Indonesian military analyzes threats ahead of Asia Africa conference

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Indonesian Military (TNI) commander Gen. Moeldoko has said that TNI has already analyzed various potential threats that could possibly affect KAA participating countries.

The Asia-Africa Summit meeting will be held on April 22-23 in Jakarta. Leaders from several Asian and African countries will gather in Bandung on April 24.

"We have analyzed threats that may possibly affect participating countries in the Asia Africa Conference (KAA)," General Moeldoko said here on Monday.

He emphasized that the Indonesian Military has made all the preparations needed to secure the implementation of KAA properly.

"We have made the preparations to secure the Asia Africa Conference (KAA)," he affirmed.

Related to possible threats, Moeldoko noted, that the military has taken anticipatory measures including preparing troops in the field.

Meanwhile, the West Java police have also prepared 4,000 personnel to secure the implementation of The Asia-Africa Summit.

Earlier, Bandung Mayor Ridwan Kamil has instructed officials in every agency or working unit to improve infrastructure facilities ahead of the 60th anniversary of the Asian-African Conference.

"Based on the Presidents mandate, infrastructure facilities must be in place before the conference," Ridwan Kamil said here on Tuesday.

Emil remarked that the Bandung administration will not carry out auctions but will directly appoint efficient parties to manage and improve infrastructure.

"They must be accompanied by central government authorities concerned," he affirmed.

They will be accompanied by several agencies such as the Development Finance Comptroller, the Government Procurement Regulatory Body, and the Attorney General.

Furthermore, Emil noted, the local administration will hold meetings with relevant parties to improve infrastructure, particularly pedestrian paths and green lanes.

"We will soon determine the areas that need attention. We will also cooperate with relevant parties to calculate the budget required for the works," he stated.

According to him, the areas that should be repaired include the Great Mosque, Braga, Asia Afrika Street, East Cikapundung Street, and Naripan Street.

"We are aiming to complete all repair works within 45 days," he stated.

Kamil urged all district heads to review the works. Cleanliness also should be maintained in every region.

"I call on all district heads to maintain cleanliness in areas under their jurisdiction," he added.

Related to repair costs, Emil explained that the improvement of streets utilize local budgets and grants from third parties. He, however, could not say the amount.(UU.A063/H-YH)

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