Regarding TEMPO's article titled Divorce Alimony in the February 19 edition, we would like to give the following explanation.

Gresik Cement (PT Semen Gresik Tbk) sent a written response regarding the spin-off issue of Padang Cement and Tonasa Cement to TEMPO's reporter in East Java via fax on February 9, 2001. Some of the points mentioned are:

1. Gresik Cement (SG) will not give any response or comment in either printed or electronic media regar