Archive: 1 July 1995
53 articles found
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Australia wins legal battle over Timor Gap
Australia wins legal battle over Timor Gap THE HAGUE (Reuter): The International Court of Justice yesterday ruled in Australia's favor in a dispute with Portugal over offshore oil exploration in the Timor Gap. The UN court rejected Portugal's challenge to a 1989 oil treaty between Australia and Indonesia which Lisbon said had violated East Timor's right of self-determination. The court said it lacked jurisdiction to rule on the merits of Portugal's case.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Ciputra Development to distribute dividends
Ciputra Development to distribute dividends JAKARTA (JP): PT Ciputra Development, a property developer whose net profit surged by 3,775 percent last year, announced that it will distribute Rp 22.5 billion (US$10 million), or 22 percent, of its profit as dividends to its shareholders. After an annual meeting of the company's shareholders yesterday, Harun Hajadi reported that shareholders will have the right to get Rp 89 for each share.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
KL liberalizes cement imports to ease shortage
KL liberalizes cement imports to ease shortage KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia has liberalized cement imports to overcome an increasingly acute shortage of the building material, officials and reports said yesterday. Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Abu Hassan Omar said the cabinet decided on Wednesday to issue licenses allowing import of cement for up to five years after being convinced of the seriousness of the cement crisis.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia's sets two-tier broking commissions
Malaysia's sets two-tier broking commissions KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's stock exchange yesterday announced a two-tiered broker-to-broker commissions that will slash margins for foreign brokers dealing in Malaysian shares from abroad. The Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange fixed the rate following the Malaysian government's announcement last week of a graduated and regressive commission rate that from Monday will cut broking commissions of local brokers. "It (the new rate) looks quite bad.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Prepare for failure of contraceptives: Expert
Prepare for failure of contraceptives: Expert JAKARTA (JP): A family planning consultant called for better public education on the use of contraceptives, especially regarding the possibility of failures. "We have always said that (family planning) is a human effort, and cannot be guaranteed 100 percent," said Ieda Purnomo Sigit Sidi, also a noted psychologist. If a contraceptive fails, she said, women should be educated enough to help them face an unplanned pregnancy.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Bakrie raises $27m loan
Bakrie raises $27m loan JAKARTA (JP): The publicly-listed PT Bakrie Sumatra Plantations yesterday raised a syndicated revolving credit of US$27 million arranged by the Singapore branch of HSBC Investment Bank Asia Ltd. of Hong Kong. A. Hanif Bakri, president of Bakrie Sumatra, said after signing an agreement on the syndicated facility that $22 million of the total fund would be used to finance its palm oil plantation development and the rest to repay its short-term bank borrowing.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
ABRI neutrality in elections queried
ABRI neutrality in elections queried SEMARANG, Central Java (JP): Political scientists and other observers are questioning whether the Armed Forces (ABRI) can maintain neutrality in the coming elections, given their traditional patronage of the ruling Golkar political grouping. Purwoko, a political scientist at Diponegoro University in Semarang, said he doubted that ABRI could become impartial, in spite of the general public's wish that it not take sides.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Church Services
Church Services * Catholic Church, University of Atmajaya, Jl. Jend. Sudirman: Saturday 5:30 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m., 10:30 p.m. (with songs) and 5:30 p.m. * First Church of Christ, Scientist, Jl. Teuku Cik Ditiro 48, Menteng, Central Jakarta: Services on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. (in Indonesian) and 8 a.m. (in English). * All Saints' Anglican Church (opposite The Aryaduta Jakarta), Jl. Arif Rahman Hakim No. 5, Central Jakarta: Services on Sunday at 7:30 a.m., 9:00 a.m. ; at G.K.I. Pondok Indah at 6 p.m.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Ancol reclamation plan sparks controversy
Ancol reclamation plan sparks controversy JAKARTA (JP): The United Development Party (PPP) has criticized the city administration for approving an exclusive environment impact analysis (Amdal) for the Ancol reclamation plan. Faction chief Lukman Mokoginta told reporters yesterday that a 1993 city administration regulation requires an integrated Amdal report for the reclamation of the north coast.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Music * The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Bonauli vocal group, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Lost Morenitos, Monday Thursday and Sunday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Los Paraguas, Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. - Ambassador Lounge: Boece & Ayu (pianist and singer), Tuesday to Saturday, from 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jakarta String Fantasy Trio, Monday to Saturday from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Cooperative bank overhauls management
Cooperative bank overhauls management JAKARTA (JP): Bank Bukopin, the country's only cooperative bank, yesterday overhauled its management after its president resigned. In a meeting here, the bank's shareholder promoted Indra Kesuma, the bank's former credit director, as its new president, replacing Muchtar Mandala, who was appointed as new president of the publicly-listed Bank Duta.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Limited-passenger buses
Limited-passenger buses From Berita Buana Companies providing limited-passenger bus services are supposed to ensure that the number of passengers on their buses does not exceed the number of seats and that fewer stops are made. One such company charges Rp 550 for a ride, while another charges Rp 600 irrespective of the journey's distance. In practice these buses are always overcrowded. A few years back, the regulations were strictly observed.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Nusantara Kraton Festival begins today
Nusantara Kraton Festival begins today SURAKARTA, Central Java (JP): A great procession of men dressed as traditional soldiers from ancient palaces across the country will kick off the week-long Nusantara Kraton Festival today. Coordinating Minister for Industry and Trade Hartarto will open the event at the Kasunanan (Royal Palace) of Surakarta this afternoon.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Best-of-five method for Malaysia Open
Best-of-five method for Malaysia Open JAKARTA (JP): Badminton will undergo a crucial change when it tries out the popular best-of-five system during the Malaysia Open in Kuala Lumpur next week, with promoters trying to make the sport more attractive. Punch Gunalan of the Badminton Association of Malaysia said on Thursday that the new system would take a game less time than the current best-of-three, Bernama reported.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Education for sale
Education for sale From Neraca As parents we are very concerned with the condition of education as widely reported in the media. Reports say that final exam marks have become a commodity. It's quite understandable that all parents want their children to study in the best schools or universities, especially when an education in this country is so costly. But I cannot help wondering why some teachers would accept money in exchange for better examination marks.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
New mode of deceit
New mode of deceit Nowadays, drivers in Jakarta must beware of hoodlums who intentionally knock themselves into the sides of passing cars. This trick is played most often upon drivers moving slow in heavy traffic or those kind hearted persons who drive slow to avoid danger. What follows is often the hoodlum rolling on the ground feigning deep agony while screaming aduh, aduuh (ouch-ow-ow).
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Toshiba to produce TV sets in Indonesia
Toshiba to produce TV sets in Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): Toshiba Corporation of Japan and Toshiba Singapore Pte. Ltd. will together establish a new company near here to produce color television sets to meet the increasing demand on the global market.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Washington names new envoy for Indonesia
Washington names new envoy for Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): The United States' Ambassador to China, J. Stapleton Roy, has been nominated as a possible replacement for Robert L. Barry as the American ambassador to Indonesia. The United States Information Service here said in a statement yesterday said that President Bill Clinton had officially made the announcement in Washington on Wednesday.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Public asked to fight gambling
Public asked to fight gambling JAKARTA (JP): Police in Bogor are intensifying their battle against gambling and appealing to the public to take an active part. Bogor police chief Col. Syahroeddin ZP said yesterday that the residents should report to the police any time they see gambling activities in their neighborhoods. "Residents can raid the gambling place or just report the illegal activity to the nearest police station," he told reporters.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Demolition in Rawamangun
Demolition in Rawamangun JAKARTA (JP): Residents of Rawamangun district, East Jakarta, are demanding that the East Jakarta mayoralty provide them with their compensation before they demolish their houses in the very near future. The residents claimed yesterday that they have been living in the location for many years and some have lived there even "longer than the small river that runs through the housing complex".
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
More clues found in Marsinah murder probe
More clues found in Marsinah murder probe JAKARTA (JP): Police have collected several more clues in their investigation of the murder of labor activist Marsinah, although they say it may take them some considerable time to pin down the murderer or murderers. Having announced last week that they had identified two or three new suspects, police now say they have found blood traces at a military post; a discovery that could open up a new frontier in their investigation.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Muhammadiyah prepares for congress
Muhammadiyah prepares for congress By Santi WE Soekanto and Wisnu Pramudya JAKARTA (JP): Leading members of Muhammadiyah will gather tomorrow in Banda Aceh to prepare for their 43rd congress, bracing themselves to face a host of issues more important than the recent hullabaloo about who's going to be next chairman.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Executives of 'arisan' firm to be tried soon
Executives of 'arisan' firm to be tried soon JAKARTA (JP): Executives of PT Saptamitra Ekakarya, the company which ran the controversial Danasonic arisan savings chain scheme will soon stand trial on charges of fraud and forgery. "We have been informed by prosecutors that the dossiers from the police are adequate and that we don't have to summons any more witnesses or collect any more evidence," head of the economic crime unit of the city police, Lt. Col.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Force 5 Danguard Ace 3:05 Sports: Dunhill League (live) 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Science Film 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Jazz 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Variety Program: Dianrana 8:05 TV Drama: Hati Yang Mendua 9:00 World News 9:30 Music 10:25 Film 10:55 Late News 11:05 Film (continued) Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Salim Group upset about constraints
Salim Group upset about constraints JAKARTA (JP): Sudwikatmono, a key executive of the Salim Group, the country's most influential business conglomerate, expressed concern yesterday over increased government control of the expansion of large businesses. He said that the government's policy of seeking to slow the expansion of companies with a market share of more than 50 percent was counterproductive.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Int'l works showed at Istiqlal festival
Int'l works showed at Istiqlal festival JAKARTA (JP): The Second International Istiqlal Festival on Islamic culture opening in September will exhibit over 200 traditional and contemporary Islamic works of art from various countries. Exhibition organizing committee chairman Achmad Noe'man said Thursday that Indonesia, as the host of the Festival, will display 150 works, Malaysia 30 and other Islamic countries 40.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Stainless steel demand, investments increase in Asia
Stainless steel demand, investments increase in Asia SINGAPORE (AFP): Asia's consumption of stainless steel is poised to expand more than 50 percent to six million tons a year between now and 2000 as demand increases for products ranging from cars to cutlery, an expert said.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Minister defends private operators at T. Priok port
Minister defends private operators at T. Priok port JAKARTA (JP): Despite complaints from port users, Minister of Transportation Haryanto Dhanutirto insisted yesterday that privately-owned terminal operators were necessary to ensure a smooth flow of cargo at the city's Tanjung Priok port. "Because terminal operators consist mostly of small and medium-scale companies, we must give them a chance to improve.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Govt to allow Yamdena logging, despite protests
Govt to allow Yamdena logging, despite protests JAKARTA (JP): The government will not resile from its decision to permit state-run forestry company PT Inhutani I and privately- owned PT Mohtra Agung Persada to exploit forest concessions in Yamdena, Maluku, despite protests from the Association of Tanimbar Intellectuals and local people. Minister of Forestry Djamaludin Suryohadikusumo told a press conference at his office here yesterday that he would not change his decision on Yamdena.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Disney prefers out-of-court settlements
Disney prefers out-of-court settlements JAKARTA (JP): The Walt Disney company is choosing to use the out-of-court approach in its fight against piracy of its products in Indonesia, its local representative said yesterday. Director of Walt Disney consumer products in Indonesia, Scott Edmonds, told reporters that the company prefers to talk to the counterfeiters, ask them to make a public apology in newspapers, and sign a statement to not do it again, rather than bring them to court.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Thais with AIDS sent home
Thais with AIDS sent home JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: The head of the local health office says 50 Thai nationals who had been working in the fishing industry have been sent home after they tested positive for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Slamet Hadisunarno said that the 50 Thais had already spread the virus, which causes AIDS, to the local people. They had to be deported to prevent further damage, he said.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Disney show in three malls
Disney show in three malls JAKARTA (JP): The Walt Disney company is presenting a free live show of its characters titled "The Magic Continues" in three malls throughout the city from June 30 to July 19. The show will present songs and characters from such famous movies as Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Lion King and Pocahontas. Children will also have a chance to meet and greet the characters after the show.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Yogya hosts world motocross race
Yogya hosts world motocross race JAKARTA (JP): Yogyakarta, Indonesia's renowned tourists destination, is preparing to welcome rare foreign guests at the end of July when it plays host to the world motocross championships. Indonesia, winning its bid for the world motocross series for the first time, after four years of struggle, has chosen the sultanate town for hosting the world's best crossers in the 125cc division, on July 29 and July 30.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Hundreds strike against rector
Hundreds strike against rector SALATIGA, Central Java (JP): Around 500 students and a number of teachers at the rift-ridden Satya Wacana University staged a demonstration yesterday to demand the resignation of Rector John JOI Ihalauw. "Go away greedy Rector. Return my democracy," the students yelled.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
New secretary at crime investigation office
New secretary at crime investigation office JAKARTA (JP): City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Dibyo Widodo installed Lt. Col. Edi Darnadi, 44, as the new secretary of the city police crime investigation directorate yesterday, replacing Lt. Col. M.D. Primanto. Edi is a former head of the economic crime section of the directorate. In a speech, Jakarta Crime Investigation Directorate chief Col.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Progressive tax confusing
Progressive tax confusing From Bisnis Indonesia I still need some clarification about the system of progressive tax imposed on those who own more than one vehicle. What happens if, for example, I sell one of my cars but the buyer does not registered the change of ownership, then I buy a new car? Do I have to pay the tax according to the progressive rating? If so, it is not fair. Moreover, it will not help the automotive industry promote its products.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Achieving standards of quality, the ISO 9000 (3)
Achieving standards of quality, the ISO 9000 (3) By Simon Potter This is the third in a series of three articles. It focuses on registration procedures of ISO 9000, the international quality system standard. JAKARTA (JP): Registration to ISO 9000 is not difficult, providing that the necessary preparation has been completed first. Some 70 percent of applications however, fail on the first attempt. This figure is surprisingly high.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
The APEC timetable
The APEC timetable It is heartening to note that APEC member countries have generally geared up to move one step forward at liberalizing trade between themselves. At the third summit in Osaka later this year, the 18-country organization is expected to make the first decisions on preferential trading, investment regulations and a number of other matters. Member countries must renew their commitment towards the 2010 and 2020 targets.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
International kites fly over Indonesia
International kites fly over Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): Go to Ancol in North Jakarta and check the sky. There are dragons, birds, snakes, butterflies, lobsters, sailing boats and just ordinary kites flying aloft. Ancol's Marina beach has been full of color since two days ago. Kite flyers from all over Indonesia and 13 other countries have gathered there for the 1995 International Kite Festival. The variety of kites may be the most interesting thing to see.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Police force faces new challenges
Police force faces new challenges Today the Indonesian police force is celebrating its 49th anniversary. Satjipto Rahardjo looks at the present challenges facing the force. SEMARANG (JP): The Indonesian police force, or POLRI, came into being amid the fight for independence. Today, half a century later, the Indonesian police have to confront a much different situation and many new challenges. In 1946, the police force and their countrymen fought hand in hand against the colonial power.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Yayuk defeats Tauziat, moves into fourth round
Yayuk defeats Tauziat, moves into fourth round LONDON (Agencies): Indonesia's Yayuk Basuki made it to the fourth round of the Wimbledon tennis championships for the fourth time in a row after putting an end to Frenchwomen Nathalie Tauziat's giant-killing run yesterday. Yayuk produced a superb comeback from a first set down to claim a 6-7, 6-3, 6-4 win over Tauziat, and now is trying to break her Wimbledon jinx by making her first quarterfinal appearance.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
'Recalcitrant firm must be punished'
'Recalcitrant firm must be punished' JAKARTA (JP): The city council is pressing its demand that the administration take action against developer PT Pacific Corponusa for not honoring its obligation to build public facilities. Councilors have proposed that the city administration suspend the company's license to build up-market apartments and a shopping center in the business district of Mangga Dua, Central Jakarta.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Steel workers depressed
Steel workers depressed SERANG, West Java: Many workers temporarily laid off from PT Krakatau Steel since May are suffering from depression, the chief of the Serang Manpower Office said. Bambang Soetomo told Antara that he had asked the management of the state-owned steel company either to rehire them quickly, reassign them to other units, or to terminate their employment once and for all.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Decorative lamps
Decorative lamps From Media Indonesia Jakarta Governor Surjadi Soedirdja some time ago appealed to communities to install decorative lamps in front of their houses to welcome in the 50th anniversary of Indonesia's independence. He asked village chiefs to try to persuade villagers to put up the lamps and not to force this request upon them. A youth club at East Pejaten, South Jakarta, however, has forced its members to install the decorative lamps.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Nissan expands in Asia
Nissan expands in Asia TOKYO (AFP): Japan's Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. said yesterday its new guidelines for expanding global production were focussed on boosting vehicle capacity in Asia while establishing new engine plants in the United States. The country's second-biggest carmaker said vehicle production capacity in Thailand, the Philippines and Indonesia was targeted to grow from the current level of 100,000 units to 170,000 units by next year at the earliest.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Govt won't be rushed in licensing labor exporters
Govt won't be rushed in licensing labor exporters JAKARTA (JP): The ministry of manpower said yesterday it would not be rushed into issuing operating licenses to companies sending Indonesian workers abroad, adding that new permits would only be issued in accordance with the government's labor export targets.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Japan-RI power deal
Japan-RI power deal TOKYO (AFP): Japanese trading houses Nissho Iwai Corp., Sumitomo Corp. and Tomen Corp. have won a 9.7 billion yen (US$115 million) to supply an Indonesian project with power equipment, company officials said yesterday. Under the deal, Nissho Iwai received a 7.2 billion yen order for four substations, the officials said. Nissho Iwai will source the equipment from Japan's Hitachi Ltd. and Cogelex of France.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 30, 1995: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 2,250 0 0 AHAP Insurance 3,275 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,100 0 0 Andayani Megah 3,200 0 74,000 Aneka Kimia Raya 6,000 0 0 Anwar Sierad 1,400 0 50,000 Aqua Golden Mississippi 2,800 0 0 Argha Karya Prima Industry 1,650 -50 120,000 Argo Pantes 2,600 0 0 Asiana IMI Industries 950 25 178,500 Aster Dharma Industry...
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Chile, RI sign agreement
Chile, RI sign agreement JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia and Chile signed a memorandum of understanding yesterday to enhance cooperation in the telecommunications field. The accord was signed here by the Indonesian foreign ministry's director general for foreign economic relations, Soemadi Brotodiningrat, and Chile's ambassador to Jakarta, Fernando Cousino. The agreement is aimed at setting technical standards for communications equipment, systems and services in the two countries.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Police clamp down on road racers
Police clamp down on road racers DENPASAR, Bali: Police are clamping down on motorbikers who routinely use the Renon subdistrict for a race arena. Chief of the Nusra Police traffic division Col. Ngusman Fuady said his office is also investigating allegations that a gambling syndicate has turned the races into a money spinning machine by organizing bets, Antara reported. "We have detained some of the racers and their bikes," he told reporters.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Dutch kite maker visits RI festival
Dutch kite maker visits RI festival JAKARTA (JP): Dutch E.M. Ron Schroder is displaying kite making in a workshop held as a part of the on-going International Kite festival 1995 at Marina beach, Ancol recreation park in North Jakarta.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Coca Cola relocates factory to Cibitung
Coca Cola relocates factory to Cibitung JAKARTA (JP): PT Djaya Beverages Bottling Company (DBBC), a Coca-Cola bottling company affiliated with Coca-Cola Amatil of Australia, will soon start building a US$72 million plant in Cibitung, 38 km east of here.
Sat, 01 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta-Bekasi route not enough trains
Jakarta-Bekasi route not enough trains JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned railway company, Perumka, conceded yesterday that it is unable to operate more trains on the busy Jakarta-Bekasi route. "I have to acknowledge that we cannot meet Bekasi residents' demand for more trains," Bambang Waluyojati, a spokesman for the Perumka of Perumka city branch, told The Jakarta Post.