Can't See the Wood for the Trees

The government has received an 'F'—as in failure—for its handling of illegal logging. This dismal performance may cause CGI to reduce its commitment.

March 27, 2001

The date of the pre-meeting of the Consultative Group on Indonesia (CGI) is approaching, but the government is not ready. In April, the Indonesian delegation must submit a report to the group of donor countries and institutions on its achievements since the last CGI meeting in October in Tokyo. The report must contain at least four items: illegal logging, alleviation of poverty, fiscal decentralization and good governance.

Of the four issues,

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