Stop U.S.-Iraq war

Stop U.S.-Iraq war

From Media Indonesia

The U.S. has invaded Iraq, which has created very unfavorable circumstances for Indonesia to escape its economic crisis. The disrupted flows of people and goods will affect tourism and the real sector, while the country badly needs the development of these areas for job creation. At present, over 40 million Indonesians are in need of proper employment.

It is impossible to create job opportunities without business operations, whereas businesses themselves cannot survive without investments. Meanwhile, investment and growth will only take place in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility, naturally without war.

Nearly all nations in the world oppose and condemn war. We are against war, not only because it brings harm instead of benefit, but also because those affected will have no jobs and even no future.

We therefore appeal that the war now taking place in Iraq be ended immediately as the price we have to pay is too high. We also wish to point out that we may keep voicing opposition to this unnecessary war in an appropriate manner.

ARYO RAHARJO Bogor, West Java