Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta.  State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi confirmed on Monday (26/1/2026) that the Indonesian government is seeking a definitive resolution regarding the status of three villages in Nunukan Regency, North Kalimantan, following bilateral border negotiations with Malaysia. 

The villages in question, namely Kabungalor, Lipaga, and Tetagas, have come under public scrutiny following reports that they may fall within Malaysian territory under the Outstanding Boundary Problem (OBP) agreement finalized in February 2025.

"We will examine the situation directly in the field to obtain a complete picture. We are seeking the best way forward through ongoing discussions with all relevant stakeholders," Minister Prastyo said, as reported by antaranews.com

Clarifying the situation, the North Kalimantan Border Management Agency (BPPP) emphasized that no villages have "disappeared." Instead, the boundary adjustments are part of a long-term, phased process between Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur. 

While the three villages are being reviewed, Indonesia is also slated to receive approximately 5,207 hectares of land from the Malaysian side, designated for the development of a strategic Free Trade Zone. Local authorities reassured the public that current government efforts are strictly focused on accelerating infrastructure and welfare improvements for residents in these sensitive border corridors.

(mg/inp/pr/rs)