January 27, 2008

Ambassador Hume Expresses U.S. Condolences

Bahasa Indonesia

Jakarta, January 27 -- U.S. Ambassador Cameron R. Hume paid his respects to former Indonesian President Soeharto on Sunday, January 27, 2008 at the Cendana Palace. Ambassador Hume conveyed condolences from the United States of America:

The United States expresses our sincere condolences on the death of President Soeharto. President Soeharto led Indonesia for over 30 years, a period during which Indonesia achieved remarkable economic and social development. In the international arena, President Soeharto co-sponsored the formation of the ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, and gave Indonesia an important role in the non-aligned movement while retaining close ties to the United States. Though there may be some controversy over his legacy, President Soeharto was a historic figure who left a lasting imprint on Indonesia and the region of Southeast Asia.

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