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South Asia’s largest auto assembly plant in Kuliyapitiya inaugurated

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The largest vehicle assembly plant in South Asia Western Automobile Assembly Private Limited (WAA) built under a USD 27 million facility was inaugurated by President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday.

The first vehicle to be assembled at the factory, a 15-seater passenger van, is expected to enter the market by the end of the month.

The factory, equipped with cutting-edge machinery designed by global automotive experts, will generate both direct and indirect employment opportunities for local youth. In line with international industry standards, the facility also houses a vocational training institute, offering young people the chance to gain skills that will qualify them for overseas job opportunities, according to President Media Division. 

During the ceremony, President Wickremesinghe unveiled a commemorative plaque and toured the factory, engaging in friendly conversation with staff. In his speech, the President emphasized that no one will be allowed to obstruct projects vital to strengthening the national economy, despite protests. He also noted that although the Western Automobile Factory was initiated in 2015, it lacked the necessary support for timely completion.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that his administration is committed to advancing development projects that will benefit the country, noting that significant job opportunities for youth were lost due to the 10-year delay in completing this project, which was initially expected to be finished in two years. He highlighted that the new factory will not only boost the local economy of Kuliyapitiya but also strengthen the national economy.

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