Indonesia’s New Capital City on Track for 2024 Completion, Offices
Heads of the Nusantara Capital City Authority (OIKN) announced that all offices and residences within IKN, located in East Kalimantan, are on track to be ready by December 2024. Basuki Hadimuljono unveiled the progress during the 23rd Congress of the Indonesian Engineers Association in Yogyakarta on December 5, 2024.
“The offices must be ready by this December, and God willing, everything will be ready,” Basuki declared.
He detailed that the coordinating ministry office, comprising 16 towers, and the 47 residential towers are already in place. Additionally, supporting facilities such as restaurants, cafes, laundries, and barbershops are fully prepared.
“We have prepared everything there,” he said.
Looking Ahead: Beyond Physical Infrastructure
Basuki cautioned that while significant physical progress has been made, non-physical developments still require attention. He emphasized the crucial role of the Indonesian Engineers Association (PII) in shaping the future of IKN.
“The development of IKN is not only about physical development, but also non- physical aspects,” he stated.
He cited the Sepaku area as an example, explaining that organizing it effectively required a strong socio-engineering approach, not just engineering alone.
“We have to consider the community,” he stressed.
Basuki also acknowledged the presence of clay shale soil in certain IKN regions, which necessitates special treatment to ensure stronger land stability.
President Prabowo Eyes 2028 Move
Meanwhile, Minister of Public Works Dody Hanggodo revealed that President Prabowo Subianto aims to have his office operational at IKN by August 17, 2028. Dody shared this during a Ministry of Public Works event on December 6, 2024.
“At the latest, by August 17, 2029, the executive, legislative, and judiciary, along with all civil servants, will (move) there,” Dody said.
However, Dody acknowledged potential construction delays due to the government’s focus on other pressing programs, mainly the food self-sufficiency program. The Ministry of Public Works is currently prioritizing water provision for agriculture.
Despite these challenges, Dody remains optimistic that IKN’s development will stay on course. The project timeline, established during President Joko Widodo’s tenure, has outlined a five-stage construction process set to complete in 2045. The total estimated cost for this ambitious project is IDR 466 trillion
When is the Nusantara Capital City Authority (OIKN) aiming to have offices and residences ready?
## Interview: Indonesia’s New Capital City Taking Shape
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today we’re discussing the exciting developments surrounding Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara. Joining us is Alex Reed, an expert on urban development and Indonesian infrastructure.
Alex Reed, thanks for being here.
**Alex Reed:** It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Host:** Indonesia is making incredible strides in establishing Nusantara. Recent reports indicate that offices and residences will be ready by this December. Can you elaborate on this progress?
**Alex Reed:** Absolutely. It seems the Nusantara Capital City Authority (OIKN) is on track to meet its ambitious deadline. According to statements made by Basuki Hadimuljono at the 23rd Congress of the Indonesian Engineers Association, the coordinating ministry office, consisting of 16 towers, is already complete.
**Host:** That’s impressive. What about residences for those working in the new capital?
**Alex Reed:** 47 residential towers are also in place, ready to house civil servants and their families. Beyond the essential buildings, supporting facilities like restaurants, cafes, laundries, and barbershops are fully prepared. This paints a picture of a functional and livable city starting to emerge.
**Host:** Amazing! This news will surely be welcomed by many Indonesians. What are your thoughts on the overall significance of Nusantara’s development for the country?
**Alex Reed:** Nusantara represents a significant step forward for Indonesia. By relocating the capital from overcrowded Jakarta to a more strategically located region, the government aims to address challenges like urbanization pressures and promote more balanced economic development across the archipelago.
**Host:** [Optional follow-up questions based on Alex Reed’s response].
Thank you so much for providing these insightful updates on Nusantara, Alex Reed. We’ll continue to follow this momentous project with great interest.
