Archive: 27 August 1997
54 articles found
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Excelcomido installs 17-km microcell network
Excelcomido installs 17-km microcell network JAKARTA (JP): Private global system for mobile communications (GSM) operator PT Excelcomindo Pratama has installed a 17- kilometer microcell network in the capital's golden triangle area to improve its coverage in the city's most active business district. Rudiantara, an Excelcomindo executive, said here yesterday the project was the largest microcell network ever installed by any cellular operator.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:00 p.m. News: Berita 14 2:30 Travel: My Country 2:35 Family's Film: Big Brother Jake 3:10 Children's Program: Anak-Anak Indonesia 3:35 Talk Show: Kotak Pos 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Educational Quiz: Cepat Tepat 5:10 TV Series: Road to Avonlea 5:55 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 Entrepreneurship Program: Mitra Kita 8:05 Quiz: Dewasa 8:30 Variety Show: Gelora 9:00 World News...
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
IMF praises RI's success, urges further deregulation
IMF praises RI's success, urges further deregulation JAKARTA (JP): The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised Indonesia's success in reducing poverty but urged further deregulation and abolishment of monopolies to help raise the living standards of low-income groups and improve equity.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
RI expects 35% offset deal from Sukhoi purchase
RI expects 35% offset deal from Sukhoi purchase JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia expects an offset deal worth at least 35 percent of the cost of the Sukhoi jet fighters and military helicopters it will purchase from Russia, a senior minister said yesterday. Under such an agreement, state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT IPTN would produce several parts for the fighter planes, State Minister of Research and Technology B.J. Habibie said.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Aurora okays RI gold mine
Aurora okays RI gold mine PERTH (Reuter): Aurora Gold Ltd said yesterday it had approved development of its 85 percent-owned Toka Tindung gold-silver mine project in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, pending final government approvals and financing. Production is scheduled to commence in the last quarter of calendar 1998 an average annual rate of 123,000 equivalent gold ounces, Aurora said. Unit cash costs are forecast to be under US$235 an ounce, the company said.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Sarwono warns of more fires in September
Sarwono warns of more fires in September JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Environment Sarwono Kusumaatmadja warned yesterday of more forest fires in September as the dry season reaches its peak. Speaking to reporters in his office here, Sarwono emphasized the need to develop a "sense of urgency" toward the eminent threat. "If not, the forest fires we dealt with in 1982 will break out again, and who knows, we might not be as lucky as then when heavy downpours helped put out the fires," he said.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Articles on military tribunals dropped
Articles on military tribunals dropped JAKARTA (JP): The House of Representatives finished deliberating yesterday four security and defense-related bills, one of which underwent significant change in that all of its 15 articles on special military tribunals were scrapped.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Golkar to draft 'security' decree
Golkar to draft 'security' decree JAKARTA (JP): The ruling Golkar plans to draw up its own draft of a state policy that would grant a president preemptive powers against subversive activities, its chairman said yesterday. Harmoko said the political group had learned of and been concerned about various mass riots in the past and decided to submit its draft of the policy to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) when it convenes next March.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Lintasarta joins Equant to provide global network
Lintasarta joins Equant to provide global network JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's major data communications service provider PT Aplikanusa Lintasarta and state-owned international telecommunications company, Indosat, have joined worldwide network provider Equant to provide reliable global communications in the country. Lintasarta -- jointly owned by state-owned PT Indosat and PT Telkom -- U.S.-based Equant and Indosat signed the partnership agreement yesterday.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Thamrin project to start despite complaints
Thamrin project to start despite complaints JAKARTA (JP): The administration is to start the beautification project of Jl. M.H. Thamrin next month despite requests for a review from building owners. The scheme, which includes the tearing down of fences between high-rise buildings and widening sidewalks on one of the city's main roads, would be carried out in stages, Deputy Governor of Economic and Development Affairs Tb.M. Rais said yesterday.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
'Fast buck' scheme behind fiasco
'Fast buck' scheme behind fiasco By Erwin Ramedhan JAKARTA (JP): North American financiers, foreign exchange operators and others have launched repeated attacks on Southeast Asian currencies and economies. These attacks have led to the fall of the Thai baht, the Malaysian ringgit, the Philippino peso and the Indonesian rupiah, while the Singapore dollar is teetering on the edge. Who will be the next victim of currency manipulation? The Hong Kong dollar?
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug. 26, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 700 0 23,000 AHAP Insurance 2,500 0 0 Alter Abadi 1,000 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 975 75 75,500 Alumindo Perkasa 500 -100 17,500 Aneka Kimia Raya 1,000 25 264,000 Anwar Sierad 1,000 100 351,000 Apac Centertex Corp.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Software piracy to remain rampant, says official
Software piracy to remain rampant, says official JAKARTA (JP): Software piracy in Indonesia will remain rampant given the lack of respect for other people's intellectual works, says a senior official. Bambang Kesowo, chairman of Team Kepress 34 which was established by the government to protect property rights throughout the country, said most people ignore intellectual property rights simply due to a lack of understanding.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
A cunning plan
A cunning plan By Djanwar Madjolelo JAKARTA (JP): About 150 pairs from 30 nations entered a three session qualifier to a three session final of 28 pairs, in the 43rd European Bridge Championships at Montecatini Terme, Italy, from June 14 to June 28. The winners, Germany's Sabine Auken and Daniela von Arnim, are the world's leading women's pair. They retained the title they won in Vilamoura, and are the reigning Venice Cup champions.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Foreign Secretary Cook turns up the heat
Foreign Secretary Cook turns up the heat In his first interview since the break-up of his marriage became public, British Foreign Secretary Robin Cook talks to Patrick Wintour in London about Bosnia's war criminals, arms sales to Indonesia, climate change and Scottish devolution. LONDON: As he shows off another gloriously politically incorrect mural outside his vast room in the Foreign Office, there is just the slightest sense that the wind has been taken from Robin Cook's sails.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
To dub or not to dub?
To dub or not to dub? As a result of the government's plan to ban the dubbing of foreign films, the majority of the population who are illiterate will no longer be able to enjoy telenovelas, Indian tragedy films or comics from Hong Kong. Neither can the children enjoy their favorite cartoons because they cannot read the subtitles quick enough. Is dubbing really harmful to the nation's dignity?
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Quake jolts W. Sumatra
Quake jolts W. Sumatra PADANG, W. Sumatra: An earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale jolted West Sumatra at dawn yesterday, Antara reported. The quake's epicenter was located at the Mentawai Strait, about 250 km southwest of Padang Panjang, an official of the local meteorological and geophysical office, Asikin, said in Padang Panjang. There was no report of casualties or damage. (swe)
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Southeast Asian currencies slide
Southeast Asian currencies slide SINGAPORE (Reuter): Southeast Asian currencies slipped again yesterday and dealers said they could be ready for a new round of falls with the market still worried and regional bourses dropping sharply. In Indonesia, improving liquidity depressed the rupiah, propped up in recent sessions by the central bank's sharp rates rise last week.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Car thieves shot dead
Car thieves shot dead BANDUNG: Three alleged car thieves were killed in a shoot-out with police in Bandung on Monday morning. Ade Suryana, 35, Maruf alias Abah, 38, and Tubagus Permana alias Edi Kopassus, 36, were shot dead when they resisted arrest, Bandung Police Chief Col. Erwin was quoted by Antara as saying. Wanted by police for alleged auto theft, police spotted the three at about 4:30 a.m. riding in a car on Jl. Sukaati in Bandung.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Spotlight
Spotlight Photo A: Herawati JP/oby IN LOVING MEMORY: Herawati Diah (second from left) flanks Megawati Soekarnoputri (left) after presenting her with a biography of her late husband, newspaper mogul B.M. Diah. Aristides Katoppo (second from right), representing the Sinar Harapan publisher, and biographer Toeti Kakiailatu were also in attendance Saturday at the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza, Jakarta.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Nirwan
Nirwan Correction: The headline of an article under the photo on this page yesterday should have read "Kalianda resort to be green: Nirwan". We apologize for the error. -- Editor
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bank Rajawali acquired
Bank Rajawali acquired JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Pos Indonesia and two pension foundations acquired 25 percent of Bank Rajawali under an agreement signed here yesterday. Informed banking sources said that under the agreement, the bank is now 10 percent owned by Pos Indonesia, 10 percent by Pos Indonesia's Pension Fund Foundation and 5 percent by the Pension Fund Foundation of the state-owned PT Telkom.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Foreign banks angered, battle new China tax
Foreign banks angered, battle new China tax BEIJING (Reuter): Foreign banks in China have launched a drive to persuade Beijing not to impose a withholding tax on inter- branch and interbank funding that they say would make doing business in China unprofitable. The new tax, payable from July 1, is not levied on domestic banks, leaving foreign banks at a tremendous disadvantage against their Chinese competitors, foreign bankers said.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Clarification of TV levies, please
Clarification of TV levies, please From Sinar pagi Contradicting opinions on TV levies have left me confused. Each side seems to have strong grounds. Those against the levy say there is no legal basis for the TVRI foundation to extract money from the community. Those who believe the community is obliged to pay the TV levies refer to a presidential decree. I think clarification is needed to avoid further confusion in the community.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Rare animals on exhibit
Rare animals on exhibit KENDARI, S.E. Sulawesi: Two anoa (Bubalus deprecornis), or dwarf buffaloes, are being featured at the ongoing 1997 development expo here to motivate the local community to conserve the nearly extinct animals, Antara reported yesterday. The buffaloes, male and female, are located in an open space at the back of the Kolaka district pavilion at the exhibition, according to Kolaka district head, Adel Berty.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Importers, exporters 'must subscribe to EDI'
Importers, exporters 'must subscribe to EDI' JAKARTA (JP): Importers and exporters in the city must subscribe to the customs electronic data interchange (EDI) system by Oct. 1, Director General of Customs and Excise Soehardjo Soebardi said yesterday. Speaking to journalists after opening a seminar on EDI, Soehardjo said the customs office would not accept manual or semimanual export or import declarations by that date.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Jl. Jaksa fair opens in style
Jl. Jaksa fair opens in style JAKARTA (JP): For the fourth successive year, Jl. Jaksa, a Central Jakarta street well-known among the foreign backpacking brigade, is hosting a cultural festival. A street carnival yesterday afternoon from Hotel Sari Pan Pacific on Jl. M.H. Thamrin to Jl. Jaksa marked the start of the five-day Pesta Jl. Jaksa '97.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Informatics to open more schools
Informatics to open more schools JAKARTA (JP): Computer school chain PT Informatics RT Indonesia (PTIRTI) is set to expand to cater to the local market's growing demand for information technology skills and knowledge.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia insurance seen stifled
Indonesia insurance seen stifled SYDNEY (Reuter): Indonesia's life insurers risk being stifled by strict investment controls, low entry capital requirements and continued currency volatility, a senior industry executive said yesterday. "If these problems are not handled wisely in a relatively short time, it can hinder life insurance's growth in Indonesia," said Suratno Hadisuwito, president of Bumiputera 1912 Mutual Life Insurance Co.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Houses damaged in quake
Houses damaged in quake BANDA ACEH, Aceh: Fourteen houses were destroyed and hundreds of others damaged when an earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale hit Central Aceh last Wednesday. Antara reported that at least 60 people became homeless in the villages of Gegarang, Berawang Dewa, Atu Lintang and Kuti Robel in remote Linge Isaq subdistrict, 368 kilometers north of here. The three-second earthquake, which hit the province at 2:15 p.m., did not claim any lives.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Housewife charged with killing her maid
Housewife charged with killing her maid JAKARTA (JP): A housewife with a history of mental illness was indicted at the West Jakarta District Court yesterday for the manslaughter of her maid. Maria Ursula Tangguh, 38, a resident of the Kedoya housing complex in West Jakarta, was charged with violating Article 338 of the Criminal Code, on murder, which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in jail.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Stocks gain ground as rupiah weakens
Stocks gain ground as rupiah weakens JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta Stock Exchange recorded a technical rebound yesterday as the rupiah weakened against the U.S. dollar on the back of sufficient liquidity supply, analysts and dealers said. Stockbrokers said share prices on the exchange rose 2.5 percent, with the composite index rising 13.309 points to close at 554.238. In the currency market, spot rupiah closed at 2,770/2,780, compared to an opening of 2,690/2,710.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Chat line dilemma
Chat line dilemma The present fuss over "chat lines" is just one of a myriad of complications which globalization is now forcing the nation to confront. Chat lines -- also known as "party lines" or "global friendship lines" -- are a telephone service being offered by a growing number of operators. These lines allow adult Indonesians to "have fun and meet friends from all over the world" by dialing a certain international telephone number.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Support pours in for Soeharto
Support pours in for Soeharto JAKARTA (JP): Support poured in yesterday for a Golkar senior member's proposal that the ruling political organization formally name, as soon as possible, incumbent President Soeharto as its candidate for the presidential election next year. Golkar chairman Harmoko, Armed Forces Chief of Sociopolitical Affairs Lt. Gen.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Peng, Nutu-Gajic share lead
Peng, Nutu-Gajic share lead JAKARTA (JP): Grandmasters (GMs) Peng Zhaoqin and Daniela Nutu-Gajic shared the lead on 9.5 Victory Points until the 12th round of the women's grandmaster chess championship Tuesday. Peng, of Chinese origin and now a Dutch citizen, defeated Imasniti of Indonesia in the 25th move of the Sicilian defense while Nutu-Gajic won over IM Maria Lucia, also of Indonesia, in the 45th move of the English opening.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Legislator's house raiders identified
Legislator's house raiders identified JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta police have identified people believed to have ignited a fire at a Golkar legislator's official residence Monday morning. But they refused to reveal any identities or the number of suspects. "We're still tracing them. The fire was allegedly committed by naughty boys without any political motives," South Jakarta Police Chief Lt. Col. Sisno Adiwinoto told reporters yesterday.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
A feast fit for the King at Elvis Cafe
A feast fit for the King at Elvis Cafe Inching through Jakarta's lunchtime snarl, Epicurus and friends spruced themselves up for their rendezvous with the King. No, not Larry, Carole or even Rodney, but the one and only Elvis. Or rather, the theme restaurant on the ground floor of the Arthaloka building on Jl. Sudirman, Central Jakarta, devoted to the Presley phenomenon.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Lawyer calls for rewards for drug-case informants
Lawyer calls for rewards for drug-case informants JAKARTA (JP): A noted lawyer called on the government yesterday to issue a law that required authorities to reward people who tipped off the police in drugs-related crimes. The existing law needed to be detailed in a separate regulation and should be issued soon, Amir Syamsuddin told a one- day discussion on the 1997 Psychotropic Law Number 5.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Bridge collapse defendant freed
Bridge collapse defendant freed JAKARTA (JP): The West Jakarta District Court yesterday found a Korean man not guilty of causing the collapse of the 500-ton Grogol overpass on March 22. State prosecutor Lonardi Maladi had asked the judges to sentence Byung Woo Lee, 38, to one year's imprisonment, under Article 359 of the Criminal Code, for negligence causing the deaths of three construction workers, and injuring five others. Byung was the construction superintendent. Presiding judge M.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
S'pore withdraws from canoeing, rowing
S'pore withdraws from canoeing, rowing JAKARTA (JP): Apparently aware that it would not win rowing golds at the 19th SEA Games, Singapore has decided to withdraw from canoeing, and the fours and eights rowing events. Indonesian Rowing Association chairman Basoeki said yesterday that the Indonesian Sports Council would lobby Singapore to change its mind. Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines and Indonesia will compete in the rowing and canoeing events.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Proposal made to raise tap water tariffs by 12%
Proposal made to raise tap water tariffs by 12% JAKARTA (JP): City-owned drinking water company PDAM Jaya has proposed the city administration raises tap water tariffs by up to 12 percent, an official said yesterday. Director of PDAM Jaya, Rama Boedi, told a press conference the proposal was made because the tariffs had not been increased since the 1995/1996 fiscal year. "The proposal on the tariff hike is not meant to burden people.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
China urges Asian ties to fight currency turmoil
China urges Asian ties to fight currency turmoil SINGAPORE (Reuter): China and member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) should strengthen ties to fight against speculative attacks on their currencies, Chinese Premier Li Peng said yesterday. "China and the ASEAN countries need to strengthen coordination and cooperation in the financial field," Li told a group of businessmen in Singapore during a three-day visit.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Li Peng wants more ASEAN ties
Li Peng wants more ASEAN ties SINGAPORE (AFP): Chinese Premier Li Peng called yesterday for a long-term strategy of closer relations with ASEAN economies, including cooperation in the key financial sector. "The cooperation between China and ASEAN nations should be oriented towards the 21st century," Li told a business forum here on the final day of his three-day official visit to Singapore. "There exists extensive common interest between us.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Exhibitions * Painting Exhibition: The Indonesian Fine Arts Foundation - Philip Morris Indonesian Art Awards 1997, at Graha Lukisan, Museum Purna Bhakti Pertiwi, Jl. Taman Mini I, East Jakarta, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., until Aug. 31. * Painting Exhibition: by Sri Hadhy, Tulus Warsito, Sukriyal Sadin and Kristiyanto at Hotel Kristal Jl. Tarogong Raya, Cilandak Barat, South Jakarta, 24 hours, until Sept. 30.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Container theft uncovered
Container theft uncovered JAKARTA (JP): The City Police have arrested a businessman for his alleged involvement in the theft of 27 containers, an officer said. Spokesman Lt. Col. E. Aritonang said Monday the suspect, identified as Komarudin Y., 45, was arrested at his company's workshop in Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta, where the stolen containers were being refurbished. "Komarudin confessed he bought the containers from three other men for at least Rp 5 million (US$1,890) each," said Aritonang.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Shoes project is counterproductive: Haryono Suyono
Shoes project is counterproductive: Haryono Suyono JAKARTA (JP): Controversy continued yesterday over a private shoe company's plan to sell its products directly to schools, seemingly with the Ministry of Education and Culture's endorsement.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN to increase reserve fund to fight speculators
ASEAN to increase reserve fund to fight speculators KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): The Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) plans to increase its financial reserves fund later this year to fight future currency speculators, reports said yesterday. ASEAN secretariat deputy secretary-general Suthad Setboonsarng said it was vital to increase the fund to minimize damage from the currency woes, set off by the July 2 flotation of the Thai baht. "It is not an issue ASEAN has ignored.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah woes a lesson in crisis management
Rupiah woes a lesson in crisis management By P. Usmanto Njo and Marike Stellinga JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia received an unwanted present for its 52nd anniversary. Like a tsunamic attack, the exchange value of the American dollar skyrocketed. The rupiah exchange rate may be on its way back up but the damage is already done. With the rupiah battered, Indonesia's rising star status has suddenly turned sour.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Overseas savings taxed
Overseas savings taxed JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Finance reaffirmed yesterday the interest received or accrued from deposits and savings held overseas through banks established in Indonesia or foreign banks operating in Indonesia would remain subject to 15 percent income tax. "This is in line with government regulation No.51/1994 which implements the 1994 Income Tax Law," the ministry's spokesman, Agus Haryanto, said.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Free plastic surgery for kids
Free plastic surgery for kids JAKARTA (JP): The Dharmais Foundation, chaired by President Soeharto, will soon help 1,000 people with harelips, a foundation executive said yesterday. In cooperation with Indonesia's Plastic Surgeons Association, the foundation will conduct free plastic surgery on 500 patients from Jakarta and 500 other patients from East and West Nusa Tenggara provinces, Soedihardjo said.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Tomen enters Indonesia
Tomen enters Indonesia TOKYO (AFP): Japan's Tomen Corp. and Korea Polyol Co. Ltd. will set up a joint venture in Indonesia for polypropylene glycol (PPG) production, jointly with local concern Aneka Kimia Raya Artika, Tomen said yesterday. The partners will invest a total of US$26 million in the venture, including the initial capital of $10.4 million, the Japanese trading house said in a statement.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Investors huddle with 'powerful partners'
Investors huddle with 'powerful partners' JAKARTA (JP): Investors cling to politically well-connected partners to safeguard against upheaval, despite the fact that political risks are highly unpredictable, an observer says. Economist Sri Mulyani Indrawati of the University of Indonesia said yesterday at a discussion on investment and political risks that the magnitude of investment was a key factor in why investors attach to powerful partners.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's capital market: A commitment to progress
Indonesia's capital market: A commitment to progress It seems only yesterday when President Soeharto, accompanied by then minister of finance Ali Wardhana, inaugurated on August 10, 1977, the Capital Market Supervisory Agency (Bapepam). The President gave his full attention by visiting the trading in the old Jakarta Stock Exchange building on Jl. Merdeka Selatan No. 14, in Central Jakarta. At that time, the President looked happy and satisfied.
Wed, 27 Aug 1997, 00:00 WIB
Uniform shoes a marketing ploy
Uniform shoes a marketing ploy A private shoe company's initiative has developed into quite a talking point among parents in Indonesia. The issue is whether students should be made to wear uniform shoes supplied by PT Aryo Nusa Pakarti (ANP). Somehow, by whatever means, this company succeeded in obtaining an endorsement from the Ministry of Education and Culture's directorate general of elementary and intermediate education.