In Asia, since the Indonesian market experienced a sudden decline since the latter half of 2005 due to a weakening ofconsumer confidence brought on by the rapid rise in fuel prices and interest rates. This was felt at P.T. Indomobil Suzuki International where the production was decreased to 87,000 units (97% compared to the previous year), and lowered sales volume including exports to 85,000 units (95% compared to the revious year). Production startup of the “Swift” at Maruti Udyog Ltd in India led to production volume increasing to 572,000 units (106% compared to the previous year) and sales increasing to 561,000 units (105% compared to the previous year). In particular, the “Swift” was sold 61,200 units (May 2005 through April 2006) in India within one year, which was a record high as the first year sales in India. Also, Pak Suzuki Motor Co., Ltd. in Pakistan achieved a tremendous expansion of production, producing 92,000 units (133% compared to the previous year) and the sales of 92,000 units (135% compared to the previous year).