Vice President Ma’ruf Amin has officially inaugurated the groundbreaking ceremony for the Vice Presidential Palace at Nusantara Capital City (IKN) in East Kalimantan. The Vice Presidential Palace is set to become a significant symbol of Indonesia’s values and progress.
Key Highlights:
- Purpose and Vision: VP Amin emphasized that the palace would serve as a center of state activities and a catalyst for important policy decisions. He underlined its role in reflecting values of nationality, integrity, and public service.
- Sustainability and Local Involvement: Construction will prioritize environmental sustainability, aiming to minimize ecological impact and support energy efficiency. The project also aims to involve the local community to improve living standards while respecting local culture.
- Quality and Standards: Amin stressed the importance of high-quality construction, ensuring the palace is both aesthetically pleasing and robust, with strong security measures.
- Transparency and Accountability: The Vice President called for transparency and integrity in the project to prevent any deviation or misappropriation of funds.
- Economic Impact: The project is expected to stimulate local economic growth by creating job opportunities and boosting local businesses, thereby enhancing the welfare of the surrounding community.
Project Details:
- Land and Budget: The palace will be constructed on a 14.8-hectare site with a budget of Rp1.4 trillion (approximately US$85 million).
- Construction Phases: The initial phase will include the main palace building, the Vice President’s office and residence, a dormitory for the Presidential Security Guard (Paspampres), and other supporting structures.
The groundbreaking marks the beginning of this significant development, part of the broader series of investor projects at IKN.
Vice President Ma’ruf Amin has inaugurated the groundbreaking for the Vice Presidential Palace at Nusantara Capital City (IKN). The palace is set to be a major hub for state activities, embodying values of nationality and integrity. The project emphasizes sustainability, local involvement, and high construction standards, with a focus on transparency and accountability. Built on 14.8 hectares with a budget of Rp1.4 trillion (US$85 million), the construction will include the palace, Vice President’s office and residence, Paspampres dormitory, and other facilities.