U.S. trade mission due here

U.S. trade mission due here

JAKARTA (JP): Representatives of Singapore-based American
companies will embark on a "business mission" in Indonesia to
explore investment opportunities.

The mission, supported by the American Chamber of Commerce
(AmCham) and the American Embassy in Singapore, is scheduled to
arrive here on Sunday for a four-day visit.

The American Embassy in Jakarta said on Saturday that during
the four-day visit, the delegation would meet President
Abdurrahman Wahid.

The mission, led by AmCham chairman Edward P. Gilbert, will
also discuss economic and trade issues with senior government
ministers, policymakers, economic planners and the business
community.

The mission represents major companies such as Bel Veiro
International, Daimler Chrysler Corporation, Ford International
Business Development Inc, ICO Global Communications Pte Ltd, Lone
Star Fund, Respondek & Fan, United Technologies International
Operations, and Vinson & Elkins International Lawyers. (07)