Vietnam war-bomb was dropped to the landless farmers in Indonesia
6:06 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
It has been hundred years peasant community settled and make their living in Suluk Bongkal, Riau Province. But, On 18 December 2008 the community are hunted by the drop of Napalm bomb, gun fired and tears gases. In a few minutes 700 houses were in flame. 1000 hired thugs and 500 police were burst into the crowd.
Hundred of peasant families had lived in Suluk Bongkal area for hundred years. On 1991, government issued land certificate for each villages
In 1997, Arara Abadi corporation, a company that supply raw material to Indah Kiat Pulp and Paper, Sinar mas group, were given the rights to control over the land. Since that day, Arara Abadi is not only privilege to control over Suluk Bongkal area, but also hundred thousand hectares land in Riau province, While the farmers turn to be landless.
On mid of 2007, these landless peasant affiliated to Riau Peasent Union (STR) succeed to reclaim the land. Since that day, 800 people living in that reclaimed area of Suluk Bongkal, Bengkalis, Riau.
The incident began when police tried to arrest Riza Zuhelmy, STR chairperson, the masses tried to protect their leader. Police sent other troops to manage this situation and arrest ten peasant. Unable to control the situation, police chopper flew and dropped napalm bomb to peasant settlement. While the police troops were shut rubber bullet and tears gas to disperse the masses. The situation turned into panic. Hundreds peasant are arrested. Putri, a child aged 2,6 years was scared to death and run to the jungle. She later found lifeless, sunk in the dwell. After the masses are dispersed, bulldozer came to clean the ruins, and soon after that hired thugs occupied the land. This attack are directly led by head division of criminal of Riau Police head quarter, Alex Mandalika,
On that tragedy, 700 houses are turn to ash, 200 peasant are arrested and 400 peasant are hunted and hide.
Riau Peasent Union had filed land dispute case between people and Arara Abadi corporation to the Provincial administration since 2007. On May 15 2007 ministry of forestry issued S 319/Menhut-VI/2007 said that people who has been living before 1996 (the years of Arara Abadi land concession) may stay there and the area should be excluded from concession area.
Jhony Nelsen SImanjutak from National commission of human rights found the indication of human rights violation regarding the land dispute conflict between people and Arara Abadi in three sub district. National commission is now asking for information from 100 victim.
While Nurul Huda from Arara Abadi hoping that National Commission of Human Rights should ask second opinion from the company since the company operates as a regulation from government. Currently, 200 farmers are arrested.
Help the farmers, send your solidarity, protest letter to end the human rights violation. Send the letter to
Arara Abadi fax 0761-91320
National commission of human rights +62 21 3912026
Email: info@komnasham.go.id, webmaster@komnasham.go.id
Police headquarter of Riau Province +6276120084
Send the solidarity letter to Papernas@yahoo.com, serikat.tani.riau@gmail.com
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Solidarity Statement for Bolivia
6:47 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Stop US Interference in Latin America;
Respect the National Sovereignty of the Bolivian People;
Forge Anti-Imperialist International Solidarity;
Last August, the Bolivian people show significant support for Evo Morales leadership in a referendum that gave him the mandate to extend, expand, and deepen social transformations carried out by the MAS party led government. He won 67.41% of votes in 95 out of 112 provinces across the country. The opposition, centred around an oligarchy of big businessmen, landlords and multinational supporters in four departments (Santa Cruz, Beni, Pando and Tarija), has been fighting for autonomy and secession, fearing the encroachment of the Morales administration's progressive projects, which seeks to transfer the profit of natural resources, particularly oil and gas, from the hands of the transnationals and oligarchy to the Bolivian people.
Bolivia is a country rich in natural resources. Although it gained formal independence from Spanish colonialism since 1825, Bolivia today - particularly its numerical majority indegenous population - is still struggling to free itself from colonial racist mentality and US imperialism. Recently, the US made another vulgar intervention through its ambassador, Philip Goldberg, who publicly supported and actively backed right-wing groups by providing funds and logistic support, as well as directing the media to lead the coup. This is similar to US subversion in Venezuela in 2002, which cooperated with the oligarchy to overthrow Chavez, but with failed results. At this moment, Bolivian opposition's right-wing groups, supported by the US, are launching violent attack against the poor, Morales supporters; taking over and destroy public facilities; blockading the roads to disrupt distribution of goods; as well as bombing and shooting civilians in several places, such as at CEJIS office, an NGO that defends indigenous rights.
There are at least several reasons for US interference in the coup: first, the US wishes to stop Latin American integration process that will potentially create another international political bloc that would diminish US influence in the region, as well as internationally. Second, the US attempted to blockade or stop the influence of leftist governments - born out of people's rebellion against neoliberalism - particularly in hydrocarbon producing countries, such as Bolivia, Venezuela, and Ecuador to safeguard US geopolitical interest and its corporations' control over raw materials and hydrocarbon.
Bolivian people's struggle to uphold their national sovereignty and control over natural resources have never been acknowledged and respected by the imperialist states, particularly the US. They, the US and its allies, not only do this to Bolivia and Latin America, but also to other countries in Asia, Africa, and Eastern Europe which attempt to be self-sufficient and self-reliance. In Indonesia, the intervention of the US and its transnational power have overthrown Sukarno's progressive government in the 60s and paved the way for full capitalist exploitation of Indonesia's natural and human resources. Up until now in Indonesia, the US remains the most powerful and dominant imperialist power that have been committing economic violence in its implementation of the "Washington Consensus", which have thrown more than half of the population to the abyss of poverty, destroyed domestic industries, and doomed the workers into exploitative working condition. Therefore, the Indonesian people also find itself in the midst of the struggle against imperialist domination.
In connection with increasing US intervention in the political crisis in Bolivia and Latin America in general, we the National Liberation Party of Unity (PAPERNAS), who fights for the national liberation of Indonesia from the yoke of imperialism, declared the following:
1. to demand that the US immediately stop its intervention in destabilising Evo Morales government, - A government which was elected and given the mandate by the people of Bolivia to bring about changes in the country;
2. to demand the end of violence carried out by right-wing groups; fascists armed gangs, militias and other irregular organisations formed by the local rulers under US assistance;
3. to demand the UN to sanction and to press the US to withdraw from Bolivia and Latin America;
4. to call for the international community to strengthen its solidarity with the Bolivian people and Morales government by sending protest letters to any US representatives;
5. to support the struggle of the Bolivian people and the Morales government that strive to uphold its national sovereignty, to free itself from foreign interference and pressures that want to control Bolivia's natural resources.
To Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono administration:
1. To demand that the President file a protest to the US government, asking them to immediately withdraw from Bolivia and other regions in turmoil due to US interference;
2. To expel US ambassador for Indonesia as a form of solidarity for Bolivia, if the protest was not responded;
3. To start the process of expropriating US companies in Indonesia and directed them to serve the needs and welfare of the Indonesian people;
4. To forge cooperation with exploited countries in the world, as a way out from the domination of the US and its allies in international political arena.
Jakarta, September 18, 2008
Chairperson
Haris Sitorus
Secretary General
Solidarity Message from DIE LINKE
5:18 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Dear comrades and friends,
On behalf of DIE LINKE in Germany, I would like to congratulate you on the arrangement of the forthcoming PAPERNAS public gatherings, and to pledge our full and unstinting support of you and your organisation. We are well aware of the oppression and lawlessness which your party faces in Indonesia, and therefore welcome these gatherings as a major, positive step for the forces of democracy in your country.
We remember fondly the presence and support of Dita Indah Sari at the foundation of our own party in June this year. Your party, in the form of its young and talented membership, has massive potential to effect positive change in Indonesia. We sincerely hope that these meetings will be a stepping stone towards success for PAPERNAS in the elections in two year’s time.
If we can be of any further assistance to you and your party, please do contact us.
With all our very best wishes,
In solidarity,
Solidarity From Socialist Party Of Malaysia (PSM)
5:17 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
23 November 2007
Dear comrades,
Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM) is grateful to hear that Papernas is continuing to mobilize and pull together progressive forces to put forward an alternative to Indonesian people, despite facing numerous attacks from the reactionary forces.
PSM is always extending our solidarity to all of our comrades in
PSM wishes all the best of your coming public meetings and look forward to hear more actions from Papernas.
Keep up your fighting spirit. We are looking forward to more exchanges and strengthening solidarity among the working class and oppressed people of the region.
Comradely,
Choo Chon Kai
International Bureau
Socialist Party of Malayisa (PSM)
Solidarit message From Nepal Trade Union Federation
5:16 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Dear Agus Priono
We express our solidarity with your struggle against imperialism and
For the just democratic rights of the people.
With regards
Sunil Manandhar
President
23 November 07
Solidarity From Socialist Party Of Malaysia (PSM)
5:15 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Socialist Party of Malaysia (PSM) would like to express our solidarity towards people's gathering " Resolve to Nationalize mining industries" . We are supporting Papernas program of 3 banner, as an serious effort to build a just, democratic and equitable society of
Hope you will have a sucessful assembly and keep on the struggle.
Yours comradely,
Choo Chon Kai
International Bureau
Socialist Party of
Solidarity Message from Christina R. Campoll
5:05 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
May 15, 2007
General Sutanto,
Chief of National Police
Jl. Trunojoyo No. 3
Dear General Sutanto:
I am writing because I am urgently concerned for the safety of law-abiding, non-violent members and associates of all political parties in
I therefore call upon the Government of Indonesia and National Police of the Republic of Indonesia to immediately launch a thorough investigation, including full prosecution of those responsible, before further damage is done to democratic and human rights reputation of the Republic of Indonesia. Additionally, please guarantee that all political organizations in Indonesia are free to voice their views without fearing violence and impunity for groups that may be responsible for attacks.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Christina R. Campoll
Solidarity Message: STOP Attacks on PAPERNAS!
5:01 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Date: Tue, 15 May 2007 18:44:17 -0400
To: kapolri@polri.go.id
To The Honorable General Sutanto:
I am writing to you about the attacks carried out by FPI and others against the activists of PAPERNAS documented by the media in several areas including Yogyakarta,
of the political and human rights of the individual victims and the group as a whole.Furthermore, I am outraged that the Indonesian Government and police force have yet to take any decisive actions to hold people responsible for the clearly illegal violent actions of FPI, GERAK, FAKI and Forum Betawi Rempuk.
As a peace activist in the
Thank you,
Ms. Rayyan Ghuma
Treasurer, Peace Forum
Solidarity Message from Lee Suster
5:00 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Tue, 15 May 2007 19:03:54 -0700 (PDT)
The Honorable General Sutanto
Head of the National Police of the
Dear Sir,
I am writing to you about the attacks carried out by FPI (a right-wing fundamentalist religious group) and others against the activists of PAPERNAS (a political organization in
As a concerned friend, I urge the Government of Indonesia and
National Police of the
- Immediately launch a thorough investigation, including full
prosecution of those responsible, before further damage is done to
democratic and human rights reputation of the
- Guarantee that all political organizations in
voice their views without fearing violence and impunity for groups
that may be responsible for attacks.
behavior. I urge you to halt his injustice immediately.
Thank you,
Lee Sustar
Dismay by the attack on PapernasDismayed by attacks on Paternas
4:49 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
14 may2007
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Dear Katarina,
I am dismayed by reports I have read of recent attempts to disrupt the
activities of the Paternas political party in Indonnesia and the
apparent campaign to prevent that party participating in forthcoming
elections. Such undemocratic practices can only create new social
divisions and deep resentments that will result in further conflicts in
the future.
Yours sincerely,
Dr Martin Mulligan
Senior Researcher
RMIT University
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4:49 AM Posted by National Liberation Party Of Unity (PAPERNAS)
Re: March 29th 2007 attack on PAPERNAS
Responding to the violent and undemocratic measures carried out by the Front of Defender of Islam (FPI) and Front Betawi Rempug (FBR) to prevent the declaration of The National Liberation Party of Unity (PAPERNAS) on March 29th 2007 in Jakarta, we, the New Democratic Youth of Alberta (NDYA), would like to express our moral support for PAPERNAS in light of international solidarity of working class around the world.
The March 29th incident was not the first one, previous violent attacks by similar groups that carry the banner of Islam and anti-communism have been recorded. Weeks before, PAPERNAS Regional Conference in
Therefore, we from the New Democratic Youth of Alberta:
- Condemn the actions of FPI, FBR, and similar groups that use methods of violence and intimidation against PAPERNAS. These groups represent a reaction against the pro-people banner of PAPERNAS.
- Condemn the inability of the Indonesian police and government to protect the democratic rights of its own people, and urge the Indonesian government to investigate and persecute FPI, FBR, and similar groups because their actions were clearly against the law.
- Call for international solidarity of all pro-people elements to unite and fight against all kind of political discrimination.
New Democratic Youth of
Katharine Hay Ben Hart
Co-Chair Co Chair