MPR factions' accord quite a relief

MPR factions' accord quite a relief

From Republika

The accord of 11 factions of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) to curb tension among the national political elite, particularly in facing the annual MPR session, is a relief for the people at large. At least there is a kind of guarantee now that the MPR has agreed not to put in its agenda the replacement of President. If they stick to this accord, it could even become an embryo for the development of other accords capable of securing political stability and security. If so, it is unquestionably a meaningful contribution to the laying of foundations for remedying a multicrisis situation.

Admitted or not, the political tension triggered by the controversy of the political elite is one of the factors hindering efforts to restore the worsening situation. Logically, if the controversy drags on, this country's turmoil will worsen. Therefore, the initiative of MPR factions deserves a follow up by making the security stability conducive.

It is the leaders at the grassroots level that are demanded to be capable of materializing security by introducing and establishing a synergy among various religious communities and ethnic groups in society. Rest assured that the creation of political stability and security can be a basic guarantee for us in trying to cure the multicrisis now ruining our country.

AG PUTRANTO

Jakarta