Bandung, W Java (ANTARA) - West Java Governor Ridwan Kamil offered an investment opportunity in West Java's Rebana -- agglomeration of Cirebon, Subang, and Majalengka districts -- for 13 new industry centres to Dutch investors to boost the regional economy.
Kamil, in his press statement published on Monday, spoke of having offered investment opportunities to Dutch investors during a meeting with Amsterdam-based local maritime technology company Arkitech International BV that invited their partners to observe Kamil's presentation during his visit to the Netherlands.
On the engagement, Kamil highlighted three advantages of investing in the province, with the first being the region's advanced transportation facilities and accessibility that is easing mobility.
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"The second advantage is our advanced human resources -- as a survey has pointed out -- since our province has around 700 higher education institutions; and the third advantage is our responsive digital investment services," Governor Kamil pointed out.
Meanwhile, Director of Arkitech International BV Patrick America lauded Kamil's presentation that showcased his advanced knowledge and understanding of business and investment in the province.
"Kamil's presentation is fascinating. We are attracted by the province's investment potential, as we are confident about Governor Kamil's grasp of business and West Java residents' needs," the director noted.
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In spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, West Java remained the top investment destination in Indonesia, as the province recorded the realization of Rp72.5 trillion (some US$5.07 billion) of domestic and foreign investment in the first semester of 2021.
Investment in the province was also boosted by Presidential Regulation No. 87 of 2021 that regulates the development of the Rebana agglomeration region in north West Java and southern West Java regions for business and investment purposes.
The Rebana agglomeration region is promoted as an interconnected area with Patimban Port in Subang District, Kertajati International Airport in Majalengka District, and Trans-Java toll road, the southern part of the province, is offered to the green industry in the tourism and agriculture sectors.
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