Separatist and terrorist

Separatist and terrorist

From Koran Tempo

In 2004, the threat of separatism and terrorism will continue
to be a topical issue to discuss and overcome. In the 21st
century, the threat to the sovereignty and territorial integrity
of the Unitary Republic of Indonesia is separatism, which has,
since the founding of this country, become a major disturbance.

Besides, the emergence of international terrorism constitutes
a threat to national security. Following the Bali bombings in
October 2002, it has been discovered that transnational terrorist
networks are operating in several Southeast Asian countries. This
threat demands not only tough government policy and clear
legislation, but also improved intelligence capacity and skilled
antiterrorist units.

Separatist bodies like the Free Aceh Movement and Free Papua
Organization, as well as international terrorist rings, can never
be tolerated because they are against the values of humanity and
civilization. The agenda to deal with terrorism and separatism
should be implemented at the same time, otherwise national
security will be disturbed.

ERWIN GUNAWAN
Bogor, West Java