Indonesian candidates discuss health, education and environment

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Updated July 1, 2009 12:40:40

The fourth debate ahead of Indonesia's presidential election a week from now was held last night.

The debate was moderated by the Chair of the Indonesian Medical Association and focused on health, education and the environment. Taking part were three vice presidential candidates - former central bank governor, Boediono, running with incumbent President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono; and two former generals Prabowo and Wiranto, running on the Megawati and Jusuf Kalla tickets respectively.

Indonesian commentator and former presidential advisor Wimar Witoelar, joins us from Jakarta.

Presenter: Sen Lam
Speakers:Wimar Witoelar, Indonesian commentator and former presidential advisor

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