Jakarta, Aug. 27 -- Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita stated that the domestic manufacturing industry is the main powerhouse for the national economy, considering its large contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) and significant added value creation.

He made this statement while holding a Ministerial Lecture with the theme of National Industrial Development Strategy, here on Tuesday.

The activity is part of a series of Technical Competency Strengthening in the Field of Duties (PKTBT) for Prospective Civil Servants (CPNS) within the Ministry of Industry.

The Ministerial Lecture provides initial training for CPNS to understand the basic values for Civil Servants (ASN), knowledge regarding the duties and functions of th...