Archive: 12 March 1997
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Wed, 12 Mar 1997
RI and Australia to sign maritime agreement
RI and Australia to sign maritime agreement JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia and Australia are to sign a maritime agreement Friday delineating the continental shelf and their Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) in three areas.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Poll rigging exposers jailed
Poll rigging exposers jailed SEMARANG: Ungaran district court sentenced two students to two years in prison Monday for claiming to have exposed violations of the 1992 election rules by government officials.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
ASEAN CCI strives to wipe out poverty
ASEAN CCI strives to wipe out poverty JAKARTA (JP): The ASEAN Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASEAN CCI) supports ASEAN 2020's economic vision of eradicating poverty and increasing the region's share of world trade.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Never let differences divide, Wahono says
Never let differences divide, Wahono says JAKARTA (JP): House Speaker Wahono reminded the nation yesterday that differences are acceptable and should not be allowed to cause enmity and division between people.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Zarina tried to bribe us, say police officers
Zarina tried to bribe us, say police officers JAKARTA (JP): Three police officers testified in court Monday that Zarina, charged with possession of Ecstasy, tried to bribe them as they confiscated a safe containing the drug from her house.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Dua Satu Tiga Puluh offers shares to public
Dua Satu Tiga Puluh offers shares to public JAKARTA (JP): PT Dua Satu Tiga Puluh, a company established by President Soeharto to support the development of a prototype of the N-2130 passenger national jet aircraft, yesterday began the offering of the company's shares to the public.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
U.S., RI to boost trade ties
U.S., RI to boost trade ties JAKARTA (JP): A delegation of almost 100 senior U.S. business executives will be in Jakarta from March 12 to March 14 to promote U.S.-Indonesia trade investment relations and participate in a series of programs to understand ASEAN.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Community of free traders
Community of free traders The presence of more than 600 business leaders from all over the world, including 100 from major American corporations, at the first ASEAN business summit which opens today speaks volumes about the region's economic potential.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Ramos bans screenings of maid's life story
Ramos bans screenings of maid's life story MANILA (AFP): Philippine President Fidel Ramos yesterday banned a movie on Filipina maid Sarah Balabagan's ordeal in the United Arab Emirates, saying it could upset ties between Manila and Abu Dhabi, officials said.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Democracy vs efficiency at WTO
Democracy vs efficiency at WTOBy Djauhari Oratmangun This is the second of two articles. GENEVA (JP): What lessons from the Singapore Ministerial Conference-WTO can we expect to characterize future multilateral trade negotiations within the WTO system?First, negotiations within the WTO system --...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Golf body hopes locals will rise at Indonesia Open
Golf body hopes locals will rise at Indonesia Open JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Golf Association hopes seven locals will qualify for the final of the Satelindo Indonesia Open 1997 next month."We hope national players Maan Nasim, Kasiyadi, Ilyasak and Marno are among the qualifiers," association...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Pollution detector installed
Pollution detector installed PURWAKARTA, West Java: An air pollution monitoring instrument will soon be installed in this rapidly industrializing district of West Java, Antara reported yesterday."It's time for Purwakarta to have such an instrument to measure the air pollution caused by the town's...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Public to get Subway project explanation
Public to get Subway project explanation JAKARTA (JP): The public will be informed about the progress of the subway project as soon as financing and other matters are clear, Governor Surjadi Soedirdja said yesterday.Surjadi said not everything was clear yet.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Radisson Hotel, Jl. Pecenongan 72, Central Jakarta: - Lobby Lounge Bar; Vino on Bass and Yudi on Piano, Mona and Nongky (Singers), Monday to Saturday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. * Ancol Travelodge, Jl. Lodan Timur No.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Supreme Court asked to address lawsuit rumors
Supreme Court asked to address lawsuit rumors JAKARTA (JP): Lawyers representing Megawati Soekarnoputri called on the Supreme Court yesterday to respond to growing rumors that the law courts have succumbed to government pressure in trying cases involving the ousted PDI chairwoman.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Indonesia defeats Kiwis in Federation Cup opening
Indonesia defeats Kiwis in Federation Cup opening JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Fed Cup team defeated New Zealand 2-1 yesterday on the first day of Group A's round-robin matches at the Asia Oceania Qualifying Group I in Wellington.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Sempati rating lowered
Sempati rating lowered JAKARTA (JP): Pefindo, Indonesia's only credit rating agency, has decided to downgrade the rating of PT Sempati Air's Rp 50 billion (US$21.09 million) commercial paper to B with from A-4 previously.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Rendani airport to be renovated
Rendani airport to be renovated MANOKWARI, Irian Jaya: The Ministry of Transportation is to set aside more than Rp 1 billion (approximately US$426,439) this year to renovate Rendani Airport, in Manokwari regency, Irian Jaya.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Govt to restrict air ticket sales
Govt to restrict air ticket sales JAKARTA (JP): The government plans to stop travel agents selling airline tickets to avoid price manipulation, a senior official said yesterday.The Director General of Air Transportation, Zainuddin Sikado, said travel agents running tour packages and selling airline...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Poll watchdog denies calling for boycott
Poll watchdog denies calling for boycott BOGOR (JP): The unrecognized Independent Election Monitoring Committee denied yesterday circulating anonymous leaflets urging townspeople to boycott the May 29 general election.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto A: BookJP/byiOLD PALS: Three senior journalists, Rosihan Anwar (left to right), Muchtar Lubis and Jakob Oetama, chat during the launching of Tajuk Tajuk Muchtar Lubis, a new book published by the Obor Foundation to commemorate Lubis's 75th birthday.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Soeharto says critics ignorant of govt system
Soeharto says critics ignorant of govt system JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto said yesterday that his administration's critics did not seem to understand the basics of Indonesia's political system.The President said certain people were eager to propose an overhaul of the system but the alternative...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Newly returned bishop meet ABRI leaders
Newly returned bishop meet ABRI leaders DILI (JP): Mgr. Basilio do Nascimento, the newly ordained bishop of Baucau, East Timor, spent his first full day home after his January ordination in Rome meeting with local military officers.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Documented insanity delays murder trial
Documented insanity delays murder trial JAKARTA (JP): The Los Angeles triple murder case trial was delayed yesterday after proof that the defendant had twice been hospitalized for 'mental disorder' was read in court.Prosecutor J.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Workers protest unjust treatment
Workers protest unjust treatment JAKARTA (JP): At least 150 PT Intermitra Ragamulia Industries's workers protested at the House of Representatives Monday about threats of arbitrary dismissal from their employer.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
PT Indorama secures US$175 million in loans
PT Indorama secures US$175 million in loans JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed polyester maker PT Indorama Synthetics has obtained syndicated loans worth US$175 million from 13 international banks.The company said the agreement for the loans, which mature in three years, was signed in Singapore...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Conglomerates 'may not control economy'
Conglomerates 'may not control economy' JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto insisted yesterday conglomerates would not be allowed to control the national economy and called for more emphasis on the development of small businesses and cooperatives.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
PLN's meter readings
PLN's meter readings I do not think too many voices would be raised in dissent if I say that PLN is an inefficient outfit -- and I am not referring to the blackouts which, to be fair, seem to be getting less frequent in our area, though I still have to call in our very noisy generator from time to...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Rubber futures prices up
Rubber futures prices up SINGAPORE (AFP): Rubber futures prices in Singapore ended higher yesterday on bigger turnover, dealers said.Volume for the four contracts traded on the Singapore Commodity Exchange Ltd. climbed to 2,665 tons from 1,295 tons a day earlier.April RSS 1 was last traded at 174.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Malaysia starts rubber pact, urges fair prices
Malaysia starts rubber pact, urges fair prices KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysia, the world's third largest rubber producer, launched a global rubber price pact yesterday and urged consumers, especially the world's five big tire makers, to support prices.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Teenager married a transvestite
Teenager married a transvestite JAKARTA (JP): Shockwaves of disbelief are rippling through an East Kalimantan community after it emerged a local teenager's bride is in fact a transvestite, reports said yesterday.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Top riders line up for motocross c'ship
Top riders line up for motocross c'ship JAKARTA (JP): The world's top 15 riders are expected to fight an exiting battle next week in Yogyakarta at the World 125cc Moto Cross Championship, the season's opening competition.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
F-16 crash blamed on weather
F-16 crash blamed on weather JAKARTA (JP): Armed Forces Chief Gen. Feisal Tanjung confirmed yesterday that one person died when an Air Force F-16 fighter crashed on landing at the Halim Perdanakusumah military air base Monday.Feisal blamed the accident on the weather.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
The Stage
The Stage I am writing in reference to the article Jakarta cafe culture catches on (Sunday, March 9, page one). The article read: "Beyond the success of a number of cafes many have also failed. The Stage, Blue Note, Upstairs, Zach and Metropolis are just a few of the unsuccessful ventures.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Disinterested or lazy
Disinterested or lazy I agree with G.S. Edwin (Sunday, March 9) that the phrase "It's so easy" is not usually very constructive. However, in the case of the Indonesian language, it is perfectly true. Any foreigner who is still unable to hold a simple conversation in Indonesian within six months of...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Soeharto visits Nasution in hospital
Soeharto visits Nasution in hospitalAntara JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto visited Gen. (ret) Abdul Haris Nasution at Gatot Soebroto Army Hospital yesterday.The President was accompanied by Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono and his daughter Titiek Prabowo.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Fadel to go ahead with plan to take over GKG
Fadel to go ahead with plan to take over GKG JAKARTA (JP): The chairman of the Bukaka group, Fadel Muhammed, will go ahead with his plan to take over the assets of the bankrupt Golden Key Group (GKG) despite rumors that he faces financial difficulties in doing so.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Inefficiency causes fall in textile exports
Inefficiency causes fall in textile exports JAKARTA (JP): The poor performance of Indonesia's services sector was blamed yesterday for the declining growth of textile and textile-product exports over the past few years .
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
ASEAN CCI want active private sectors
ASEAN CCI want active private sectors JAKARTA (JP): The ASEAN Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASEAN CCI) has called on private sectors to be more active in influencing their governments to establish an integrated economy in Southeast Asia.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Policeman found murdered
Policeman found murdered JAKARTA (JP): A policeman was found murdered at his home in the police housing complex in Cilangkap, East Jakarta, the City Police spokesman said yesterday.Lt. Col. E. Aritonang said the victim, Sgt.Maj.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
The fundamentals of moral integrity
The fundamentals of moral integrityBy Mochtar Buchori JAKARTA (JP): In times of turmoil, hope and fear, I always look for somebody who is dependable, conscientious and morally courageous. I need to recognize such personalities to generate a feeling within myself that I am not walking blindly, but...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
S. Sulawesi gets new daily
S. Sulawesi gets new daily UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi: A new regional newspaper, Binabaru, was launched here yesterday. It will be in competition with Fajar and Pedoman Rakyat.Truitje Musila is the general manager while Sayamsu Nur is the chief editor, Antara reported.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Police called on to stick to ethics
Police called on to stick to ethics JAKARTA (JP): A former National Police Chief called yesterday on police officers to stick to police ethics in their work.Gen. (ret) Kunarto said ethical behavior improved the professionalism of the police and encouraged people to trust the police more.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Feisal firm on ABRI's dual role
Feisal firm on ABRI's dual role JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces (ABRI) will stick to its dual defense and sociopolitical function for the foreseeable future, its commander Gen. Feisal Tanjung said yesterday.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Philips' markets new handset
Philips' markets new handset JAKARTA (JP): Dutch telecommunications equipment maker Philips Consumer Communications, introduced its new cellular handset yesterday which offers voice dial.The handset, dubbed Spark, is part of Philips' new series of Global System for Mobile (GSM) terminals after...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Illegal flyer suspects get legal aid lawyers
Illegal flyer suspects get legal aid lawyers JAKARTA (JP): The Foundation of the Indonesian Legal Aid Institute (YLBHI) confirmed yesterday that three men detained by police for allegedly possessing inflammatory flyers had asked RO Tambunan to defend them.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Comfort women to sue Japan, government
Comfort women to sue Japan, government YOGYAKARTA (JP): Almost 250 comfort women forced to work for the occupying Japanese troops during the Second World War are rejecting a government plan to divert Rp 9 billion (US$4 million) to rest homes, their lawyers said yesterday.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Quake damages over 100 houses
Quake damages over 100 houses TERNATE, Maluku: One hundred and eight houses in Galela district, North Maluku regency, are in various states of disrepair after an earthquake and a number of aftershocks hit the region last Thursday, Antara reported yesterday.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Archers' training off target
Archers' training off target JAKARTA (JP): The female archery squad's discord is only a misperception between the archers and their coach, according to the SEA Games team archery training director.Udi Harsono said Monday the dispute had arisen because the archers' training programs were...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Problems of the post-shipment import system
Problems of the post-shipment import system Beginning next month, the inspection of imports will change from pre-shipment inspection to on-arrival inspection. Economist Hartojo Wignjowijoto, president of PT Aspecindo Kreasi, a business consulting company examines the shift.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on March 11, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------- Dharmala Insurance 1,500 0 0 Ades Alfindo 1,025 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,025 -25 170,000 AHAP Insurance 2,675 0 0 Argha...
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
PT Eterindo to issue 170m shares
PT Eterindo to issue 170m shares JAKARTA (JP): Integrated chemical producer PT Eterina Wahanatama will list 170 million shares or 25 percent of its capital on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges in May.
Wed, 12 Mar 1997
'Lebaran' holidays
'Lebaran' holidaysFrom Pikiran RakyatAfter reading Kang Atang Ruswita's letter about "Lebaran" holidays on Feb. 14, 1997, I came to the conclusion that neither Ayi, who brought up the holiday matter, nor Akang who commented on it, were aware of the holiday regulations pertaining to Civil Service...