Separatist ideas spread in towns

Thu, 21 Nov 1996, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: The local military chief has called on
people to be on the alert for "separatist ideas" spreading in
towns and villages in this second largest province of Indonesia.

Addressing military officers attending the 23rd course of
Armed Forces Command School, Maj. Gen. Jhony Lumintang said that
rebel ideas could endanger nation unity, Antara reported.

The general said the province's harsh geographic conditions,
limited transportation and communication facilities were holding
back development.

The course was attended by 34 military officers. (08)

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