101. Ian Martin, head of UNAMET, was to arrive Friday in Jakarta and meet with high-level Indonesian officials. 102. In a major concession, the IMF allowed delays in the removal of some subsidies and Indonesian officials also showed a new willingness to push ahead with reform. 103. In a reversal of an old policy, Indonesian officials have said they would let go of East Timor if its people reject the autonomy proposal. 104. In meetings and correspondence, Indonesian officials urged Canada repeatedly to ensure Suharto would not be confronted by angry protesters or embarrassing signs. 105. In recent days, some Indonesian officials have warned that East Timor could slide into civil war if its people vote for independence. 106. In his statement, Neiss expressed satisfaction with the progress made in recent days with Indonesian officials to review the bailout program. 107. In Washington, State Department spokesman James B. Foley said the United States was concerned about the violence and was in touch with Indonesian officials. 108. Independence campaigner and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Jose Ramos-Horta demanded a war crimes tribunal to try Indonesian officials. 109. Indonesian officials are expected to discuss the debt with foreign banks at a meeting in Tokyo in May. 110. Indonesian officials await IMF bailout plan. |