These (cases) are a matter for the Indonesians ultimately, not a matter for us,

the most destructive disaster in living memory.

The fact that they are on the run does not make them any less dangerous.

If Saddam Hussein committed crimes such as political oppression against the Iraqi people, it should be resolved legally in a fair and just manner which doesn’t paint a sense of injustice,

The decision was incorrect, not realistic and unilateral. I believe there was a better option. Ties between Indonesia and Australia are now entering a difficult phase that is full of challenges.

to save the future of the country.

We agreed then to handle things proportionally.

These are clearly terrorist attacks because the targets were random and public places,

It is not an easy choice. I understand that this is a bitter pill but I have to do it to save the country’s economy and the country’s future,

We have to remain vigilant about the security environment ahead of us. We have won many battles, but not yet the war (against terrorism).

Anarchy will only deter investment,

support the government’s policy because this is not just happening to Indonesia, but also other countries.

In fighting against a guerilla warfare, the ratio is nine versus one or ten versus one.

We will hunt down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

sadist and inhuman crimes.

the people, the cells and the clues supporting this incident to bring them to justice.

If everything goes smoothly, after October we can implement the rise in fuel prices,

We will chase those perpetrators and bring them to court. Please be patient.

not to issue an (emergency) decree in this kind of situation.

You may read from time to time the voice of small radical groups. But this voice will not change the fact that mainstream Indonesia will continue to be moderate, tolerant and democratic.

The terrorists are still looking for soft targets,

It was under the same blue sky, exactly one year ago that Mother Earth unleashed her most destructive power upon us.

We know the terrorists cells are still active, they are still hiding, recruiting, networking, trying to find new funding and even planning ‘¦ for another strike.