Matahari expands to “Chinatown” of Indonesia’s Kalimantan
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Matahari Department Store (MDS) opened a new store in Indonesia’s Singkawang, West Kalimantan, to tap the economy prospects in the region, the publicly-listed company said in a statement on Thursday.
The store, called Matahari Singkawang Grand Mall – MDS’s 13th store in Kalimantan – has a total area of 6,300 square metres. The store is the first new location MDS has opened this year.
“The presence of Matahari at Singkawang Grand Mall is expected to benefit citizens in its surrounding area, hiring 322 employees, the majority of whom are locals,” Matahari human resources director Andre Rumantir said.
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Q.Which specific area of Indonesia has Matahari chosen for its new store location?
Which specific area of Indonesia has Matahari chosen for its new store location?
Matahari Department Store has opened its new outlet in Singkawang, West Kalimantan. This location was selected to take advantage of the economic opportunities available in the region.
Q.How many new employees has this new Matahari store created, and what is notable about their recruitment?
How many new employees has this new Matahari store created, and what is notable about their recruitment?
The new Matahari store has hired 322 employees. A significant majority of these new positions have been filled by local residents from Singkawang and the surrounding areas.
Q.What is the total size of the new Matahari store in Singkawang?
What is the total size of the new Matahari store in Singkawang?
The Matahari Singkawang Grand Mall store spans a total area of 6,300 square metres. It is Matahari Department Store's first new location opened this year.
Q.Is this Matahari's first store in the Kalimantan region, or have they opened others there previously?
Is this Matahari's first store in the Kalimantan region, or have they opened others there previously?
This new establishment in Singkawang is Matahari Department Store's 13th store within the Kalimantan region. It represents a further expansion of their presence there.
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