Bogor, West Java (ANTARA News) - President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono expressed hope that the national leadership transition process in 2014 will take place smoothly and in accordance with the Constitution.

"I hope to enter the political year, legislative and presidential elections safely and peacefully. Hopefully, the national leadership transition will run smoothly and in accordance with the Constitution, as we all expect," he stated here on Tuesday, while launching the national health insurance scheme.

He also conveyed New Year greetings to the Indonesian people, wishing the country better conditions in the coming year.

Among those present in the Bogor event were First Lady Ani Yudhoyono and Vice President Boediono.(*)

Editor: Heru Purwanto
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