Indonesian Political, Business & Finance News

Archive: 26 July 1995

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Rapper Vanilla Ice to perform here

Rapper Vanilla Ice to perform here JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta rap music fans will be in for a rare treat when rap musician Vanilla Ice performs at the M-Club, Blok M, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta, on July 29 at 8 p.m.

Buses in bad condition

Buses in bad condition From Merdeka Many bus companies, including the state-owned PPD, operate buses which are already in poor condition. Many of those buses are far from comfortable, while air-conditioned buses are more often than not packed with passengers which make the air- conditioning...

ASEAN states to denounce resumption of nuke testing

ASEAN states to denounce resumption of nuke testing BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (AFP): The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will denounce the resumption of nuclear weapons testing in the Pacific region at its annual meeting here this week, officials said yesterday.

Japan assists IKIP Surabaya

Japan assists IKIP Surabaya JAKARTA (JP): The Japanese government has agreed to donate a 40 million yen (Rp 1,5 billion) language laboratory to the Education and Teachers Training Institute (IKIP) of Surabaya.

Electricity tariffs lowered by 0.34%

Electricity tariffs lowered by 0.34% JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned electricity company PT PLN has decreased its tariffs by an average of 0.34 percent since this month due to lower production costs and a lower-than-estimated inflation rate, the company announced yesterday.

Govt still reluctant to host Israeli team

Govt still reluctant to host Israeli team JAKARTA (JP): The government is still reluctant to treat Israel, which it does not recognize as a state, like the other participating countries in the upcoming 38th World Outdoor Archery Championships here.

Many Indonesians have diabetes

Many Indonesians have diabetes BANDUNG: Between one to two percent of all Indonesians have diabetes which, a senior official says, will become a serious health problem unless something is done. The director general for medical services at the health ministry, Soejoga, said that the finding came...

China-SE Asia cable

China-SE Asia cable BEIJING (AFP): Construction is set to begin soon on a 7,000- kilometer (4,375-mile) fiber-optic cable linking China with Southeast Asian nations, an official newspaper said yesterday.

Local electric part producers accuse China of dumping

Local electric part producers accuse China of dumping JAKARTA (JP): The Association of Indonesian Electric Equipment Manufacturers accused China yesterday of dumping its electric parts in Indonesia. The association's chairman, Januar Muin, said dumping was an intentional Chinese strategy to win the...

U.S. says ASEAN countries, Vietnam major export marts

U.S. says ASEAN countries, Vietnam major export marts WASHINGTON (AFP): U.S. Commerce Secretary Ron Brown said the administration was expanding its target list of major export markets to include Vietnam and five other rapidly growing Asian economies.

ASEAN to handle legal cases more efficiently

ASEAN to handle legal cases more efficiently JAKARTA (JP): Major cases involving capital punishment can now be handled more efficiently by ASEAN member countries through direct contact among their attorneys general, a statement issued yesterday said.

Biologists ready to help solve pollution problems

Biologists ready to help solve pollution problems JAKARTA (JP): Most biologists are interested in solving pollution problem, a seminar was told yesterday. From 27 participants of the environmental biology discussion, held at the University of Indonesia in Depok, 30 kilometers south of here, 13...

Corruption

Corruption From Neraca Corruption in Indonesia has become a familiar topic of talk in the society. Unfortunately it is difficult to curb corruption due to lack of evidence. I read a report some time ago that there is a sharp difference in this matter between Indonesia and the neighboring countries...

Cavalry called out to fight city crime

Cavalry called out to fight city crime JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta Military Chief Maj. Gen. Wiranto said yesterday that he was mobilizing all his forces, including the cavalry assault battalion, to help the police fight crime.

Govt urged to appoint ambassador to WTO

Govt urged to appoint ambassador to WTO JAKARTA (JP): Econit, an industry, trade and economics advisory group, urged the government yesterday to appoint an ambassador to the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Pelita, Bandung kicked out from semifinals

Pelita, Bandung kicked out from semifinals JAKARTA (JP): What had been a forgone conclusion in the Indonesian soccer league quarterfinals turned into the biggest upset as favorites Pelita Jaya and Bandung Raya were both dumped from the semifinals by sides from Kalimantan yesterday.

Sectarian conflict real threat to unity: Edi

Sectarian conflict real threat to unity: Edi SEMARANG (JP): Social problems generated from ethnic, religious and inter-group conflict are becoming a real threat to the nation's unity, Minister of Defense and Security Gen. (ret) Edi Sudrajat warns.

Science contest sees record numbers participate

Science contest sees record numbers participate JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) announced here yesterday that the number of participants in this year's scientific competition increased by 61 percent.

Indo-Rama gets loan

Indo-Rama gets loan JAKARTA (JP): PT Indo-Rama Synthetics, one of the largest integrated producers of blended polyester yarns in Indonesia, agreed yesterday to a US$25.5 million deferred payment credit facility with Nissho Iwai Corporation of Japan for its polyester and weaving expansion plans.

Affair ends in tragedy

Affair ends in tragedy JAKARTA (JP): A man was killed by a jealous husband in Tambun, Bekasi, yesterday, police reported. The Tambun police precinct reported that Yasri, 28, was stabbed in the head and neck by Samaun, who suspected him of having an affair with his wife.

The quest for high-technology

The quest for high-technology President Soeharto has reminded us that an advanced and prosperous nation is one which commands science and technology. The President advises Indonesian children to master science and technology so that they will be able to make the nation prosperous.

TV today

TV today TVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Henry Winkler Muts William Shakespeare 3:05 Talk Show 3:30 Indonesian Lessons 4:05 Sports: Indonesian League (Live) 5:00 Regional News 5:15 Sports (continued) 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Science Program 7:00 Evening News 7:30...

Spotlight

Spotlight Photo A: Pamela JP/oby COME AND GO: The U.S. Embassy's new Press Attache, Craig Stromme (center), chats with his predecessor Pamela Smith (left) and the embassy's new Counselor for Public Affairs Steven Monblatt (right) at their farewell, and welcoming, party.

Circus declines mayor's help offer

Circus declines mayor's help offer MANILA (AFP): A Russian circus troupe stranded in a southern Philippine city has declined an offer by Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim to house its starving animals at the zoo in the Philippine capital, the official Philippine News Agency (PNA) said yesterday.

Government urged to change attitude towards people

Government urged to change attitude towards people JAKARTA (JP): A senior political scientist is calling on the government to change the way it deals with the people, saying that the present attitude has failed to truly promote the social, economic and political standing of the masses.

Regional trade the challenger for ASEAN's future

Regional trade the challenger for ASEAN's future By Vitit Muntarbhorn BANGKOK: The macro-economic growth rate of ASEAN countries has been very impressive this decade with some countries enjoying a Gross Domestic Product growth of nearly 10 percent per annum.

Australian envoy visits Irian

Australian envoy visits Irian JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: Australian ambassador Allan Taylor has discussed with governor Jacob Pattipi the fate of Irian Jaya residents who have crossed back from Papua New Guinea.

Import rules

Import rules This is in reference to Mr. A. Djuana's letter under the caption Mr. A and Mr. B published in "Your Letters" column of The Jakarta Post dated July 22, 1995. According to Mr. Djuana, A was deprived of a substantial amount of money by the cunning of Mr.

KL softens threat on Bosnian arms embargo

KL softens threat on Bosnian arms embargo KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia has softened its threat to break the Bosnian arms embargo, saying the United Nations would probably prevent it from selling weapons to Bosnian government forces.

Stock Exchange

Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 25, 1995: Trading Shares Close Change Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo 2,300 50 2,000 AHAP Insurance 3,250 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,100 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,800 75 163,000...

Confusion grips teachers, parents at Koja schools

Confusion grips teachers, parents at Koja schools JAKARTA (JP): Teachers and parents of more than 1,000 students are gripped by confusion while they wait for the official word on the fate of state elementary schools in the Koja area.

Local shipyard gets orders from foreign firms

Local shipyard gets orders from foreign firms JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Dok & Perkapalan Kodja Bahari announced yesterday that it has won orders for the construction of ships from Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands and Iran.

Seminar on ice cream

Seminar on ice cream JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Nutrition Association in cooperation with the Ministry of Health and PT Unilever will jointly organize a one-day seminar on ice cream. The seminar will be held at the World Trade Center, Jakarta, on Aug. 5.

Can ASEAN's China policy succeed?

Can ASEAN's China policy succeed? The admission of Vietnam marks an important moment in the 28- year long history of ASEAN. Seen from East Asia, our Asia correspondent Harvey Stockwin notes that ASEAN has reversed the logic behind its creation in 1967, and has been a political more than an economic...

Better communication between employers and workers urged

Better communication between employers and workers urged JAKARTA (JP): Manpower Minister Abdul Latief underlined yesterday the importance of communication between employers and workers to help prevent labor disputes.

Judges often subjected to outside pressure

Judges often subjected to outside pressure JAKARTA (JP): Judges dealing with lawsuits filed against the government often come under pressure from both private individuals and officials attempting to influence their decisions, Chief of the Jakarta State Administrative Court Benjamin Mangkoedilaga...

Hoi An in Vietnam

Hoi An in Vietnam On July 4, 1995 you printed an article concerning the town of Hoi An, Vietnam, by Kunang Helmi Picard. I was very much surprised that the town of Hoi An would rate an article written about it. I lived and worked in Hoi An from June 1968 until December 1969.

President wants optimization of fishery potentials in EEZ

President wants optimization of fishery potentials in EEZ JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday told state-owned firms, private sector businesses and cooperatives to act unitedly to increase efforts to tap the fishery potentials of the country's exclusive economic zones (EEZ).

Polio vaccines for 669,000 babies

Polio vaccines for 669,000 babies UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi: The provincial government plans to provide polio vaccines to 669,000 children under five-years- old in a health campaign scheduled for September.

Keep up role model image: Try

Keep up role model image: Try JAKARTA (JP): Vice President Try Sutrisno closed yesterday the fifth national congress of the Indonesian Council of Ulemas (MUI), calling on the Moslem leaders to maintain their "reputation as role models".

Test-score manipulation damages students' future

Test-score manipulation damages students' future By Mochtar Buchori JAKARTA (JP): The manipulation of test scores has been practiced for a long time in Indonesian schools. Not for the purpose of earning additional money, but mainly due to the teachers and their differing perceptions of individual...

A larger ASEAN

A larger ASEAN When ASEAN opens its door to Vietnam in its upcoming foreign ministers' meeting in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam, at the end of this week, something close to a black-on-white contrast will appear on this region's political landscape.

Police could arrest Hong Lie if requested: Gen. Banurusman

Police could arrest Hong Lie if requested: Gen. Banurusman JAKARTA (JP): National Police Chief Gen. Banurusman Astrosemitro said yesterday that the police could only ask Interpol to help arrest entertainment businessman Hong Lie under the request of prosecutors.

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.

Canadian minister praises human rights commission

Canadian minister praises human rights commission JAKARTA (JP): Canadian Secretary of State for Asia-Pacific Affairs, Raymond Chan, yesterday praised Jakarta's move to establish the National Commission for Human Rights, but also noted that Indonesia could improve its handling of East Timor issues.

Pertamina offers LSWR

Pertamina offers LSWR TOKYO (Reuter): Indonesia's state-owned oil company Pertamina has decided to allocate about 3.6 million to 3.7 million barrels of low-sulfur waxy residue (LSWR) for August lifting to its affiliates, traders said.

Suspects in Bekasi gang rape identified

Suspects in Bekasi gang rape identified JAKARTA (JP): Bekasi police claim that they have identified the men believed to have raped a mother and her two teenage daughters during a pre-dawn burglary on Monday in the small, isolated village of Kampung Cimatis, Jati Karya, in Pondok Gede.

Religion

Religion From Media Indonesia I am commenting on the statement of Ben Mboy, a member of the Supreme Advisory Council, who proposed in a seminar that the declaring of a person's religion on an identity card be abolished. I think it would be difficult to realize this ideal.

Admission fees to be discussed

Admission fees to be discussed JAKARTA (JP): The city education authorities will hold a meeting with parents and senior school administrators next month to negotiate additional school admission fees. Head of the City Office of the Ministry of Education and Culture, Kusnan Ismukanto, told reporters...

Postal firm will issue gold stamps

Postal firm will issue gold stamps JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned postal operator PT Pos Indonesia will issue a commemorative collection of gold stamps worth Rp 76 billion (US$33.7 million) next month, featuring three selected designs to mark the country's 50th Independence Day.

TV contributions

TV contributions From Republika The so-called employees of Yayasan TVRI (TVRI Foundation) have come to my house four times to register my television set and demand that I paid TV contributions. But I refused to pay the contributions because it is based only on a Presidential Decree, instead of a...

Export-oriented ammonia plants needed: Official

Export-oriented ammonia plants needed: Official JAKARTA (JP): Director General of Chemical Industries Sujata called on private investors yesterday to build ammonia plants for export purposes. "Currently we export our gas in the form of liquefied natural gas (LNG).