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Minister proposes Rp 26 trillion budget for Nusantara infrastructure maintenance

Indonesia ·

The proposed allocation is aimed at addressing the ongoing and future maintenance needs of Nusantara’s infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and public utilities, as the city undergoes its transformation from a construction site to a fully operational capital. The funding is intended to support long-term upkeep and development, ensuring that the city meets its operational and environmental standards once it is fully established.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Indonesian Government guarantees protection of Orangutan habitat amid IKN development

Indonesia ·

As Indonesia embarks on the monumental task of relocating its capital from Jakarta to Nusantara in East Kalimantan, concerns have arisen regarding the impact of such large-scale development on the region’s rich biodiversity, particularly its orangutan populations. The Bornean orangutan, critically endangered and native to Kalimantan's forests, faces severe threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and land conversion.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Kalimantan’s endemic plants reclaim 75% of IKN areas

Indonesia ·

The initiative to reforest these areas with native plants is part of a broader effort to ensure that the construction and development of Nusantara do not come at the expense of the region’s unique biodiversity. The program focuses on planting species that are indigenous to Kalimantan, aiming to restore natural habitats and bolster the local ecosystem.

By Ishita Agarwal