One was respected investment and state-enterprises chief Laksamana Sukardi, a member of Megawati's party.

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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.

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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.

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