Archive: 12 May 1997
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Mon, 12 May 1997
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:30 p.m News: Lintas Nusantara 2:40 Travel: My Country 2:45 Cartoon Film: The Ink Thief 3:10 TV Drama: Diantara Kita 3:35 Belief in God The Almighty 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Family's Welfare 5:00 Indonesian Lessons 5:25 Variety Show: Country Tracks 5:30 Sports 6:00 News: Lintasan...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Soldiers teach in Irian Jaya schools
Soldiers teach in Irian Jaya schools JAKARTA (JP): Members of the Armed Forces (ABRI) serving in Irian Jaya have been called up to teach at rural elementary schools due to a severe shortage of teachers.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Political parties view to claim Moslem vote
Political parties view to claim Moslem vote YOGYAKARTA (JP): Under the hot March sun, about 20,000 members of Indonesia's largest Moslem organization Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) gathered at Simpang Lima Plaza in Semarang, Central Java, to see their leader Abdurrahman Wahid and his new ally Siti Hardiyanti...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Manila to examine Spratly complaint
Manila to examine Spratly complaint MANILA (DPA): President Fidel Ramos promised China that Manila would look into its diplomatic protest over an incident on a reef off the disputed Spratly Islands, in which Philippine navy patrols forced Chinese vessels to leave the area, a palace statement said...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Medan Police stop digging
Medan Police stop digging MEDAN: Police say they have suspended their search in Sei Semayang for the bodies of women which they suspect were killed by a shaman in Medan, North Sumatra.The head of Medan Police information office, Lt. Col.
Mon, 12 May 1997
RI woes Canadian firms despite Busang case
RI woes Canadian firms despite Busang case MONTREAL (JP): Indonesian and Canadian trade ministers agreed here over the weekend that the Busang debacle in East Kalimantan should not disturb trade and investment relations between the two countries.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Singapore said to have drug cartel
Singapore said to have drug cartel SINGAPORE (DPA): Syndicates in Singapore -- a nation known for its strict intolerance of illegal drugs -- are believed to be playing a key role in the international marketing of the drug Ecstasy, reports in the island republic said yesterday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Phone disruptions in Penggilingan
Phone disruptions in Penggilingan JAKARTA (JP): State telecommunications company PT Telkom announced Wednesday that its excavations in Penggilingan, East Jakarta, had disrupted 200 telephone lines with prefix numbers 460, 461 and 4682. Damages would be fixed by next Monday, a spokesman said.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Harmoko almost loses his comb
Harmoko almost loses his comb BAUCAU, East Timor: Golkar chief Harmoko forgot to take his comb, speech text and cash from his yellow party jacket before he gave it to a girl during a campaign here Saturday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Walsh says gold hoax was a 'horrendous blow'
Walsh says gold hoax was a 'horrendous blow' MONTREAL (AFP): Bre-X Minerals chief David Walsh said Friday that a police investigation into the Busang gold strike hoax in Indonesia was "moving rapidly."In an interview with Canadian Press, Walsh also said he had hoped right up to the last minute that...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Govt inconsistent on 'steril' campus policy
Govt inconsistent on 'steril' campus policyBy Ariefuddin Saeni and Hasanuddin Hamid UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi (JP): Months before the election campaign started, the government was firm that university campuses would be barred from political activities.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Texmaco gets $100m loan
Texmaco gets $100m loan JAKARTA (JP): The Texmaco Group, a major textile company in Indonesia, has placed a US$100 million floating rate note issue with a consortium of major international banks led by Hong Kong- based Sumitomo Finance.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Singapore Interpol fugitive arrested in Ujungpandang
Singapore Interpol fugitive arrested in Ujungpandang JAKARTA (JP): A man wanted for fraud by Singapore Interpol was arrested mid last week by Ujungpandang immigration officials, an official said Saturday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
A radical's rise
A radical's rise Rumors have been rife for the last couple of years that Malaysia's premier was preparing to announce his retirement in 1997 and hand over the reigns of power to his anointed successor the following year.Prime Minister Dr.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Kartu Halo
Kartu Halo After thirteen years of reading The Jakarta Post and deriving much pleasure from "This Odd World" and "Your Letters" columns, I have finally been inspired to share a story with my fellow readers.In November 1996 I purchased a Kartu Halo for use with a handphone which I already possessed.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Singapore feels vulnerable
Singapore feels vulnerable SINGAPORE (Reuter): A survey published in the Straits Times newspaper yesterday showed that Singaporeans had grown more aware of the city-state's vulnerability after a recent row with Malaysia.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Kids' participation in campaign criticized
Kids' participation in campaign criticized JAKARTA (JP): The participation of minors in political campaigns has drawn criticism from observers.Psychologist S.C. Utami Munandar from the University of Indonesia's School of Psychology, former lecturer of the same faculty Sartono Mukadis, and education...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Mandarin Oriental Jakarta, Jl. MH Thamrin, Central Jakarta: - Chequers: Freakwincey Band from New Jersey (USA), playing 70's music up to modern Hop Hop and Funk, daily (except Sunday), 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. * Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza, Jl. Gatot Subroto Kav.
Mon, 12 May 1997
RI to host corn expo
RI to host corn expo JAKARTA (JP): About 100 companies from China, Argentina, the United States, South Korea and Ukraine are to participate in an international corn exhibition here from Sept. 25 to Sept. 28, focusing on agricultural equipment, the showcase's organizer said Saturday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Puncakjaya's donation
Puncakjaya's donation JAKARTA (JP): PT Puncakjaya Power, which owns and operates a 194 megawatt electric system supporting PT Freeport Indonesia's mining operation in Irian Jaya, has donated US$15,000 to Indokids, a nonprofit organization that gives Indonesian children an opportunity to a U.S.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Pickup becomes campaign platform
Pickup becomes campaign platform RANGKASBITUNG, West Java: Broke and riddled with internal conflict, the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) cannot afford to build a platform to stage a campaign.When its turn to campaign came on Saturday, local PDI leaders turned a pickup into an emergency platform...
Mon, 12 May 1997
'Road Show 1997' to begin today
'Road Show 1997' to begin today JAKARTA (JP): Fifteen private companies will hold a four-day workshop for graduates and final year students of Atma Jaya Catholic University beginning today.The workshop, called "Road Show 1997", will include presentations and recruitment tests.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Toll road monster
Toll road monsterFrom KompasWe experienced a devastating accident on Sunday, March 30, 1997, when we had just entered onto the Jakarta-Cikampek toll road through the East Bekasi toll gate on our way to Jakarta.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Branded or nonbranded PCs: An increasingly tough choice
Branded or nonbranded PCs: An increasingly tough choiceBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): Another friend from The Jakarta Post recently asked for my help in putting together a PC for his family. I checked the latest prices of components in Glodok, West Jakarta, and did some arithmetic.
Mon, 12 May 1997
U.S. agrees to stall on national car policy issue
U.S. agrees to stall on national car policy issueBy Riyadi MONTREAL (JP): The United States has agreed to continue bilateral talks with Indonesia concerning the latter's controversial national car policy.But the U.S.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Reforestation for Kaliurang resort
Reforestation for Kaliurang resort YOGYAKARTA: Reforestation efforts will get underway soon on 200 hectares of land in the Kaliurang tourist area destroyed by eruptions of the Merapi volcano.The eruptions began three years ago, head of the provincial forestry office Slamet Djumantoro told a group...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Moslems will never again 'be neglected'
Moslems will never again 'be neglected' YOGYAKARTA (JP): Political observer Riswandha Imawan from Gadjah Mada University has been closely following the government's effort to win Moslems' hearts. He discussed the issue with The Jakarta Post.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Fires damage office, factory and house
Fires damage office, factory and house JAKARTA (JP): Fires damaged part of a four-story office building in South Jakarta, a leather processing factory in North Jakarta and an empty house in West Jakarta on Saturday. No fatalities were reported.The first fire started at about 5:30 a.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Indonesia wins four golds at Arafura Games
Indonesia wins four golds at Arafura GamesBy Primastuti Handayani DARWIN, Australia (JP): Indonesia's second string athletes successfully won four gold, six silver and six bronze medals in the second day of the Arafura Games yesterday.Silvy Triana clocked 2:28.
Mon, 12 May 1997
PPP struggles to hold on to support of Moslems
PPP struggles to hold on to support of Moslems YOGYAKARTA (JP): Hundreds of United Development Party (PPP) supporters roaming the streets of Yogyakarta on motorcycles were a common sight even before campaigning officially began.
Mon, 12 May 1997
WB provides $110m loan for Bali infrastructure
WB provides $110m loan for Bali infrastructure JAKARTA (JP): The World Bank has approved a US$110 million loan to help finance an urban infrastructure development project in Bali and improve the sustainability of infrastructure services in that province.
Mon, 12 May 1997
No air condition on Sembrani train
No air condition on Sembrani train On April 25, 1997, I traveled on the Sembrani train from Gambir Station to Pasar Turi Station in Surabaya. It was the first time that I took a trip on this particular train.
Mon, 12 May 1997
PPP has evidence of poll rigging attempts
PPP has evidence of poll rigging attempts JAKARTA (JP): The United Development Party (PPP) stood by its recent allegation of poll rigging attempts, but said it had faith in the government's handling of the problem.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Who's afraid of Nyai Roro Kidul?
Who's afraid of Nyai Roro Kidul? CILACAP, Central Java: For the sake of the general election, the local government is risking the wrath of Nyai Roro Kidul, the Queen of the Indian Ocean in Javanese mythology.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Miscalculation shapes political alliance
Miscalculation shapes political alliance The joint election campaign between supporters of the United Development Party (PPP) and those of Megawati, the ousted leader of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI), has gained people's attention.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Harmoko proves his loyalty
Harmoko proves his loyalty KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Despite his busy campaigning schedule, Golkar boss Harmoko has proven his faith to his wife is not fading.When presenting a handkerchief to a would-be first time voter during a campaign here Saturday, he assured her it was no "love...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Campaign schedule for Indonesia for May 12, 1997:
Campaign schedule for Indonesia for May 12, 1997: Party Campaign areas Important campaigners ---------------------------------------------------------------- PPP Banda Aceh, Sumatra, Aisyah Aminy, Ali Hardi Kiaidemak, Bali, East and West Nusa Tosari Widjaya, Rusjdi Hamka, Tenggara, East Timor...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Pudjiadi's net profit up
Pudjiadi's net profit up JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed PT Pudjiadi & Sons Estate posted a net profit of Rp 2.38 billion (US$1.01 million) last year, an increase of 3.8 percent over the previous year.The company said in a statement Saturday that the firm's total sales surged by 6.6 percent to Rp 35.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Al-Falah cooperates with renowned U.S. partner
Al-Falah cooperates with renowned U.S. partner JAKARTA (JP): An Islamic preschool, which combines Islamic teachings with an international education standard, was introduced in Cibubur, East Jakarta, on Friday. It is the first of its kind in Indonesia.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Foreign presence on JSX expected to remain strong
Foreign presence on JSX expected to remain strong JAKARTA (JP): Trading on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) is expected to remain strong this week, with foreign investors likely to further dominate trading activities.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Bakrie embarks on resort project in Lampung
Bakrie embarks on resort project in Lampung JAKARTA (JP): The Bakrie Group will join with the government in developing a resort area geared to adventure tourism in Kalianda, Lampung.They have established PT Krakatau Lampung Tourism Development Corporation (KLTDC) to develop the 340-hectare resort...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Economist cites red tape in fishery
Economist cites red tape in fishery BOGOR, West Java (JP): A mountain of bureaucratic procedures is obstructing development of the fishery sector, an economist said yesterday.Didik J. Rachbini of the Institute for Development of Economics and Finance (Indef) said red tape was so prevalent in the...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Police shoot 63 bandits this year
Police shoot 63 bandits this year JAKARTA (JP): City Police spokesman Lt. Col. E. Aritonang yesterday said the number of criminals shot by police from January to April this year was more than 60."So far about 63 criminals have been shot by police.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Police investigate Megawati's role in disturbances
Police investigate Megawati's role in disturbances JAKARTA (JP): The police are investigating the possible involvement of Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) ousted leader Megawati Soekarnoputri in recent election campaign disturbances.Police spokesman Lt. Col.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Alliance for change
Alliance for change The emergence of a new political alliance, albeit unofficially, between supporters of the ousted Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) chief Megawati Soekarnoputri and the United Development Party (PPP) is probably about the only surprise anyone can expect from this year's general...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Pest plagues coconut plantations
Pest plagues coconut plantations TERNATE, Maluku: Coconut farmers are on the alert after an outbreak of the sexava pest destroyed acres of plantations in Halmahera during the past five months.North Maluku Regent Abdullah Assagaf said here Saturday that the outbreak began in October of last year and...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Tri Polyta reviews supply
Tri Polyta reviews supply JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed PT Tri Polyta Indonesia announced over the weekend that it had reopened negotiations on its long-term propylene supply with PT Chandra Asri.Chief Executive Officer of Tri Polyta, Markus Hartanto said that the negotiations would focus on the...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Mahathir reminds of Malay struggle
Mahathir reminds of Malay struggle KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad reminded members of his ruling party, which marked its 51st anniversary yesterday, to uphold the struggle of the Malay race.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Thousands flunk elementary grades
Thousands flunk elementary grades PALANGKARAYA, Central Kalimantan: More than 33,600 students in state and Islamic elementary schools will have to repeat the grade this year.This is from 299,422 students studying at 814 elementary schools in the area, according to head of the Central Kalimantan...
Mon, 12 May 1997
President's aides 'misunderstand their position'
President's aides 'misunderstand their position' YOGYAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto's half brother and noted businessman Probosutedjo said Saturday that many high-ranking officials did not fully understand their position as the President's aides.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Astra helps small business with Rp 912b
Astra helps small business with Rp 912b JAKARTA (JP): PT Astra International will allocate Rp 912.99 billion (US$375.56 million) this year to help small businesses and cooperatives in the country, the company's executive said.
Mon, 12 May 1997
APEC determined to lead sectoral liberalization
APEC determined to lead sectoral liberalizationBy Riyadi MONTREAL (JP): Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) trade ministers reaffirmed their commitment here over the weekend to leading trade and investment liberalization globally and to working toward free trade in financial services.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Top racers to take part in Mesran rally
Top racers to take part in Mesran rally JAKARTA (JP): Top national racers have confirmed participation in the Gudang Garam-Mesran rally in Palembang, South Sumatra, on June 14.So far 18 racers have registered for the one-day rally, the organizers announced yesterday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Jakarta retail sector stays attractive
Jakarta retail sector stays attractiveBy Nada Muljadi and Stephen Doe JAKARTA (Reuter): As instructed by President Soeharto on April 23, the government is to issue a regulation after the election banning big retailers from opening new stores in towns classified as Dati II, the term for the next...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Golkar campaign focuses on Busang, corruption issues
Golkar campaign focuses on Busang, corruption issues JAKARTA (JP): Corruption issues and other scandals were a focal point at Golkar campaign rallies yesterday in Sulawesi and Kalimantan.In Manado, Golkar functionary Ginandjar Kartasasmita commented on the Busang gold hoax and the controversial...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Cahaya Kalbar to acquire PT Mintawi for Rp 62b
Cahaya Kalbar to acquire PT Mintawi for Rp 62b JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed cocoa and edible oil producer PT Cahaya Kalbar will take over PT Mintawi, another edible oil producer, as part of its expansion program.