Matahari reopens in Karawaci

TANGERANG (JP): Nineteen months after the mid-May riots which devastated Karawaci business centers, the popular retail department store Matahari resumed operating on Saturday.

"We will display products for customers from the middle to upper-class, as well as other affordable, quality merchandise," said the general manager of PT Matahari Putra Prima Tbk, Rendi Parengkuan.

The Matahari outlet in Karawaci is projected to realize a Rp 5 billion gross income per month.

Rendi said the shopping complex covered 5,500-square meters and housed 74 outlets which were ready for the influx of customers.

Built at a cost of Rp 25 billion, the giant store employs 230 local workers.

The opening ceremony for the complex showcased pop group AB Three, Ruth Sahanaya and TV host Nico Siahaan. (41/edt)