World Council of Churches Calls On Indo Govt. (Megawati) To Take Ambon Violence Seriously

(ICC) The WCC voiced dismay and concern about the reports coming out of the Malukus. “Your Excellency will appreciate that it is the responsibility of the Government of Indonesia to maintain law and order and to provide security to the people in the country, particularly in a region like the Malukus where inter-religious tensions run high. The World Council of Churches (asks) that the Indonesian Government take immediate steps to put an end to the violence in the Malukus. The Government should also encourage and support peace-building efforts of churches and civil society groups that are endeavoring to promote inter-religious harmony in the region.