Workers continue to protest minister

Workers continue to protest minister

PEKANBARU, Riau: For the fifth straight day, workers here
occupied the local council building to protest the appointment of
Bomer Pasaribu as minister of manpower.

The workers told Antara they would continue their protest and
intended to send the new minister a coffin as a symbol of their
disapproval.

Armed security officers remained on alert around the building
to prevent any vandalism, but so far the protest has remained
peaceful.

Despite setting up camp in the council building, protesters
have allowed councilors to perform their work with little
interference.

The protesters said they would remain at the council building
until Bomer was dismissed.

"We will not leave while Bomer still has his position as
manpower minister," protest spokesman Kaster said. (02)