On expats and 'Bahasa'

On expats and 'Bahasa'

This letter is in regards to the recent letters written by
expats complaining about the proposal by the government to
require all foreigners to speak Bahasa Indonesia.

While I agree that the proposal is a little short-sighted, it
points to a bigger issue. I know of many expats living here for
many years none of whom can speak a lick of the Bahasa. It is
appalling to me; and it is the practice of that same style of
arrogance that nurtures hostility toward us as guests of this
fine country.

Have a little respect for the people of this beautiful land
and learn the language.

I'll bet that the two expats that wrote those letters of
complaint recently only know enough to say nasi goreng or know
how to tell their maids to clean their dirty underwear.
Terima kasih

ANTHONY JACOBSON
Medan, North Sumatra