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West Java Name Change

Indonesia ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Elections & Politics

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The West Java provincial government is considering a name change to 'Tatar Sunda' or 'Sunda' to honor historical roots. The proposal has advanced through the regional legislature but has also sparked controversy, particularly in the Indramayu-Cirebon region.

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West Java Governor Rejects Proposal to Rename Province 'Tatar Sunda'

- A proposal to rename West Java province to "Tatar Sunda" has gained traction in the regional parliament. - However, the governor of West Java has dismissed the idea, calling it a fabrication and stating the province's name will remain unchanged. - The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives urged regional leaders to focus on development rather than name changes.