Basuki Withdraws Again? IKN Budget Rejection Sparks Controversy
Here’s a summary of the key facts from the text:
* Budget Concerns & IKN Growth: Basuki (likely a key figure in the IKN project) warns that the rejection of an additional budget request (Rp 14.92 trillion) could delay the completion of the second stage of the IKN (Indonesia’s new capital city) development. This stage focuses on legislative, judicial, and supporting infrastructure.
* Potential Timeline Shift: The completion of the IKN project, specifically making it a functioning political capital by 2028 (President Prabowo Subianto’s target), is now at risk. Basuki stated the project could “resign from the target.”
* Current Budget: The IKN Authority’s budget for 2026 remains at Rp 6.26 trillion following the rejection of the additional funds.
* Request for Support: Basuki is seeking support from the House of Representatives (DPR) to possibly secure an additional budget in 2026 to keep the 3-year development plan on track.
* Breakdown of Proposed Additional Budget (Rp 14.92 trillion):
* Continued Development (Rp 4.73 trillion): For buildings and areas related to the DPR, DPD, MPR, Supreme Court, Constitutional Court, Judicial Commission, Mosque, and related infrastructure. Some of this work has already begun with a Rp 3.68 trillion allocation for 2025.
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* Overall Framework: The requested additional budget was part of a larger 3-year budget framework of Rp 48.8 trillion.
In essence, the article highlights a potential setback for the IKN project due to budgetary constraints and the need for continued legislative support to secure further funding.