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Article: SUHARTO SAYS HE'LL QUIT -BUT ONLY AFTER REFORMS.(News)

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May 19, 1998
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Embattled President Suharto, succumbing to the worst unrest in three decades, said today he would relinquish power after reshuffling his Cabinet and holding general elections.

In a national televised address, Suharto rejected calls for his immediate resignation and said he would stay in power to prepare the nation of 200 million people for a new political era, including elections for a new Parliament.

But he gave no specific time for the election or his leaving office but said: ``I will not be prepared to be elected any more.''

Looking relaxed and confident the 76-year-old president said repeatedly he would have ``no problem'' resigning - but ...

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