Volcano reveals a murky Indonesia

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A wildcat well drilling by Lapindo Brantas started a mudflow in Porong that has resulted a in the loss of the peoples' housing, land and livelihood. However, the country's problems do not only involve natural disaster but also includes its corporate sector which disregard governance and reputational risk. An analogy of Indonesia's mudflow crisis and its business community is given.

Indonesia, Economic aspects, Environmental aspects, Energy industries, Liability for environmental damages, Energy industry, Mudflows

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Justice is near for Sgt.Jenkins

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The case of United States army Sgt. Charles Robert Jenkins who was charged of deserting to North Korea in 1965 and the reasons for his disappearance are discussed. The political sensation brought about by this case in United States as well as in Japan is discussed.

United States, National Security, North Korea, Military Deserter Programs, Desertion, Military, Military desertion, Army officers, Jenkins, Charles Robert

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