"I have inspected the Sentul Circuit along with Tinton and Ananda Mikola to be readied as one of the MotoGP tracks. I said the government will support it," Jokowi stated here on Tuesday.
Former racer Tinton Suprapto and his son Ananda Mikola accompanied the president during the inspection.
President Widodo rode the presidential vehicle along with security personnel for a lap to check the condition of the track.
He stated that the government will fully support the development of the Sentul Circuit to become a world-class racing arena.
President Widodo said the renovation of Sentul Circuit can contribute to widespread positive development in Indonesia.
"The racing competition is good. As we know, the motorcycle market in Indonesia is huge. There are at least 19 million users. We can channelize the potential of motorcycle fans in Indonesia," Jokowi noted in connection with the development of the national automotive industry.
He added that development of the Sentul Circuit can also contribute to the tourism sector.
"I believe the tourism sector can be boosted through the development. I hope Tinton and Ananda Mikhola would begin to develop the circuit, so that MotoGP 2021 can be held in Indonesia," Jokowi added.
Funds to renovate Sentul Circuit have been sourced from private sectors.
Additionally, Mikhola remarked that development of the Sentul Circuit is targeted for completion in 2020.
"We believe the development will be completed in 2020, as the infrastructure has been readied," Mikhola revealed.
Mikhola stated that Indonesia must be confident and optimistic of building quality and advanced infrastructure to hold world-class races.
Reported by Hanni Sofia
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Reporter: antara
Editor: Heru Purwanto
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