Valeo said on Thursday it would build a centre in Wuhan in China to develop advanced automotive lighting systems for Chinese and European car markets, and to expand in the region, Reuters reported.

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Up to 120 engineers and technicians eventually would be able to work in the centre, a €1.5 million investment, Reuters said, adding that completion is scheduled in 2004.