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Meetings don't
solve crimes

From Media Indonesia

We often hear that the government officials, from the low to
the top ranks, are holding a meeting to discuss the latest
problems, such as how to wipe out criminals. Usually, the
meetings last for about three days and the participants are
accompanied by their wives.

As such meetings are held every year, it seems that the
meetings do not yield any results, because they are not serious
about crushing the crimes including white-collar crimes.

Actually, it is not too difficult to fight the crimes because
they are usually committed by the same individuals. And if the
culprits happen to be senior officials, the government can punish
them by requiring an early retirement.

M.D. WIRYA S. PRANATA

Medan, N. Sumatra