A year after its inauguration, Indonesia's new capital Nusantara faces challenges with slashed budgets and slowed construction, raising doubts about its future potential. President Prabowo Subianto has shifted focus to social mega-projects, leading to reduced funding for the new capital. Despite efforts to attract foreign funding, completion of the city remains uncertain.

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