Acting Governor Determinded To Promote Maluku Province

Ambon, Maluku, Jan 23 (Antara) - The acting Governor of Maluku, Saut Situmorang, has emphasized his determination to promote the province in order to attract investors, tourists and visits by both domestic and foreign state officials. "Maluku province has progressed a lot and has great potential; I am determined to promote this widely," asserted Situmorang, who was appointed as Maluku acting governor on October 23, 2013. According to him, the province was abundant in natural and marine resources, oil and gas, and mining with high economic value that should be promoted intensely. Besides, Maluku also has a lot of marine, historic, and cultural tourism attractions for both domestic and international tourists as well as for investors to develop. "Friendly and magnanimous behavior of Maluku people toward their guests is the main factor in promoting the province," Situmorang pointed out, adding that he will continue to uphold that potential.