DIGIVESTASI - Google has reacted negatively to the decision of the Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU), which imposed a fine of IDR 202.5 billion for alleged monopoly practices. In a statement, Google expressed its disagreement with the ruling and announced plans to appeal. The tech giant claimed that its practices in Indonesia had a positive impact on the application ecosystem.

"We disagree with the KPPU's decision and will file an appeal. We believe that our practices have a positive impact on Indonesia's app ecosystem," said a Google representative in an official statement received by detikcom on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.

Google also reiterated its commitment to creating a healthy and competitive market by providing a secure platform, granting access to global markets, and offering a variety of choices, including the User Choice Billing system in Google Play tailored to users' needs.

Additionally, the company highlighted its contributions to supporting Indonesian developers through various initiatives, including the Indie Games Accelerator program, Play Academy, and Play x Unity, which it views as part of an investment aimed at helping developers succeed.

"We are committed to complying with Indonesian law and will continue to collaborate with KPPU and all relevant parties during the appeal process," added Google.

Previously, KPPU had fined Google LLC IDR 202.5 billion after discovering violations related to its monopolistic practices. The decision was based on findings that Google violated several articles in Law No. 5 of 1999 on the Prohibition of Monopolistic Practices and Unhealthy Business Competition.

Commissioner Hilman Pujana, as the Head of the Commission's Panel, stated that Google violated two articles in the law: Article 17, which deals with monopolistic practices and unhealthy business competition, and Article 25, paragraph 1, letter b, which concerns dominant positions and preventing consumers from obtaining competing goods or services, either in terms of price or quality.

KPPU also ordered Google to stop requiring the use of Google Play Billing (GPB) in the Google Play Store and to pay the imposed fine.

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