Archive: 25 July 1995
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Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Yayuk keeps Indonesia in world top 16 group
Yayuk keeps Indonesia in world top 16 group SALERMO (Agencies): Yayuk Basuki lived up to expectations to keep Indonesia in contention for a place in the Federation Cup World Group when she inspired her team to down host Italy 3-2 Sunday evening. A determined Yayuk teamed up with Romana Tedjakusuma in the decisive doubles to beat the Italian pair of Adriana Zanetti and Silvia Farina in straight sets 7-6 (7-4), 6-1.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Visual education to fight seduction
Visual education to fight seduction By Rashid Carre JAKARTA (JP): Mounting serious concerns are expressed in non- Western countries on the fast growing importance in their societies of the U.S. dominated communication and entertainment culture. President Soeharto, along with Indonesian intellectuals, expressed recently his concerns about the eroding of Indonesian culture in a country where satellite TV has mushroomed.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Fraud of parking fees denied
Fraud of parking fees denied JAKARTA (JP): The city administration has denied allegations of the embezzlement of parking fees collected city-owned parking company BP Perparkiran. Governor Surjadi Soedirdja in his statement revealed to the City Council in a plenary session yesterday said that the total amount of parking fees paid to the city administration by the company appointed to manage parking in the city tallies with the number of receipts.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Legal decision on Indian School blasted
Legal decision on Indian School blasted JAKARTA (JP): The Supreme Court has been criticized for its decision to exonerate and reinstate the former principal of the Gandhi Memorial School, V. Ram, also known as Ram Gulumal, who was convicted of fraud last year. Lawyers for the Gandhi Seva Loka association, formally known as the Bombay Merchants' Association, said that the decision involved "an obvious error".
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Hassai Sensei 3:05 Children's Program 3:30 English Lessons 4:05 Sports: Indonesia League (live) 5:00 Regional News 5:15 Sports (continued) 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Economy Program 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Talk Show: Wawasan 8:05 Traditional Drama 9:00 World News 9:25 Film: Savages 10:55 Late News 11:05 Music Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
RI, S'pore firms to build a resort hotel in Manado
RI, S'pore firms to build a resort hotel in Manado JAKARTA (JP): In relation to the agreement on tourism affairs signed by Indonesia and Singapore last month, three major firms from the two countries signed an accord yesterday to develop a resort hotel in Manado, North Sulawesi.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Five soccer hooligans arrested
Five soccer hooligans arrested JAKARTA (JP): City Police have arrested five hooligans following a brawl which took place shortly after the Indonesian soccer league quarterfinals match between Persib Bandung and Medan Jaya on Sunday at the Senayan stadium. According to a police statement released yesterday, the first four hooligans are believed to have been involved in the destruction of several cars parked outside the stadium.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Govt focuses on key areas of chemical industry
Govt focuses on key areas of chemical industry JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia has decided to concentrate on the development of three areas of the chemical industry, an official said yesterday. "After evaluating the achievements of the chemical industry development over the past 25 years, the government has decided to emphasize the development of olefin and aromatic, fertilizer, pulp and cement industries," said Rahardi Ramelan, a vice chairman of the National Development Planning Board.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN businessmen to seek more clout
ASEAN businessmen to seek more clout MANILA (AFP): Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) businessmen are to consolidate their efforts so as to give them greater clout in influencing their respective governments' policies, a senior official said yesterday.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
'Teater Buruh' to continue suit against official
'Teater Buruh' to continue suit against official JAKARTA (JP): A labor theater group insisted yesterday in continuing its lawsuit against a City administration senior official for banning a play last month, although the official said that it is litigating the wrong person.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Beware of the forces of social disintegration: Gen. Feisal
Beware of the forces of social disintegration: Gen. Feisal JAKARTA (JP): Increasing prejudices among the people could lead to the disintegration of society, Armed Forces Chief Gen. Feisal Tanjung warned yesterday. "Out of these prejudices unhealthy social phenomena develop," Feisal told about 300 ulemas taking part in the national congress of the Indonesian Council of Ulemas (MUI).
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
RI wants cooperation in ASEAN law enforcement
RI wants cooperation in ASEAN law enforcement JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia wants the ASEAN members to cooperate in matters of law enforcement, a top official said yesterday. Attorney General Singgih made the announcement moments after he accompanied his counterparts from member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in a courtesy call to President Soeharto at the Bina Graha presidential office.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta regrets approval of visas for Timorese people
Jakarta regrets approval of visas for Timorese people JAKARTA (JP): Senior government officials yesterday expressed regret at Canberra's decision to grant visas to 18 East Timorese boat people who fled to Australia after claiming they were being prosecuted by Jakarta. "We deeply regret the Australian government's position," said Minister of Defense and Security Gen. (ret.) Edi Sudrajat after opening a seminar on "Indonesia's role in United Nation's Peacekeeping".
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Vietnam's admission to ASEAN seen as good opportunity
Vietnam's admission to ASEAN seen as good opportunity HANOI (AFP): Vietnam's admission to the Association of South East Asian Nations at the end of this week provides "an opportunity but also constitutes a challenge," for Vietnamese businessmen, Foreign Minister Nguyen Manh Cam said yesterday. Speaking a few days before leaving for the ASEAN ministers' meeting in Brunei, Cam told a press conference: "The level of economic development in Vietnam is lower (than in other ASEAN members).
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Youth killed in brawl
Youth killed in brawl JAKARTA (JP): One person was killed in a brawl involving youth mobs in Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta yesterday, police reported. According to the Tanjung Priok police precinct chief, Yusuf Supardi, 19, was stabbed in the stomach with a sharp instrument. Jauhari, Supardi's older brother, said that Supardi, together with three of his friends, was involved in a brawl with a group of other youths. Police said the youths are still at large.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
SIA to increase its flights to Indonesia
SIA to increase its flights to Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): Singapore Airlines (SIA) and its subsidiary SilkAir will expand their services to Indonesia in October. SIA's general manager in Indonesia, Paul Tan, said yesterday that the frequency of the Singapore-Surabaya service would be increased from seven to 10 flights per week and the Singapore- Denpasar service would be increased from 14 to 21 flights per week, beginning on either Oct. 28 or Oct. 29.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Asia's corporate listings mushrooming, says report
Asia's corporate listings mushrooming, says report SINGAPORE (AFP): Corporate listings in eight core Asian markets are expanding rapidly on a growing investor base and the number of listed companies will reach up to 5,000 by the turn of the century, a report released here said. Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, South Korea and Taiwan together had 3,129 listed companies as in June 1995, said the report by Salomon Brothers Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Bonded zone chief shrugs off gripes
Bonded zone chief shrugs off gripes JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Kawasan Berikat Nusantara (KBN) says it is not worried by the threats of several industrial companies that they will relocate their plants from its bonded zone in Cakung, North Jakarta. "They may relocate their industries to other bonded zones in the country, but they must also remember that all other major bonded zones are also managed by KBN," said KBN President Mursono Siswohardjono.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
China should ratify sea law convention
China should ratify sea law convention The status of the Natuna Islands has been cleared up, with Foreign Minister Cin Qian Qichen's assurance to Foreign Minister Ali Alatas that the oil-rich islands belong to the Republic of Indonesia. Foreign Minister Qian, as quoted by Foreign Minister Ali Alatas on his return home from Beijing last Friday, said that China had never laid claim to the Natuna Islands.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Congress on biology opened
Congress on biology opened JAKARTA (JP): Both a national congress and a seminar on biology were opened here yesterday, with the government calling on biologists to train new experts. Bambang Soehendro, the director general of high education of the Ministry of Education and Culture, who simultaneously opened the two meetings on behalf of his minister, also urged the participants to publish their scientific works abroad.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Rioting breaks out in Baucau
Rioting breaks out in Baucau DILI, East Timor (JP): Twenty shops were burned down and three people injured in the latest rioting involving indigenous people and immigrants last week, eyewitnesses said. Chief of the East Timor military command Col. Mahidin Simbolon said on Saturday he was aware of the incident but insisted there were no injuries.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 24, 1995: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 2,250 0 0 AHAP Insurance 3,250 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,100 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,725 -25 80,000 Aneka Kimia Raya 6,600 0 0 Anwar Sierad 1,375 0 74,500 Aqua Golden Mississippi 2,800 0 0 Argha Karya Prima Industry 1,825 -50 140,500 Argo Pantes 2,600 0 0 Asiana IMI Industries 975 0 0 Aster Dharma Industry 1,100...
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto to launch Indonesian train cars
Soeharto to launch Indonesian train cars JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto is scheduled to launch a set of locally-built express train cars here on July 31, State Minister of Research and Technology B.J. Habibie said. After reporting to Soeharto yesterday, Habibie said that Soeharto will not travel on the train after the inauguration as he did with the Palindo Jaya ship, which was built by the state- owned shipbuilding company PT PAL.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
'Local businessmen of foreign descent are less nationalistic'
'Local businessmen of foreign descent are less nationalistic' SEMARANG, Central Java (JP): The Association of Indigenous Entrepreneurs charged the country's businesspeople of foreign descent yesterday with being less nationalistic.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Caucus to be on ASEAN agenda
Caucus to be on ASEAN agenda KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): ASEAN foreign ministers will discuss at their meeting in Brunei next week how to bridge differences among members and move forward the stalled East Asian Economic Caucus (EAEC), officials said yesterday. "It is on the agenda, that far I can tell you," said a senior Malaysian foreign ministry official.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Playing the good host
Playing the good host Every time an Israeli delegation is due here for a visit, the government has to be extra careful about the political repercussions that may arise. Many people here, for political reasons, are still opposed to Israel's participation in whatever event. Almost all Indonesians who share this attitude link their anti-Israel sentiment with the Preamble of the Constitution, which states that freedom is the right of all nations.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Statistics
Statistics From Republika With reference to the article published in Republika (July 17, 1995) under the heading Hasil survei ekonomi nasional diragukan (The outcome of the national economic survey is doubtful), we would like to make the following comments. * We are grateful to this daily for publishing the Report of the Head of the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) to the President concerning the outcome of the national 1994 survey.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
RI to send envoy to Bosnia
RI to send envoy to Bosnia JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto is dispatching senior diplomat Nana Sutresna to war-torn Bosnia Herzegovina in an attempt to ease the heightened crisis of the past two weeks. Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono told journalists yesterday that the President, as chairman of the 111-nation Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), is extremely concerned over recent developments and has instructed Nana to contact the warring factions.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Australia to take anti-nuclear test campaign to ASEAN
Australia to take anti-nuclear test campaign to ASEAN SYDNEY (AFP): Australia will use next week's meeting of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in Brunei to boost international pressure on France over its decision to resume nuclear testing in the Pacific, officials said yesterday.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
French nuclear test (3)
French nuclear test (3) Having read the letter (The Jakarta Post, July 22, 1995) from the French Ambassador regarding correct protocol on a day that symbolizes French human rights and democracy, I would just like to ask His Excellency what is correct protocol for the peoples of the Pacific area to voice their outrage at his government's denial of their human rights and democracy? MARY NORTHMORE Ubud, Bali
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Policy on CPO hurts cooking oil producers
Policy on CPO hurts cooking oil producers JAKARTA (JP): The government's requirement that producers of crude palm oil (CPO) should supply part of their products to the National Logistic Agency (Bulog) has forced most small-scale cooking oil producers in the country to halt operation. "About 60 percent of cooking oil plants in the country have delayed production due to shortages of CPO supplies," the chairman of the Indonesian cooking oil industry association, Mohd.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Manokwari needs more teachers
Manokwari needs more teachers MANOKWARI, Irian Jaya: The shortage of teachers in Fakfak is so severe that members of the Armed Forces (ABRI) have to be recruited to teach in classrooms. Fakfak military Chief Lt. Col. Yohanes Gatot Marwoto said that security disturbances by separatist rebels is to blame for the decline of people's participation in education. He said that rebels have terrorized villagers and forced them to join their ranks in the jungles, Antara reported.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
On the move in Jakarta
On the move in Jakarta After reading Jim Plouffe's Having a bad-cab-day in Jakarta? (The Jakarta Post, July 2, 1995) I can only wish that someone would give me the Golden Tip of how to get around in Jakarta without all the frustration caused when using a taxi or public transport. Being a typical tourist, I have this natural desire to explore the capital of Indonesia. When I arrived after a 13-hour train ride, I assumed that transport at 9 p.m. from Pasar Senen railway station to Jl.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Hong Lie on most wanted list: City Police chief
Hong Lie on most wanted list: City Police chief JAKARTA (JP): City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Dibyo Widodo said yesterday that entertainment businessman Hong Lie is wanted in connection with last year's killing of his competitor, Nyo Beng Seng. "We have put his name on our most wanted list and sent a copy to the (National Central Bureau) Interpol to ask for help," the two-star general said after inaugurating a three-month traffic course.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
New military post inaugurated
New military post inaugurated JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Wiranto inaugurated a new district military post in Bumi Serpong Damai, Tangerang, yesterday. Wiranto expects that the operation of the new post will help improve security in the area. "More new post areas are expected to curb the operations of criminals in Greater Jakarta," he said. The post was built in response to the steadily rising growth in both industrial and residential sectors in the area.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Overpass to be built in Bekasi
Overpass to be built in Bekasi JAKARTA (JP): The Bekasi administration will soon construct a overpass in Bulak Kapal near the Heroes Cemetery, East Bekasi, in an effort to reduce chronic traffic jams in the area. When completed, the road will pass over railroad tracks. "I'm sure the construction of the overpass will greatly help ease traffic jams in Bulak Kapal, especially since motorists will no longer have to stop every time a train passes," Bekasi Regent Much.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Yachts ready for race
Yachts ready for race DENPASAR, Bali: Twenty four yachts from various countries taking part in the Indonesian sailing race, Arung Samudra 95, recently arrived at the Benoa port. The race will start from the port on Aug. 7 and finish at Tanjung Priok in Jakarta. The race is being held in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Indonesia's independence. Race committee member Col. I Gde Sugitha said yesterday that 123 boats from 20 countries have confirmed their participation in the race.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Review of films nominated at Asia-Pacific festival
Review of films nominated at Asia-Pacific festival JAKARTA (JP): A lot of arguments colored the meetings of the panel of the 40th Asia-Pacific Film Festival before the seven judges finally announced the names of the five films nominated in Best Film category on Sunday. "The meetings continued until midnight, there were really heated arguments on which films meet the requirements, which do not," said Boediardjo, head of the panel.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Foreign investments hits record high
Foreign investments hits record high JAKARTA (JP): Foreign investments approved by the government during the first six-and-a-half months of this year jumped by 192.9 percent to a new record high of US$27.2 billion over the same period of last year, a minister said yesterday. State Minister of Investment Sanyoto Sastrowardoyo said that domestic investments, however, recorded a 16.7 percent decrease to Rp 30.9 trillion ($13.7 billion), committed for 448 projects.
Tue, 25 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.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Israel, Portugal may come to archery meet
Israel, Portugal may come to archery meet JAKARTA (JP): Israel and Portugal, with which Indonesia has no diplomatic ties, appear set to take part in the 38th World Outdoor Archery Championships here, but the government is still deliberating on the precise nature of the two countries' participation.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
167 trawlers destroyed
167 trawlers destroyed BELAWAN, North Sumatra: The Navy destroyed 167 trawlers they seized during a crackdown on the Sumatran waters over the weekend. Chief of the Bukit Barisan military command Maj. Gen. Arie J. Kumaat torched the trawlers in a ceremony at the local navy base in Belawan. Trawlers, which catch fish of practically all sizes, are banned under Indonesian law. The law is aimed at protecting the livelihood of traditional and small-scale fishermen.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Hasan Basri re-elected as MUI chairman
Hasan Basri re-elected as MUI chairman JAKARTA (JP): Moslem scholar Hasan Basri was re-elected for a third consecutive five-year term to the helm of the influential Indonesian Council of Ulemas (MUI) last night. A electoral team of seven, chaired by Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher, voted unanimously for Hasan Basri, a man who is widely praised for his skills in acting as a "bridge" between the government and the Moslem community.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
E. Timor delays inauguration of Jesus Christ statue
E. Timor delays inauguration of Jesus Christ statue JAKARTA (JP): East Timor has delayed the inauguration of a large statue of Jesus Christ in Dili, capital of the province, until President Soeharto could find time to visit, probably next year. East Timor Governor Abilio Jose Osorio Soares told reporters after meeting Soeharto at Bina Graha presidential office yesterday that he had hoped the President could inaugurate the 17-meter statue, which is nearing completion, this year.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Fifty employees get punishment
Fifty employees get punishment JAKARTA (JP): The local government has punished about 50 City Development Supervision Agency officials over the last three years due to bad conduct, including collusion and corruption. Suharto, head of the agency, which is in charge of issuing building permits, told reporters yesterday that the punishment was meted out in various ways, ranging from demotions and transfers to other positions, to warnings, depending on the violation the officials made.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Policemen, official testify for soothsayer
Policemen, official testify for soothsayer YOGYAKARTA (JP): Two policeman and a civil servant testified yesterday that soothsayer Permadi Satrio Wiwoho did not actually call Prophet Muhammad a dictator in a seminar as prosecutors have alleged.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Vehicle sales up 29%
Vehicle sales up 29% JAKARTA (JP): Sales of automotive vehicles in Indonesia increased by 29.23 percent to 181,747 units in the first six months of 1995, as compared with 140,638 units during the same period of last year, an executive said yesterday.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
KL banks have new scheme
KL banks have new scheme KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's top six banks said yesterday they have established a scheme to finance indigenous Malay businesses and complement government efforts to develop Malay entrepreneurs. Malayan Banking, Bank Bumiputra, Public Bank, United Malayan Banking Corporation, DCB Bank and Bank of Commerce will set aside 210 million ringgit (US$84 million) for the scheme. Four of the six are listed on the local bourse.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
Films can have positive impact on nation: Soeharto
Films can have positive impact on nation: Soeharto JAKARTA (JP): Films can have a positive impact on the life of a nation if they're done correctly, President Soeharto said yesterday. In a speech before the delegates of the 40th Asia-Pacific Film Festival, Soeharto said that because of their closeness to the people, films can play a responsible role in directing the development of a nation.
Tue, 25 Jul 1995, 00:00 WIB
French nuclear test (2)
French nuclear test (2) The French Ambassador's response (The Jakarta Post, July 22, 1995) to Ms Yulia's letter dated July 19, 1995 is ridiculous. How can he make us believe that nuclear tests are harmless to the environment? Why then does he not ask Monsieur Chirac to carry out the tests on one of the islands close to the French Atlantic coastline or in the Golfe du Lion?