Prabowo Commits to Carrying Forward IKN Project, Completion Is the Goal!
President-elect Prabowo Subianto has confirmed that he will continue the construction of the new capital city, Ibu Kota Negara (IKN) Nusantara, after President Joko Widodo's (Jokowi) term ends.
Key Points:
- Prabowo is confident that IKN will draw foreign investors, to aim & accelerate future development
- IKN project has already seen considerable advancement, with major infrastructure like roads, airports, and government buildings already built, Quote by Prabowo
Courtesy Source: www.cnbcindonesia.com
Courtesy Photo Source: Illustration-www.ikn.go.id
"I've stated several times that I am determined to continue, and if possible, complete this project," Prabowo declared during a Plenary Cabinet Session at IKN on Monday, August 12, 2024.
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According to Prabowo, significant progress has already been made on the IKN project. Key infrastructure such as roads, airports, and government offices have been constructed.
"Although we are aware that building a capital city is not a short-term task, but a long and challenging one, I believe that within 3, 4, or 5 years, the capital's functions will be operational," he explained.
Prabowo remains optimistic that IKN will attract foreign investors, the goal is to enhance future development.
"I'm not a technical expert, but I'm a practical person with field experience and have been involved in many construction projects. I believe that, looking at it optimistically, we will see the benefits of this relocation, though there is still much work to be done," he concluded.
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