Indonesia: Jokowi announces Kalimantan to host Indonesia's new capital city
Antara 16 Aug 19; Jakarta (ANTARA) - President Joko Widodo reiterated on Friday morning that Kalimantan Island would serve as a host for Indonesia's new capital city. �At this historical moment, in the name of Allah Subhanahu Wa Taala , I'd like to ask permission and support from the members of House of Representatives, respected members of the country, and the people in Indonesia to move the capital city to Kalimantan Island,� President Joko Widodo (Jokowi) said during the state of the nation address. Jokowi, who wore traditional Sasak attire, explained that the capital city would not only be a symbol and an identity of the country, but also it would also represent the progress of the nation. For the president, moving the capital city from Jakarta to Kalimantan Island would increase the equity and equality of the country�s economic development. "This move is for 'Indonesia Maju' (Onward Indonesia) Vision. Long live Indonesia," Jokowi noted. In early August,...