Motorbike racing

I read with interest an item titled Motorbike street races outlawed (Jan. 15, 1997). The developing city of Hanoi, Vietnam, has the view that motorcycle racing on city streets is endangering lives and as such, stiff measures are being taken to put a stop to this activity. Jakarta would do well to take a lesson from Hanoi.

Indonesia prides itself on being one of the most progressive Southeast Asian nations, yet motorcycle racing is allowed to terrorize the main roads of Jakarta, putting all who use the streets in peril. Police have also taken little effort to ensure safety for others or to put a stop to this dangerous activity.

MARLENE GLAZIER

Jakarta