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IKN Spokesperson Troy Pantouw Dies at 58
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IKN Spokesperson Troy Pantouw Dies at 58

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Troy Harold Yohanes Pantaow, a spokesperson for Indonesia's new capital project (IKN), has died at the age of 58.
  • Pantaow served as a Special Staff to the Head of the IKN Authority for Public Communication.
  • He had a career in communications, including work in television and as head of public communication for the COVID-19 Handling Task Force.

Troy Harold Yohanes Pantaow, a key spokesperson for Indonesia's new capital project, Nusantara (IKN), passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026. He was 58 years old and served as a Special Staff to the Head of the IKN Authority, focusing on Public Communication.

The news of his passing was shared by the IKN authority through their official Instagram account, @IKN_ID. The post expressed condolences and wished him a place in the afterlife, along with strength for his bereaved family. The Head of the IKN Authority, Basuki Hadimuljono, also shared a similar message on his social media.

Pantaow was known for his extensive experience in the communications field, having worked in television and previously led public communication efforts for the COVID-19 Handling Task Force during the pandemic. His contributions were significant in conveying information related to the ambitious new capital project.

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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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