Metareum gets strong backing

Mon, 15 Aug 1994, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

BANDUNG, West Java: The West Java chapter of the Moslem-
oriented United Development Party (PPP) affirmed yesterday they
would rally behind Ismail Hasan Metareum's bid to seek re-
election as party chairman.

The chapter's resolution was taken in a meeting attended by
chairmen of all 25 of PPP's regency branches from all over the
province.

Metareum obtain strong support from 21 branches but was
rejected by rest.

PPP will elect its new chairman in a national congress to be
held in Jakarta later this month. Five prominent party figures
are vying for the top spot. (pan)

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