‘Nusantara development important for M’sia too’

Strengthening ties: Anwar and Jokowi attending a welcoming ceremony at the presidential palace in Bogor, West Java. — AFP

BOGOR: Malaysia’s participation in the development of Indonesia’s new capital Nusantara in Kalimantan will be meaningful as it will benefit regional economies, including those of Sabah and Sarawak, says Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

Speaking at a joint press conference with Indonesian President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, the Prime Minister said Malaysia was taking positive steps to participate in Nusantara’s development as it would be beneficial to Sabah and Sarawak.