Protests continue, affect trade

Sat, 23 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

MERAUKE, Irian Jaya: An outbreak of violence which erupted
here following news of the sinking of the Bimas Raya II ferry on
Wednesday continued on Friday, with protesters damaging several
government and private buildings.

The protests started in reaction to the sea tragedy, which
claimed over 200 lives.

However, protests quickly took on a political tone as
demonstrators began pressing for other demands such as
independence.

All major business activities in the city have ceased for two
days as demonstrators continue to also occupy the local council
building. (04)

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