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- Indonesia is undertaking the construction of an entirely new capital to address challenges posed by rising sea levels.
- The new metropolis, Nusantara, was slated for operational readiness by October; however, significant obstacles are hindering progress.
- This ambitious $30 billion megaproject faces financial hurdles and construction delays.
Jakarta currently serves as Indonesia’s capital but is grappling with severe overpopulation and subsidence issues.
This vibrant city has a staggering population of approximately 10.6 million residents. With around 40% of the broader metropolitan area lying below sea level, Jakarta is increasingly vulnerable to flood risks exacerbated by climate change.
In response to these escalating problems, the Indonesian government launched an extensive initiative in 2019 to establish a new capital located about 100 miles from Jakarta.
Nusantara is not expected to be fully constructed until 2045; nevertheless, it was planned to commence governmental operations ahead of the upcoming presidential inauguration in October. This timeline now appears doubtful according to 
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Troubles Facing Civil Employee Relocation Plans
Difficulties related to water supply and electricity have postponed plans aimed at relocating civil servants multiple times since March this year. Currently completed is merely one office structure intended for four governmental bodies according to Bloomberg’s reports.
The newest projections estimate that both office spaces and residential complexes will only be available by September: “If we’re not ready by then,various measures will need postponement” President Widodo commented during a press session “. The provided accommodation proved inadequate while also other provisions fell short as well,” stated Widodo amid interactions reported broadly throughout media coverage concerning wider systemic issues yet unresolved here .
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