abstract:The Laksamana (Jawi: لقسامان) is a position within the armed forces, similar to the position of admiral in Malay people sultanates and in present-day countries like Malaysia and Indonesia. The word Laksamana originated from Lakshmana, a figure in the Hindu epic of Ramayana.
His colleague Laksamana Sukardi--a former banker named to head the Ministry of Investment and State Enterprises-- wins praise for his market-friendly philosophies more than any concrete macroeconomic credentials.
In putting together her administration, Miss Megawati has a few good economic heads to rely on from within her own party, including Laksamana Sukardi, sacked by Mr Wahid.