JAKARTA, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia plans to develop a national automotive manufacturing hub in West Java province with a projected annual production capacity of 300,000 vehicles, the country's Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin has said.
Sjafrie made the remarks on Wednesday during an inspection of manufacturing facilities, vehicle engineering and development centers, testing grounds, and supporting infrastructure in Subang.
"The National Car Area is a strategic installation with an important role in strengthening national industry, technology mastery, and the development of an integrated manufacturing ecosystem," Sjafrie was quoted by local media as saying.
The project will be developed in three phases, with the initial phase aiming for an annual output of 50,000 vehicles, according to the report.
Spanning 539 hectares, the development area is expected to create around 2,000 jobs for university graduates and technical workers once operational, according to officials. ■
