Gemala Container's Rp 92b debt

Gemala Container's Rp 92b debt

I refer to a report in a number of newspapers about a Rp 92
billion debt and would like to ask H. Gozali, director of PT
Gemala Container the following:

1. What were the steps taken by Gemala with Bank Indonesia
that exempted the Rp 92 billion debt from interest payments while
Bank Negara Indonesia continues to pay interest to Gemala on the
latter's deposit amounting to Rp 40 billion? Other businessmen
need to know the procedure so their businesses run smoothly and
they can obtain new loans and settle old loans as favorably.

2. What steps and what calculations were applied to result in
settlement of the Rp 92 billion loan in August 2005 and not in
184 years as put forward by Coordinating Minister for Economy,
Finance and Industry Kwik Kian Gie and House of Representatives
Commission IX member Usman Ermulan?

This must be announced so that the community is not startled
and confused. It will benefit transparency and also give us
courage to justify professionally the statements we make.

Besides, if it is proven that Sofyan Wanandi was actively
involved in obtaining the Rp 92 billion loan, it is very improper
for him to remain as chairman of the National Business
Development Council (DPUN), while his own business is not in good
order. He should concentrate on putting his business in order
first, settling his debts properly, then he can contribute his
energy and thoughts on a national scale at the council.

I eagerly anticipate reading the explanation of H. Gozali or
another authorized person at PT Gemala Container so the
controversy can be ended.

WISDARMANTO G.S.

Jakarta