Mitigating Conflicts in the New National Capital City (IKN)

Abstract

The relocation of Indonesia’s capital city has the potential to trigger conflicts across various domains due to population movement and the interactions that will emerge. This study examines the potential conflicts that may arise from such relocation, drawing on historical cases by analyzing the root causes, conflict resolution processes, and conflict transformations. The objective is to address the question of how the government can develop effective strategies to prevent conflicts during the construction and migration to the new capital. This research employs a literature review method. Findings indicate that past conflicts provide insights into potential triggers in the new capital (IKN), which may stem from cultural, economic, political, and religious factors. Accordingly, the following mitigation measures are proposed: (1) Cultural factor, ensuring equitable treatment across economic, political, cultural, and religious dimensions, with freedom and equality for all; (2) Economic factor, promoting equitable prosperity and minimizing socio-economic disparities between indigenous and migrant communities; (3) Political factor, ensuring equal access and opportunities to acquire and utilize resources, including strategic positions in society; and (4) Religious factor, reinforcing the values of unity and their implementation in daily social life. These mitigation measures aim to prevent conflict and maintain social stability in the new capital.