Measuring Political Will and Political Constellation in Moving Indonesia’s Capital City Policy

Abstract

This research aims to measure political will in moving the national capital and how this policy is when faced with the existing political constellation. The type of research was a qualitative approach using in-depth interviews and documentation techniques. The results showed that political will in the policy of moving the national capital cannot be separated from individual factors, namely the belief and courage of President Joko Widodo through a basis of reasoning that has strong relevance to empirical circumstances and are reflected through various regulations that have been stipulated. The organizational factor shows the government's seriousness and commitment through the transition team formed as a basis for working in a coordinated manner to achieve the targets set. The relationship factor showed the involvement of individuals/groups through community support, collaboration, and partnerships and the involvement of international figures in its implementation. Social factors show that the political system and state apparatus's condition in the decision-making process has reflected support for policies, which can be seen from the approval of the House of Representatives. The existing political constellation provides strong political legitimacy, making this policy continue without any obstacles, although there is still resistance at the local level. The sustainability and success of the policy of moving the national capital will be determined by the next President's leadership and the composition of the support of political parties that will come.