As Indonesia Recovers, Industry Looks to Squelch Smuggling

BANDUNG, Indonesia – As signs indicate the beginning of an economic recovery in Indonesia, the nation's exporters are likely to face strong competition in the region, especially from the People's Republic of China and Vietnam. Textile exports have declined from $8.2 billion in 2000 to $6.9 billion in 2002 and the domestic manufacturers are facing the onslaught of Chinese's imports...