Archive: 19 June 1997
62 articles found
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Time to sack redneck MP
Time to sack redneck MP Three days before flying to Jakarta I read a story in The Jakarta Post (May 16, 1997) about Pauline Hanson, the renegade Australian politician who has just recently founded her own political party "One Nation". Imagine my horror when I read that she advocated the spread of semiautomatic weapons to help defend Australia against possible attacks from Asia.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Intan Wijaya to build another formalin plant in E. Kalimantan
Intan Wijaya to build another formalin plant in E. Kalimantan JAKARTA (JP): PT Intan Wijaya Chemical Industry Tbk, a formalin and wood adhesives maker, will build its third formalin plant in Banjarmasin, East Kalimantan, an executive said here yesterday. Director Recsonlye Sitorus said after the company's extraordinary shareholders meeting that Sweden's Perstop had signed a contract Tuesday to build the plant.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Report on Indonesia
Report on Indonesia The 1997 World Bank Report on Indonesia, titled Indonesia sustaining high growth with equity praises the country's economic fundamentals but also strongly cautions the significant risks ahead, especially those related to external balance with rising private foreign borrowings.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Better labor legislation
Better labor legislation A few days ago, the government, represented by the Minister of Manpower Abdul Latief, submitted a draft labor law in a plenary session of the House of Representatives. The event should be noted as several new directives of fundamental significance are contained in the document.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
RI economy strong, yet risks loom
RI economy strong, yet risks loom JAKARTA (JP): Significant risks loom over Indonesia's economy, despite its strong fundamentals, because the current account deficit may worsen, deregulation has lost momentum and core inflation is still high, the World Bank warns.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Nike supplier sacks 447 workers: Report
Nike supplier sacks 447 workers: Report HANOI (AFP): A Korean supplier making shoes for Nike in Vietnam has sacked 447 workers at its Ho Chi Minh City factory, a report said yesterday. According to the official labor union newspaper, Lao Dong, the workers would be laid off this month after the expiry of their apprenticeships and be paid roughly US$12 compensation.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
USDA defends Brazil and Colombia coffee forecasts
USDA defends Brazil and Colombia coffee forecasts WASHINGTON (Reuter): The U.S. Agriculture Department stands by its latest estimates of Brazilian, Colombian and Indonesian coffee production, despite questions raised by an international producer group headquartered in London, department forecasters said Tuesday.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Doctor's tips for parents with asthmatic children
Doctor's tips for parents with asthmatic children JAKARTA (JP): A doctor told parents of asthmatic children here Saturday that they could treat their children themselves with the aid of a newly produced asthma information and treatment kit. F.X. Marseno told a seminar on Convenient Living for Asthmatic Patients that parents should consult with doctors to learn more about the uncurable disease, and increase their skills and confidence in caring for their children at home.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Journalist died in accident: Military
Journalist died in accident: Military UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi (JP): The military said yesterday a traffic accident was the cause of the recent death of journalist Muhammad Sayuti Haji Buchori, better known as Sanrego. Wirabuana regional military commander Maj. Gen. Agum Gumelar said Sayuti's death "had nothing to do" with his investigative reporting on corruption in Luwu subdistrict, details of which was published in the latest edition of the Pos Makassar weekly. "It was a pure accident.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
IPTN pushes N-250 plane sales in Paris
IPTN pushes N-250 plane sales in Paris By Endy M. Bayuni PARIS (JP): PT IPTN, the Indonesian state-run aircraft company, is pushing the sales of its new N-250 turboprop plane at the ongoing Paris Air Show.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
PDI proposes four governor candidate
PDI proposes four governor candidate JAKARTA (JP): The list of candidates for Jakarta's next governor increased as the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) proposed four candidates, including Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Sutiyoso. Chairman of PDI at the City Council, Lukman F. Mokoginta, said PDI proposed four candidates for the city's next governor. Besides Sutiyoso, their main candidate was Governor Surjadi Soedirdja, former chief of Jakarta military command Lt. Gen. A.M.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Support grows for nonindigenous ministers
Support grows for nonindigenous ministers SEMARANG (JP): Support is growing among scholars for the recent suggestion that nonindigenous Indonesians be included in the next cabinet. Muladi of the National Commission on Human Rights said Tuesday that, while this was "no problem," only the president could decide the cabinet lineup. "There's no law that says that cabinet ministers have to be indigenous Indonesians," said Muladi, also rector of Diponegoro University.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
S'pore to assist in baht battle
S'pore to assist in baht battle BANGKOK (DPA): Singapore will assist Thailand defend the baht by offering up to one billion dollars in re-purchasing facilities, Singapore Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong said yesterday. "This is where ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) members support one another, in extending the re-purchasing, open-draft facility for them to defend their own currency," said Goh, winding up a three-day official visit to Thailand.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Clinton meets Belo, supports E. Timor peace
Clinton meets Belo, supports E. Timor peace WASHINGTON (Agencies): U.S. President Bill Clinton briefly dropped in on a meeting to meet Dili Bishop Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo yesterday and pledged his support for peace and reconciliation in East Timor. The impromptu meeting occurred when Belo, co-winner of the 1996 Nobel Peace prize, was meeting with U.S. National Security Adviser Sandy Berger at the White House Tuesday. Clinton promised to continue raising human rights issues with Jakarta.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. News: Lintas Nusantara 2:40 Travel: My Country 2:45 Children's Film: Family Matters 3:10 Science Film: Animal Odyssey 3:35 Religious Teachings: Islam 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Performances: Pelangi Budaya 5:00 Arabic Lessons 5:30 Children's Program: Bermain Music 6:00 News: Lintasan Berita 6:05 Nusantara, The Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 TVRI News 6:53 Music 7:00 Evening News 7:35 Culture Program: Cakrawala Budaya 8:00 News: Lintasan Berita 8:05 Comedy:...
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia will hold forex club forum
Indonesia will hold forex club forum JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia will host a congress of the South East Asia Forum of foreign exchange clubs from Sept. 5 to Sept. 7 in Denpasar, Bali. Chairwoman of the organizing committee, Chatarina Widjaja, who is also a Bank Dagang Nasional Indonesia (BDNI) director said yesterday that about 150 participants were expected to take part in the upcoming congress.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
City to hold float parade
City to hold float parade JAKARTA (JP): Anyone interested in joining a parade of floats can register at City Hall until July 15. Chairman of the parade's committee, Prawoto S. Danoemihardjo, said the parade was part of the commemoration of Jakarta's 470th anniversary. "The parade will be held Aug. 24," Prawoto, who is also city assistant secretary on economic and development affairs, said. Those interested can register at the committee's secretariat at City Hall, 11 floor, Jl.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Elephants march through Ancol
Elephants march through Ancol JAKARTA (JP): Fifteen elephants from Way Kambas, South Sumatra, are scheduled to parade through Ancol Dreamland Park in North Jakarta to celebrate Jakarta's 470th anniversary on June 21. "The elephants will be accompanied by traditional Betawi and Balinese music," a press release from the park said. A fireworks display was also planned for the festivities, in addition to several popular entertainers.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Best books for children announced
Best books for children announced JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Publishers Association named Kiambang Bertaut yesterday the best children's book in 1996. Written by C.M. Nas and published by state-owned Balai Pustaka, the book is a story about the friendship of Saba, Lodan, Ripin, Danu and Jupri in Kampung Keling. The judging panel's chief, Riris K. Toha Sarumpaet, said the book was rich with ideas which were highly suitable for children.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Moslems' special fund worth Rp 300 billion
Moslems' special fund worth Rp 300 billion JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher said yesterday the special fund for Moslems at Bank Indonesia was worth Rp 300 billion (approximately US$125 million) and would increase to Rp 1.3 trillion by 2019. "The assets are derived from five years of smart saving by Bank Indonesia (the central bank)," Tarmizi was quoted by Antara as saying in Surabaya.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Asian airlines gain as jet fuel prices hit a low
Asian airlines gain as jet fuel prices hit a low SINGAPORE (Reuter): Jet fuel prices have slumped to a 20-month low giving Asian airlines a chance to raise profitability by locking in costs at well below last year's average, analysts and oil traders said yesterday.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Salute to Timor car
Salute to Timor car It is quite an honor indeed for the Timor to have been designated as the government's official escort vehicle. No longer shall they rely on those exorbitant European imports to chauffeur around government officials and their guests during auspicious occasions. The government can now do away with such conspicuous consumption and instead rely entirely on what will perhaps be the ultimate achievement in Indonesian automotive history. RONY RUCHIMAT S. Jakarta
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
No settlements reached as drivers continue to strike
No settlements reached as drivers continue to strike JAKARTA (JP): Students arrived home late and passengers spent thousands of rupiah on fares as drivers in Bogor continued to strike. As of late yesterday, a settlement had not been reached. Police arrested five people, including four drivers and one bottled-water vendor, for instigating the protest which involved all city bus routes.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bank Niaga to open two more branches
Bank Niaga to open two more branches JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed Bank Niaga is including another Asian country in its planned opening of two new branches this year, its president said here yesterday. Gunarni Soeworo did not reveal the name of the country, but said the other second would be in Cilegon, West Java. The openings will increase total branches to 64.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Badminton team to be set up for better results
Badminton team to be set up for better results JAKARTA (JP): The Badminton Association of Indonesia will set up a special team as part of its efforts to increase national shuttlers' international achievements. The association's Hadi Nasri said yesterday the team would be chaired by badminton maestro and eight time All England champion Rudi Hartono. Hartono, after a thorough study, will recommend athletes to compete in championships.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bank Surya optimistic about profit target
Bank Surya optimistic about profit target JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed Bank Surya, a subsidiary of the Golden Truly Group, booked a Rp 15.58 billion (US$6.38 million) pretax profit for the January to May period, up about 10 percent on the same period last year. Bank Surya's president A.K. Ariawan said yesterday a pretax profit of Rp 40 billion for 1997 was achievable.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
S'porean robbed in Zurich restaurant
S'porean robbed in Zurich restaurant ZURICH (AFP): A Singaporean tourist, aged 37, was robbed of her bag containing cash and objects worth 31,000 Swiss Francs (US$22,000) while drinking coffee at a central Zurich restaurant, police said yesterday. The bag, swiped from the back of the victim's chair around 8.00 a.m. (1 p.m. Jakarta time) Monday, held at least 10,000 Swiss francs and some Singaporean currency, jewels, a camera, passport and return airline ticket.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Three Pakistanis arrested for heroin possession
Three Pakistanis arrested for heroin possession JAKARTA (JP): Three Pakistani men were arrested Tuesday for allegedly possessing heroin and keeping it at their house in Central Jakarta, police said. Two were shot in the leg for resisting arrest, City Police Spokesman Lt. Col. E. Aritonang said yesterday. Police had raided the residence of two men, identified as Cms and Cmr, on Jl. Tanah Tinggi, Central Jakarta.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Tourist info available at Fair
Tourist info available at Fair JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta administration stand at the Jakarta Fair has been visited by about 1,000 tourists looking for tourist information. Tourists have also been interested in learning more about Jakarta's traditional culture, and the plans to build a subway and a three-tier transit system, the city public relations office said.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Mashill sees profit up
Mashill sees profit up JAKARTA (JP): The publicly listed Bank Mashill expects its net profit to rise about 60 percent to Rp 40 billion (US$16.6 million) this calendar year. Marketing director Leo Yasin Setiadi told reporters yesterday he was optimistic about reaching the target based on last year's strong performance.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Latief dismisses criticism over jailed labor leader
Latief dismisses criticism over jailed labor leader JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Manpower Abdul Latief dismissed yesterday international criticism over the jailing of labor leader Muchtar Pakpahan. Indonesia had come under fire from several countries at last week's International Labor Organization (ILO) meeting.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Who were Indonesia's ancestors?
Who were Indonesia's ancestors? From Merdeka In regards to National Awakening Day (May 20), I would like to raise the question: Who were our ancestors? This should strengthen and enhance our consciousness of our identity as a nation and deepen our sense of unity and integrity. I. Textbooks tell us that Indonesia's ancestors came from Yunan and South China in different periods.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Citra Aromatic approaches German bank: Shareholder
Citra Aromatic approaches German bank: Shareholder JAKARTA (JP): PT Citra Aromatic Indonesia is negotiating with a German bank for finance to develop its aromatic plant in Serang, West Java, says the chairman of one of the project's shareholders. The Medco Group's chairman, Arifin Panigoro, said Tuesday: "We are negotiating with a German bank for a US$102 million loan". Earlier, Peter F.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bank Bali wants Rp 170b net profit
Bank Bali wants Rp 170b net profit JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed Bank Bali has targeted a consolidated net profit of Rp 170 billion (US$70.8 million) this year, up 31 percent over last year. Bank Bali's president, Rudy Ramli, said the company would realize the target by expanding business networks and by aggressively marketing programs such as the instant card, which has been successfully increasing the number of savings account holders. "This year we'll open an office in Shanghai, China.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Tough environment policy needed
Tough environment policy needed By Anies Rasyid Baswedan HYATSVILLE, Maryland, United States (JP): Multinational corporations (MNCs) are the latest version of the modern corporation. Since the middle ages, modern corporations have gone through various stages with regard to corporate values evolution. The history of corporate management shows how corporations behaved toward labor in the early days of modern business.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
NTT to chase China, Southeast Asia
NTT to chase China, Southeast Asia TOKYO (Reuter): Japanese telecommunications giant Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Corp , virtually freed last week from strict governmental controls on its business, is gearing up to pursue Asian markets and multimedia services. NTT president Junichiro Miyazu told Reuters yesterday that NTT would shift its investment target overseas, particularly to China and Southeast Asia.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Petrochemical industry needs $8b investment
Petrochemical industry needs $8b investment JAKARTA (JP): A US$8 billion investment is needed in Indonesia's petrochemical sector during the current five-year development program to reach the projected annual growth rate of 15.73 percent, a government official said here yesterday. Director General of Metal, Machinery and Chemical Industries, Effendi Sudarsono said investment needed to be directed towards the development of priority products for local and foreign markets.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Lower import duties may hurt RI's auto industry: Tunky
Lower import duties may hurt RI's auto industry: Tunky JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Industry and Trade Tunky Ariwibowo said yesterday that meeting the requests of Japan, the European Union and the United States to cut import duties and luxury taxes on car components may cause problems to the country's automotive industry.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Art Agenda
Art Agenda Art exhibition: Ardiyanto Pranata at Galeri Cipta II, Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jl. Cikini Raya 73, Central Jakarta, June 19-27 Ardiyanto, famous for his batiks, presents his brilliant abstractions in this exhibition. His works have decorated many public buildings and were also shown in the Tenth Jakarta Biennial last year. Art exhibition: Graham Oldroyd & Philip Lakeman at the Chedi Hotel, Jl. Ranca Bentang 56-58, Ciumbuleuit, Bandung, Ph. 230333, Fax.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
PT Daya-Varia sells assets to efficiency
PT Daya-Varia sells assets to efficiency JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed pharmaceutical company PT Daya- Varia Laboratoria announced yesterday it would liquidate two of its subsidiaries, sell its minority shares in two other companies and sell part of its assets in a drive to increase efficiency. Daya-Varia's president Sonny Kalona said yesterday the move was approved by shareholders in an annual and extraordinary shareholders' meeting yesterday.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Activists told to ignore summonses
Activists told to ignore summonses UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi: The chief of the Jakarta-based Legal Aid Institute Foundation, Bambang Widjojanto, said yesterday that the independent poll watchdog's local activists should ignore police summonses. Bambang said the police had no legal grounds to question the unrecognized Independent Election Monitoring Committee's activities. "The police have no reason for questioning the activists," Bambang told journalists after installing A.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Lost property
Lost property A cellular phone was found on June 14, 1997 in an ATM box located in South Jakarta. Those who have lost a cellular phone can contact Ms. Ami/Ms. Retno on 3503139 during business hours, by describing the cellular phone and proving ownership. Name and address known to the editor
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Music * Hotel Horison, Jl. Pantai Indah, Taman Impian Jaya Ancol, North Jakarta: - The Anging Mamiri Garden: Fantastic Group from Philippines, Ever Green Hawaiian Band/Orkes Keroncong, Hula-hula Dances, every Saturday Night, 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. - Nelayan Bar: Sandra Lintang, Yully, Purwanto (electone & singers), Monday to Sunday, 9 p.m. to midnight. - Pondok Samudra: Dolimas Vocal Group, Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto promises no arbitrary press bannings
Soeharto promises no arbitrary press bannings JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto assured the national press yesterday that the government would not revoke publishing licenses arbitrarily. He said the press should act responsibly and place national interests above those of individuals or groups. "Press freedom is not just for the sake of freedom, but something that must be exercised responsibly," Minister of Information R. Hartono quoted the President as saying.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Branta Mulia plans tire-cord plants abroad
Branta Mulia plans tire-cord plants abroad JAKARTA (JP): PT Branta Mulia plans to set up nylon tire-cord manufacturing plants in India and China in cooperation with Du Pont de Nemours and Company as part of its expansion overseas, a company executive says. Branta Mulia's president Ibrahim Risjad said yesterday the company had signed a memorandum of understanding with Du Pont to build the new plants in the two countries. He did not say when they would start operating.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bank Mega launches new logo
Bank Mega launches new logo JP/alx JAKARTA (JP): Bank Mega launched yesterday a new identity, corporate logo and repackaged service products in a vigorous bid to become one of the ten largest banks in Indonesia. The 28-year-old bank underwent massive reform in April 1996 when it was bought by the Para Group and given Rp 50 billion (US$20.5 million) in additional equity capital.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Unclean administration 'caused recent riots'
Unclean administration 'caused recent riots' YOGYAKARTA (JP): Recent widespread sectarian and ethnic unrest was partly caused by an unclean administration, a sociologist concluded. Loekman Soetrisno of Gadjah Mada University told a seminar on Indonesia's plurality here Tuesday that the polarizing forces of ethnic and religious groups were undeniably part of Indonesia, but they would not have erupted into sectarian and ethnic clashes had they not been triggered by a "structural factor".
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
State-owned Indosat launches interactive Internet service
State-owned Indosat launches interactive Internet service JAKARTA (JP): State-owned international telecommunications carrier PT Indosat launched yesterday Indonesia Interactive, an interactive Internet service in cooperation with U.S. software company Microsoft.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
City needs more wastewater treatment plants
City needs more wastewater treatment plants JAKARTA (JP): The city needs more household wastewater treatment centers to cope with the waste of its almost 10 million people, a city official said yesterday. The city's household wastewater agency's director, Anggraini Dewi, said the city could only process one percent, or 221,000 cubic meters, of the 1.8 million cubic meters of wastewater a day. The agency has two wastewater treatment centers and two pumping stations in Setiabudi, Central Jakarta.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bandung:
Where to go in Bandung: Music and Entertainment * Horison Hotel, Jl. Pelajar Pejuang 45 No. 121, Maskumambang 8 Buah Batu: - Spec's Music Lounge and Karaoke, at 7 p.m. to 2 a.m., P&P Band and Flower Power Band, Wednesday, Saturday; Organist and Singer, daily. - Malabar Coffee Shop, open 24 hours: New Name Vocal Group, Tarambo Vocal Group, Rotama Vocal Group. - Lobby: Jaipongan Dance, Saturday, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. * Chedi Hotel, Jl. Rancabentang 56-58: Job (Pianist), Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Indorayon buys Kemira
Indorayon buys Kemira JAKARTA (JP): Asia Pacific Forest Products Ltd., a subsidiary of PT Inti Indorayon Utama (Indorayon) has acquired 100 percent of the shares of Finnish viscose fiber producer Kemira Fibers Oy. Indorayon director Brett G. Hutton said in a statement sent to The Jakarta Post yesterday the acquisition of the third largest European viscose fiber producer was completed May 1.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
No plan to build apartment on soccer field
No plan to build apartment on soccer field JAKARTA (JP): Governor Surjadi Soedirdja toned down fears yesterday that a soccer field, a rare thing in the city, would have to make way for an apartment project. He denied reports that a five-story apartment building would be built on a soccer field managed by the Jakarta Soccer Association, Persija, in Menteng, Central Jakarta.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 18, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,550 -25 68,500 AHAP Insurance 2,675 0 0 Alter Abadi 1,050 50 4,000 Alumindo Light Metal 1,125 0 325,000 Alumindo Perkasa 875 0 7,500 Aneka Kimia Raya 1,250 -25 240,500 Anwar Sierad 975 25 449,500 Apac Centertex Corp.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
New traffic system in Slipi
New traffic system in Slipi JAKARTA (JP): Motorists passing through the Slipi area are now subject to a one-way system in a bid to reduce congestion. Traffic from Jl. Slipi Dalam is directed to Jl. Slipi 1 and Jl. Slipi 2. Chief of the City Land Transportation Agency, J.P. Sepang, said Tuesday the policy was incorporated to reduce congestion along Jl. Brig. Jen. Katamso intersecting Jl. Slipi. Traffic from the Kemanggisan-Jl. S. Parman freeway heading to Slipi is now directed to Jl. Slipi 2.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Expert downplays promise of biotechnological drugs
Expert downplays promise of biotechnological drugs JAKARTA (JP): A United Nations organization special advisor cautioned yesterday about the dangers of medicines derived from natural resources using biotechnology.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Expensive parking in Bandung
Expensive parking in Bandung From Pikiran Rakyat I agree with Laniana Dachlan's opinion published in Pikiran Rakyat (June 6) about expensive parking fees in Bandung. Parking fees are higher in Bandung than in other cities. We have often entered a parking lot in Bandung and been issued a ticket indicating the start of parking hour, but all the vacant lots have already been taken up. This means we keep driving around in search of a vacancy, while the attendant is of no help.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
PDI, PPP earn more seats
PDI, PPP earn more seats MEDAN: The United Development Party's (PPP) and Indonesian Democratic Party's (PDI) North Sumatra chapters earned one more seat each in the provincial legislative council when the election results were endorsed here Tuesday. The deputy chairman of the province's election committee, Piter Sibarani, on behalf of ailing chairman Raja Inal Siregar, announced the final results. PPP won six seats, PDI three seats and dominant party, Golkar, a whopping 34 seats.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Land of the free is not open to all visa applicants
Land of the free is not open to all visa applicants By Laura Myers WASHINGTON (AP): Everybody has a story. The Indonesian couple who canceled a U.S. vacation when only the wife got a visa, the Australian barred from the land of the free because he didn't have a job, the elderly Indian woman who needed a lawyer to see her new American grandchild. Getting a tourist or business visa for even a short U.S.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
PDI and PPP cold shoulder Golkar vote offer
PDI and PPP cold shoulder Golkar vote offer JAKARTA (JP): The prospect of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) being given more seats in the House of Representatives faded yesterday as it and the United Development Party (PPP) failed to warm to the plan. The PPP said the proposal was unlawful, and the PDI continued to reject the idea outright. PPP chairman Ismail Hasan Metareum said that any such consensus "should be included in the electoral laws".
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bank debts dent confidence in Vietnam
Bank debts dent confidence in Vietnam By John Chalmers HANOI (Reuter): Confidence in Vietnam's ability to honor its financial commitments has slumped following a string of defaults by the country's cash-strapped commercial banks on millions of dollars of loan guarantees. Foreign bankers suspect that the authorities, perhaps reluctant to bail out banks because of downward pressure on hard currency reserves, are turning a blind eye to many of the delays in paying up on letters of credit.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
RI copper demand may rise strongly
RI copper demand may rise strongly SINGAPORE (Reuter): Indonesia's copper consumption is seen rising strongly over the next few years due to robust demand in the construction, power and communication sectors, a leading domestic cable maker said. Jimmy Chong, director of PT Kabelmetal, said in a paper at a copper conference in Singapore said domestic copper rod consumption grew to 93,865 tons in 1996, up sharply from 29,301 tons in 1991.
Thu, 19 Jun 1997, 00:00 WIB
Japan's trade surplus expands 72.8% to $5.1b
Japan's trade surplus expands 72.8% to $5.1b TOKYO (AFP): Japan's trade surplus with the rest of Asia expanded 72.8 percent from a year earlier to 578.0 billion yen (US$5.1 billion) in May, the finance ministry said yesterday. The surplus with Asia exceeded that with the United States and the European Union combined. Exports to Asia rose 18.9 percent to 1,796.7 billion yen, with imports edging up 3.6 percent to 1,218.6 billion yen, the ministry said.