Indonesia celebrated its Independence Day for the first time in its future new capital, Nusantara, though the event was more modest due to ongoing construction delays.
The country hoped to officially open the new city on the 79th anniversary of its independence from Dutch and Japanese rule, but the project on Borneo Island has faced delays and funding issues.
Outgoing President Joko Widodo, who will leave office soon, marked the occasion alongside his successor, Prabowo Subianto.
The celebrations included traditional events like a greased pole race and performances by traditional dancers.
Despite the challenges, Nusantara, which means “archipelago” in Indonesian, is set to be Widodo’s major legacy.
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