Archive: 20 January 1996
63 articles found
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Ministry of Information probes newspaper fracas
Ministry of Information probes newspaper fracas JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Information is investigating the rift at the Sriwijaya Post daily newspaper following a fracas involving the newspaper's General Manager Fauzi Achmad and Deputy Chief Editor M.S. Hendrowijono. "We have received the letter from Sriwijaya Post's General Manager Fauzi Achmad, and are now looking into the matter" the ministry's director of public affairs Indrawadi Tamin told reporters yesterday.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Two caught in C. Java for robbery, murder
Two caught in C. Java for robbery, murder JAKARTA (JP): South Jakarta detectives, in cooperation with Central Java officers, have arrested two construction workers in connection with Monday's robbery and killing of a maid in Jagakarsa. Yatno, alias Bagong, 30, was arrested at this home in Wonogiri on Wednesday and Paino, 26, was picked up on Thursday in Sukohardjo. "They have just arrived here this morning," South Jakarta police chief Lt. Col. SY Wenas told reporters here yesterday.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Workers banned from joining union
Workers banned from joining union JAKARTA (JP): PT Aneka Medium Garment, which employs about 100 people, has banned its workers from joining the All-Indonesia Workers Union Federation (FSPSI). "Here all workers are free to talk to the manager and we consider the union unnecessary in the company," Apu, a supervisor who acted as a spokesperson for the company, told The Jakarta Post yesterday.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
RI-Australia ties stronger than ever
RI-Australia ties stronger than ever JAKARTA (JP): The rapport between President Soeharto and Prime Minister Paul Keating may be the main force behind the strong relations between the two countries, but Australian Ambassador Allan Taylor insists that ties have actually moved beyond the upper crust of government officials.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Measuring progress a problem of methodology or conscience?
Measuring progress a problem of methodology or conscience? By Mochtar Buchori JAKARTA (JP): Our competitor in the global race toward economic welfare is not our past, but other countries, including our neighbors. In this competitive situation it is imperative that we have a realistic picture concerning our capability to compete. The right way to measure this is not to compare our achievements against our past, but against present situations in other countries.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Banks told to use loans productively
Banks told to use loans productively JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia Governor J. Soedradjad Djiwandono warned here yesterday that a misuse of foreign commercial borrowings will create a problem in the country's economy. "Therefore, I would like to ask banks to ensure that these funds are used productively, especially for export-oriented activities," he told around 300 bank executives at last night's Annual Bankers' Meeting.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Travel: My Country 2:35 TV Series: Ninja Turtles 3:05 Sports 5:00 Regional News 5:25 Travels: My Country 5:30 Science Film: Bill Bixby's Wonderful Magic 6:00 News: News Highly 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country: East Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Innovative Work 7:00 Evening News 7:30 News: Dian Rana 8:00 News: Lintasan Berita 8:05 TV Series: Hati Yang Mendua 9:00 World News 9:30 Music: Nada Ria 10:25 Film: Hidden Obsession 11:30 Late News 11:40 Film: Hidden...
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Garment workers strike
Garment workers strike UNGARAN, Central Java: Some 1,200 workers at PT Cerah Garment Perkasa went on strike yesterday demanding increased wages and other benefits. The police managed to keep the strikers under control after the protesters became emotional when they learned the management had not shown up. Salatiga Police Chief Lt. Col. Hery Suprapto arrived at the scene in time to arrange negotiations between the workers and management.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Handicraft display in West Jakarta
Handicraft display in West Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): An exhibition of Indonesian handicrafts are being held in West Jakarta. The exhibition was opened Thursday by Mrs. Surjadi Soedirdja, wife of the governor of Jakarta at ITC Roxy Mas. Among the local handicrafts on display were garments, batik, leather work, marble work, calligraphy, wooden blinds, mats, gems, seashell items, needlework from Kalimantan, East Java and West Java. Mrs.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Cambodia seeks ASEAN's help
Cambodia seeks ASEAN's help PHNOM PENH (Reuter): Cambodia will consider seeking the intervention of other Southeast Asian nations if talks with Vietnamese officials fail to settle a border row, co-Premier Prince Norodom Ranariddh said yesterday. "I do believe Vietnam does not have any interest to jeopardize our good relations," said the prince, who on Wednesday had accused Vietnamese of advancing some 300-400 meters into a southeast Cambodia province and forcing local farmers out.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Economist questions 7.1% growth rate
Economist questions 7.1% growth rate JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's economy, affected by the deterioration of most economic factors, is unlikely to grow at the government's target of over 7.1 percent this year, economist Kwik Kian Gie has said. Kwik noted at the Jakarta Lawyers Club gathering here on Thursday night that almost all economic factors are worsening and could lead to economic instability.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
The nuclear issue
The nuclear issue Following an unfortunately familiar pattern in this country, it now seems that, quietly but surely, the government's proposed nuclear power plant project -- the first in Indonesia -- is set to proceed.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
World Bank fears RI measures to slow import growth
World Bank fears RI measures to slow import growth JAKARTA (JP): The World Bank has expressed concern that Indonesia might use distortionary measures to slow import growth from its present level of more than 30 percent to about 11 percent during the next fiscal year.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Regional election committees formed
Regional election committees formed JAKARTA (JP): The chairman of the National Committee for General Elections Moch. Yogie S.M. yesterday inducted the governors of Indonesia's 27 provinces as chairs of the regional committees for the 1997 general elections. Yogie also inaugurated the regional election monitoring committees and the election committee for general elections for Indonesians overseas. The last committee is chaired by Rahardjo Djojonegoro.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Cancer hospital donors awarded
Cancer hospital donors awarded JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto awarded yesterday 10 businessmen who donated money towards the construction of the first cancer hospital in Indonesia. The people were also officiated as members of the Donor Council of the Dharmais Foundation chaired by President Soeharto. The cancer hospital, located on Jl. S. Parman, West Jakarta, is managed by Dharmais Foundation. The hospital was officially opened on May 30 of last year.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia unconcerned about global rubber pact
Malaysia unconcerned about global rubber pact KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia has said it is unconcerned about whether a shaky global rubber price pact is agreed while persisting in its demand for leadership of an international rubber body, a report said yesterday. International Rubber Agreement (INRA) III, a pact hammered out under the auspices of the United Nations in Geneva in February 1995, is in jeopardy after failing to garner enough support by a Dec. 28-deadline set for agreement.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Paintings about Bali's mystical lifestyle on display
Paintings about Bali's mystical lifestyle on display Canadian artist Marsha Stonehouse first visited Bali in 1984. Inspired, she returned in 1990 and produced a series of paintings that gives a unique insight into the magical island's mysterious and sometimes sinister culture. Roberts Pearson reports. JAKARTA (JP): There's nothing like too many tourists to exorcise the magic from a culture.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 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 a.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 a.m. with Sunday School.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Restaurants told to close
Restaurants told to close BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: The Indonesian Council of Ulemas local office has called on restaurant proprietors and food vendors to stop business during the fasting month of Ramadhan. "Don't just close your shops during the daytime, but for the whole month so that Moslems here can observe their fasting better," Musa Sueb, head of the office, said, Antara reported. Starting on Jan. 22, Indonesian Moslems will start fasting between sunrise and sundown for one month.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Gathering permits for NU rival board questioned
Gathering permits for NU rival board questioned JAKARTA (JP): Observers are divided in their opinions on how well police handled the recent congress by dissenters of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Moslem organization. Legal expert Andi Muis at the Hasanuddin University in Ujungpandang, South Sulawesi, welcome the police decision to "allow" the gathering to proceed on Wednesday without significant interruption, although it did not have a permit.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Eight Karawang firms sign labor agreements
Eight Karawang firms sign labor agreements KARAWANG, West Java (JP): Eight companies yesterday signed Collective Labor Agreements with their employees. Yesterday's signing has added to the eight companies here which have concluded similar agreements with their employees. Four companies employ more than 100 workers and another four employ fewer than this number.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Wisma 46, country's tallest building, nears completion
Wisma 46, country's tallest building, nears completion JAKARTA (JP): A new milestone will soon be reached in the history of the city's skyscrapers following the completion of the 258.85-meter-high Wisma 46 tower on Jl. Sudirman in Central Jakarta. Located in the Kota BNI complex, the 50-floor building, over two times higher than the 115-meter National Monument (Monas) monument, is billed as the tallest building in the country.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
The NU stage play
The NU stage play The final curtain has just come down on a political event which resembled a stage play -- the formation of a "Nahdatul Ulama Executive Board" (PBNU) led by Abu Hasan. The event resembled a stage play because the formation of the board occurred in a prearranged manner.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Jan. 19, 1996: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ---------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 700 0 0 AHAP Insurance 3,200 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,375 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,775 75 853,500 Aneka Kimia Raya 6,100 0 39,500 Anwar Sierad 1,125 25 180,000 Aqua Golden Mississippi 1,500 0 0 Argha Karya Prima Industry 2,075 0 222,000 Argo Pantes 1,900 -200 500 Asahimas Flat 2,750 -100 2,010,500 Asiana IMI...
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
5,000 books from USIS for UI
5,000 books from USIS for UI JAKARTA (JP): The American Studies Center at the University of Indonesia will receive 5,000 books from the U.S. Embassy through the United States Information Services (USIS). The books plus equipment and related materials, worth US$175,000, will be officially handed over on Monday. The donation includes The New York Times on microfilm, periodicals, shelving and equipment transferred from the USIS Zorinsky Library.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian palmoil prices up again
Malaysian palmoil prices up again KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Palmoil prices rebounded at midday yesterday on shortcovering after sharp recent falls but traders said the upside could be limited by lack of keen demand and competition from Indonesian oil. "Prices were up this morning as buyers tried to cover from the recent falls," a dealer said.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Hughes extends contract
Hughes extends contract JAKARTA (JP): Hughes Aircraft of Canada Ltd., a Canadian air traffic system company, has agreed to extend a US$770,000 subcontract to PT Elektrindodaya Parkabusa, a subsidiary of the Bimantara Group, for the manufacturing of equipment for an automatic message switching center. According to a press release made available yesterday, the facility will form an integral part of the automated air traffic system being prepared in the city.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Local painter found dead
Local painter found dead SEMARANG: Imam Santoso, a local painter and organizer of several painting exhibitions, was found dead with his neck gored on Thursday, Antara reported. Police said the knife used to kill him was in his hand, suggesting that he may have committed suicide. Police however have not ruled out foul play. For one, there was no suicide note found in the empty house where he was killed, they said.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Mudrika, the genie trader
Mudrika, the genie trader By Johannes Simbolon JAKARTA (JP): Remember Aladdin, the man who owns an all- powerful genie in the ever-popular 1001 Nights from Arabia? The chance to have a genie like him is now yours. If you're interested, call Mudrika the genie entrepreneur who has enjoyed lots of attention from the local media since late last year.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
People with HIV hope for better year
People with HIV hope for better year JAKARTA (JP): A group of people with Human Immunodeficiency Virus in Indonesia have expressed the hope that 1996 will see better access to medicines and less stigmatization by society.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Body found at tourist resort
Body found at tourist resort MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara (JP): Tourists at the Gili (islet) Terawangan in West Lombok regency had their picnic disrupted last week when some of them came across the decomposed body of a man lying on the white sandy beach. Antara quoted a doctor at the Mataram Hospital, some 30 kilometer away, as saying that the as yet unidentified body was promptly brought in there for autopsy. Dr. H.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Music * Dai-ichi Hotel, Jl. Senen Raya 135, Central Jakarta. - Mezzanine Lounge: Solo Pianist, daily from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., opening hours Monday to Sunday 11 a.m to 1 a.m. * Hotel Aryaduta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Bonauli vocal group, Monday and Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 1 p.m.; Los Morenos, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. - The Tavern Pub: Yeah Yeah Boys, Sunday and Thursday, 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Keep Blok M clean
Keep Blok M clean From Neraca With fasting month just around the corner, I would like to appeal to the authorities to continue their strict supervision of Blok M market and to check the growing number of vendors there. Too many sidewalk vendors only hinder traffic flow and cause congestion at the entrance to the Blok M area, making it difficult for pedestrians to use the facility intended for them. FERRY LESMANA Jakarta
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Military sets deadline for hostages' release
Military sets deadline for hostages' release JAKARTA (JP): The military gave Irian Jaya rebels "until the end of the week" to respond to its demand to free the remaining 14 hostages, including six Europeans, they have held captive for 12 days, before it considers other options to secure their release. "To this day, I'm still using persuasion in approaching the rebels. It is my intention to release all the hostages alive," Maj. Gen. A.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
RI pair leads at Cap Volmac
RI pair leads at Cap Volmac JAKARTA (JP): Henky Lasut and Eddy Manoppo of Indonesia are proving themselves the best pair after earning the highest score at the 10th Cap Volmac 16 World top pairs championships at the Des Indes Hotel, Den Haag, Netherlands. The Indonesians collected 195 Victory Points after winning the first three sessions on Thursday, to lead French pair of Chemia and Croniex and the host team of Muller and de Boer by just a mere point.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Authorities collect Rp 650 million for flood victims
Authorities collect Rp 650 million for flood victims JAKARTA (JP): The city administration has collected Rp 650 million (US$302,325) in public donations for the victims of last week's flood, according to a deputy governor. However R.S. Museno, deputy governor for social welfare, said yesterday the amount is inadequate to cover the total loss of Rp 39.54 billion. He explained that the money will be distributed to the needy families based on the mayoralty offices' requests.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia rules Japan Open quarterfinals
Indonesia rules Japan Open quarterfinals TOKYO (Agencies): All-England champion Poul-Erik Hoyer Larsen suffered a shock defeat as Indonesia dominated the quarterfinals of the US$150,000 Japan Open badminton championships here yesterday. Indonesian men assured themselves of the doubles crown and swept three semifinal places in the singles with more or less emphatic wins. Only the young pair of Tony Gunawan and Rudy Wijaya were forced to stretch muscles en route to an upset win.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Most city taxis unprofessional
Most city taxis unprofessional From Republika I have lived in Jakarta for about five years. During that time I have experienced many things, but taxi rides are still quite an adventure. I would like to give my evaluation of the taxi services by giving a random sample of all taxi groups except Silver Bird. I have been with Silver Bird only twice so its taxis will not represent my opinion. In a period of one week I ride in a taxi at least five times.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Palapa-C1 stamps issued
Palapa-C1 stamps issued JAKARTA (JP): The state-owned postal company PT Pos Indonesia, in cooperation with the Directorate General of Post and Telecommunications and PT Satelindo will issue new stamps to mark the launching of the Palapa-C1 satellite. Pos Indonesia's president, Cahyana Ahmadi, said here yesterday that the new series of stamps, with nominal values of Rp 300 and Rp 700, will be issued at the end of this month.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
PPP seeks House support for electoral reform
PPP seeks House support for electoral reform JAKARTA (JP): The United Development Party (PPP) faction received orders from the PPP's executive board yesterday to seek support in the House of Representatives for its "initiative bill" to amend the country's electoral laws. A team from the Moslem-based party, led by Ali Hardi Kiaidemak, submitted the document to the House's PPP faction, whose chairman, Hamzah Haz, promised to consult other factions and make the bill "a collective product".
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Lippo ties up with GMAC
Lippo ties up with GMAC JAKARTA (JP): The Lippo Group and General Motors Acceptance Corp. (GMAC) of the United States have formed a joint multi- finance venture to help market U.S. cars and trucks in Indonesia. Hartono Parbudi, an executive of the new venture, called GMAC Lippo Finance, said in a statement here yesterday that his company will provide financing and leasing supports for the marketing of automobiles produced by PT General Motors Buana Indonesia under the brand names of Opel.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Indo-Kodeco financing under way
Indo-Kodeco financing under way HONG KONG (Reuter): The US$345 million financing for Indonesia's Indo-Kodeco Cement project has gotten under way, arranger Fuji Bank Singapore said yesterday. Indo-Kodeco Cement is a joint venture of South Korea's Korea Development Co. (Kodeco), Indonesia's Indocement and Japan's Marubeni. It was set up to build a cement plant in South Kalimantan. The fundraising comprises four tranches.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Suspect's lawyer freezes disputed account at bank
Suspect's lawyer freezes disputed account at bank JAKARTA (JP): The lawyer of the suspect in the HongkongBank fraud case has blocked the disputed Rp 18 billion (US$7.83 million) fund, which was transferred to his client's account at a Unibank branch office here, from being cashed by a third party. "By law, the fund belongs to my client. So nobody has the right to take the money without his permission," said Ruhut Sitompul, lawyer for Hans Wowor, who was arrested for deception.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Merapi lava warning
Merapi lava warning YOGYAKARTA: The authorities are warning people living at the foot of Mt. Merapi of an impending lava flood after rain pounded the volcano's peak recently, Antara reported. The chief of the Merapi Monitoring Office in Yogyakarta, Mas Atje Purbawinata, said he estimated that there could be as much as two million cubic meters of lava piled up in the volcano's crater ready to descend anytime.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Halla plans cement plant
Halla plans cement plant SEOUL (Reuter): South Korea's Halla Engineering and Heavy Industries Ltd said yesterday the company and Indonesia's Byna Group agreed in principle to build a US$400 million joint venture cement plant in Indonesia. A Halla spokesman said Byna Group chairman Muchtar Byna and Chung In-yung, chairman of the Halla Group, Halla Engineering's owner, had signed a letter of intent.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Canada, Malaysia sign $327 million of deals
Canada, Malaysia sign $327 million of deals KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Canadian companies and government agencies signed agreements worth more than C$445 million (US$327 million) with their Malaysian counterparts yesterday as a top- level trade delegation wound up an Asian tour. Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien, who led the group of some 300 Canadian officials and businessmen, witnessed the signing of 43 commercial contracts and government accords in the Malaysian capital.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Government sees no necessity for log imports
Government sees no necessity for log imports JAKARTA (JP): The government considers the importation of logs to overcome the current log shortages faced by the plywood industry unnecessary as yet, Minister of Forestry Djamaludin Suryohadikusumo said. Djamaludin told journalists after reporting to President Soeharto yesterday that log shortages will eventually ease when the current rainy season ends, some time in April or May.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Only 20 minutes of fame for local bands
Only 20 minutes of fame for local bands By Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta Pop Alternative Festival was a big day for both the 3,000-strong audience and the headlining American groups, but a little disappointing for the local supporting bands. "We only got 20 minutes onstage while the foreign bands got an hour-set each," singer Nugie Nugraha told The Jakarta Post before the concert. Even these 20 minutes were lost to most.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta rock fest smells like teen mayhem
Jakarta rock fest smells like teen mayhem By Jason Tedjasukmana JAKARTA (JP): "Its my birthday," announced an excited Dave Grohl, the founder and frontman of the Foo Fighters. But the band's performance on Jan. 14 marked something much larger than just the passing of another year. The Jakarta Pop Alternative Festival witnessed the rise of a new generation of Indonesian concertgoers and an untapped potential for music promoters the world over.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Court seizes company's assets
Court seizes company's assets SURABAYA: The local district court has ordered the government to seize the remaining assets of a bankrupt company to cover its displaced workers severance pay. The court said PT Multi Manao Indonesia has neglected its obligation to pay a total of Rp 561 million in severance to its 250 workers, Antara reported. The news agency did not describe the nature of Multi Manao's business.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Autotech to produce car components
Autotech to produce car components JAKARTA (JP): Indomobil Investment Corp., an affiliate of the Salim Group, signed a joint venture agreement yesterday with Fujikiko Co. Ltd. and Marubeni Auto Sales Corp. of Japan to establish an automotive component plant with an investment of US$5.4 million. Angky Camaro, a vice president of Indomobil, said the joint venture, named PT Autotech Indonesia, is 80 percent owned by Fujikiko. The remaining 20 percent is equally owned by Indomobil and Marubeni.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Change in spelling no aberration
Change in spelling no aberration This letter is in response to opinions conveyed by two readers (The Jakarta Post, Jan. 5 and 6, 1996), regarding what one termed "disrespect for the language of England". But first, I must digress a bit and offer a hearty "welcome back" to R.B. Sawrey-Cookson, who hadn't written in quite a while. Sawrey-Cookson, I thought because of criticism from a fellow Englishman in Central Java you decided to stop writing altogether.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Wild elephant kills 2 farmers
Wild elephant kills 2 farmers BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: A wild elephant which strayed from its herd killed two farmers in a village in Lampung Tengah regency on Monday, Antara reported. People in the Rajabasa village watched in horror as the elephant first picked up 50-year-old Suratmin with his trunk before slamming him to the ground and trampling him. His neighbor, 55-year-old Toyani, was accorded similar treatment as he tried to rescue Suratmin.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Illegal timber confiscated
Illegal timber confiscated JAKARTA (JP): A team for forest supervision has confiscated 5,000 cubic meters of illegal timber from South Sumatra. The team also confiscated on Thursday 18 ships which carried timber without valid documentation, City Military Spokesman Lt. Col. Didi Supandi said recently in a press release made available to The Jakarta Post.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Eliminate the high cost economy: Kadin
Eliminate the high cost economy: Kadin JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) has called on the government to eliminate the high cost components of the economy, to stop preferential treatment of certain groups and improve the professionalism of civil servants.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
NU and the question of leadership
NU and the question of leadership The 30-million member Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) socioreligious organization grabbed headlines this week. Abu Hasan, who lost the NU chairmanship race in December 1994, has since created a rival board to challenge the incumbent leader Abdurrahman Wahid, popularly known as Gus Dur. The Jakarta Post asked Aswab Mahasin, a social and political observer, for his comments on recent developments within NU.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Plywood sale to China halts
Plywood sale to China halts SHANGHAI (Reuter): Indonesia will temporarily halt plywood supplies to China in the first quarter in 1996 due to a shortage of raw materials, Shanghai-based Business News said yesterday. The paper quoted an Indonesia Plywood Association fax as saying the coming New Year holiday in Indonesia and poor weather were also factors leading to the decision. It did not say when plywood sales to China would resume. Indonesia is the biggest source of China's imported plywood.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
'Baywatch', 'MTV' out for Ramadhan
'Baywatch', 'MTV' out for Ramadhan JAKARTA (JP): Baywatch and MTV are two of the programs that will be dropped by local television stations because they could offend Moslems as they begin their fasting ritual on Monday, the start of the holy Ramadhan month. "We're not taking any risks," Soraya Perucha, ANteve's Corporate Communication manager, told The Jakarta Post yesterday. ANteve relays the highly popular MTV music video programs as well as its locally produced version Bursa Musik Indonesia.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Number of anoa declining
Number of anoa declining JAKARTA (JP): A wildlife expert has warned that the population of anoa, a dwarf water buffalo endemic to Sulawesi, has declined to around 3,000, or about half of the estimate of 20 years ago. Alimaturahim, a conservationist based in Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi, said rapid deforestation, unchecked hunting and the government's indifference have combined to reduce the numbers of the animal, which is a protected species, Antara reported.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Power cuts disrupt traffic
Power cuts disrupt traffic MEDAN, North Sumatra: Frequent power cuts at the office which houses the Area Traffic Control System has been disrupting traffic in the city. The majority of the traffic lights in Medan are now controlled by a computer system, said B.S. Parlaungan, the chief of the Medan Traffic Authority. Each time there is a blackout, all the traffic lights connected to the system stop, he explained.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Moody's rates state banks
Moody's rates state banks HONG KONG (Reuter): Moody's Investors Service said yesterday it had assigned senior long-term foreign currency bond ratings of Baa3 and Ba1 ratings to the long-term foreign currency deposit obligations of six Indonesian state banks. Short term foreign currency obligations were rated Not Prime. Moody's also assigned Bank Financial Strength Ratings (BFSR) ranging from D-plus to E to the six banks, all 100 percent state- owned institutions.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Fresh start with Manila called for
Fresh start with Manila called for SINGAPORE (AFP): Singapore's top newspaper The Straits Times yesterday called for a "fresh start" between the city-state and the Philippines after they resolved a crisis over the hanging of a Filipina domestic here. Both should now rethink their attitudes toward each other, it suggested in an editorial after the two countries agreed to swap ambassadors 10 months after ties were disrupted by the execution of Flor Contemplacion for a double murder.
Sat, 20 Jan 1996, 00:00 WIB
Shooting association to recruit more officers
Shooting association to recruit more officers JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Shooting Association is planning to recruit more members of the military to back up its bid for a resurgence in the 19th Southeast Asian Games here next year.