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Archive: 15 September 1994

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Tarmizi wants 53% increase in religious affairs budget

Tarmizi wants 53% increase in religious affairs budget JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher says he is looking for a 53 percent increase in his department's budget for next year.Tarmizi told a hearing with the Commission IX of the House of Representatives, yesterday, that he...

One-third of state agricultural firms losing money

One-third of state agricultural firms losing money JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Agriculture Sjarifudin Baharsyah announced yesterday that 12 out of 35 state-owned agricultural companies suffered losses of Rp 30.7 billion (US$14.1 million) in the first quarter of this year.

SBSI supporters demand release of their leader

SBSI supporters demand release of their leader JAKARTA (JP): The government in an unexpected move yesterday agreed to meet with representatives of the outlawed Indonesian Prosperous Workers Union (SBSI) who were demanding the release of their chairman Muchtar Pakpahan.

Most airports in Indonesia inadequate, expert says

Most airports in Indonesia inadequate, expert says JAKARTA (JP): An airline executive warned yesterday that most airports in Indonesia lack adequate facilities, possibly putting airliners, and passengers, in peril.

Islamic center ready in 1994

Islamic center ready in 1994 UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi: The new Islamic Center Mosque which is being built here should be ready by next March, according its chief financier.Gen. (ret.) M. Jusuf, who had the idea of building the mosque, said that the center's building itself will be able to...

Asian and European stock exchanges close mixed

Asian and European stock exchanges close mixed HONG KONG (Agencies): Stock markets closed mixed around Asia yesterday with bigger markets such as Tokyo, Hong Kong and Singapore falling while others such as Manila, Taipei and Sydney rose.

Boost skills of populace: Soeharto

Boost skills of populace: Soeharto JAKARTA (JP): Developing countries can improve their social, political and economic life only if they strive to strengthen the skills of its population, President Soeharto said.

Feisal defends police shooting of criminals

Feisal defends police shooting of criminals JAKARTA (JP): Armed Forces Commander Gen. Feisal Tanjung yesterday said that police officers shot criminals during crime operations to subdue the suspects and not to arbitrarily kill them.

No third party involved in minibus drivers strike

No third party involved in minibus drivers strike JAKARTA (JP): The National Commission on Human Rights said yesterday that last week's transport strike, which paralyzed traffic throughout the city, was a spontaneous action by minibus drivers and not organized by criminal elements.

Malaysia and RI to set up $7.5b power plant project

Malaysia and RI to set up $7.5b power plant project KUALA LUMPUR (UPI): Malaysia and Indonesia will sign a joint venture agreement this weekend to build a US$7.5 billion coal- fired power plant, a company spokesman said yesterday.

PDI removes councilor

PDI removes councilor BANDUNG: The West Java chapter of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) has removed one of its members from the province's legislative assembly because of his "disloyalty" to the chapter's new executive board.Hua Uun Sunarya was relieved of his assembly seat as of Sept.

No 3-in-1 rule on Saturdays

No 3-in-1 rule on Saturdays City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Hindarto is considering doing away with the three-in-one traffic rule on Saturdays as the five- day work week for civil servants takes effect next August.

Indonesia hails Cairo declaration on population

Indonesia hails Cairo declaration on population JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia hailed yesterday the 20-year action plan to curb world population growth contained in the final declaration of the just ended United Nations International Conference on Population in Cairo.

Textile exports may fall short of achieving target

Textile exports may fall short of achieving target JAKARTA (JP): The country's textile exports will most likely fall short of achieving the target of US$7 billion this year because exports during the first quarter of this year declined by 26 percent to US$ 1.

`Kalam' publication goes on despite ban of patron

`Kalam' publication goes on despite ban of patron JAKARTA (JP): The financially troubled Kalam, one of Indonesia's only two literature magazines, is determined to continue publication despite the closure of its patron, Tempo magazine, in June.

Unlawful demolition of city property to be investigated

Unlawful demolition of city property to be investigated JAKARTA (JP): The city administration said yesterday it will investigate reports of unlawful demolition of city property, including school buildings, by the developer of the Taman Rasuna apartment complex in Kuningan, South Jakarta.

Major hike proposed for national sports budget

Major hike proposed for national sports budget JAKARTA (JP): The government has set next year's budget for national sports development at Rp 11 billion (US$4.15 million), almost six times as much as last year's figure of Rp 2 billion.

Agenda of APEC ministerial meeting drafted

Agenda of APEC ministerial meeting draftedBy Meidyatama Suryodiningrat YOGYAKARTA (JP): Senior officials from the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum ended three days of meetings here yesterday by identifying issues to be discussed during November's APEC Ministerial Meeting in Jakarta.

Senen traders protest against intimidation

Senen traders protest against intimidation JAKARTA (JP): Seventeen traders from block I and II of Senen Market in Central Jakarta went to the City Council on Tuesday in protest of the lease from PT Pembangunan Jaya and alleged threats made by the management of the company.

Flaws in understanding role of religion in Pancasila?

Flaws in understanding role of religion in Pancasila?By J. Soedjati Djiwandono JAKARTA (JP): Recent events show certain fundamental flaws in understanding religion as related to Pancasila. Unless corrected once and for all, these flaws may seriously alter the future of the nation.

Riyama's killer gets 18 years imprisonment

Riyama's killer gets 18 years imprisonment JAKARTA (JP): North Jakarta District Court sentenced Goenadi Tjahyo Wargo to 18 years imprisonment yesterday for killing Dr. Riyama Yawoga, a general practitioner, in January.

Malaysia's Sikap, RI's Bukaka sign power deal

Malaysia's Sikap, RI's Bukaka sign power deal KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's Sikap Power Management Services Sdn. Bhd. and Indonesia's PT Bukaka Teknik Utama are to sign a deal to build a coal-fired power plant and a regional power grid at a cost of nearly US$10 billion, a report said yesterday.

Fire destroys Hero supermarket in Mampang

Fire destroys Hero supermarket in Mampang JAKARTA (JP): A fire believed to have started in a cool storage area razed the Hero supermarket on Jl. Mampang Prapatan, South Jakarta, in the wee hours of yesterday.

Gerson Poyk to read stories

Gerson Poyk to read stories JAKARTA (JP): Writer Gerson Poyk is scheduled to read his short stories at the cultural center Taman Ismail Marzuki, Central Jakarta on Sept.22.The short-story reading, featuring around four of Poyk's realist-naturalist stories dated 1970s to 1990s, will focus on Poyk's...

RCTI's scholarships

RCTI's scholarshipsFrom NeracaRCTI television has done the right thing in providing scholarships for teachers' children who are high achievers in their schools. This can be a good example to other private institutions.Many low-rank employees such as office cleaners, security guards, couriers etc.

Japanese investments rise in Malaysia amid new economies

Japanese investments rise in Malaysia amid new economies KUALA LUMPUR (UPI): Japanese investments in Malaysia have been on the rise since early this year, despite the emergence of new potential powerhouse economies such as China and Vietnam.

Furnifair'94 to be `trendy'

Furnifair'94 to be `trendy' More than 100 furniture and handicraft companies will display their products in the Furnifair'94 which will be held at the Jakarta Fair grounds in Kemayoran from, Dec. 9 to 18.

Private radios to help UI

Private radios to help UI M. Taufik -- the head of the Jakarta chapter of the Indonesian association of private radio broadcasters -- said yesterday that the radio broadcasting business in Jakarta still needs well- trained people with university degrees.

Police burn marijuana plants

Police burn marijuana plants MEDAN, North Sumatra: Police on Tuesday burnt 341 marijuana plants they stumbled upon recently in Tanah Karo region. The plants weighed 300 kilograms.Three men, all in their 30s, who were believed to be the owners of the marijuana field have been arrested, according to...

Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta:Music * 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 12:30 a.m.

Private rivals trim Indian Airlines wings

Private rivals trim Indian Airlines wingsBy Rahul Sharma NEW DELHI (Reuter): Indian Airlines (IA), India's biggest airline, is canceling flights because it doesn't have pilots to fly the aircraft.Last month, in a major exodus, 24 pilots flying the state- owned largely domestic Indian Airlines (IA)...

Sahid sets up hotel management subsidiary

Sahid sets up hotel management subsidiary JAKARTA (JP): The Sahid Group has established a hotel management and consulting subsidiary that will offer services both domestically and overseas.The group's chairman, Sukamdani Sahid Gitosardjono, yesterday installed the executives of the new company,...

Yayuk upsets Sabatini in exhibition

Yayuk upsets Sabatini in exhibition JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian number one Yayuk Basuki edged ahead in her two-match exhibition series with Argentina's Gabriela Sabatini by posting a routine 6-2, 6-2 victory at the Kemayoran Tennis Center last night.

Trucks bring pollution

Trucks bring pollutionFrom PelitaWe, the residents of Central Depok II, are concerned over the degradation of our environment caused by the heavy trucks laden with soil and concrete rubble passing through in our area.

Security in Aceh, E. Timor restored

Security in Aceh, E. Timor restored JAKARTA (JP): Despite the latent threats of separatist groups, security in the troubled provinces of Aceh, Irian Jaya and East Timor has been gradually strengthened, Armed Forces (ABRI) Commander Gen. Feisal Tanjung said yesterday.

Five day week

Five day weekFrom PelitaA number of ministries have started to apply the new five-day working week with varying time schedules. Some offices start at 7.00 a.m. and finish at 3.00 p.m. Other ministries open at 8.00 a.m. and close at 4.30 p.m., except on Fridays when they close at 5.00 p.m.

Name boards in stations

Name boards in stationsFrom KompasMuch progress has been made by the railway company so far, but there is still much room for improvement. Now, a passenger must remember the station where he or she is supposed to get off or they will miss their stop.

Mahathir, Soeharto likely to discuss APEC issues

Mahathir, Soeharto likely to discuss APEC issues JAKARTA (JP): The leadership meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum is likely to be discussed when Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohammad meets with President Soeharto this weekend, an official says.

Stock Exchange

Stock Exchange JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) were mostly steady at yesterday's close.The broader-based Composite Index, which fell for three consecutive days, posted a 4.6-point increase to close at 520.31 yesterday from 515.70 on Tuesday.

Letter of recommendation

Letter of recommendationFrom Forum KeadilanLaksamana Sukardi's article in Forum Keadilan No. 7, Year III, invites comment. Laksamana said that although a letter of recommendation is given to a criminal or corruptor the author of such a letter cannot be sued because there is no article in the...

Korea shuns RI plywood

Korea shuns RI plywood As one of Indonesia's biggest plywood importers and stockist in South Korea, it is a great pity for me to observe that many importers and distributors in my country have now shunned Indonesian plywood due to the uncertainty in trading procedures imposed by the Indonesian Wood...

Malaysia, Russia work for rubber recycling

Malaysia, Russia work for rubber recycling KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysian and Russian scientists said yesterday they had created a rubber-based compound that can recycle vulcanized rubber like car tires.Malaysia's B.C.

`Tempo' photojournalists exhibit work at Antara gallery

`Tempo' photojournalists exhibit work at Antara galleryBy Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): Works by four Tempo photographers are currently on exhibit at the Antara Photojournalistic Gallery in Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta.

Garuda back to Fokker-28 for new domestic routes

Garuda back to Fokker-28 for new domestic routes JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned airline Garuda Indonesia will soon resume operating its aging Fokker-28 aircraft to serve new domestic routes being prepared by the government.

Research results

Research resultsFrom Bisnis IndonesiaHundreds or perhaps thousands of pieces of research have been conducted in Indonesia. The research may have been conducted by research institutions or independent organizations. Many of the research results can be followed up.

555 Subaru races for title at Rally Australia

555 Subaru races for title at Rally Australia PERTH, West Australia (Agencies): The 555 Subaru World Rally Team will have a strong presence at the 1994 Telecom Rally Australia as it pursues the Asia Pacific Manufacturer and Drivers' titles.

TV Today

TV TodayTVRI 2:30 p.m. TV Series: Tarzan 3:05 Children's Creativity 3:30 TV Series: Gunsmoke 4:30 Sports discussion: Stamina 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Arabic Lessons 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:25 Koran Recital 6:35 Religious Teachings: Islam 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV...

Private enterprise

Private enterprise The firm measure taken by Minister of Forestry Djamaludin Suryohadikusumo to organize the forestry industry has been widely talked about. As reported earlier, the measure has also raised questions, as well as some anxiety, concerning the possibility that a new policy towards...

South Korea has brilliant start, beating Thais 3-1

South Korea has brilliant start, beating Thais 3-1 JAKARTA (JP): South Korea marked its first step into the Asian youth under-19 soccer championship by smashing Thailand 3-1 yesterday.The zeal was already felt when Park Sung-bae hit inside Thailand's net in the 5th minute, followed by many...

Japan pardons Asian Games supremo over Taiwan row

Japan pardons Asian Games supremo over Taiwan row TOKYO (AFP): The Japanese Olympic committee backed down yesterday from threats to withdraw support for Asian sport supremo Sheikh Ahmad al-Fahad for inviting Taiwan's president to the Asian Games.

Thailand reopens access to Mons

Thailand reopens access to Mons BANGKOK (AFP): The Thai authorities are scheduled to reopen today a frontier access to 6,000 Myanmarese Mon refugees who were forced back into their country by Thai security forces last week, police said.

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