Press Statement of President of the Republic of Indonesia after Groundbreaking Delonix Nusantara in Capital Nusantara, East Kalimantan Province, September 25, 2024

Press
Pak, you have done five groundbreakings, right?

President of the Republic of Indonesia

Yes, this is the most important thing that investors, foreign investments have come to the Nusantara. I did groundbreaking of the Australian educational investment Russian property investment this morning and now the Chinese property investment. These reflect the trust of investment, both local and international, that Nusantara is attractive for investment. However, the Government handles the construction of all government facilities.

Press
Pak, it means that this is the first foreign investment groundbreaking?

President of the Republic of Indonesia

Yes, that’s right.

Press
In the future, is there any foreign investment groundbreaking? Foreign investment to come to Nusantara?

President of the Republic of Indonesia

Several Letters of Intent have been signed. However, not all investments proceed immediately, as they undergo a thorough process of selection and screening. We determine the investments as needed in IKN so that a good ecosystem will be constructed and Nusantara becomes an attractive location.

Press
Of the 8^th groundbreaking, how much are the total private investments?

President of the Republic of Indonesia

Just ask Pak Raja Juli for the complete data.

Press
Pak, is this the final groundbreaking before October 20?

President of the Republic of Indonesia

I don’t think so. There could be another groundbreaking next week.

Press
Current international issue is that Israel has attacked Lebanon causing almost 500 casualties, and China has repatriated its citizens. Do you have any appeal to Indonesian citizens in Lebanon?

President of the Republic of Indonesia                                                            

Yes, Indonesia condemns the Israeli attacks to Lebanon. And we urge all countries and also the UN to provide a quick response so that there will not be more victims due to Israeli attacks. I think that’s it.

(GA/EP)