Archive: 27 April 1994
40 articles found
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Officials probe hunger strike by boat people
Officials probe hunger strike by boat people JAKARTA (JP): The United Nations High Commissioner on Refugees (UNHCR) and Government officials left for Galang island in Riau yesterday to try and put an end to hunger strikes by over 500 Vietnamese boat people. Between 500 to 1,000 Vietnamese have gone on hunger strikes since Thursday to protest talks on their planned repatriation during a meeting between President Soeharto and visiting Vietnamese President Le Duc Anh here today.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Improving accountability
Improving accountability The cloud thrown over the Indonesian banking industry by the US$436 million loan scandal at the state-owned Development Bank of Indonesia (Bapindo) may have a silver lining after all; Thursday, the central bank (Bank Indonesia) signed two cooperation agreements aimed at improving the accountability and internal auditing of banks.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia still attractive for foreign investment
Indonesia still attractive for foreign investment JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia has the potential to become the most attractive country for foreign investment, said Chairman of Harvest International Inc. Harvey Goldstein. Goldstein told a two-day seminar on joint ventures, which ended yesterday, that Indonesia's single-digit inflation and 18 major deregulation policy packages released since 1982 offer advantages to foreign investors.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Why green passports?
Why green passports? Many Indonesian would-be haj pilgrims, who were using green passports, were arrested by the Saudi Arabian government and were even reportedly placed in jail. They were found guilty of using green passports, which means that they participated in the pilgrimage through illegal channels. (The government-sponsored pilgrims use brown passports.) We believe that Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher will be able to settle this case without causing any trouble.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Better safety for
Better safety for Jakarta's trains The state-owned railway company is replacing the hand-operated signal points at major railway stations in the greater Jakarta area with computerized signal systems in order to improve operational safety.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yayuk beats compatriot Natalia
Yayuk beats compatriot Natalia JAKARTA (JP): Home favorite Yayuk Basuki delighted her public with a 6-2, 6-1 warm-up victory over compatriot Natalia Soetrisno in their opening round match of the Indonesia Open women's tennis championships here yesterday. Defending champion Yayuk, despite a number of unforced errors, regained her confidence to blow out her junior with eight ballistic aces and thunderous forehand strokes in the 45-minute match which seemed like a strict tennis clinic for Natalia.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia urged to respond effectively to people's needs
Indonesia urged to respond effectively to people's needs JAKARTA (JP): A group of Indonesian and foreign non- governmental organizations (NGO) has urged the government to pay more attention to the needs of the people, saying the government should not merely concern itself with the management of economic development.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN At A Glance
ASEAN At A Glance Fisherman shot dead in RI waters SINGAPORE (AFP): A Singapore fisherman was shot dead after the trawler he was on was fired upon after entering Indonesian waters two days ago, a police spokeswoman said yesterday. The spokeswoman said some members of the trawler's crew were also injured in the incident on Sunday night but declined to give details.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Custom office attacked for port corruption
Custom office attacked for port corruption JAKARTA (JP): Customs officials are again causing unnecessary delays and costs at Indonesia's main ports, claim surveying companies and importers. "The delay in port clearing time in March reached a 'crazy' level," Amirudin Saud, the chairman of the Indonesian Importers' Association (GINSI), told The Jakarta Post yesterday. "Earlier this morning I personally encountered a case of customs officials collecting illegal fees," he said.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
New suspects in Bapindo investigation
New suspects in Bapindo investigation JAKARTA (JP): The Attorney General's office is apparently exploring the possibility that four more executives of Bank Pembangunan Indonesia (Bapindo) were involved in the scam that has cost the bank Rp 1.3 trillion ($620 million).
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN businessmen suggest establishment of regional development
ASEAN businessmen suggest establishment of regional development bank JAKARTA (JP): The ASEAN Business Forum, grouping business executives of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has proposed the establishment of a regional development bank.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
`Primadosa' author makes first legal move against government
`Primadosa' author makes first legal move against government JAKARTA (JP): Wimanjaya K. Liotohe, who is under police investigation for his book that many found insulting to President Soeharto, has confronted the authorities on the legal front by filing a lawsuit against the government for banning his book. The Jakarta State Administrative Court yesterday opened the first hearing on Wimanjaya's complaint against Attorney General Singgih for the ban of Primadosa (Prime Sins).
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Rais confirms reports on city hall plan to add buses
Rais confirms reports on city hall plan to add buses JAKARTA (JP): Deputy Governor on Economy and Development Tb. M. Rais yesterday confirmed reports that the city plans to add 1000 wide-bodied buses to meet the growing demand for public transportation. Rais said the new fleet will only ply main thoroughfares and will supplant the medium-sized buses on those routes. "Next time, the main thoroughfares such as Jl. MH Thamrin and Jl.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tifico estimates loss at Rp 15 billion
Tifico estimates loss at Rp 15 billion JAKARTA (JP): PT Teijin Indonesia Fiber Corporation (PT Tifico) which lost Rp 6.6 billion (US$3 million) in the second half of last year is projected to suffer another loss of Rp 15 billion within the first six months of this year.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Businessmen want to invest in Vietnam
Businessmen want to invest in Vietnam JAKARTA (JP): Many Indonesian businessmen are interested in investing in Vietnam, which is regarded as an emerging country in Southeast Asia, Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) Aburizal Bakrie said.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, April 27
Where to go in Jakarta, April 27 Jangan hapus: Dai-ichi Hotel, JAMZ Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN adopts green plan to cope with free trade area
ASEAN adopts green plan to cope with free trade area BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (AFP): Southeast Asia's booming economies adopted yesterday a "green" plan to cope with increased investments and trade arising from their move to set up a free trade area, officials said yesterday. Under the five-year plan, the six-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) would integrate sound environment policies with the ambitious objectives of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), they said.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Saudi Arabia denies deportation plans
Saudi Arabia denies deportation plans JAKARTA (JP): Saudi Arabia Ambassador Abdullah Abdulrahman Alim gave assurances yesterday that his government will not arrest or deport Indonesians planning to perform the haj pilgrimage, whether they have been officially approved or not. "I want to calm the people and dispel any lingering doubts. The Saudi Arabia Kingdom has never and will not deport any pilgrims," Abdullah told reporters.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian ban on British firms hits Russian MiGs
Malaysian ban on British firms hits Russian MiGs KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysia's ban on buying British products or services has found an unlikely victim -- the Russians, who are selling 18 MiG-29 fighter-jets to the government, industry sources said yesterday. Russia needs to replace some power equipment on the fighters with British-made parts to meet Malaysian specifications, but cannot because of Malaysia's ban on government contracts with British firms, the sources said.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Perumnas investigated for selling out public lands
Perumnas investigated for selling out public lands JAKARTA (JP): The City Housing Company, Perumnas, will be held responsible if it is proved to have transferred its ownership of the 14-hectare tract of land in Pondok Kopi, East Jakarta, to PT Nusa Persada, which has developed the land into a housing complex for middle-class people called the Malaka Country Estate.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Vietnam President lobbies to join ASEAN
Vietnam President lobbies to join ASEAN JAKARTA (JP): Vietnamese President Le Duc Anh yesterday campaigned President Soeharto to ensure the speedy inclusion of his country into the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN). "Vietnam is making great efforts to prepare so as to be able to become a full member of ASEAN," Anh said during a banquet at the State Palace last night.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Legend leaves legacy of anti-liberalism
Legend leaves legacy of anti-liberalism By Soetjipto Wirosardjono JAKARTA (JP): If there is a value worth preserving in a change from traditional to modern society it is the maintenance of harmony with nature. Traditional belief systems hold that everything has been created by God to build a harmonious life among natural beings. The goal of individual and social life is to have everything set in order, at its proper balance and in due harmony.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bukaka and two Malaysian firms start ambitious power project
Bukaka and two Malaysian firms start ambitious power project JAKARTA (JP): Bukaka Teknik Utama, an Indonesian engineering company, along with two Malaysian companies will embark on an ambitious plan to set up a coal-fired power station in Bukit Asam, South Sumatra. This power station is expected to meet the high demands for power in Sumatra and Java, and to export power into the Malaysian peninsula.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Seven hardcore criminals arrested at Bongkaran
Seven hardcore criminals arrested at Bongkaran JAKARTA (JP): The personnel of Operation Cleansing captured another seven criminals in a raid on their hideouts in the Tanah Abang district, Central Jakarta, red-light district, bringing to 669 people to have been netted in the army sponsored anti-crime operation. "They are hardcore criminals, who are among those targeted by the operation," Lt. Col. Didi Supandi, spokesman for the Jakarta military command, told reporters yesterday.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Your Letter
Your Letter Meetings don't solve crimes From Media Indonesia We often hear that the government officials, from the low to the top ranks, are holding a meeting to discuss the latest problems, such as how to wipe out criminals. Usually, the meetings last for about three days and the participants are accompanied by their wives.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Violence not answer to labor rifts
Violence not answer to labor rifts JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday highlighted the need for workers and managements to negotiate disputes and avoid resorting to violence. Commenting on the racially-tinged labor unrest in Medan, North Sumatra, last week, the President urged all companies to respect workers' rights by paying them the minimum wage and allowing them to set up shop level unions.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Strikes at two factories in Pulo Gadung
Strikes at two factories in Pulo Gadung JAKARTA (JP): More than one thousand workers from two companies operating in the Pulo Gadung industrial estate, East Jakarta, went on strike yesterday, demanding higher wages and the signing of a collective labor agreement. Most of the 900 women working for PT Young Indonesia Textile company, a producer of cotton, were on strike for a second day.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Government to ease foreign investment restriction
Government to ease foreign investment restriction JAKARTA (JP): The government, trying to grapple with the drop in foreign capital inflows, plans to ease restrictions on foreign portfolio and direct investment.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/2/across
JP/2/across Across the Archipelago Protest barred in East Timor DILI, East Timor: The military will not tolerate any demonstration and will punish all who cause instability in the territory, Major Ladean Simbolon of the local military command announced yesterday. Simbolon issued his statement in response to rumors that demonstrations are in the offing against the replacement of Armindo Hariano Soares as assistant to Governor Abilio Jose Osorio Soares.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Li Peng draws
Li Peng draws Kazakhstan protest ALMA-ATA (Reuter): Premier Li Peng drew the first open protest of his landmark tour of Central Asia and Kazakhstan yesterday, as activists slammed China's nuclear tests near this region's border. Earlier, Premier Li signed an historic accord delineating a 1,700 km (1,050 mile) border between China and Kazakhstan. Li also granted the former Soviet republic a 50 million Yuan credit.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
ILO Deputy Director to celebrate 75th anniversary here
ILO Deputy Director to celebrate 75th anniversary here JAKARTA (JP): The Deputy Director of the International Labor Organization (ILO), Heribert Maier, will arrive here on Sunday to begin a five-day visit to commemorate the organization's 75th anniversary. Maier's visit will be highlighted by a reception with Indonesia's Minister of Manpower, Abdul Latief, on May 3.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police, relatives still in the dark about Beng Seng's murder
Police, relatives still in the dark about Beng Seng's murder JAKARTA (JP): Both the police and relatives of Nyo Beng Seng, the entertainment businessman who was killed by masked hit men recently, are still in the dark about the murder. Beng Seng's relatives have insisted they know nothing about the suspected murderers' identities, while police in the Penjaringan subprecinct have said there has been no progress in their investigation.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC needs to identify trade, investment barriers
APEC needs to identify trade, investment barriers JAKARTA (JP): The working group on small and medium sized enterprises within the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum yesterday ended its two-day meeting with recommendations for intensive study of trade and investment barriers in the region.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Batik factory
Batik factory relocation goes on The South Jakarta mayoralty administration said it sticks to its plan to relocate 182 batik factories in Setiabudi area despite objection from their owners. Ramal Partawidjaya, the head of South Jakarta Law and Order Bureau, said Tuesday that 10 of factories operating in the area have already changed their businesses while three biggest factories in the area have been given time to relocate their factories to areas outside Jakarta until March next year.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices fell again yesterday, continuing a
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices fell again yesterday, continuing a voyage to the center of the earth on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX). The broad-based Composite Index closed lower at 454.32 from 454.40 on Monday. The narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index fell to 105.98 from 107.97. A broker said the Composite Index was revised with the listing of 28.82 million shares of Bunas Finance and 27 million shares of Dharmala Sakti Sejahtera.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Project Motivation, a wheelchair for everyone
Project Motivation, a wheelchair for everyone By Martina Tobing JAKARTA (JP): Let's say a disability has confined you to a wheelchair for life. You must go shopping for one. But where to go and what kind to get? Western society has a large range of choices -- for a price. For anywhere between US$800 to $3,000 you can satisfy your physical, functional and esthetic needs. What will it be: a standard chair with removable armrests and swing-away, elevating legrests?
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Chartered plane crashes in Kalimantan mountain
Chartered plane crashes in Kalimantan mountain JAKARTA (JP): Search and Rescue (SAR) workers struggled yesterday to locate 10 people whose small chartered airplane crashed into a mountain in West Kalimantan in adverse weather on Monday. The authorities have spotted the two-engine Britten Norman plane on Mt. Saran about 500 kilometers east of Pontianak, West Kalimantan's capital.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Young swimmer breaks shameful record
Young swimmer breaks shameful record JAKARTA (JP): National women's swimmer Catherine Surya has been banned two years from any competition for using steroids in last year's National Games (PON), but is set for an overseas training session in Australia. The penalty imposed on Catherine by the Indonesian Swimming Association (PRSI) has been valid since September of last year. Catherine won seven gold medals and holds five national records during the PON.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesians buy Australian apartments
Indonesians buy Australian apartments JAKARTA (JP): Twenty-one Indonesians bought units in a soon to be built Australian apartment building last week amidst concern that a large amount of foreign exchange have left the country.
Wed, 27 Apr 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indosepamas profit rises
Indosepamas profit rises JAKARTA (JP): PT Indosepamas Anggun, the manufacturer and exporter of Reebok and Adidas sports shoes, has reported a 230 percent increase in its consolidated after-tax profit to Rp 14.2 billion (US$6.6 million) in 1993 from Rp 4.3 billion the previous year. The company's president, Franciscus Welirang, said yesterday that the company's earnings per share increased substantially to Rp 835 last year from Rp 269 in 1992.