Friends of Bill

Article Abstract:

The investigation into contributions made by Lippo Group to the Democratic Party has caused considerable embarrassment for Indonesian businessman James Riady, who heads Lippo Group. He used to be proud of his friendship with Bill Clinton, but is now much more reticent on this subject. He is also attracting criticism from Indonesia's majority Muslim population, who resent the fact that Lippo seems to have established connections with China. However, he continues to benefit from his reputation as a successful international businessman.

Political organizations, Finance, Investigations, Campaign funds, Ethical aspects, Democratic Party (United States), Riady, James T., Lippo Group

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Driving around gridlock

Article Abstract:

Roads in Indonesia badly need further and faster development to keep pace with demand and economic growth. While the government allocated $1.8 billion for road building in 1996-97, more funds and several changes in the system are necessary. Different regions feel they deserve more roads, with the east areas pointing to their slower development and the western ones claiming theri rapid growth has overwhelmed their freeways. President Suharto's family plays a large and controversial role in many road-building companies.

Highway and Street Construction, Local Roads Construction, Infrastructure (Economics), Road construction, Indonesia, Traffic congestion

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Stacked deck

Article Abstract:

The political and economic aspects of Pakistan are discussed. Pakistani president Gen. Pervez Musharraf's strategy behind promoting Shaukat Aziz is examined.

Public affairs, Pakistan, Economic aspects, Political activity, Political aspects, Cabinet officers, Cabinet officials, Musharraf, Pervez, Aziz, Shaukat

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