MANİSA Preparations are underway for a transformative project in the western province of Manisa , as China’s electric vehicle giant BYD invests $1 billion to build a state-of-the-art factory that is set to begin operations in 2026. The project is expected to create 20,000 jobs and provide a significant boost to the region’s economy. In addition to the factory, plans for a " Chinatown " are also in development, aimed at meeting the cultural and residential needs of the incoming workforce. Ferdi