Sabtu, 19 September 2026
Indonesia’s development of Nusantara, the country’s new capital city, has attracted interest from international partners. One of the countries that has shown interest is Spain.
Spain has expressed interest in participating in the development of Nusantara, which is located in East Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. The interest includes opportunities for Spanish companies to become involved in projects related to the development of the new capital.
The discussion is important because Nusantara is planned as a large-scale development project that requires infrastructure, construction, technology, energy, and other supporting industries.
Spanish Companies Looking at Nusantara
According to The Diplomat in Spain, representatives of the Nusantara Capital Authority met with Spanish Ambassador Francisco Aguilera and commercial counsellor José Ángel Molero González.
During the meeting, the Spanish side expressed interest in giving Spanish companies opportunities to participate in development projects in Nusantara.
Spain also has experience in several sectors that could be connected to the development of a new city. The Spanish ambassador highlighted the experience of Spanish companies in construction, infrastructure, and renewable energy.
These sectors can become important parts of the development of a modern city.
Why East Kalimantan Matters
Nusantara is located in East Kalimantan, a region that has become the center of Indonesia’s new capital development.
The Indonesian government has planned a large budget for the construction of Nusantara. The project is not only about government buildings. The plan also includes modern industries, including pharmaceutical, medical, and technology sectors.
This creates potential opportunities for international businesses that can provide infrastructure, technology, construction services, and other solutions.
For companies from Spain, participation in Nusantara could therefore provide a way to enter Indonesia’s growing development market.
A Focus on Sustainability
Another important part of the Nusantara plan is sustainability.
The Nusantara Capital Authority has set a target for the city to become carbon neutral by 2045. The development is based on the idea of a sustainable forest city.
Buildings were planned to occupy only 25 percent of the capital’s area, while 75 percent would remain green space. Tropical forests would form a major part of this green area.
This concept may also create opportunities for companies with experience in renewable energy, environmentally friendly infrastructure, urban planning, and sustainable construction.
Opportunities Beyond Construction
Investment in a new city is not limited to buildings. Logistics, transportation, energy, water systems, technology, and supporting infrastructure are also important.
As more development takes place in East Kalimantan, these supporting sectors can become part of the wider business ecosystem around Nusantara.
Spanish companies with experience in infrastructure and renewable energy may therefore find different areas to explore.
For Indonesia, international participation can bring additional technology, expertise, and business connections. For foreign companies, Nusantara provides an opportunity to understand and participate in one of Indonesia’s major long-term development projects.
Spain’s interest in Nusantara shows how the development of Indonesia’s new capital has attracted attention beyond Southeast Asia. As the project continues, cooperation with international companies may become an important part of developing infrastructure and supporting industries in East Kalimantan.
The opportunities will depend on specific projects, regulations, partnerships, and investment requirements. However, the interest from Spain shows that Nusantara is being watched as a potential destination for international business and infrastructure cooperation.
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