President Joko Widodo invites leaders of state institutions to visit some parts of important infrastructure in Nusantara Capital, Saturday (08/17). (Photo by: Bureau of Press, Media, and Information (BPMI) of the Presidential Secretariat/Muchlis Jr)
Towards the peak moment of commemoration of the 79th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo Saturday (08/17) invited leaders of state institutions to visit a number of parts of important infrastructure in the new capital of Nusantara.
The visit started from the National Axis, an area that serves as a symbolic center for the diversity and unity of the Indonesian nation.
Afterwards, President Jokowi and his entourage continued their inspection to the Garuda Palace using golf carts. The Garuda Palace, which was recently completed, shows a blend of modern architecture with traditional nuances, reflecting a strong national identity.
The group then headed to the President’s lobby before continuing to the Cabinet Meeting Room, where President Jokowi gave a brief explanation regarding the importance of this facility for the continuity of the Government in the future.
Next, the group was taken to the viewing deck area, a platform at the Garuda Palace which offers spectacular views of the entire Nusantara area where leaders of state institutions had the opportunity to take photos together and capture this historic moment.
The journey continued by climbing the escalator to the State Palace, where the group again captured the moment together on the steps of the State Palace, one of the new icons of Nusantara.
In a short interview after the visit, Deputy Chair of the Judicial Commission Siti Nurdjanah expressed her admiration for the development that had been carried out, while recounting her visit to the pond several months ago and was surprised to see the rapid development.
“This morning, immediately after waking up, I was already set to go around with the President and I think the development here is spectacular, excellent. So, congratulations for the success of the Indonesian nation, of course,” said Siti.
Meanwhile, former Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Hatta Rajasa expressed gratitude for the President’s invitation to see the State Palace and the Garuda Palace in person. Hatta also underscored that the construction of Nusantara serves as a symbol of the progress of civilization, equitable distribution of the development and the unification of the nation.
“We certainly hope that those palaces and the capital city in Eastern Indonesia will not only show equality but also unify our nation,” said Hatta, while expressing optimism that although it will take longer to fully complete the construction, the existing progress shows Nusantara will turn into a good and beautiful capital.
“I am optimistic that this will happen although of course it will take more than 1-2 years, but if you look at the existing progress, I think this will be our good, beautiful capital city,” said Hatta. (BPMI of the Presidential Secretariat/DNS) (TM/EP)
