The mystery and muddle surrounding East Timor

Article Abstract:

East Timor was invaded by Indonesia in 1975, then annexed and repressed. The Indonesian president, B.J. Habibie, has stated that the future of East Timor will be decided when the government has determined what its inhabitants want, though they will not be asked this question. There is concern that the government lack clarity in its approach to East Timor, and the inhabitants are worried about the ability of East Timor to survive with independence due to the weight of government spending in the economy.

National Government, Public Administration, Political aspects, Indonesia, East Timor, Timorese foreign relations, Indonesian foreign relations

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Cloak, dagger and muddle: spying in Japan

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Japan's Public Security Investigation Agency and the country's military intelligence face strong criticism for their inability to work effectively. Their usefulness is questioned by Japanese citizens, especially since they have large budgets with which to build equipment and organizations.

Japan, Military aspects, Espionage, Secret police, Military intelligence

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The millennium-bug muddle

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The advent of computer technology did not take into account the effects that a change in the century would have on software programs, and such events are not uncommon. Industry standards are difficult to change despite new and innovative technologies.

Editorial, Analysis, Programming languages, Cover Story, Information technology, Year 2000 transition (Computers), Technological innovations

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