Commander Salutes Civilian Opinion
The formation of a Constitutional Commission has finally been agreed upon. The military and police faction is concerned about possible undesired results stemming from direct presidential elections.
August 13, 2002
Kiai Cholil Bisri bows his head. The voice of this silver-haired kiai sounds a bit hoarse as he reads a prayer for the prosper-ity of the nation. He is followed by Doctor Sukowaluyo, who appears energetic as he leads the chorus with Indonesia Raya, the national anthem. At almost 2am Sunday morning, the sixth plenary sessionthe most important part of the MPRs Annual Sessionis over. A number of important plans were finalized, covering issues like e
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