Transportation Ministry organization and human relations affairs division head, Gus Rional, was quoted as saying that the opening of more seaports for international trade would cut transportation costs for industry and help Indonesia’s products become more competitive in the international market.
“The seaports will help boost export and import activities,” said Gus.
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The vast archipelagic nation already has 141 ports open for international trade, comprising 89 full operated international seaports and 52 special terminals.
The eight new ports are located in Muara Sabak, Jambi; Ciwandan, Banten; Cigading, Banten; Merak Mas, Banten; Belinyu, Bangka Belitung; Tanjung Pandang, Bangka Belitung; and Sorong in Papua.
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