Archive: 22 August 1995
47 articles found
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Law expert laments rising crime rates
Law expert laments rising crime rates SEMARANG, Central Java (JP): Satjipto Rahardjo, a prominent legal expert and human rights activist, says Indonesia is facing an increasing incidence of crime, waning social solidarity and flourishing materialism.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Toilet needed
Toilet needed I am an American tourist. I have visited your beautiful parks and recreation areas. To my disappointment, I could not find a toilet suited for Westerners. I have heard many complaints from others. We Westerners cannot squat like most Asians and wash ourselves like you do.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Youths question uneven development
Youths question uneven development JAKARTA (JP): Participants in the National Youth March, sharing their impressions on development in various regions with President Soeharto yesterday, questioned him about the uneven rate of progress across the provinces.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
PCPP to hold first congress
PCPP to hold first congress PURWOKERTO, Central Java: The newly-established Association of Intellectuals for Pancasila Development (PCPP) plans to hold its first congress in September. Its founders hope to become a nationally recognized organization.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
'Calculation method of inflation needs revision'
'Calculation method of inflation needs revision' JAKARTA (JP): The method in calculating the consumer price index should be reviewed in order to give a more objective inflation figure, analysts suggested.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Squatter families told to quit PT Telkom's land
Squatter families told to quit PT Telkom's land JAKARTA (JP): The West Jakarta authorities have asked 16 families to move from a 2,740-square-meter plot of land in Slipi, West Jakarta, because the owner, the state telecommunications company PT Telkom, wants to use the land for offices and an...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Park inspires Reds to victory
Park inspires Reds to victory JAKARTA (JP): Aspac's American Bobby Parks poured in a game- high 30 points to lead the Red team over the Whites 115-102 in their Kobatama All Stars basketball duel on Sunday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Human concept of growth
Human concept of growth President Soeharto, in his annual National Day Address to the House of Representatives, likes to cite not only economic but also social indicators in relation to the people's welfare.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia routs Holland in junior tennis
Indonesia routs Holland in junior tennis JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian junior tennis players completed a rout of their Dutch counterparts in friendly matches at the Hilton tennis courts on Sunday. Indonesia suffered its only loss as boys' singles Peter Handoyo crashed to Stefan Aarts in a marathon match...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Legislator to sue Portugal
Legislator to sue Portugal DILI, East Timor: A local legislator is considering bringing the Portuguese government to the International Court of Justice for allegedly killing about 1,000 people during its 450 years of colonial administration in the territory.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Goh ready to mend rift with Philippines
Goh ready to mend rift with Philippines SINGAPORE (AFP): Singapore's Premier Goh Chok Tong has said that he was prepared to restore relations with the Philippines following a bilateral fracas over the hanging of a Filipino maid here.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Coca-Cola worker gets award
Coca-Cola worker gets award JAKARTA (JP): Muhamad Soleh, a Coca-Cola Bottler worker in Jakarta, has been declared one of Jakarta's model workers of 1995. Governor Surjadi Soedirdja made the announcement at City Hall yesterday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
American giant to expand business in Indonesia
American giant to expand business in Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): General Electric of the United States plans to expand its business in Indonesia after establishing several joint venture companies in the country. The president of General Electric Teknologi Indonesia (GETI), John L.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Man killed by his brother-in-law
Man killed by his brother-in-law JAKARTA (JP): A man was stabbed to death by his brother-in-law in Depok, yesterday, police reported. Depok police district sources reported that the victim, identified as Hari Utama, 40, was stabbed while involved in a fight with Pur, 35, in his house.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Hassai Sensei 3:05 Playground 3:30 TV Series: Singen 4:30 Science Program 5:00 Regional News 5:30 English Lessons 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Economic Info 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Talk Show: Wawasan 8:05 TV Drama Journey 9:00 World...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Beijing to host NAM meeting on women's affairs
Beijing to host NAM meeting on women's affairs JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Women's Roles Mien Sugandhi will, in place of President Soeharto, open and close a two-day Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) ministerial meeting on women's affairs in Beijing on Sept. 1 and 2.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
NUFFIC -- road to academic excellence
NUFFIC -- road to academic excellence After half a century of independence, Indonesia's urge to develop is stronger than ever. Education of the new generation is seen as the basis for the future as indeed it is.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Buddhists to hold social activities
Buddhists to hold social activities JAKARTA (JP): Buddhists who are members of the Vihara Nirmala Foundation in Tangerang will be doing voluntary social work in honor of the Buddhist holiday of Cioko on Friday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
A fitting independence gift
A fitting independence gift As Indonesia celebrates its 50th anniversary, the Dutch business community is presenting a beautiful gift. A unique 18th century monument in the old part of Jakarta, which until recently housed the National Archives, has been renovated.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Germany to open trade house here
Germany to open trade house here JAKARTA (JP): Germany plans to open a trade house in Jakarta to anticipate Indonesia's increasingly strong economic role in Southeast Asia, a senior German official says.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Pancasila morals
Pancasila morals From Media Indonesia It should be regretted if there are still some Indonesians who cannot accept Pancasila morals to be included in school subjects. Pancasila morals are a means to unite school children who have different creeds.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Mr. Fust
Mr. Fust I read the letter of Mr. T.C. Scott in The Jakarta Post, Aug. 8, 1995 which informed that a German national named Guenther Fust passed away. I did not know the late Herr Fust personally but I had heard of his contribution to the kelurahan (village) of Pulau Kelapa.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Another milestone recorded at PTUN
Another milestone recorded at PTUN JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta State Administrative Court (PTUN) yesterday recorded another dramatic decision when its judges ruled in favor of 25 West Jakarta residents in their lawsuits against Mayor Sutardjianto for the demolition of their houses.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
No apology needed
No apology needed Now, after 50 years of independence and as we are welcoming Queen Beatrix, the question is whether it's still relevant to debate the issue of 350 years of Dutch colonialism in Indonesia.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Govt to probe hospital's alleged anti-AIDS policy
Govt to probe hospital's alleged anti-AIDS policy JAKARTA (JP): The government has ordered an investigation into the conduct of Medistra, a private hospital in Jakarta, following allegations that it has discriminated against AIDS patients.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Govt encourages farmers to plan 'gogo' rice
Govt encourages farmers to plan 'gogo' rice JAKARTA (JP): The government is encouraging farmers to plant high-quality gogo rice on one million hectares of dry rice estates over the next three to four years in a bid to increase their incomes and to secure Indonesia's self-sufficiency in rice.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
TV and independence anniversary
TV and independence anniversary From Forum Keadilan I felt there was something missing on Indonesian television in relation to the 50th anniversary of the country's independence. The state-owned TVRI and the private TV stations such as TPI, RCTI, SCTV, ANteve and Indosiar should continuously...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Criticism can be beneficial, court told
Criticism can be beneficial, court told JAKARTA (JP): Critique from the press and the people does not always mean opposition to government policies, two witnesses testified at the trial of two activists of the Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI) yesterday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Dutch, Indonesian businessmen sign agreements
Dutch, Indonesian businessmen sign agreements JAKARTA (JP): Visiting Dutch business executives and their Indonesian counterparts signed 31 documents on trade, investment and financial cooperation yesterday worth more than one billion Dutch guilders (US$625 million).
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Seven killed in road accident
Seven killed in road accident SITUBONDO, East Java: Police have established "human error" as the cause of a traffic accident which killed seven people here Saturday. Local police chief Lt. Col. Suharto said on Sunday that 18- year-old Sugeng Haryanto, the driver of a truck involved in the accident,...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug. 21, 1995: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 2,350 0 0 AHAP Insurance 3,200 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,100 0 0 Andayani Megah 2,025 -25 5,000...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
More companies to join apprenticeship program
More companies to join apprenticeship program JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Education and Culture has enlisted 9,000 manufacturing companies to provide apprenticeships for students of state-run vocational high schools.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Looking for synergy in Indonesian-Dutch ties
Looking for synergy in Indonesian-Dutch ties By Kwik Kian Gie JAKARTA (JP): Queen Beatrix's on-going visit to Indonesia is of great significance. This is the first visit by the Queen to a country that rejected Dutch aid and dissolved the Inter- governmental Group on Indonesia in 1992.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Economic growth and poverty
Economic growth and poverty By T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): The development of Indonesia in the past three decades has been amazing. No one can deny that, under the leadership of President Soeharto, Indonesia has achieved significant progress in many fields.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Bukit Asam to raise output to 13.5m tons
Bukit Asam to raise output to 13.5m tons JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned coal mining company PT Tambang Batubara Bukit Asam will soon open four mines at Tanjung Enim, South Sumatra to supply the three new units (V, VI and VII) at the Suralaya coal-fired power station in West Java.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
'Macapat' contest aims to help keep Javanese traditions alive
'Macapat' contest aims to help keep Javanese traditions alive JAKARTA (JP): The nearly-forgotten Javanese tradition of Macapat, or sung poems, will be 'remembered' during a three-day contest to be held at the Stage restaurant in Ratu Plaza, South Jakarta, starting today.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Don't react excessively to flag burnings: ABRI
Don't react excessively to flag burnings: ABRI JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces (ABRI) urged the public yesterday to refrain from "disproportionate" reactions to the burning of Indonesian flags in Australia, saying that these could jeopardize the good relations between the two countries.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Pick-up truck dragged by train
Pick-up truck dragged by train BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: A 40-car coal train hit a truck, dragging it for around one kilometer and killing three people on the spot over the weekend, reports said yesterday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Dutch rule caused pain: Beatrix
Dutch rule caused pain: Beatrix JAKARTA (JP): Queen Beatrix yesterday acknowledged the great pain and suffering inflicted on the Indonesian people by Dutch colonial rule, but she stopped short of an explicit apology or a recognition of 1945 as the year of Indonesia's independence.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Proposal to limit number of taxis 'unfair': Councilor
Proposal to limit number of taxis 'unfair': Councilor JAKARTA (JP): A city councilor has dismissed as unfair a proposal that the number of taxis operating in the city be limited, arguing that even the current number is not enough to meet public demand.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
One year sought for soothsayer Permadi
One year sought for soothsayer Permadi JAKARTA (JP): Government prosecutors demanded yesterday that the Sleman District Court in Yogyakarta sentence Permadi Satrio Wiwoho to one year's imprisonment for allegedly blasphemous remarks the prominent soothsayer made during a seminar last year.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
South Korean honored as Indonesian hero
South Korean honored as Indonesian hero JAKARTA (JP): A South Korean citizen, Yang Chil Sung, who joined Indonesia's independence struggle and died at the age 30 during an armed clash with Dutch troops in West Java on Aug. 10, 1948, was honored as an Indonesian hero on Saturday.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Message from Ambassador P.R. Brouwer
Message from Ambassador P.R. Brouwer Queen Beatrix, Prince Claus and Crown Prince Willem Alexander are making a state visit to Indonesia this week. It will be Queen Beatrix's first visit to Indonesia. In 1993 Prince Claus and Prince Willem Alexander paid a visit to Indonesia, while Prince Bernhard,...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN ministers to meet
ASEAN ministers to meet SINGAPORE (Reuter): ASEAN agricultural ministers will meet in Singapore from Aug. 24 to 26 to discuss the inclusion of farm products in the region's free-trade plan. The meeting, also expected to discuss regional cooperation in food, agriculture and forestry, is being...
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Message from Prime Minister Willem Kok
Message from Prime Minister Willem Kok This year 1995 is the 50th anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia's declaration of independence. Let me therefore take this opportunity to offer President Soeharto and the Indonesian people my sincere congratulations on reaching this milestone.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Alatas urges RI diplomats to be more articulate
Alatas urges RI diplomats to be more articulate JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas urged Indonesian diplomats yesterday to be more articulate in defending the country's interests instead of simply reporting on criticism hurled at Indonesia.
Tue, 22 Aug 1995, 00:00 WIB
Helping to nourish RI's primary education
Helping to nourish RI's primary education Elisabeth Klaver is project manager of the assistance team for the research component of the Primary Education Quality Improvement Project (PEQIP). With her team, she assists a Central Project Management Unit in the Direktorat Pendidikan Dasar (Directorate...