Archive: 3 July 1997
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Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Navy plans to buy Russian ship
Navy plans to buy Russian ship JAKARTA: The Indonesian navy plans to purchase a Russian troop ship, Navy Chief Admiral Arief Kushariadi was quoted by Antara as saying here yesterday.Negotiations with Moscow to buy the 8,000-tonne ship "is almost done," Kushariadi said, but did not elaborate on the...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Political parties support Golkar redefinition idea
Political parties support Golkar redefinition idea JAKARTA (JP): The two minority parties -- the United Development Party (PPP) and the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) -- supported yesterday the idea of redefining Golkar's position in the political system.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Banjarmasin riot trial begins
Banjarmasin riot trial begins JAKARTA (JP): The Banjarmasin District Court began yesterday to try 13 people suspected of involvement in a May 23 riot that claimed 123 lives.The session was closed to the public as most defendants were minors, Antara reported.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Phhoto caption
Phhoto captionPhoto A: BahtReuterBAHT SWEAT: Bank of Thailand Governor Rerngchai Marakanond (right) wipes the sweat from his face after announcing the Thai Baht currency flotation. The float unexpectedly caused the currency to dive on the foreign exchange market, but was welcomed on the Thai stock...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
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.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Sudjana will not force COW changes
Sudjana will not force COW changes JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Mines and Energy I.B. Sudjana said yesterday the government would seek, not force changes to mining regulations which would oblige foreign mining companies to grant 10 percent of their ventures to the state.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Sumatran tiger captured
Sumatran tiger captured BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: After nearly three weeks a team of hunters captured Tuesday a Sumatran tiger believed to have attacked locals several times over the past month.A hunter from the province's natural resources conservation office, Udung O.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
RI needs more pediatric neurologists: Expert
RI needs more pediatric neurologists: Expert JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia needs to train more pediatric neurologists up to the standard of foreign physicians who are expected to stream in during the coming free trade era, an expert said yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
High cost economy
High cost economyFrom Suara KaryaWe know that commodities and services in Indonesia are more expensive than elsewhere in the world. Ironically, they are now being promoted under the recommendation that we should love our own products to anticipate the free market with competitiveness in price and...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Sri Lankan guerillas hold foreign crew at their base
Sri Lankan guerillas hold foreign crew at their base COLOMBO (AFP): Tamil Tiger guerrillas are holding the two Indonesians and seven local crew members abducted from a Sri Lankan ferry at a northwestern rebel base, officials said yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Macau prepares for its 'reunification'
Macau prepares for its 'reunification' MACAU (AFP): The clock began ticking on Macau yesterday, as residents of this tiny Portuguese-administered enclave searched for signs of their own future in Hong Kong's return to Chinese rule.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Thailand neighbors fear domino effect currency devaluation
Thailand neighbors fear domino effect currency devaluation MANILA (Reuter): Thailand's de facto devaluation sent tremors through the region yesterday, and analysts warned that even if neighboring economies were in better shape there was a risk of contagion.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Asian banks take steps to prevent 'tequila effect'
Asian banks take steps to prevent 'tequila effect' HONG KONG (AFP): Asia central banks are likely to try to stabilize regional currencies to prevent a "tequila effect" from spreading following the Bank of Thailand's move to float the baht, analysts said.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Dengue death toll reaches 30
Dengue death toll reaches 30 PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: An outbreak of dengue fever here has killed 30 people in the months to May this year, with Mayor Husni pledging Tuesday to fighting the disease.Husin said in a plenary meeting with his staff that the mayoralty would increase preventive and...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
TV today
TV todayTVRI 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 Music: Pelangi Budaya 5:00 Arabic Lessons 5:30 Variety Show: Jendela Dunia 6:00 News: Lintasan Berita...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Indonesia's per capita tea consumption still very low
Indonesia's per capita tea consumption still very low JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's per capita tea consumption is only about 200 grams a year, chairman of the Indonesian Tea Association, Rachmat Badruddin, says.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Indonesia may barter for Russian fighters
Indonesia may barter for Russian fighters JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's decision to buy jet fighters and other military hardware from Russia now appears to hinge only on financial arrangements, including the possibility of a barter.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Cafe Batavia, Jl. Taman Fatahillah, West Jakarta: Live jazz music, Tuesday to Saturday, 9.30 p.m. * Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant, Jl. Kemang Raya No. 10 South Jakarta: Lemon Tea Band, Thursday. Kin/Deja Vu, Friday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Boxing biting causes chaos
Boxing biting causes chaos MANILA (AFP): One Filipino fan was shot dead by his uncle while another bit his neighbor's ear during arguments over boxer Mike Tyson's disqualification for chomping on Evander Holyfield's ear in their world heavyweight title bout, a newspaper reported yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Fighting corruption
Fighting corruptionFrom MutiaraEliminating corruption was a major theme during the election campaign. Whether it was only an empty promise or a genuine aspiration of the political parties remains to be seen. We have yet to be informed on how their concept is to be implemented to achieve the goal.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Telkom suffers Rp 690m loss due to riots
Telkom suffers Rp 690m loss due to riots JAKARTA (JP): PT Telkom lost an estimated Rp 690 million (US$281,747) due to equipment damage in riots during the election campaign period in May, the state-owned telecommunications firm's president Asman A. Nasution said yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Dances show palaces' glorious past
Dances show palaces' glorious pastBy K. Basrie CIREBON, West Java (JP): Dance troupes from four royal courts gave a taste yesterday of the glory days when tiny kingdoms ruled what is now Indonesia.Although royal courts no longer retain any significant political power, the dancers' elegance and...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Jurong wins contract
Jurong wins contract SINGAPORE (Reuter): Jurong Engineering Ltd said yesterday it had won additional contracts in Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia worth more than Singapore $40 million.It said in a statement its unit PT Jurong Engineering Lestari was currently working on a boiler construction...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Tana Toraja celebrates anniversary
Tana Toraja celebrates anniversary TANA TORAJA, South Sulawesi (JP): Tana Toraja, one of Indonesia's most famous tourist destinations, is celebrating its 750th anniversary with a week of cultural shows.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Alleged arsonist believed killed in Tanah Tinggi fire
Alleged arsonist believed killed in Tanah Tinggi fire JAKARTA (JP): Relatives of a mentally handicapped man believe the charred remains of a body found in the man's burned out house in Tanah Tinggi, Central Jakarta, are his.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Govt to issue rules on partnerships
Govt to issue rules on partnerships JAKARTA (JP): The government has decided to move ahead with its plan to require large companies to form partnerships with small and medium companies and cooperatives, a minister said yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Son attacks his own father
Son attacks his own father JAKARTA (JP): Police arrested a 21-year-old man yesterday for allegedly attacking his father with a machete.City Police Spokesman Lt. Col. E. Aritonang said the attack took place after the father told the man, Saud Sugumanarto, 21, he could not marry his girlfriend.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Council announces 12 candidates for next governor
Council announces 12 candidates for next governor JAKARTA (JP): The City Council officially announced yesterday 12 proposed candidates for Jakarta's next governor.However, one of the candidates, Council Speaker M.H.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
New coal briquet factory
New coal briquet factory JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto will officially open a coal briquet factory in Gresik, East Java, Heri Supriyanto, the head of Indonesia's briquet coal development body, said here yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Police proceed with Father Sandyawan case
Police proceed with Father Sandyawan case JAKARTA (JP): Police have decided to proceed with a case involving Catholic priest Ignatius Sandyawan Sumardi who was questioned last year for sheltering three youth activists wanted by police.Sandyawan's lawyer, Luhut M.P.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Cerdas, Antonio shine in Bali chess tourney
Cerdas, Antonio shine in Bali chess tourney JAKARTA (JP): IM Cerdas Barus and GM Rogelio Antonio shared the lead in the 10th round of the Bali Jeff-RCA Grandmaster Chess Tournament, with each having 8.0 Victory Points on Tuesday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Pertamina, Faraway sign deal
Pertamina, Faraway sign deal JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's state-owned oil and gas company Pertamina has signed a tanker leasing agreement with Faraway Maritime Shipping Company, a director of the company said yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
LIPI to study students' devoutness
LIPI to study students' devoutness JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Institute of Sciences is preparing to study how religious Indonesian university students are.The institute will also look at how university students cope with conflicting values, and their role in increasing people's enthusiasm for...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
BNO passport holders get visa free entry
BNO passport holders get visa free entry JAKARTA (JP): British National Overseas (BNO) passport holders are free to visit Indonesia for up to 30 days without a visa as of July 1, the director of immigration, Pranowo, said yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
What's in a name?
What's in a name?From NeracaThe Jl. Satrio inner ring road, better known as Jl. Casablanca, is set to become Jakarta's equivalent of Singapore's Orchard Road because it will be surrounded by super-luxurious apartments and shopping malls. Amazingly, this area will bear the name of Ciputra City.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Center to study Inter-ASEAN electrical grid
Center to study Inter-ASEAN electrical grid MANILA (AFP): Plans for an electrical grid and a natural gas pipeline connecting member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will be investigated by ASEAN officials, it was announced here yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Three foreigners deported
Three foreigners deported JAKARTA (JP): The Directorate General of Immigration has deported three women holding passports issued by the Republic of China for allegedly violating their work permits.Immigration regional office coordinator Moh.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Hartono makes cabinet debut
Hartono makes cabinet debut JAKARTA (JP): The monthly cabinet meeting to discuss the economy ended yesterday on a different note than what journalists had been accustomed to over the past 14 years: The latest economic indicators were announced by Gen. (ret.) Hartono.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Ritonga expresses concern over news reports
Ritonga expresses concern over news reports JAKARTA (JP): City Council Speaker M.H. Ritonga expressed great concern yesterday over the way city media reported the council's extraordinary plenary session commemorating Jakarta's 470th anniversary last month.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Alex already dead, says S. Sidabutar
Alex already dead, says S. Sidabutar JAKARTA (JP): East Timor's military chief, Col. S. Sidabutar, said yesterday anti-integrationist activists overseas had failed to disprove Indonesia's report that separatist leader David Alex was dead."It is useless to argue that David Alex is still alive.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Officials questioned on inmate escape
Officials questioned on inmate escape BOGOR (JP): An official at the Prosecutor's Office and the head of Paledang Prison were questioned at Bogor Police Headquarters yesterday following the escape of a detainee Friday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Agency confirms proposal on regular bus fare hike
Agency confirms proposal on regular bus fare hike JAKARTA (JP): An agency confirmed it would propose a hike of the regular city bus fare and the elimination of non air- conditioned, limited passenger (Patas) buses to the government.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Korea study shows RI workers very committed
Korea study shows RI workers very committed JAKARTA (JP): A study reveals that Indonesian workers employed at Korean firms are highly committed and emotionally attached to their workplaces -- contrary to the general belief among Korean managers who consider them as having low employee morale.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
ADB ups lending rate
ADB ups lending rate MANILA (AFP): The Asian Development Bank said yesterday that its lending rate on its U.S. dollar loan facility was raised to 6.82 percent a year from 6.79 percent.The rate on multi-currency loans remained at 6.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
IOTO to meet in Surabaya
IOTO to meet in Surabaya JAKARTA (JP): The Indian Ocean Tourism Organization (IOTO) has selected Surabaya, the capital of East Java, to host the organization's annual general meeting from Sept. 8 to Sept. 10.IOTO said "value added" in tourism would be this year's theme.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Religious support needed for harmony
Religious support needed for harmony JAKARTA (JP): The government has pledged to take firm action against people working to destroy religious harmony by burning houses of worship and holy books.The government also appealed for the support of religious communities in maintaining religious harmony.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Basuki misses out on rewards by losing
Basuki misses out on rewards by losing JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's top female tennis player Yayuk Basuki missed out on becoming the second Asian woman to reach the semifinals at Wimbledon when she lost to Jana Novotna 6-3 6-3 in the quarterfinals yesterday.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Yayuk Basuki fails to reach Wimbledon semifinals
Yayuk Basuki fails to reach Wimbledon semifinals LONDON (AFP): Third-seed Jana Novotna of the Czech Republic cruised into the women's singles semifinals at Wimbledon on Wednesday when she defeated Indonesia's Yayuk Basuki in straight sets 6-3, 6-3 on the No. 1 show court.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
An alternative to press banning
An alternative to press banningBy Aleksius Jemadu JAKARTA (JP): Since R. Hartono assumed office as minister of information, there has been a good deal of discussion in our mass media on whether the government could be persuaded not to use its power to revoke press publishing licenses (SIUPP).
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 2, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,150 -50 98,500 AHAP Insurance 2,800 0 0 Alter Abadi 1,000 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 1,125 25 1,164,000...
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Concerted efforts urged to fight AIDS
Concerted efforts urged to fight AIDS JAKARTA (JP): An executive of a non-governmental organization (NGO) specializing in AIDS prevention urged the North Jakarta mayoralty yesterday to improve its efforts to combat the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Natural rubber prices slide on Thailand's baht flotation
Natural rubber prices slide on Thailand's baht flotation SINGAPORE (Reuter): Natural rubber futures and cash prices fell sharply in Asia yesterday after Thailand, the world's largest producer, floated its currency to pull the country out of an economic slump and the baht crashed.
Thu, 03 Jul 1997
Schroders predicts S'pore GDP growth at 5 percent
Schroders predicts S'pore GDP growth at 5 percent SINGAPORE (Reuter): Schroder Securities Asia has cut its forecast for growth in the Singapore economy this year to 5 percent from 5.7 percent.Schroders said in its weekly Asian Highlights report, received by Reuters on Wednesday, that the...