Tribal title for commander

Tribal title for commander

MERAUKE, Irian Jaya: Eight chiefs of 18 local tribes conferred
upon Maj. Gen. A. Dunidja, the commander of the Trikora Military
Command, the traditional title of Kayau Anem.

The title, which literally means "the defender and the carrier
of peace", was given to Dunidja in appreciation of his
contribution in securing peace and order in the regency.

The Marind tribe's chief Bernardus Ndiken announced the honor
in a ceremony on Monday. The announcement was celebrated with
excitement, yells and festive dancing by thousands of tribesmen.

Ndiken also called on Dunidja to keep on protecting the
Merauke residents from various dangers which come from within or
outside of the area, and to lead them to develop the regency.

The title Kayau Anem is said to be the highest to ever be
given to non-natives. The tribesmen said Dunidja deserved the
honor because of his intention to emphasize social services in
military operations in the region. (swe)