Jakarta, June 10 -- Indonesia's Defense Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin on Wednesday reviewed progress on the National Car Project, which aims to develop an automotive manufacturing hub with a targeted production capacity of 300,000 vehicles a year.

The project in Subang, West Java, has been designated a national strategic installation and is expected to strengthen Indonesia's industrial base, support technology development, and contribute to long-term economic growth.

During the visit, Sjafrie reviewed plans for manufacturing facilities, vehicle engineering and development centers, testing facilities, and other supporting infrastructure included in the project's master plan.

Sjafrie, accompanied by Deputy Commander of the Indonesian Nati...