Indonesia has named its new capital Nusantara, as lawmakers approve the shift from Jakarta to Kalimantan. The new name translates to "archipelago" in the Indonesian language.

Indonesia names new capital Nusantara, replacing Jakarta

East Kalimantan is known for its lush forestry and protected animals, most notably the endangered orangutans, but with the plan to move the capital from Jakarta to the region, conservationists are worried there may be some impact on the ecosystem.

Orangutans struggle to breathe; health affected by toxic haze

Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Friday (August 16) formally proposed to parliament a plan to move the country's capital from Jakarta, on the crowded island of Java, to Kalimantan on the island of Borneo.

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