“For our President, the giant sea wall project is no longer an option -- it has become a necessity. You have all heard that he aims to launch the project now, or as soon as possible,” he said.
He made the remarks during the Netherlands-Indonesia CEO Roundtable Discussion in Jakarta on Monday, according to a statement issued here on Tuesday. The discussion was joined by the representatives of 14 Dutch companies.
AHY highlighted that the Indonesian and Dutch governments have long collaborated on strategic infrastructure projects for strengthening community resilience against the impacts of climate change and building sustainable urban areas.
He noted that the proposed giant sea wall aligns with Netherlands-Indonesia cooperation and has been designated a national priority, considering that several regions are experiencing land subsidence of 10–15 centimeters per year.
“I am convinced that all of you have the experience and expertise needed to help us accomplish this cause. Let us explore opportunities to foster new, tighter collaboration that mutually benefits both countries,” he told the Dutch business players.
In addition to the sea wall, the minister highlighted potential cooperation in smart city development, transit-oriented development, sustainable housing initiatives, and the Jakarta-Surabaya high-speed rail project.
Earlier, during the International Conference on Infrastructure in Jakarta on June 12, 2025, President Prabowo said that Indonesia requires around US$80 billion to build the sea wall, which is expected to stretch from Banten to Gresik, East Java.
He also announced plans to establish a dedicated agency to oversee the project, which could take up to 20 years to complete.
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