Archive: 7 February 1997
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Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali: Music and entertainment * Grand Hyatt Bali, Nusa Dua: Poolside - Pasar Senggol, daily, 6.30 p.m. Kecak Dance, Friday and Tuesday, Legong Dance, Saturday and Wednesday, 7 p.m. Arjuna Wiwaha Dance, Sunday, 7 p.m. Balinese dance parade - Rejang dance, Puspawresti Dance, Belibis Dance & Jaran Teji Dance, Monday, 7 p.m. * Nusa Dua Beach Hotel: Budaya Open Stage - Ramayana ballet, Monday, 7.30 p.m.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Thai port project may be privatized
Thai port project may be privatized BANGKOK (DPA): Thailand's cabinet will decide the fate of Bangkok's second international airport next Tuesday with a proposal to privatize portions of the airport project in the cards, a government spokesman said yesterday. "We are studying the privatization of portions of the project, such as the airport terminal," said Poosana Oremanoch, deputy secretary-general to Prime Minister Chavalit Yongchaiyudh.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
West urged to ask Suu Kyi to tone down
West urged to ask Suu Kyi to tone down BANGKOK (Reuter): Thai foreign minister Prachuab Chaiyasarn yesterday said Western nations should ask Myanmar opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi to tone down her stance to help reach a compromise with Yangon's military leaders. "We would like to urge the West to talk to the opposition to tone down their position to cooperate with the SLORC," Prachuab said, referring to Myanmar ruling military body, the State Law and Order Restoration Council.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Closure of 'cracks' sought in multi-cultural Singapore
Closure of 'cracks' sought in multi-cultural Singapore SINGAPORE (AFP): Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong yesterday urged Singaporeans to seek common ground and close the "cracks" opened up by a heated election campaign centering on divisive issues of language, race and religion. In a Chinese Lunar New Year message to citizens, Goh warned such fissures could destroy political stability and social harmony in the prosperous city-state which takes pride in its multi-cultural character.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Pati to have cement plant
Pati to have cement plant JAKARTA (JP): PT Semen Halla Jateng is set to establish a cement plant in the Pati regency of Central Java with an estimated total investment of Rp 1.5 trillion (US$635.6 million). Soedarsono, the chairman of the provincial office of the Capital Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), said the company, jointly owned by Indonesian and South Korean companies, was now applying for the investment license.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
U.S., international uniond demand Pakpahan's release
U.S., international uniond demand Pakpahan's release WASHINGTON (AFP): U.S. and international labor union leaders led a raucous demonstration outside Indonesia's embassy Wednesday, demanding the release of a jailed Indonesian labor leader charged with subversion. AFL-CIO President John Sweeney said the demonstration kicks off an international campaign to free Muchtar Pakpahan, chief of the unofficial Indonesian Prosperous Trade Union (SBSI). Pakpahan is facing execution under subversion charges.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Mien to go to Saudi over 'prostitutes'
Mien to go to Saudi over 'prostitutes' JAKARTA (JP): Many Indonesian teenagers have been sent to work in Saudi Arabia as prostitutes, State Minister of Women's Affairs Mien Sugandhi said yesterday. "Their number is not in the tens, but has already reached the hundreds," Mien was quoted as saying by Antara. The minister reported to President Soeharto at the latter's Jl.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Constant safety is vital
Constant safety is vital From Merdeka Business tycoon Ciputra has said general safety and law certainty are prerequisites for conducting business. The recent riots in Tasikmalaya, Tanah Abang, Rengasdengklok, Karawang and the rumors about unrest in Bandung, following the destruction of a textile mill in Sumedang, have disturbed the business climate. This situation tends to discourage foreign businessmen to invest here.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
NU groups concerned over riots
NU groups concerned over riots JAKARTA (JP): Eight suborganizations of the 30-million-strong Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) warned yesterday that the recent flurry of religious and ethnic riots reflected waning public trust in the government. They said in a joint statement that the violence reflected people's frustration with political and legal institutions, which they said discriminated against the oppressed majority.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Soybean output should rise: Minister
Soybean output should rise: Minister JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Agriculture Sjarifudin Baharsjah asked private investors yesterday to help increase national soybean production to cut back imports which reached 600,000 tons last year. Sjarifudin told a press conference that Indonesia would need an additional 300,000 hectares of soybean plantations -- with a productivity of two tons per hectare -- to offset imports.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bintang drafts proposal to amend Constitution
Bintang drafts proposal to amend Constitution By Achmad Nurhoeri JAKARTA (JP): Defiant politician Sri Bintang Pamungkas has drafted a proposal to amend the 1945 Constitution, the document upon which the current political system is founded. "If the system needs fixing, then the Constitution has to be amended," Bintang told The Jakarta Post Wednesday. "The 1945 Constitution no longer fits the present situation.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Inco's earnings fell to $61.2m last year
Inco's earnings fell to $61.2m last year JAKARTA (JP): The publicly-listed nickel in matte producer PT International Nickel Indonesia (Inco) posted a net earnings of US$61.2 million in 1996, a 36.25 percent decrease from $96 million in the previous year. Inco said yesterday its net earnings per share dropped to 25 U.S. cents, compared to 39 cents per share in 1995, all based on unaudited results.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Surabaya:
Where to go in Surabaya: Music and Entertainment * Elmi Hotel: Jl. Panglima Sudirman No. 42-44: - Qemi Club: Karaoke, daily, 8 p.m. to 10.30; Disco, daily, 12.30 a.m. to 3 a.m.; Puri R and Dankdut Group, Sunday, 10.30 p.m. to 12.30 a.m.; Master Band, Monday and Wednesday, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Atlantic Band, Tuesday and Saturday, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Abouwhim Band, Thursday, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Gress Band, Friday, 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. * Majapahit Hotel: Jl.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Warders quizzed over jailbreak
Warders quizzed over jailbreak PADANG, West Sumatra: The authorities have questioned two warders in connection with the escape of two inmates from Maninjau Prison. Head of the West Sumatra Ministry of Justice office Ali Amran Djanah said the authorities wanted to find out if the warders had colluded with the prisoners. Ali said the fugitives' whereabouts are still unknown and various law enforcement officers are continuing to search for them.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Show no Chinese affinity in 'Imlek'
Show no Chinese affinity in 'Imlek' JAKARTA (JP): Governor Surjadi Soedirdja called for people celebrating Chinese New Year not to show any Chinese affinity during the festival which falls tomorrow. Decorations, banners, printed matter and logos revealing Chinese culture must not be displayed in public places during the celebration, Surjadi said. "Parties, dramas, dance or other cultural performances with a Chinese theme are not allowed in any public places," he said. In written appeal No.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Two traders kidnapped in RP
Two traders kidnapped in RP MANILA (AFP): Two ethnic Chinese-Filipino traders were kidnapped by heavily armed men in downtown Manila, police said yesterday. Kok Ko, Edward Sy and a Filipina housemaid identified only as Sharon were forced into a car late Wednesday by the unidentified men wielding armalite rifles along Quezon boulevard in the commercial district of Quiapo, police said quoting witnesses.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Japanese press blasted
Japanese press blasted JAKARTA (JP): An 82 year-old Japanese military veteran has criticized his country's newspapers for overexposing riots in Indonesia, saying the coverage may tarnish the Soeharto government's image. Shizuo Miyamoto, deputy president of Nihon Indonesia Kyokai (the Indonesia-Japan Friendship Organization), said the culprits were the major dailies Asahi Shimbun and Mainichi Shimbun. Miyamoto accused the dailies of dramatizing the series of riots that rocked Indonesia recently.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
England vs Italy live on 'SCTV'
England vs Italy live on 'SCTV' JAKARTA (JP): Local soccer fans will be given the rare treat of watching live the battle of two European soccer giants, England and Italy, in the qualifying round of the European Cup at Wembley Stadium on Feb. 13. SCTV will broadcast the match at 3 a.m. West Indonesia Time next Thursday. Soccer fans are no strangers to these sides, which both have star-rated players and fanatic supporters.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia, singled out, tells Japan to back off
Malaysia, singled out, tells Japan to back off KUALA LUMPUR (DPA): Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad told Japan yesterday to quit accusing Malaysia of hampering World Trade Organization (WTO) talks to free up the telecommunications sector because it has yet to submit any offers despite next week's deadline.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Nike company denies bad labor conditions
Nike company denies bad labor conditions SERPONG, Tangerang (JP): PT Pratama Abadi Industri, a subcontracting firm producing world-renowned Nike sportswear, has denied abusing workers, saying the company's labor conditions were much better than the Indonesian government required. Company president, Seo Yeong Yul said the company's management had complied with the Indonesian labor laws and met all the requirements of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between U.S.-based Nike Inc.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Idul Fitri exodus might peak tomorrow
Idul Fitri exodus might peak tomorrow JAKARTA (JP): The number of travelers leaving the city may peak to tomorrow despite earlier predictions the exodus would ease if it peaked yesterday and today. Only 10 out of the 15 additional bus terminals were operating yesterday while the four main intercity terminals were not too crowded. Only 15,721 passengers had departed from the Pulo Gadung terminal, East Jakarta yesterday by 2 a.m. compared to at least 40,000 Sunday.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
ISO 9002 for Shinta
ISO 9002 for Shinta JAKARTA (JP): PT Shinta Budhrani Industries, a manufacturer of dyed and printed fashion fabrics, has received an ISO 9002 certificate from state-owned surveying company Sucofindo. The certificate was awarded yesterday by Hardi Gianto, Sucofindo's director of quality and development, to the company's chief commissioner, Toto Hermijanto.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Good schools are rare
Good schools are rare We arrived in Sunter, North Jakarta, in July last year. Our choice of schools was limited by distance. However, at the time a new school called Singa Kindergarten had opened in the area. The idea of having a school on the third floor of Plaza Metro Sunter Mall was strange, but then again anything is possible here. As the name suggests, the school program is based on a Singapore model. A group from Singapore invited me to visit their school.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Hari needs to build self confident
Hari needs to build self confident JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's Hariyanto Arbi says he is ready for the India Open badminton championship in New Delhi next week despite lacking self-confidence. Hariyanto, nicknamed Hari, told The Jakarta Post yesterday that he was ready to fight in the tournament although he still needed to improve his confidence. "All I can say is that I'll do my best. Physically, I'm fine but I need more time to adapt to competition conditions," he said.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
S'pore politician faces eight suits
S'pore politician faces eight suits SINGAPORE (Reuter): Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong and 10 other ruling party members have filed eight individual and joint defamation suits against Workers' Party leader Joshua Jeyaretnam, the Straits Times said yesterday. The newspaper had earlier reported that the group of ruling People's Action Party (PAP) leaders were suing the veteran opposition politician for allegedly defaming them, but the number of suits had not been specified.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Contract guarantees rights of mining contractors
Contract guarantees rights of mining contractors JAKARTA (JP): Mining investors and the Indonesian government must agree on a contract of work (COW) before exploration work can start, Minister of Mines and Energy I.B. Sudjana says. "I should reaffirm here that a COW guarantees the right to mine for the contractor which found the economically viable mineral deposits," Sudjana said Wednesday.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
RP to pursue mining without risking environment: Ramos
RP to pursue mining without risking environment: Ramos MANILA (AFP): Philippine President Fidel Ramos said yesterday his government would pursue mining as a "dependable option" for economic development without risking the environment. Noting an increase in mining applications from foreign firms, Ramos said "high returns of investments" would be guaranteed by the government's move towards sustainable mining.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
No rest for RI capital market
No rest for RI capital market By Sahala Sianipar JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian capital market performed well in 1996 due partly to the continued flow of overseas capital, greater participation of domestic investors and strong earnings posted by banks, consumers and manufacturing industries. rates in 1996 and its active policy in keeping inflation low contributed to the spectacular gain recorded by equity markets both in developed and developing countries. The U.S.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Strict rules imposed on imported fishing boats
Strict rules imposed on imported fishing boats JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Agriculture Sjarifudin Baharsjah reiterated yesterday that the government's decision allowing companies to import fishing vessels was based on the credibility of a company and its ability to meet government requirements. Sjarifudin said that one of the most important considerations in selecting a company to import ships was to ensure that it would use them for its own operations.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
MQM set to play key role in Pakistan
MQM set to play key role in Pakistan KARACHI (AFP): The Mohajir Qaumi Movement (MQM), an influential ethnic-based group, has bounced back after four years of isolation to play an important political role in Pakistan's Sindh province following Monday's elections. The MQM, target of a crackdown during the rule of ousted prime minister Benazir Bhutto, secured 28 seats in the 109-member Sindh provincial assembly. Provincial elections were staged alongside the national polls.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Rights committee to probe rape
Rights committee to probe rape DILI: The National Commission on Human Rights plans to investigate allegations that military personnel raped a young woman in November last year, a local activist said here yesterday. "The investigators are due here for a two-day visit after the Idul Fitri holiday, possibly Feb. 11th," head of the East Timor committee branch Alex Rifialy told The Jakarta Post.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
DSTP offering shares to public without listing
DSTP offering shares to public without listing JAKARTA (JP): PT Dua Satu Tiga Puluh (DSTP), a company set up by the government last February to finance a US$2 billion passenger jet project, called N-2130, is now offering shares to the public, but not listing on the capital market. DSTP President Saadillah Mursjid said his company planned to raise about Rp 2.8 trillion ($1.19 billion) through the public offering until the year 2006, when the jet planes were ready for sale.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
CPO imports will continue: Beddu
CPO imports will continue: Beddu JAKARTA (JP): The National Logistics Agency (Bulog) has pledged to continue importing crude palm oil (CPO) to stabilize domestic cooking oil prices. Beddu Amang, Bulog's head, said the agency would keep importing olein, which costs Rp 150 a kilogram more overseas than on local markets, although this would amount to a significant subsidy. He said the agency lost about Rp 15 billion (US$6.4 million) a year to stabilize cooking oil prices.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Ramadhan time for Jakarta
Ramadhan time for Jakarta Friday Maghrib 6:19 p.m. Saturday Imsak 4:27 a.m. Subuh 4:37 a.m.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Analyst sees young officers reshaping ABRI's role
Analyst sees young officers reshaping ABRI's role YOGYAKARTA (JP): The most appropriate role for the Armed Forces (ABRI) in Indonesia's future sociopolitical arena is one which elicits people's respect for it, a military analyst says. Yahya Muhaimin, from Gadjah Mada University, said he believed the new generation of younger officers with increasing influence would take the lead to achieve the ideal.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
KL bans youths from smoking
KL bans youths from smoking KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's government is to pass new laws in March to ban young people under the age of 18 from smoking introducing fines of up to $400, newspapers reported here yesterday. The existing 1993 laws will be amended to prohibit those aged below 18 from "smoking, chewing tobaccos and possessing cigarettes," Health Minister Chua Jui Meng said.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
The contest for Busang's gold
The contest for Busang's gold The battle for control of the Busang gold mine in East Kalimantan isn't over. The intensity of the contest is natural. The gold mining business is an undertaking that holds out the promise of enormous profits and the Busang assets that are at present being contested are truly formidable. The East Kalimantan gold mine is estimated to contain at least 92 million ounces of gold, which makes it one of the largest in the world.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Activists demand better transport
Activists demand better transport JAKARTA (JP): Discriminatory practices in the public transport sector must give way to safe, reliable services during holiday seasons, activists said yesterday. Wahyu, a People's Transport Committee spokesman, said that the public transport system fails to meet the needs of the majority who, unlike officials, must jostle for tickets at bus and train stations to reach their hometowns.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Telkom expects higher revenues
Telkom expects higher revenues JAKARTA (JP): State telecommunications firm PT Telkom estimated that its total revenue would exceed Rp 3.69 trillion (US$1.55 billion) in 1996. The state-owned domestic telecommunication provider's revenue reached Rp 3.69 trillion in the third quarter of 1996, Antara quoted company financial director Harry Supangkat as saying in Bandung yesterday.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Thais seeks aid for Mekong bridge
Thais seeks aid for Mekong bridge TOKYO (AFP): A former Thai prime minister sought Japanese financial support yesterday for a second bridge to be built across the Mekong River linking Thailand with landlocked Laos, Japanese officials said. The officials said the request was made by former premier Chatichai Choonhavan during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
JSX composite index reaches new high
JSX composite index reaches new high JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) continued to gain ground yesterday as prices rose for second-line and several blue chip stocks. The JSX Composite Index, the local market's benchmark index, gained 7.42 points to close at a new high of 694.28, with over 135.1 million shares changing hands on the regular trading board.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
State wants trial of NII members
State wants trial of NII members JAKARTA (JP): State prosecutor Azwar Safirin urged the South Jakarta District Court Wednesday to try three members of an obscure organization called the Indonesian Islamic State (NII). Azwar has charged the three men -- two from Bogor and another from South Jakarta -- with sowing public hatred against the government. If found guilty, they face a maximum seven years imprisonment.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
'Timor cars shipped to RI all brand-new'
'Timor cars shipped to RI all brand-new' JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Surveyor Indonesia confirmed yesterday that all Timor sedans shipped from the Kia Motors plant in South Korea to Indonesia were brand-new. "We have so far inspected 14,635 Timor sedans at the Kia Motors plant according to the specifications given by the buyer (PT Timor Putra Nasional) and found all of them to be brand-new cars," Surveyor Indonesia's Operations director Ray Williams asserted yesterday.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
SEAG to spend Rp 6b on ceremonies
SEAG to spend Rp 6b on ceremonies JAKARTA (JP): The organizing committee plans to spend Rp 6 billion (US$2.5 million) on the opening, torch lighting and closing ceremonies of the SEA Games here in October. Putera Astaman, the official in charge of ceremonies, said yesterday that the opening ceremony, which would involve about 14,300 students, would cost as much as last September's National Games' ceremonies. He said that only 3,300 students would appear in the closing ceremony.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Travel: My Country 2:35 TV Series: Animated Classic 3:05 Teenagers' Program: Remaja Indonesia 3:30 TV Series: Emergency Call 4:05 Comedy: Situasi 4:30 Student's Quiz : Cerdas Cermat 4:55 Filler 5:00 News: Siaran Berita TVRI 5:30 Talk Show: Harmoni Kehidupan 6:00 News: Lintasan Berita 6:05 Nusantara, The Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 English News Service 7:00 Evening News 7:25 Filler 7:30 Your Information: Sebaiknya Anda Tahu 8:05 Travel: Permata Nusantara...
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Police confirm escape of alleged heroin smuggler
Police confirm escape of alleged heroin smuggler JAKARTA (JP): National Police confirmed yesterday the escape of an alleged heroin smuggler, Limbane Cosmo, from one of its detention centers, while the Directorate General of Immigration alerted its offices to prevent the fugitive from leaving the country. Brig. Gen. Nurfaizi, spokesman for the National Police, said he had no idea how the South African passport holder could have escaped from his cell.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
The Listening Post
The Listening Post Produced by American Language Center in cooperation with The Jakarta Post and Radio Sonora FM 100.9 Mhz * "The Legacy of Bretton Woods" documents an event of great importance for the modern world, in the inimitable style of BBC Topical Tapes. "Fifty years ago this summer, delegations from around the world gathered in an American village called Bretton Woods. Their mission was momentous: to reconstruct out of the ruins of the Second World War a new economic order.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Customs promises a faster flow of imports
Customs promises a faster flow of imports JAKARTA (JP): The Directorate General of Customs and Excise has again assured worried businesspeople that imports will be cleared faster when it regains its inspection authority starting April 1. Director of Verification Roy Ronald Lino said yesterday that the customs office had prepared a system which would guarantee a smoother flow of imports.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Betawis want city to buy Condet area
Betawis want city to buy Condet area JAKARTA (JP): An office in charge of preserving the native Jakartan Betawi culture, urged the administration to buy land in Condet, East Jakarta to ensure the remains of the culture there remained intact. Badan Musyawarah Betawi Head Abi Djamroh said there used to be three areas representative of Betawi culture. They were Kampung Gedong, Kampung Teguh and Condet, all in East Jakarta. Unfortunately, he said, the latter two have vanished.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN business summit
ASEAN business summit JAKARTA (JP): One-hundred business leaders from the United States have confirmed they will attend the first ASEAN business summit to be held here on March 12 and March 13. Chairman of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Aburizal Bakrie, said yesterday business leaders from European countries, Australia, Japan and other Asian countries would also participate in the summit.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Turtle breeding draws experts
Turtle breeding draws experts PRAMUKA ISLAND: Four international experts visited a turtle breeding center on Pramuka in the Thousand Islands Marine National Park in Jakarta Bay Wednesday. The center, one of a few such facilities in the world, was accorded international fame after President Soeharto and German Chancellor Helmut Kohl visited in October to observe the hatching of Hawkbill turtle eggs. The latest visitors were Dr. Col Limpus of the Australian Department of Environment, George H.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Surprise! You're Wahyu's father
Surprise! You're Wahyu's father By Listiana Operananta JAKARTA (JP): Some "revelations" travel slower than others in this information age. Akhmad Riyadi only learned he was the proud father of Indonesia's 200-millionth citizen yesterday, nearly 24 hours after the honor was announced nationwide. Riyadi has been in nearby Bekasi for the past two weeks attending a vocational course to prepare him to train in an automotive plant in Japan.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Zarina lawyers ask court to dismiss ecstasy case
Zarina lawyers ask court to dismiss ecstasy case JAKARTA (JP): Defense lawyers for Zarina, a budding TV actress charged with producing, possessing and distributing 29,677 Ecstasy pills, urged the West Jakarta District Court yesterday to dismiss the case because the state prosecutors' indictment was defective according to law.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Walhi proposes tax on industrial polluters
Walhi proposes tax on industrial polluters JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Forum for Environment (Walhi) has proposed that Indonesia introduce a law forcing polluters to pay an environmental tax. Forum executive director Emmy Hafild said Wednesday night the state could use the money from the tax to fund conservation programs. She said that many companies recently listed as Indonesia's largest taxpayers could be the target of the proposed tax.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 6, 1997: ---------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume ---------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,000 0 0 AHAP Insurance 2,675 0 0 Alter Abadi 1,175 0 18,500 Alumindo Light Metal 1,350 25 179,000 Alumindo Perkasa 750 0 7,500 Andayani Megah 1,050 0 373,000 Aneka Kimia Raya 1,325 0 410,500 Anwar Sierad 2,000 75 79,500 Aqua Golden Mississippi 4,250 0...
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Megawati defies police summons over gathering
Megawati defies police summons over gathering JAKARTA (JP): Ousted leader of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) Megawati Soekarnoputri defied a police summons yesterday to answer charges of hosting an illegal political gathering on Jan. 10. On Wednesday, Megawati's husband Taufik Kiemas defied the same summons. Their lawyers, led by R.O. Tambunan, told the police yesterday his clients refused to appear because the summonses had legal defects and were "incomplete".
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Buses, taxis adequate for city during holiday
Buses, taxis adequate for city during holiday JAKARTA (JP): A city official said yesterday there will be enough public buses for Jakarta residents, despite the many buses being used for Idul Fitri intercity transportation. The head of City Land Transportation Agency, J.P. Sepang, said yesterday public buses used to transport people to their hometowns during the annual Lebaran (Idul Fitri) exodus will not affect city transport.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Correction
Correction Correction: The U.S. dollar conversion of Indosat's net profit published in yesterday's article Indosat's earnings rose to $22 million in 1996 should have read US$220 million. We apologize for the error. -- Editor
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Suwandi, Andrian expected to win their opening matches
Suwandi, Andrian expected to win their opening matches JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia expects to win its two matches today on the first day of its Davis Cup Asia Oceania Group I round against the Philippines at the Indoor Courts Philippine Columbian Association in Manila. Suwandi was drawn at 10:00 a.m. yesterday for the first singles match. The draw took place at the Foreign Ministry Hall in Boulevard Pasay City, Manila. He is expected to beat Robert Angelo today at 10.00 a.m.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Music * Dai-ichi Hotel, Jl. Senen Raya 135, Central Jakarta: - Morgan's 1072 Classic Disco: - Boombastic Band, Saturday, 9.30 p.m. to 1 a.m. - Smart Band, Wednesday, 9 p.m. to 12.30 a.m. - Rhythim Nine Band, Thursday, 9 p.m. to 12.30 a.m., Saturday, 9.30 p.m. to 1 a.m. - Acid Speed Band, Friday. at 9 p.m. to 12.30 a.m. * Dusit Mangga Dua, Jl. Mangga Dua Raya, Jakarta: - Equinox: VOX-B Band, Monday to Thursday, at 9 p.m to 2 a.m., Friday to Saturday, at 9 p.m.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
'Govt explanation on mining should satisfy investors'
'Govt explanation on mining should satisfy investors' JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry believes that the government's clarification of its mining policy should help bring in investors. Chamber chairman Aburizal Bakrie said yesterday that the government's confirmation that it would honor mining contracts of work (COW) should convince investors of the government's commitment to welcoming foreign participation in the sector.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
Alatas criticizes U.S. team's visit to RI over Riady
Alatas criticizes U.S. team's visit to RI over Riady JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian foreign minister Ali Alatas has brushed off reports that a team from the U.S. is to come here to investigate alleged illegal foreign campaign donations, saying it would be better to conduct an inquiry in America rather than come all the way to Indonesia. "The Indonesian government has no connection whatsoever with this matter," Alatas told journalists at a breaking-of-the-fast dinner Wednesday night.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997, 00:00 WIB
A damper on a feast
A damper on a feast The recent ruling announced by Waluyo, the deputy secretary general of the General Elections Institute, that all campaign television speeches broadcast in the run-up to the upcoming general elections must be screened by the government before they go on air, sounds familiar. "The screening team will ensure that the speeches do not undermine (the state ideology) Pancasila, slander government officials or attack other election contestants," Waluyo said.