Parallel Session (Dean) CUPT CRISU 16th High Level Meeting Theme: Leading for the Future: Sustainability and Inclusivity in Nusantara and Higher Education Speaker: Mia Amalia, S.T., M.Si., Ph.D. Deputy for Planning and Land Affairs, Nusantara Capital Authority
Opening 🌏 Nusantara: New Capital, A Symbol of Transformation A bold vision of sustainability, resilience, and inclusivity. 🤝 Strategic Collaboration: Indonesia & Thailand Strengthening regional ties through shared innovation and smart city leadership. 🎓 Higher Education as a Catalyst Universities at the forefront—driving research, nurturing talent, and shaping a smarter future.
Nusantara as Living Lab 🌿 Living Laboratory | Laboratorium Hidup 🏙️ Built from Scratch – Nusantara is a greenfield city , designed with sustainability at its core. 🚉 Green Mobility – Low-emission, smart transport systems ensure efficient, eco-friendly connectivity. ☀️ 100% Renewable Energy – A bold commitment to clean energy sources, driving resilience and self-sufficiency. 🌲 Smart Forest City – A unique blend of modern urban living with forest preservation at its heart. 👩🎓 Inclusive Education & Participation – Citizens, students, and communities actively shape the city’s future through co-creation and continuous learning.
Vision, Mission, and Goals of Ibu Kota Nusantara (IKN) Vision & Goals of IKN Development “A World-Class City for All” with the goals to build: A symbol of national identity A sustainable city in the world A driver of Indonesia’s future economy Global & National Agendas as Considerations for IKN Vision Indonesia Vision 2045 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) New Urban Agenda National Urban Policy 2045
Comparison with Thailand Aspect IKN Nusantara (Indonesia) Thailand Smart Cities City Concept & Type Smart Forest City – Greenfield project : a brand-new capital built from scratch with >65% green area, low-carbon, inclusive, and collaborative. Revitalisation & Expansion – Smart cities (Phuket, Chiang Mai, Eastern Economic Corridor/EEC) built upon existing urban areas and economic zones. Green Space & Ecology 75% of the territory preserved as green areas (65% tropical forest); net-zero emission by 2045; biodiversity corridors integrated into planning. Limited green space due to retrofitting existing cities; main focus on digitalisation and economic growth . Transport & Accessibility Designed as walkable and bikeable city ; 80% of daily mobility planned to be non-fossil transport; efficient smart mobility planned from the start. Smart mobility integrated into existing infrastructure (bike-sharing in Chiang Mai, modern transport in EEC). Environmental Approach Circular economy principles, renewable energy sources (solar, hydro, biomass); designed as low-carbon and climate-resilient. Environmental sustainability secondary; focus on digital transformation and smart governance . Smart Governance & Tech Built digital-by-design : 5G, IoT, AI, Smart Command Center; environmental & urban monitoring integrated. Led by DEPA (Digital Economy Promotion Agency) ; platforms like Traffy Fondue; smart infrastructure in EEC. Learning & Collaboration Positioned as a living lab and new global case study ; open for international research & higher education partnerships. Uses global smart city experiences ; expanding to 100+ smart cities nationwide; could learn from IKN’s greenfield approach.
Role of Higher Education 🎓 Universities as Key Actors 1️⃣ Innovation Hub – Driving breakthroughs in energy, food security, and governance through research and technology. 2️⃣ Policy Advisor – Providing science-based recommendations to guide sustainable and inclusive policy making . 3️⃣ Global Connector – Building bridges through international research collaboration, knowledge exchange, and academic diplomacy.
Opportunities for Collaboration 🤝 Joint Research Fields ☀️ Renewable Energy & Green Transition – Advancing clean power systems to achieve carbon neutrality. 🌾 Food Security & Agriculture – Strengthening sustainable farming and resilient supply chains. 🏙️ Urban Planning & Governance – Designing inclusive, smart, and sustainable cities. 🎓 Inclusive Education – Expanding access to knowledge and empowering communities. 💻 Digital Transformation – Harnessing technology for smarter services and stronger innovation ecosystems.
❓ Key Questions 1. How can Nusantara be a case study for Thailand? 2. What lessons from Thailand’s smart cities can enrich IKN? 3. How do we build *two-way learning*? 4. Which collaborative research is most strategic?
Closing 🌟 Nusantara – A living symbol of sustainable & inclusive development . 🌟 This Forum – A foundation to establish the Indonesia–Thailand Research Consortium , uniting scholars, practitioners, and policymakers. 🌟 Together – Advancing innovations, joint publications, and impactful policy outcomes that shape the future of our region.