MRT inaugurated, Jakartans welcome 'new civilisation'

Indonesia's first MRT was inaugurated by President Jokowi on Sunday. But are Jakartans ready to welcome this 'new civilisation'?

Indonesian President Joko Widodo (R) and Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan (L) during the MRT inauguration ceremony in Jakarta, Indonesia, 24 March 2019.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo (R) and Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan (L) during the MRT inauguration ceremony in Jakarta, Indonesia, 24 March 2019. Source: AAP Image/EPA/DITA ALANGKARA

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