Indonesia's $32 billion capital Nusantara lures just 10,000 residents as funding collapses
Indonesia's new capital Nusantara, built deep in Borneo's rainforest, struggles to attract residents despite billions in investment. Only 10,000 people have moved into the city designed for 1.2 million by 2029. President Prabowo Subianto has slashed funding and shown little enthusiasm for the project, contrasting sharply with predecessor Jokowi's ambitious vision for the futuristic.
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Published 19 Oct 2026, 00:04 UTC · Updated 19 Oct 2026, 00:10 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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