GAM's mass graves and NGOs

GAM's mass graves and NGOs

From Suara Karya

Military forces stationed in Aceh have succeeded in unearthing mass graves believed to be buried victims of atrocities committed by the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) in a steep valley in Syamtalira Bayu, North Aceh.

This finding, based on local people's information, serves as important evidence for consideration by citizens who are concerned about the value of truth and honesty. I deem it necessary to point this out because I am sure some non-government organizations (NGOs) will respond skeptically to this discovery.

The case would be different if the graves were found by the NGOs, who would promptly blame Indonesian soldiers for the mass murders and raise it as a legal and human rights issue.

Most NGOs, claiming to uphold law and human rights, in fact confuse the public. With the discovery of mass graves dug by the separatist rebels, it will be interesting to see what comments the NGOs make.

Meanwhile, we should be alert against the presence of NGOs with hidden agendas to assist GAM in its struggle, while outwardly campaigning for law enforcement and the exercise of human rights.

NURTI WIJAYANTI Jakarta