Archive: 3 August 1996
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Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Gen. Edi opens national target shooting program
Gen. Edi opens national target shooting program CILODONG, West Java (JP): The Indonesian Target Shooting Association and the Armed Forces began their four-year training program for military and police officers at the Army's shooting range yesterday.Chairman of the association Gen.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
RI's export-led industries need new investments
RI's export-led industries need new investments JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia needs more investments in labor- intensive and resource-based industries, which have dominated the country's non-oil exports, to maintain their competitiveness in the global market, a senior economist said.Mari E.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on August 2, 1996: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ---------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,175 25 28,000 AHAP Insurance 2,700 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 650 -25 500 Andayani Megah 1,250 -50 1,856,500...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Sukanto joins Sarana Riau
Sukanto joins Sarana Riau JAKARTA (JP): The chairman of the widely diversified group Raja Garuda Mas, Sukanto Tanoto, will become one of the major shareholders in Sarana Riau Ventura, the newly established venture capital company in Riau province.P.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Corruption and collusion
Corruption and collusionFrom Berita BuanaCorruption and collusion seem to be committed without guilt. This happens in the higher echelon, and maybe other levels as well. It seems that the culprits are incapable of distinguishing good from bad. They are only interested in material gain.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Belated Manggarai underpass completed
Belated Manggarai underpass completed JAKARTA (JP): The Manggarai underpass in South Jakarta, which was planned 20 years ago, has finally been completed.The underpass, which connects Jl. Sultan Agung and Jl.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Fishing reform not contradictory
Fishing reform not contradictory JAKARTA (JP): The government has dismissed critics alleging the recent deregulation in the fisheries sector as contradictory to earlier rulings.The Ministry of Agriculture yesterday said the deregulation, which, among other things, allowed the importation of fish...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Over 5,000 workers go on strike
Over 5,000 workers go on strike JAKARTA (JP): Some 5,150 employees of three private companies in Jakarta, Bekasi and Bogor went on strike Thursday to demand better wages and allowances.The strike which started at 9 a.m.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
First aid
First aidFrom KompasWith regards to Ms. Yossephine's complaint Pingsan di Makro tidak ditolong (No help when I fainted in Makro), published in Kompas on July 24, 1996, I would like to make the following comments.The complaint suggests that Makro has no concern for consumers while they shop.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Wood smuggling rampant in C. Java
Wood smuggling rampant in C. Java SEMARANG, Central Java: Over 250,000 cubic meters of illegal timber has been smuggled into Central Java in the first half of this year.The head of the province's forestry office, Yaman Mulyana, said that 253,007 cubic meters had been smuggled in without papers.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Foreign firms not deterred by riots
Foreign firms not deterred by riots SURABAYA (JP): Despite last weekend's major rioting in Jakarta, foreign businesspeople seem unconcerned about making new business deals with Indonesian partners.Executives of eight U.S.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Fifth music concert for AIDS
Fifth music concert for AIDS JAKARTA (JP): A non-governmental organization advocating AIDS prevention, Yayasan Pelita Ilmu, will stage its fifth music concert on Sunday in the Ancol Dreamland Park.Rock, reggae, country and pop will be presented at the concert featuring, among others, the Rastafara,...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Government to promote fish consumption
Government to promote fish consumption JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian government will promote fish consumption as part of the celebrations for the XVI World Food Day.State Minister of Food Ibrahim Hasan told reporters yesterday the government has chosen fish consumption as the theme for World Food...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
JSX regains confidence, stocks rebound
JSX regains confidence, stocks rebound JAKARTA (JP): Most counters on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) made a "technical rebound" yesterday on easing concern about Indonesia's political situation, following the delay of a court hearing, dealers said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Rioters were not PDI activists, Soerjadi says
Rioters were not PDI activists, Soerjadi says JAKARTA (JP): The government-backed chief of the Indonesian Democratic Party, (PDI) Soerjadi, refuted charges yesterday he triggered the July 27 to July 28 massive riots in the capital.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Businesspeople may regain confidence in six months
Businesspeople may regain confidence in six months LONDON (JP): Indonesia, which was hit by anarchic riots on July 27, is expected to regain the confidence of foreign investors within six months, says the chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Farsighted approach sought
Farsighted approach sought When the government decided to put (the state-run) Merpati Nusantara Airlines under the wings of (the national carrier) Garuda Indonesia, it thought the measure would produce an integrated enterprise whose two elements would be mutually complementing and which would be...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Cabin crew recruitment
Cabin crew recruitment I refer to the July 30 letter Cabin crew recruitment and your reader's comments about a recruitment exercise conducted in Jakarta on May 1 and May 2.The reader stated that Singapore Airlines was seeking to hire crew members between 18 and 25 years of age.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Broken Olympic dream
Broken Olympic dream Considering the highly optimistic send-off given to the national Olympic team last month, there is every reason to be disappointed with the poor showing of our athletes in Atlanta. Indonesia's best medal hopes were in badminton, but our players only managed a single gold, one...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Expats probed for visa abuses
Expats probed for visa abuses JAKARTA: The immigration office has been investigating 18 Canadian and United States citizens for allegedly abusing their immigration privileges.The director of surveillance and litigation of immigration, Zaiman Nurmatias, said the foreigners are suspected of working...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Hotel Dai-ichi, Jl. Senen Raya 135, Central Jakarta. - Mezzanine Lounge: The Praise Vocal Group, nightly except Sundays, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. * Hotel Aryaduta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Los Morenitos Vocal Group, Monday,...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
PDI crisis typifies local politics
PDI crisis typifies local politicsBy Onghokham JAKARTA (JP): In every election held under the New Order government, the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) has always come third, even though its supporters seemed so numerous and enthusiastic during campaigning in the last two elections.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
S&P upgrades Polysindo rating to 'BB'
S&P upgrades Polysindo rating to 'BB' JAKARTA (JP): Standard & Poor's raised its corporate rating on PT Polysindo Eka Perkasa (Polysindo) to 'BB' from "BB minus' and took the rating off its CreditWatch list.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
By Onghokham
By Onghokham PDI crisis reflects local political culture JAKARTA (JP): In every election held under the New Order government, the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) has always come third, even though its supporters seemed so numerous and enthusiastic during campaigning in the last two elections.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
TV today
TV todayTVRI 12:00 p.m Travel: Wajah Negeriku (My Country) 12:05 TV Series: Gaiking 12:30 Sports 1:05 TV Series: Out of The Blue 2:30 Sport: Olmpiad '96 from Atlanta - live 5:00 News Program 5:25 Travel : Wajah Negeriku (My Country) 5:30 Creation Innovation 6:05 Around the Archipelago: West...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
'Environmental concerns not widely shared'
'Environmental concerns not widely shared' JAKARTA (JP): Public and government indifference has hampered the effectiveness of environmental campaigns, environmentalists said yesterday.Mas Achmad Santosa, director of the Indonesian Center for Environmental Law, said the bureaucrats and the public...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Police send summons to Megawati over riot
Police send summons to Megawati over riot JAKARTA (JP): Police said yesterday that they have sent a summons requesting Megawati Soekarnoputri, the embattled leader of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI), to their office on Monday for questioning in connection with last week's riots.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
PLN undecided on power buying deal with CEPA
PLN undecided on power buying deal with CEPA JAKARTA (JP): State-owned electricity company, PT Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN), has yet to decide if it will buy electricity from the Tanjung Jati "B" power plant at a price lower than initially agreed upon.PLN's director for planning P.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Developer summoned over floods
Developer summoned over floods JAKARTA (JP): Governor Surjadi Soedirdja ordered the South Jakarta mayor yesterday to summon the management of a private developer whose project allegedly triggers flooding in Guntur subdistrict, South Jakarta.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Possible AIDS cure, a dream for many
Possible AIDS cure, a dream for manyBy Tom Wright JAKARTA (Reuter): For one pregnant, HIV-infected patient at the Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital in Jakarta, talk in Canada of a possible cure for the killer disease AIDS can only be a pipedream.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
East Java PDI conflict, a ticking time bomb
East Java PDI conflict, a ticking time bombBy Ainur R. Sophiaan SURABAYA (JP): The capital city of Jakarta has recently seen the worst manifestation of the political conflict within the minority Indonesian Democratic Party.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Former athlete netted for drug sale
Former athlete netted for drug sale JAKARTA (JP): A former national billiards athlete was arrested yesterday on charges of having sold Ecstasy pills at a discotheque at Central Hotel in Central Jakarta.Central Jakarta Police Chief Lt. Col.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Regency suspends suspect on charges of raping a minor
Regency suspends suspect on charges of raping a minor TANGERANG (JP): The regency office has temporarily suspended the head of a district health agency who was accused of raping his 14-year-old adopted daughter and sexually molesting the girl's sister.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Taman Mini offers recreational and cultural experience
Taman Mini offers recreational and cultural experienceBy Marina Kaneti JAKARTA (JP): The Cook travel guide rates it as one of the biggest tourist attractions in Jakarta. Many residents of Jakarta confess that they have never been there, and everyone agrees that it is best to avoid weekends.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Rivers to be dredged for flood prevention
Rivers to be dredged for flood prevention JAKARTA (JP): The city public works will spend Rp 15 billion (US$ 6.52 million) dredging twelve rivers from September in a bid to curb the flooding expected next rainy season, Dargono Danuprawiro, the head of the city office of the Ministry of Public Works,...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Bishop Belo not enthusiastic on statue inauguration
Bishop Belo not enthusiastic on statue inauguration JAKARTA (JP): East Timor's Bishop Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo gave a cool response yesterday to news that the Jesus Christ statue will be inaugurated by the government.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
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.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Kramatdjati bus firm yet to install safety devices
Kramatdjati bus firm yet to install safety devices JAKARTA (JP): The management of an intercity bus firm which lost one bus in a fire killing 29 passengers said it is yet to install safety equipment on its fleet.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Japans's ANA applies for service to Indonesia
Japans's ANA applies for service to Indonesia TOKYO (AFP): Japan's All Nippon Airways Ltd. (ANA) said yesterday it had applied to the transport ministry to begin a service to Indonesia.ANA said it was planning a twice-weekly service between Narita, Jakarta and Denpasar, using a 213-seat Boeing...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
U.S. encourages pluralism in Indonesia
U.S. encourages pluralism in Indonesia WASHINGTON (Reuter): The United States will encourage a transition of power in Indonesia that reflects the country's growing interest in greater pluralism, Secretary of State Warren Christopher said on Thursday.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Sembawang's yard profits
Sembawang's yard profits SINGAPORE (Reuter): Singapore's Sembawang Corp says it expects its new shipyard on the Indonesian island of Karimun to be profitable in its third year of operations, the Straits Times said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Parking attendants get insurance
Parking attendants get insurance BOGOR, West Java: The Bogor municipality is implementing a program to insure the city's parking attendants for accidents.The head of the Bogor parking office, E. Lesmana, said the program for 500 parking attendants was the first in the country.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Poland calls on Indonesian firms to join economic forum
Poland calls on Indonesian firms to join economic forum JAKARTA (JP): The Polish government called on Indonesian companies to participate in its first economic forum with Southeast Asian countries due to be held in Warsaw on Sept. 2 to Sept. 3.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Theft near KFC
Theft near KFC On June 30 at about 7:45 p.m. my family and I ate at the Kentucky Fried Chicken on Jl. Pajajaran in Bogor, West Java. I parked my car in a place that was not very well illuminated. I felt it was safe enough as a security guard and parking man were nearby.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
House payments raised by 400%
House payments raised by 400% SURABAYA, East Java: Sriyono, the president director of the state-owned public housing company (Perumnas), turned a deaf ear to the protests of hundreds of potential home buyers after the company suddenly raised its down-payments by 400 percent for modest houses in...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
BRI to issue $70m notes
BRI to issue $70m notes HONG KONG (Reuter): State-owned Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) is planning a US$70 million floating rate note or floating rate certificate of deposit issue, sources familiar with the transaction said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Latief asks workers not to go on strike
Latief asks workers not to go on strike SIDOARDJO, East Java (JP): Minister of Manpower Abdul Latief told 1,000 workers here yesterday to resolve their industrial disputes on the negotiating table, not on the streets.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
More companies applying for PCN licenses
More companies applying for PCN licenses JAKARTA (JP): At least 120 companies have applied for the government's licenses to provide Personal Communication Network (PCN) services in the country, sources said.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Less tourists visit Baliem
Less tourists visit Baliem JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: The Baliem Valley has seen an 80 percent drop in the number of foreign tourists since the end of its kidnapping saga in May.The head of the local tourism, post and telecommunications office, Poernomo, told Antara yesterday that the decline could...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Bogor continues to demolish illegal Puncak buildings
Bogor continues to demolish illegal Puncak buildings BOGOR, West Java (JP): Demolishing of houses and villas without building permits in Puncak is still going on to prevent further damage of the water catchment area.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Peddlers' fate
Peddlers' fateFrom RepublikaI work in an office on Jl. Rasuna Said. On July 18 at about 2 p.m. it seemed many peddlers were running for their lives while being chased by uniformed public order officers. I was quite taken aback by the scene.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
New CPO export price set
New CPO export price set JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Finance announced here yesterday new export prices for Crude Palm Oil (CPO), Refined Bleached Deodorized Palm Oil (RBD PO), Crude Olein and Refined Bleached Deodorized Olein (RBD Olein) valid for this month.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Cassette plant accused of pollution
Cassette plant accused of pollution JAKARTA (JP): Residents in the Duri Kosambi district of West Jakarta are complaining again about the air pollution which they say stems from a nearby cassette factory.
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
Indonesian shuttlers share guilt over failures
Indonesian shuttlers share guilt over failures ATLANTA, Georgia (Agencies): Indonesian badminton players celebrated their Olympic medal winning run here on Thursday -- in grief.The lunch get-together, which followed an evaluation meeting held at the homestay of the Badminton Association of...
Sat, 03 Aug 1996
U.S. firms unconcerned about making new business deals here
U.S. firms unconcerned about making new business deals here SURABAYA (JP): Despite last weekend's major rioting in Jakarta, foreign businesspeople seem unconcerned about making new business deals with Indonesian partners.Executives of eight U.S.