Through this forum, I wish to appeal to all levels of

Through this forum, I wish to appeal to all levels of
community leadership and the Indonesian people -- to impose self-
restraint upon their respective followers and supporters so as to
allow the speedy restoration of a peaceful situation. ...

Investors also need certainty, with regards to rules and
regulations. It is against this backdrop that I have directed the
economic ministers to implement policies that are coherent and
transparent to avoid any confusion among business operators. It
is in the same vein that the central government has reminded all
regions not to adopt regulations or impose levies, which may
hamper trading, investment activities and cause long-term damage
to the regions concerned.

With these new investments, we will be able to run our economy
effectively again, which is urgently needed to provide jobs for
the unemployed ..., the number of which continues to increase on
a daily basis.

o Our capability to settle debts has caused concern. A large
part of the budget has to be set aside to pay the main debts and
their interest. We have to go through all these to honor the
commitments made by the government when securing loans. In this
regard, we are thankful to donor countries that have been willing
to help us settle loans in this difficult period, including their
offer to reschedule our debt.

Prioritizing national economic recovery has brought about some
implications and consequences ... The first refers to the need to
adopt a policy of efficiency. ...

The government leaves no stone unturned in finding other
possible solutions acceptable to all for the sake of our national
interest.

Inevitably, the government must gradually raise prices of some
goods and services, such as fuel and electricity. We also have to
consider other stringent policies in the fiscal sector so that we
are able to lessen the debt burden. ...

We have also adopted a policy of selling national assets
administered by the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency and the
privatization of state-owned companies. ... However, these
policies have shown little progress in meeting their target.

Experience has demonstrated that addressing the very issue of
privatization has often led to other issues that need to be
carefully dealt with first ... The privatization policy will,
therefore, be conducted cautiously.

o The international community, while facing the threat of
economic recession, is now besieged by the fear of terrorism.

International terrorism ... might lead to an adverse impact on
economic activities that we count on for human prosperity.

Those found to be involved in terrorism should be held
responsible and taken to court. It is the obligation of every
party to help find and show to the world any evidence connecting
any elements allegedly involved in these irresponsible actions
before taking measures to combat terrorism.

By the end of this year, Muslims and Christians will hold
religious celebrations. We, therefore, appeal that the military
attack aimed at seizing the accused, which has so far claimed the
lives of many innocent people, be discontinued before the sacred
month of Ramadhan and Christmas.

The long drawn out military attack will not only be counter-
productive, it might also weaken the global coalition in
combating terrorism ... We appeal for the need to hold a
humanitarian pause so as to give more space and opportunity for
the handling of humanitarian aid while trying to solve the
problem through political and diplomatic channels. ... The
government continues its support for the UN to play its role in
accordance with its mandate to maintain international peace and
security.
o To implement the Assembly's mandate to eradicate corruption,
collusion and nepotism, we have to carry it out consistently and
firmly ... so that the main factors causing many of the nation's
woes can come to an end. ...

We also agree to oblige the state apparatus to submit a report
on their personal wealth to the Wealth Audit Committee. Allow me
also to offer my earnest appreciation to those who have submitted
their wealth reports and agree to have their reports published.
This measure will contribute to our joint efforts to recuperate
the image and to improve the performance of the government.

I will instruct the Attorney General and the Chief of the
National Police to submit reports every month on the development
and progress in eradicating KKN practices.

The tendency for some regions to seek secession from the
Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia ... needs more serious
care. While some carry out their intentions peacefully, others
have conducted their movement forcefully.

In the government's attempt to tackle security disturbances
staged by armed separatist movements, the risk that the lives of
many are at risk on both sides -- even innocent people residing
in the troubled areas -- is inevitable.

Allow me now to elaborate on the basic policies of the
government to settle this no less important issue.

The first policy is that, while providing more room for people
in the regions to administer themselves under special autonomy,
we are resolved to seek a lasting solution to the problems
expressed by the public that directly addresses their welfare,
justice and dignity.