Wednesday, June 5, 2013

1) KNPB rally planned in support of WP application to join MSG


1) KNPB rally planned in support of WP application to join MSG

2)  102 non-permanent doctors begin work in Papua

3) Won Papua Act of 1969 at the military-police

4)  USGov: Testimony of Deputy Asst Secy Baer at Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Hearing
5) ] Dutch government aproves export of €345 million of militairy equipment to Indonesia
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1) KNPB rally planned in support of WP application to join MSG  
A google translate of article in Jubi. Be-aware google translate can be a bit erratic. 
Originsal bahasa at

http://tabloidjubi.com/2013/06/05/dukung-msg-knpb-akan-demo/
SUPPORTS MSG, KNPB WILL DEMO 
Author: Aprila wiring 
Editor: MUSA ABUBAR

| June 5, 2013 | 1
Filed in: Jayapura

Latest News:


 
Demo KNPB (Dok.Jubi)


Jayapura, 5/6 (Jubi) - West Papua National Committee (KNPB) will conduct a peaceful demonstration supporting Papuan Melanesian Spearhead Group Member (MSG) MSG meeting to be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 next.

"We want to announce to the public that on Monday (10/6) later, we will conduct a protest in Port Numbay. This is a national action, "said Assa Asso, General Coordinator of Action to reporters at Prima Garden Caffee in Abepura, Jayapura, on Wednesday (5/6).

Abroad, according to Asso, will also be carried out simultaneously. For in Papua, will be conducted simultaneously in Manokwari, Sorong, Yahukimo, Wamena and others. This action, according to the Asso is a form of support for Papuan registration process to become a member of MSG.

"We asked the police to give democracy a democratic space for people to be able to express Papua on Monday (10/6) later. We asked the people who will join in this action in a state that is not affected by alcoholic beverages and do not carry sharp tools, "urge Asso.


Likewise the same place, Warpo Wetipo, Commissariat KNPB Diplomacy Center told reporters confirmed, it will remain a peaceful demonstration in the country and abroad. Also included in Bali, Manado, Makassar and other cities in the country. This peaceful demonstration will be conducted simultaneously with the same issues and demands.

"We asked the security forces, we understand and apply jointly, Law no. 9 of 1998 concerning Freedom of Expression in Public. Also in 1945 opening it was clear that independence is the right of every nation and therefore the occupation in the world should be abolished, "said Warpo Wetipo. (Jubi / Aprila wiring)
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http://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2013/06/05/102-non-permanent-doctors-begin-work-papua.html

2)  102 non-permanent doctors begin work in Papua

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Papua governor Lukas Enembe dispatches 102 doctors under the non-permanent assignment program (PTT) that will start delivering health care services for people in remote areas across Papua.
“The 102 PTT doctors have been sent by the Health Ministry to respond to our request for doctors in remote areas that need them most,” said Lukas, on Wednesday.
He spoke after a dispatching ceremony, which coincided with the celebration of the International Environment Day in the Otonom square, Jayapura, Papua.
Lukas said that with the additional doctors, it was expected that people could get better access to health care services, and in case of emergency, they could be immediately referred to hospitals.
He added that the doctors could hopefully bring changes to the local people, such as creating better awareness of the importance of environmental health.
“Unhygienic environments can lead to the spread of diseases,” said Lukas.
The Papua administration is providing various support for the PTT doctors, including incentives, security insurance and employment guarantees, he added. (fan/ebf)
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A google translate of article in Suarapapua. Be-aware google translate can be a bit erratic. 
Originsal bahasa at
http://suarapapua.com/2013/06/pepera-1969-di-papua-dimenangkan-tni-polri/

3) Won Papua Act of 1969 at the military-police

Published On Wednesday, June 05, 2013 By Oktovianus Pogau. Under: OPINION, EDITOR OPTIONS. Tags: CHURCH, PAPUA FREEDOM, HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS

Socratez Sofyan Yoman, Chairman PGBP ((Photo: baptispapua.blogspot.com)
By: Socratez Sofyan Yoman *

"... Every falsehood must be resisted. Win or lose. Much more lies containing oppression "- (Mayon Soetrisno: Vortex Flow Soekarno Roman Age Movement, 2001 hal.369)

Why Papuans oppose and reject the Act of 1969 so far? The answer is because the Act of 1969 was won by a military-police. If the answer is correct so the question is whether the Papua Act of 1969 was won by a military-police? Are there any strong evidence that can be accounted for?

In the process of inclusion of Papua into Indonesia, the Indonesian military played a very big role prior to the period after the Act of 1969. Seen in military documents Col. Official Letter Telegram. Inf. Supomo, Tjenderawasih XVII Military Regional Command Number: TR-20/PS/PSAD/196, dated 20-2-1967, by Radiogram MEN / Army No: TR-228/1967 TBT dated 7-2-1967, Subject: face referendum IRBA in 1969: "intensify all activities in each field by using all the power of the organic material and personnel as well as the B / P-good right from the Army and from other forces. Sticking to the guidelines, IRBA referendum in 1969 to be won, to be won. Strategic materials vital that there is to be secured. Minimize the defeat of our troops by reducing the static posts. OPS this letter as a command to be carried out. Each coordination as well as possible. Commander 17/PANG OPSADAR. "

Christofelt L. Korua, a witness who is a retired police officer, stated, "the people who voted in the Papua Act of 1969 was determined by the Indonesian authorities and while the people who selected that all were in the room and guarded by the Indonesian military and police. "(Author's interview with Christofelt Korua in Jayapura, December 11, 2002).

"On July 14, 1969, the Act starts with 175 members of the council to Merauke. On that occasion, a large group of Indonesian soldiers present ... "(Official Report of the United Nations, Annex 1, Paragraph 189-200). Carmel Budiardjo, Director of The Indonesia Human Rights Campaign (TAPOL), on March 26, 2002 calling on the UN Secretary General, Kofi Annan: "In August 1969, the Indonesian authorities implement the Act in West Niew Guinea (West Irian and then Irian Jaya, now Papua ) to determine the future status of the region. Deliver eight council election with 1,025 people, carried out under pressure from the Indonesian military authorities ".

"In the military command led by Gen. R. Kartidjo (1965-23 March 1966), carried out 'Operation Aware' in charge of intelligence activities, aware of the chiefs, and arresting the leaders of the OPM (Free Papua Movement) as well as capturing the Papuans who reject integration with Indonesia. Then, when Brigadier General R. Bintoro designated as Military Commander (23 March 1966-25 June 1968), led the 'Operation Bratayudha' is an operation to destroy the activity of the OPM led Ferry Awom in Manokwari and West Papua territorial dominance overall. The next Commander, Brigadier General Sarwo Edhi Wibowo, led the task of 'Operation Aware' which aims to eliminate the remnants of OPM, the Papuan people embrace to win the 1969 Act, and the Indonesian government to consolidate power in the entire region. "(Raweyai, 2002:33 - 34).

The secret letter from the Regional Military Command XVII Tjenderawasih, Colonel Infantry Soemarto-NRP.16716, the Military Resort Command Merauke-172 dated May 8, 1969, No. R-24/1969, Secret Mail Status, Subject: Security Act in Merauke. The essence of the secret letter is as follows: "We must be sure to absolute victory this referendum, implementing the two methods and unusual. Therefore, I believe as the Chairman of the Regional Consultative Council and the officials will unify our understanding of the purpose to incorporate Papua, the Indonesian republic. "(Dutch National Newspaper, NRC Handelsbald, March 4, 2000).

"In Manokwari, while the council voted, Papuan youths from outside the meeting room singing church songs 'myself, myself'. To handle this, the Indonesian army caught and threw them into the car and took them away in a car tub. Hugh Lunn, one of the foreign journalists who were present, were threatened with guns by Indonesia while she was taking a photo demonstration of the Papuans. "(Dr. John Saltford. Irian Jaya: United Nations Involment with The Act of Self-Determination in West Papua (Indonesia West Niew Guinea) 1968-1969, Citing Report of Hugh Lunn, an Australian journalist, August 21, 1999).

Sintong, the leadership team of West Irian Army Para Commando Regiment (Special Forces) who arrived in Manokwari on January 6, 1967 in the territorial operation to win the Act of 1969 in his book "The Journey A Soldier Command" provides evidence of the direct involvement of the Indonesian security forces won PEPERA 1969 under the terms of the Territorial Operations, Combat Operations, Development and Establishment of DMP. DMP stands for Consultative Council Act of formation of Armed Forces (now: TNI). DMP members are the ones chosen by the Armed Forces and the Government and closely monitored under intimidation, terror and death threats just to incorporate West Papua by force into the territory of the Republic of Indonesia to the Act of 1969 is flawed moral, legal and undemocratic. The reader follow the quotations below.

"In Jayapura military commander XVII / Tjenderawasih Brigadier General Sarwo, bear enormous responsibility for the success of the Act in the implementation of the Act, Sarwo Edhi was appointed as Chairman of the Executive Project Daerah.Tugasnya control, mobilize and coordinate all activities of local government officials, civic and private, and all elements of the Armed Forces in the West Irian. In Jayapura Gen. Sarwo Edhi to the author argues, "If the Act fails, the failure rests with me. Conversely if later Act of successfully, would many people who claim that the success of the results of their efforts. " (2009: p. 1969).

"Military Command XVII / Tjenderawasih launched Operation Dignity with local organic troops and troops brought in from outside the West Irian, including Storm Trooper (Army Air Force Motion speedily), Brimob and the Karsayudha with as many as 5,220 people the power entirely. Operating Authority Act aims to secure, destroy OPM rebels under the leadership of Ferry Awom, as well as foster and memelihar government authority ". (2009: p. 169).

"Seven months before the implementation of the Act, the Authority Karsayudha Karsayudha by name, under the command of Captain Feisal Tanjung under command-kan (B / P) of View XVII / Tjenderawasih stationed in West Irian to win the Act. Karsayudha Authority based in Jayapura, measuring three Prayudha. Prayudha 1 under the command of First Lieutenant Saparwadi, AMN Force 64, was placed in Sorong regency. First Lieutenant Prayudha 2 Kuntara lead in Biak. Prayudha 4 under the leadership of First Lieutenant Wismoyo Arismunandar placed in Merauke. First Lieutenant Sintong Prayudha 3 power leads 26 men under the command (B / P) as a Military Commander Commander 171/Manokwari Authority operation 1 in Manokwari. He was assisted by the rank of officer candidate Sujudi (capa) as deputy commander ". (2009: hal.169-170). (Ketetangan: Karsayudha command of Captain Feisal Tanjung-called Karsayudha Authority, because at that time Military Command XVII / Tjenderawasih is implementing a series of operations with the password "Authority").

"Basically Karsayudha 3 in Manokwari regency duty win the Act, to prevent civil servants, students and young people into the forest". (P. 178). According Sintong, one very important factor to win the Act, is to provide guidance to citizens through the territorial operations ". (P. 182). In the fourth commissioner, Prayudha 3 members assigned to direct the prospective DMP. Pimbinaan in any PPP Sandiyudha done by three people. They consist of Sandiyudha soldiers who have had much experience of combat ". (2009: hal.183).

"On March 30, accompanied by Sergeant Salam Sintong meetings Preparation DMP formation led by SD Kawab, Bupti Manokwari, at the district office. Meeting to discuss the formation of DMP Manokwari which will be decided in consultation with the Central Government represented by Soedjarwo Tjondronegoro SH from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs .... Before the meeting began, the members of parliament who will speak at the meeting have been doing exercises four times, witnessed by members Prayudha 3 as a coach. Meetings continued to refuse the implementation of freedom of choice for one man one vote. Then established the Preparatory Committee for Formation of DMP was later shortened to 9, with chairman of the Committee for SD Kawab. Prayudha 3 got the task to assist the Committee 9 to act as a safety and liaison between the Pembina in areas with Committee 9. Committee due to work less smoothly until Prayudha 9 3 who do the job. 9 results submitted to the Committee ". (2009: hal.183-184).

"The DMP members gathered in the town of Manokwari, accompanied by two coaches, each Renwaren second lieutenant, an officer Rochani Catholic, and well as Abdul Hamid". (P. 184). In pelaksanaanPepera in Manokwari district, Sintong act as coordinator and oversee intelligence named Rumajom DMP members are expected to commit negative actions. Capa Suyudi, Wadan Prayudha 3 acts as a Sector Commander in the courtroom, while Second Lieutenant monthe as commander of Sector B. Meanwhile Prayudha 3 was assigned mass deploy as many as 5,000 people to attend the hearing. Sergeant Simon Head assisted by three people in charge of mobilizing the masses of rural and Sergeant Wagimin along with three others from moving past the beach area. The deployment is the responsibility Prayudha Masaa 3 ranging from transport to the site of the trial ". (2009: p. 185). "The peak of success Prayudha 3 is a very large role in the success and the Act." (P. 186). Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Sintong admits: "... if we (the military) do not perform combat operations, Territory and Dignity before and after the implementation of the Act of Free Choice of the Year from 1965 to 1969, then I believe the 1969 Act of Free Choice in West Irian could be won by the pro They Papua ".

Sintong acknowledge resistance of youth and students: "On June 19, 30 students who will conduct the demonstrations, can be captured from the leadership level to the lower level. Their leader Tjenderawasih a university student. A demonstration ... In the small trial by 17 school children who make noise, but they were immediately arrested and below to the post Prayudha 3 ". (2009: p. 185). H won with the power of the military / police, then the failure of Law Number 21 Year 2001 on Special Autonomy in Papua will also dipertahakan with the power of the military / police, that is by building a military and police bases in all parts of the Land Papua. One is the placement of one company Contonya Brimob troops in Wamena. It also contradicts the fact: Concept of Operations Plan and Regional Development Pengkodisian Communication Network in response to Political Direction Irian Jaya (Papua) to the Free and Break Away From the Republic of Indonesia which is made by Ministry of Home Affairs, DG Kesbanglinmas, the Office Memorandum No.578 / ND / Unity / D IV/VI/2000, dated June 9, 2000.

Dr.. Fernando Ortiz Sanz in his official report to the UN General Assembly in 1969 stated: "The majority of Papuans demonstrate Indonesia willing to part with and support the State of Papua Merdeka mind." (Source: UN Doc. Annex I, A/7723, paragraphs 243, p.47).

A clear and definite, it is known that the results of the 1969 Act of Free Choice rain reap harsh criticism and protests in the UN General Assembly in 1969 by members of the UN official. They (UN members) to question the implementation of the Act of which is filled with lies and crimes against humanity in violation of international law. Because, the results of the Act of 1969 be in violation of international law, then the UN General Assembly noted only "take note". The term "take note" it's not the same as passed. Only recorded because there are still serious problems in the implementation of the 1969 Act of Free Choice in West Papua.

Results Act of 1969 was passed but only noted for fierce opposition from some UN member states led by the government of Ghana. It was evident in official records in the office of the United Nations, New York, United States: "... 156 of 179 statements were kept, in accordance with all accepted until April 30, 1969, from these statements, 95 anti-Indonesian statement, statement 59 pro Indonesia, and the second statement is neutral. "(Source: Doc UN in New York: Six lists of summaries of political communications from unidentified Papuans to Ortiz Sanz, August 1968 to April 1969: UN Series 100, Box 1, File 5).

Ambassador of the government of Ghana, Mr. Akwei, protesting the United Nations General Assembly, the report quoted Dr. Fernando Ortiz Sanz on the attitude of the Minister of the Interior Indonesia improperly shown to participants PEPERA in West Papua. "That was reported by a representative of the Secretary-General that the evidence of events making the implementation of free elections is a foreign phenomenon where Interior Minister rose in the pulpit and actually campaign. He, Indonesian Foreign Minister asked the council members to determine their future by getting that they are one ideology, Pancasila, one flag, one government, one state from Sabang to Merauke ... ".

While the government Gabon Ambassador, Mr. Davin, criticized as follows: "When we learned of this report, the government envoy Gabon finding tremendous confusion, it is very difficult for us to express an opinion on the methods and procedures used for deliberation of the people of West Irian. We dibinggungkan incredible with the objections formulated by Mr. Ortiz Sanz in the last words at the close of the report. With regard to the methods and procedures of this, if the messenger I think the need to convey basic question, it certainly attracted the attention of participants to the session to ensure that there are aspects, to declare at least remarkable. We should ask our horror and demand an explanation of some evidence presented in the report of General Sekreratis representative. Example: we can ask:

1. Why so much majority of the number of representatives appointed by the government and not elected by the people?

2. Why the UN observers could be present in the election only 20 percent of representatives, some of them just a little bit?

3. Why consultation meeting chaired by the Governor, in other words, by the representatives of the government?

4. Why not just governmental organizations and opposition movements can present as a candidate?

5. Why is the principle of "one man, one vote" which was recommended by representatives of the Secretary-General is not implemented?

6. Why is not there a secret representative, but the open meetings attended by government and military?

7. Why do intentionally present ministers and representatives of the affected public to convey them that, "only right answer to the question to announce that they are willing to stay with Indonesia?

8. Why are the rights recognized in Article XXII (22) New York Agreement, relating to freedom of expression; association and berkupul not enjoyed by all indigenous Papuans? Protest the African States, J.P. Drooglever describes as follows: ".... A group of African countries launched a critique, namely those who since 1961 has been sympathetic to the problems of Papua" (p. 784).

Prof. J.P. Drooglever provide evidence of the truth of the history of the Indonesian military's involvement in winning Act of 1969. "With the arrival of Ortiz Sanz in August 1968, on the Indonesian side made preparations to strengthen outreach to the region. The task entrusted to Sarwo, confidant of Suharto. According to his own words, he at that time had no more than 6,000 troops. In the first months of 1969, according to the power of the minister Amir Machmud increased to 10,000 people, while the power is on time Activities Free Choice according to reports Malik had increased to 16,000 people. It was very pretty to control the chaos that might ". (2010:711).

Drooglever argues: "Integrating the people of Papua into the Indonesian state remains a problem. Opportunities for Papuans to advance very limited. The Papuan population is among the poorest in Indonesia. Mental and organizational integration into the Indonesian state is not reached. One thing is for sure: Indonesia failed to win the hearts of the people of Papua. In the national consciousness in the meantime increased sharply. With their own discipline, the Papuan leaders in church and in the community is able to manage the situation to prevent serious riots, were able to bring the voice of the Papuans to be heard by the government of Indonesia and the world in ways that are honorable but tough ". (2010: hal.786-787).

* Socratez Sofyan Yoman is the Chairman of the Board waiter Center Fellowship Baptist Churches of Papua.
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4)  USGov: Testimony of Deputy Asst Secy Baer at Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Hearing
Deputy Assistant Secretary Baer at the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Hearing on Indonesia, May 23, 2013

Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor, Daniel B. Baer

Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission Hearing on Indonesia, Washingon, D.C.

2013-06-03

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for holding this hearing and for the Committee’s interest in Indonesia. I’d also like to pay tribute to the late Tom Lantos and his constant engagement on human rights issues around the world. We share in the Commission’s mission “to promote, defend and advocate for internationally recognized human rights,” and I appreciate the opportunity to appear before you. It’s a pleasure to testify today with Susan Sutton.

State Department officials both in Washington and in Indonesia have clearly communicated that the United States believes that respect for universal human rights is essential to Indonesia’s strong future. Under Secretary Wendy Sherman was in Jakarta earlier this week and discussed a broad range of important issues including human rights.

During the rollout of the International Religious Freedom Report this past Monday, Secretary of State Kerry said religious freedom is “a core American value” that “is not an American invention” but rather “a birthright of every human being.”

Indonesia has enjoyed a reputation for respect for religious pluralism. However, an increase in societal attacks by extremist groups and violence towards members of religious minorities, along with ineffective government responses, are threatening to tarnish that image. The Setara Institute reported 226 cases of interference with religious freedom by non-state actors in 2012, compared to 194 in 2011.

The 2008 Anti-Ahmadiyya Decree freezes certain activities of members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community and bans proselytizing by members of the group. In 2012, a number of regional governments enforced decrees limiting or banning the free practice of the Ahmadiyya Muslim religion. In 2011, three Ahmadiyya Muslims were beaten to death by a mob of more than 1500 while police failed to intervene; ultimately the convicted perpetrators received light sentences of four to six months while an injured Ahmadi victim was sentenced to seven months for allegedly provoking the attack.

Another disturbing trend is the increasing number of closures of churches and Ahmadiyya mosques, an issue that is – again – exacerbated by restrictive laws. The 2006 Decree on the Construction of Houses of Worship requires religious groups to obtain at least 60 signatures from other religious groups in the community before they can build a house of worship. This law is not meant to be retroactive, but has often been used by extremist groups to encourage the closure of religious buildings established prior to 2006.

Approximately 50 churches were forcibly closed across Indonesia in 2012, one church was demolished in March 2013, four Ahmadiyya mosques were closed in April 2013, and one more was closed this week.

Blasphemy laws used to restrict freedoms of religion and expression are also part of the problem. After a Shia cleric was sentenced to four years in prison for “deviant” teachings, approximately 300 of his followers were resettled to a sports complex in Sampang. About 200 followers remain at the complex, and local authorities are pressing for permanent relocation. Our Embassy and Consulate continue to press local officials in Madura, East Java to allow the Shia to return to their homes.

While some instances of violence occur along sectarian lines, the underlying causes are often more complex, including rule of law issues, political manipulation, and land disputes. Even in areas where the provincial legislature has codified certain interpretations of Sharia law, such as Aceh, those laws are unevenly and inconsistently enforced. To tackle increasing intolerance towards members of religious minorities, these underlying issues must be addressed. Although extremist groups are loud, they speak for a small, narrow minority. The majority of Indonesians support religious tolerance and mutual respect.

In terms of other civil and political rights, Indonesia is headed in the right direction. The vast majority of Indonesians are able to say and publish what they want, to criticize their government, to peacefully change their leaders, and to assemble and associate as they see fit. However, significant challenges remain. Some of the laws governing online expression are vague, and can be interpreted in ways that violate human rights. The government continues to apply treason and conspiracy statutes to criminalize non-violent political speech that it deems “separatist,”. Over 80 individuals remain in jail, some serving lengthy sentences and many suffering harsh treatment, on these kinds of political charges. In 2012, during Indonesia’s Universal Periodic Review before the UN Human Rights Council, we called on Indonesia to end enforcement of, and to repeal, the relevant provisions of its criminal code.

Consensual same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Indonesia, and many local regulations specially criminalize it along the same lines as prostitution. A local Jakarta ordinance allows police to classify any transgender person as a sex worker. Members of the LGBT community are harassed by police and coerced to pay bribes to avoid detention, and as is often the case in Indonesia, police and local officials routinely defer decisions on physical protection, investigations of crimes, and protection of rights, to extremist groups.

The human rights enjoyed by most Indonesians are less well protected in conflict-affected and ethnic and religious minority areas. We have encouraged the Indonesian government to engage in good faith dialogue with indigenous and other ethnic and religious minority groups.

In Aceh in Indonesia’s far west, the significant progress spurred by the 2005 Helsinki peace agreement could be accelerated if national and local authorities established the truth commission and human rights courts provided for in the 2006 Aceh law.

In Indonesia’s far east, historical grievances and deliberate social and economic marginalization continue to fuel a decades-old, low intensity insurgency in Papua and West Papua provinces. Armed insurgents, unarmed civilians, and members of the security services are routinely injured and killed in sporadic violence.
The past commission of serious human rights violations by Indonesian security forces in Jakarta, East Timor, Aceh, Papua and elsewhere has been widely publicized. Today we see that Indonesia’s defense and police establishments have broken with that model and are transforming. Professionalization and accountability are improving but not complete, and backsliding is a real possibility. Today the human rights violations committed by the Indonesian military and police are not command driven or widespread.

In recent years, we have seen several cases of small groups of low-ranking personnel committing very serious crimes including murder and torture. The government investigates those cases and, in a break from the past, has prosecuted some perpetrators. We welcome these steps, although it is important to note that accountability is incomplete, because in most cases the perpetrators are charged with a minor offense and do not receive a sentence commensurate with the actual violent crime committed.

We’ve seen recently the government’s willingness in some cases to court-martial the perpetrators after they have completed their prison sentence. We are watching very carefully the military’s investigation of the March 2013 attack on a prison in central Java in which several guards were injured and four prisoners were executed. Eleven KOPASSUS personnel have been arrested, and the conduct of the investigation and the trial and punishment of the perpetrators will speak volumes about the cultural shift underway within the military.

Indonesia is poised to be one of the most important countries of the 21st century­if they continue democratic progress. Many democratic changes are irreversible, and the overwhelming majority of Indonesians and most government officials want a rights-respecting, peaceful, and inclusive society However, many reforms are works in progress and backsliding on some of the most critical advancements is possible. Indonesia has many partners and friends including the United States. And of course, as elsewhere, the strongest partners of the Indonesian government come from within­the civil society organizations and advocates, journalists, and others who, by pushing the government to do better, help to cement the considerable gains made by and for the Indonesian people. I thank you again for exploring these vitally important issues and for the opportunity to testify today. I welcome your questions.

http://www.humanrights.gov/2013/06/03/deputy-assistant-secretary-baer-at-the-tom-lantos-human-rights-commission-hearing-on-indonesia/ 


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5) ] Dutch government aproves export of €345 million of militairy equipment to Indonesia
Dutch minister of Foreign Affairs granting export license militairy equipment
to Indonesia worth €345.000.000,-

"The application has been tested for the eight criteria of the EU common
standings on weapons export  (GS2008/944 8-12-2008) .  This test, of which the
essence of the most relevant criteria is shown here, lead to the granting of
the licence based on the following arguments:

Criteria 2 Human Rights:
 Indonesia is an important, respected partner of the Netherlands. Indonesia
is a stable democracy, in which free and honest elections take place. The
press is free, there is a fibrant social infield and there is officialy a high
level of tolerance. The protection of Human Rights is constitutionaly
documentated;  compliance is an incidental point of concern. Given the nature
of the goods and the final user it is not expected that they will contribute
to violations of Human Rights.

Criteria 3 internal conflict:
The domestic security situation in Indonesia has improved greatly over  the
last decade. The armed conflict in Aceh ended in 2005 after a peace agreement
between the Indonesian government and the resistance movement GAM. This
agreement stands, and free and honest elections have taken place in Aceh.
In Papua domestic tensions remain and violent incidents occur from time to
time. Among others activities from security forces are intended, sometimes in
respons to actions from the armed separatation movement OPM, tribaly inspired
conflicts and crimenal associated violence. The Indonesian policy is formost
directed on socio-economic development of Papua, and besides that steps are
being made to engage in a dialogue with  representatives  of the indigenous
population.
It is not obvious that goods in question will contribute to the increasement
of domestic tensions,  partly due to the fact that Indonesian naval material
Is not being deployed here.

Criteria 7 risk of diversion:
Due to the nature of the goods and the fact that they are deliverd to the
Indonesian Navy the risk of diversion is negligible.

Signed, june 4 2013,
Lilianne Ploumen, minister of Foreign Trade and  Development Cooperation
Frans Timmermans, minister of Foreign Affairs."

Shortened and translated by Pro Papua.

Read the entire letter  from ministers Ploumen ( foreign trade and development
Cooperation) and Timmermans (foreign affairs) to Dutch house of
representatives regarding the granting of an export licence for militairy
equipement to Indonesia  worth €345 million, via link below (Dutch).

http://www.rijksoverheid.nl/bestanden/documenten-en-publicaties/kamerstukken/2013/06/04/kamerbrief-afgifte-vergunning-voor-export-militair-materieel-naar-indonesie/kamerbrief-afgifte-vergunning-voor-export-militair-materieel-naar-indonesie.pdf

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