Archive: 20 October 1999
71 articles found
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Reforming Indonesia's civil-military relations
Reforming Indonesia's civil-military relations The following is an excerpt from a paper submitted to the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) by political science lecturers at the University of Indonesia and Gadjah Mada University, including F. Iriani Sophiaan Yudoyoko, Budiarto Shambazy, Mahrus Irsyam and Rizal Panggabean. The paper was based on a recent workshop held in Jakarta.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Bandung student dies of overdose
Bandung student dies of overdose BANDUNG: A university student was found dead on Monday of a suspected overdose of shabu-shabu (crystal methamphetamine). Mohammad Zeni Zaelani, 23, was found inside the house of an elderly woman on Jl. Kiaracondong at 11:30 a.m. He was foaming at the mouth. It is believed the male student and the woman, Ati, a widow, had in a shabu-shabu party, Antara reported.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Assembly rejects Habibie's speech
Assembly rejects Habibie's speech JAKARTA (JP): The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) rejected on Wednesday an accountability report by outgoing President B.J. Habibie of his controversial 512-day tenure. The vote has virtually killed, or at the very least seriously undermined, his chances in the presidential election, which will be held late Wednesday. The MPR voted 355-322 to reject the report, with nine abstaining. Four ballots were declared void.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
How the Seats Stack Up
How the Seats Stack Up FACTION DPR ADDITIONS FROM TOTAL REGIONAL REPR. United Development 58 12 70 United Ummat Sovereignty 9 0 9 Indonesian Nationhood 12 2 14 Love the Nation Democratic Party 5 0 5 Interest Groups 0 65+8 73 National Awakening Party 51 6 57 Golkar Party of Reform 120 62 182 Reform 41 8 49 Indonesian Democratic Party of Str 153 32 185 Indonesian Military/National Police 38 0 38 Crescent Star 13 0 13 TOTAL 500 195 695* * Note: Five seats for East Timor regional representatives...
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
CBD office workers ready with contingency plans
CBD office workers ready with contingency plans JAKARTA (JP): Management and employees of offices located along trouble spots for street rallies on Jl. Sudirman and Jl. M.H. Thamrin in Central and South Jakarta are bracing for the worst-case scenario after the presidential election on Wednesday. Preparations include bringing changes of casual clothes, stockpiling instant food and devising contingency plans.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Two armed civilians shot dead in Aceh
Two armed civilians shot dead in Aceh JAKARTA (JP): Two alleged rebels were shot dead by security personnel conducting a routine operation near the northern Aceh town of Lhokseumawe on Monday night. The alleged rebels, identified as Zulkifli, 25, and Saiful, 31, were residents of Tanah Luas district in North Aceh regency. The two men were wanted by police for their alleged involvement in a number of armed assaults over the past few months, Antara news agency reported. Operation spokesman Lt.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
NU leaders accept Gus Dur's presidential bid
NU leaders accept Gus Dur's presidential bid JAKARTA (JP): Influential Muslim leaders signaled their approval of Abdurrahman Wahid's presidential candidacy on Tuesday, although they fell short of openly supporting his bid for the country's top post. The leaders of Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), the country's largest Muslim organization, which Abdurrahman chairs, said in a statement they were not supporting the candidacy of Abdurrahman, better known as Gus Dur.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
The quest for legitimacy
The quest for legitimacy By Sidesh Kaul JAKARTA (JP): While President B.J. Habibie was presenting his accountability speech and defending his 16-month rule inside the Indonesian legislature, the country was once again in the grip of a fresh wave of student-led protests. The government responded to these protests with a heavy hand and the state's Armed Forces were deployed to crush and mute the protests.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Autonomy promised for Aceh and Irian Jaya
Autonomy promised for Aceh and Irian Jaya JAKARTA (JP): In a bid to quell secessionist sentiments, the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) ruled on Tuesday that the new government must confer special autonomy status on the oil and gas-rich Aceh province and the mineral-rich Irian Jaya province. The country's highest legislative body also ordered the government to immediately investigate human rights violations in Aceh and Irian Jaya and prosecute those found responsible for the abuses.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Most Asian stock markets close lower
Most Asian stock markets close lower HONG KONG (AP): Most Asian stock markets closed lower Tuesday as investors waited nervously for the release of U.S. inflation data later in the day. Bucking the trend was the Jakarta Stock Exchange, where the key index surged 5.5 percent on expectations that B.J. Habibie will not be elected Indonesia's president after Gen. Wiranto said he would not run as his vice president.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta could declare state of civil emergency
Jakarta could declare state of civil emergency JAKARTA (JP): Governor Sutiyoso hinted on Tuesday that the city administration could declare a state of emergency under civilian rule if conditions in the capital following the presidential election on Wednesday and the vice presidential election on Thursday become chaotic. "We may declare a state of civil emergency if the situation grows worse.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Habibie fever overwhelms Parepare locals
Habibie fever overwhelms Parepare locals By Jupriadi PAREPARE, South Sulawesi: With the presidential election imminent, the small town of Parepare is at the height of Habibie fever. Nowhere else in the archipelago could you find 10,400 of the staunchest supporters of President B.J. Habibie. It is not difficult to see why, as reminders of Habibie are prevalent in the president's birthplace. Habibie is the talk of the town and idol of local youths.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Bali: The exotic island made to order
Bali: The exotic island made to order By Michael Hitchcock AN ARTICLE in a lifestyle magazine neatly summed up the mix of attractions that makes Bali an irresistible destination: "guests" (never tourists) stay in a "traditional Balinese house" (in reality, a luxurious villa with ensuite bathrooms, balconies and antique furnishings), dine on exquisite "local organic foods" and are tended by two personal members of staff.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Children die from malnutrition in C. Java
Children die from malnutrition in C. Java JAKARTA (JP): Four children recently died of malnutrition in Pekalongan regency, Central Java, regent Harsono said. The deaths prompted the local government to order village officials to improve health services in their respective villages. "The tragedy would not have happened if officials in charge of food supplies in the subdistricts had worked harder to monitor the supply of food," Harsono was quoted by Antara news agency as saying.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Ballboys protest at tourney over their unpaid allowances
Ballboys protest at tourney over their unpaid allowances JAKARTA (JP): Protests overshadowed the second day of the Indonesia Women's Circuit C4 on Tuesday when several ballboys and umpires demanded their allowances from tournaments last week.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Presidential race stirs housemaid
Presidential race stirs housemaid JAKARTA (JP): While politicians are negotiating, and to some extent fighting, over the next president at the People's Consultative Assembly, ordinary people are feeling the excitement. A housemaid of former Cabinet minister Siswono Yudohusodo is one of them. Siswono told reporters on Monday how one of his housemaids claimed to be stressed waiting for the country's new president.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Three drown in Talang River
Three drown in Talang River SEMARANG: Three fishermen from Gayamsari district drowned when the level of Talang River rose suddenly on Monday afternoon. Witnesses identified the three locals as Widodo, 27, Arif, 19, and Sugiarto, 17. They said a sudden torrent of river water swept the three away. "Locals had actually warned the fishermen that the river was very deep and that sometimes a huge torrent of water comes from upstream," East Semarang Police chief Second Lt. Agus Sultan said.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
MPR endorses election of president, VP by vote
MPR endorses election of president, VP by vote JAKARTA (JP): For the first time in its 54-year history, the country will have its president and vice president elected by vote this year. The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) unanimously endorsed on Tuesday a decree stipulating that a presidential candidate requires a simple majority in a secret ballot in the Assembly to win. A vote would not be held if all the factions in the Assembly were united in nominating a single candidate.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Establishing a tradition of democracy
Establishing a tradition of democracy By Bramantyo Prijosusilo YOGYAKARTA (JP): To date, not one incident of state brutality which spilled citizens' blood has been brought to justice in a manner that satisfies the people's sense of right and wrong or fairness. This suggests that the Indonesian Military (TNI) is either reluctant or unable to reform its culture of violence which was so successful in crushing the communists three decades ago.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
AlamKulKul reopens in Bali
AlamKulKul reopens in Bali JAKARTA (JP): Local resort hotel group AlamResorts Indonesia will reopen on Oct. 25 its hotel resort property, the AlamKulKul, in Kuta Beach, Bali, following seven months of reconstruction work. Group owner Feisol Hashim said on Tuesday he had spent about US$1.7 million for renovation of all 80 rooms and development of several new facilities, including a spa, library, restaurant and pool.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Rendra to stage 'Kereta Kencana'
Rendra to stage 'Kereta Kencana' JAKARTA (JP): Veteran playwright and poet W.S.Rendra is to stage his recycled work Kereta Kencana(the Golden Chariot) at the Jakarta Playhouse, starting tonight, Oct.20, to Oct.24.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Interfet and Indonesia to discuss Montael shooting
Interfet and Indonesia to discuss Montael shooting JAKARTA (JP): Chief of the International Force for East Timor (Interfet) Maj. Gen. Peter Cosgrove will meet with the Udayana Regional Military commander later this week to discuss the fatal Oct. 10 shooting in Montael, Antara reported. Interfet spokesman Col.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
British Airways, Swiss Air stop Indonesian services
British Airways, Swiss Air stop Indonesian services JAKARTA (JP): Swiss Air and British Airways said on Tuesday they would suspend their Indonesian flights beginning from November due to a continued drop in revenue. Swiss Air country manager Irma Purba told The Jakarta Post the airline decided to suspend its Jakarta flights because revenue from the route was no longer sufficient to support operational costs. "The revenue we obtain from serving Jakarta is not sufficient to support our operations.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Nine infants die of malnutrition
Nine infants die of malnutrition BANJARNEGARA, Central Java: Nine infants from eight villages in Banjarnegara regency have died of malnutrition over the past five months, regent Nurachmad said on Monday. "From the total of 278 villages in Banjarnegara, 213 have been named as areas prone to malnutrition. Only 53 villages have been declared safe," Nurachmad said. Local officials have established emergency posts to provide free staple food and other necessary help to needy residents. (45/edt)
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
East Timor's independence endorsed
East Timor's independence endorsed JAKARTA (JP): The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) approved on Tuesday to relinquish East Timor after 23 years under the Republic of Indonesia. Assembly commission B completed their deliberations of a draft decree repealing the 1978 decree which incorporated East Timor as Indonesia's 27th province. All factions agreed in their overview to accept the result of the Aug. 30 self-determination ballot in the former Portuguese colony.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
New WTO rules might derail Vietnam-U.S. trade deal
New WTO rules might derail Vietnam-U.S. trade deal HANOI (Reuters): The possible adoption of tighter global trading rules over the next few years might scuttle a delayed trade pact between Vietnam and the United States if it remains stalled for much longer, sources close to the deal said. They said unless Hanoi signed the pact soon, thus giving the U.S.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Oldest legislator thanks surgeons
Oldest legislator thanks surgeons JAKARTA (JP): The oldest House of Representatives legislator, Abdul Madjid, disclosed the reason why he was prepared to take the provisional speakership. His daughter Ratna Riantiarno, a noted stage actress, told The Jakarta Post on Tuesday that her 82-year-old father called for abrupt eye surgery to cure the cataracts in his right eye prior to his Assembly appointment.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Heat to be turned up on rising terrorism
Heat to be turned up on rising terrorism UNITED NATIONS (AP): The UN Security Council is focusing the spotlight on the increase in global terrorism, with a fresh call for international cooperation to prevent terrorist acts and to bring perpetrators to justice. Against a backdrop of recent bombings and killings from Russia and Kosovo to East Timor and Burundi, the council is holding an open meeting on Tuesday to adopt a resolution renewing the UN commitment to combat terrorism.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
On freedom of the press
On freedom of the press The freedom granted to the press is President Habibie's main achievement. Uncensored news reporting and the emergence of many new publications are an indication of an adequate freedom of the press during his tenure. It needs to be remarked, however, that freedom of the press and freedom of expression in the Habibie era are still soiled by intimidating behavior by the government apparatus, particularly the police.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Asia 'progressing' in gas development
Asia 'progressing' in gas development SINGAPORE (Reuters): Asia is progressing well in developing its gas resources, despite last year's economic crisis, the head of Unocal Corp said in an interview. "The economic downturn stopped things for a while, but things are definitely happening and it will pick up as the economies pick up," Roger Beach, Unocal chairman and chief executive officer said in the interview on Monday.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
West Sumatra gold mining
West Sumatra gold mining JAKARTA (JP): Four mining companies which commenced explorations in West Sumatra in 1997 were yet to report any significant discoveries, head of the provincial office of the Ministry of Mines and Energy Syamsurizal Syafei told Antara on Tuesday "Heavy rain in the past several months made exploration work very difficult," Syafei said from Padang. However, Syafei acknowledged that three years of exploration work were generally needed before results could be obtained.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Astra introduces new logo
Astra introduces new logo JAKARTA (JP): Publicly-listed Astra International has launched a new corporate logo symbolizing its developing business strategy, which is focussing on achieving full customer satisfaction. Astra's president Rini M.S. Soewandi said the 42-year old Astra Group had grown and developed into an excellent, large conglomerate.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Thou shalt not betray voters
Thou shalt not betray voters On Wednesday, our democratically elected People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), our top legislature, meets to elect the fourth president of the republic. To date, it is the only second democratic legislative body we have had. So looking deep into the corridor of our history, the view is rather lightless. The first democratic polls in 1955 -- and the only one this country ever had until June this year -- failed to yield an effective government.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Wednesday's MPR Schedule
Wednesday's MPR Schedule 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Nomination of presidential candidates 10.30 a.m. Administrative examination of presidential candidates; Candidates present their visions to MPR; Presidential election 7 p.m. Inauguration of presidential elect; Presentation of MPR decrees & State Policy Guidelines to president; Inaugural address by president 9 p.m. Nomination of vice presidential candidates
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
RI-Aussie friendship
RI-Aussie friendship I have been following the news in the Australian media concerning events that have taken place in East Timor recently. I am concerned about the suffering of the Timorese people, and as an Australian, I am pleased that my government has sent soldiers to keep the peace and protect those people. I am especially pleased that there has been a reasonable amount of cooperation between our governments and military.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
ADB pledges to help E. Timor
ADB pledges to help E. Timor MANILA (AP): The Asian Development Bank pledged Tuesday to help the UN and the World Bank in rebuilding East Timor, which was ravaged by violence after voting to break free from Indonesia. In letters to UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and World Bank President James Wolfensohn, ADB President Tadao Chino said the Manila-based bank will work closely with donor agencies in providing help to the territory.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian NGO journal faces printer obstacle
Malaysian NGO journal faces printer obstacle KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): A Malaysian rights group said on Tuesday it could not publish the latest issue of its magazine because printers had been pressured not to handle it. Aliran, a non-governmental organization on economic and social issues, said the September issue had been ready for publication almost a month ago.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Landslide kills two
Landslide kills two BANJARNEGARA, Central Java: Two people were killed and 23 houses were swept away in a landslide caused by heavy storms in Banyumas and Banjarnegara regencies on Sunday and Monday. The two fatalities, Darmi, 60, and her grandson Sutono, 8, were killed when the support poles of their house in Derik village collapsed.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Gus Dur takes time-out for sleep
Gus Dur takes time-out for sleep JAKARTA (JP): The days and nights of the People's Consultative Assembly's (MPR) General Session have absorbed the energy of legislators, including noted Muslim leader and presidential candidate Abdurrahman Wahid. But despite his fatigue, he agreed to accompany a delegation of Maluku expatriates to meet with President B.J. Habibie and Indonesian Military chief/Minister of Defense and Security Gen. Wiranto on Tuesday.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
RI goat meat in demand
RI goat meat in demand JAKARTA (JP): Traders in Malaysia and Singapore have expressed strong interest in importing goat and lamb meat from Indonesia, Director General for Farming Sofjan Sudradjat told Antara on Tuesday. "The two countries are potential markets and they are interested in receiving whatever quantity we export," he said. He added that prices for both types of meat in the countries was about US$7.30 per kilogram, or more than $2 higher than domestic prices.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct. 19, 1999: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ---------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 475 0 35,000 AHAP Insurance 550 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 300 0 0 Alter Abadi 325 25 277,000 Alumindo Light Metal 1,175 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 425 -25 500 Aneka Tambang (Persero) 1,525 25 3,335,000 Anwar Sierad 225 0 414,000 APAC Centertex Corp.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Asian bankers call for accelerated restructuring
Asian bankers call for accelerated restructuring SINGAPORE (AFP): Bank and financial restructuring efforts deemed crucial to the overall Asian recovery have barely begun and the region's governments are partly to blame, top bankers said Tuesday. A sense of urgency on restructuring appears to have disappeared since economies hardest hit by the crisis began recovering this year, executives attending the World Economic Forum's East Asia conference said.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Stocks, rupiah close higher on Habibie's dimming hopes
Stocks, rupiah close higher on Habibie's dimming hopes JAKARTA (JP): Share prices and the rupiah gained ground on Tuesday in active trading following a decision by Armed Forces chief Gen. Wiranto's refusal to run as President B.J. Habibie's running mate in the elections this week. Financial analysts said that Wiranto's decision, a major blow to Habibie's chance in the presidential election, led to active trading in the stock and money markets.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Festival tells govt to care for culture
Festival tells govt to care for culture JAKARTA (JP): The month-long Nusantara Cultural Festival closed on Tuesday with an urgent message to the new president and government to pay serious attention to social and cultural issues. The venue for the closing of the festival -- held from Sept. 9 to Oct.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
WB urges tough measures for RI's quick recovery
WB urges tough measures for RI's quick recovery SINGAPORE (AFP): Indonesia needs stronger economic reforms even with the best government in place if it wishes to quickly recover from financial crisis, the World Bank senior vice- president said Tuesday. "It needs to put in place far stronger economic measures and try to follow the lessons of some of the countries that had faster recoveries," Joseph Stiglitz said on the eve of Indonesia's presidential vote on Wednesday.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Military steps up patrols of key north coast artery
Military steps up patrols of key north coast artery SEMARANG, Central Java (JP): With mounting tension ahead of Wednesday's presidential election, Central Java Diponegoro Military commander Maj. Gen. Bibit Waluyo asked residents, particularly Megawati supporters, not to block the strategic North Coastal road. The road is the major artery that connects cities in Bali, Java and Sumatra.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Surabaya:
Where to go in Surabaya: Museum * Empu Tantular Museum, Jl. Taman Mayangkara No. 6, Tuesday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Church Services * Surabaya International Christian Fellowship: Protestant church service in English, at Hotel Shangri-La, Jl. May. Jend. Sungkono, Surabaya, every Sunday, 11 a.m.; A children's program of Bible lessons, music and games is also provided. Please contact 031- 8281685 for further details. * Redemptor Mundi Church, at Jl.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Street rallies continue ahead of crucial election
Street rallies continue ahead of crucial election JAKARTA (JP): Tension in the capital rose on Tuesday as mass rallies clogged major thoroughfares 24 hours ahead of the momentous presidential election. Although the capital has been free of clashes for the past four days, many Jakartans fear that street rallies will degenerate into bloody battles between supporters of President B.J. Habibie and Megawati Soekarnoputri, two main contenders in Wednesday's election.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
KONI to offer help to sports organizations
KONI to offer help to sports organizations JAKARTA (JP): The National Sports Council (KONI) research and development division is offering assistance to colleagues in sports organizations to improve national athletes' performances. The KONI official in charge of research and development, Imam Suyudi, said: "We do not intervene in sports organizations' internal affairs. We try to be proactive.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Mass media campaigns needed to combat smoking addiction
Mass media campaigns needed to combat smoking addiction JAKARTA (Antara): A young man fishes out a pack of cigarettes from his pocket and, as a gesture of friendship, offers the "coffin nails" to everyone around him. This is a very common scene. Cigarette producers often offer free cigarettes to high schools and universities, fully aware of the consequences.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Campaign to help children launched
Campaign to help children launched By Tertiani Z.B. Simanjuntak JAKARTA (JP): The government launched on Tuesday a nationwide campaign to raise Rp 3 billion (US$400,000) to help some 30,000 undernourished children, most of them under two years old. The "Open Minds" or Save the Indonesian Children from Malnutrition campaign, which is targeting to collect Rp 3 billion every year starting this month, will be publicized on local television channels, radio stations and in print media.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Thai and U.S. army exercises
Thai and U.S. army exercises BANGKOK (AFP): Thailand and the United States have begun military exercises near the border with Myanmar, close to where incursions by Myanmar troops took place, senior Thai army sources said on Tuesday. The month-long Balance Torch 00-1 exercises were focusing on training infantry for combat in mountainous areas, the officer said.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Indonesians unwilling to resolve differences
Indonesians unwilling to resolve differences Indonesia has lurched into democracy with all the confusion entailed. Political analyst J. Soedjati Djiwandono writes about a few valuable lessons to be learned from the experience. JAKARTA (JP): Since the general election, a few lessons concerning further reform have emerged. The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) has recommended that a number of amendments be made to the Constitution.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
New State Policy Guidelines approved
New State Policy Guidelines approved JAKARTA (JP): The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) approved on Tuesday the State Policy Guidelines for the period 1999 to 2004, with a focus on developing the supremacy of law, good governance and lifting the country from the economic crisis. The policy guidelines, known by their acronym GBHN, were unanimously approved in a plenary session presided by MPR chairman Amien Rais.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bandung:
Where to go in Bandung: Exhibitions * Cartoon Exhibition: Kartun untuk Demokrasi, at Taman Budaya Bandung (Dago Tea House), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., until Oct. 29. * Photo Exhibition by Wim Wenders, at Galeri Soemardja, Art and Design Faculty of ITB, Jl. Ganesha 10, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 20. Peformances * Concert: Bengkel Nyanyi bersama Diane Sukanda (Fajar), at CCF - French Cultural Center, Jl. Purnawarman 32, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 22 p.m. to 4 p.m., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m., Oct. 30.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
PSSI plans to host Asia Cup soccer prequalifying round
PSSI plans to host Asia Cup soccer prequalifying round JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta is scheduled to host the prequalifying round of the Asia Cup next month if the political situation allows the Soccer Association of Indonesia (PSSI) to stage the tournament. PSSI chairman, Agum Gumelar, said on Tuesday that Indonesia would challenge Hong Kong on Nov. 14 and Cambodia on Nov. 21 at the main Senayan stadium. PSSI has also named Medan in North Sumatra as an alternative venue.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
The joy of shopping amid busy sessions
The joy of shopping amid busy sessions JAKARTA (JP): What is Jakarta's newest shopping spot? Surprisingly, the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) building, where one can indulge in a bit of window shopping during breaks in the lengthy deliberations of the General Session. Check out the lobby of the MPR building and get ready to spend some of your hard-earned cash! Dozens of makeshift stands have been set up to serve legislatures attending the General Session from Oct. 14 to Oct. 21.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Who will it be?
Who will it be? On Thursday morning, one of these three people will find themselves as Indonesia's fourth president. B.J. Habibie Nominated by : Golkar Party of Reform faction Last Position: incumbent President Close friends describe Habibie as being rational, astute in business and humble. Born on June 25 in Nepo village, Pare-pare, South Sulawesi, on June 25, 1936, Habibie -- or Rudy as he is known -- made a name for himself in Germany as a brilliant aeronautical expert.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Conversion Rates
Conversion Rates Bank Indonesia's conversion rates on Oct. 19, 1999: Bank notes rates Buying Selling Rp Rp U.S.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
1945 Constitution amendments approved
1945 Constitution amendments approved JAKARTA (JP): The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) agreed on Thursday to amend 10 articles in the 1945 Constitution to curtail powers of the president. The most noteworthy amendment, and also the main demand of the country's reform movement, is a limit on presidential and vice presidential terms in office to two five-year periods.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Don't let Australia have its way
Don't let Australia have its way From Rakyat Merdeka The incident in Matoaen village on the East Nusa Tenggara-East Timor border on Oct. 10, 1999, reflects the excessive and arbitrary stance of the Australian troops who are part of the Interfet multinational forces in East Timor. One member of the Indonesian (Police) Mobile Brigade died, and this has elicited a strong reaction from the Indonesian side.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Survey says Reebok producers improve conditions
Survey says Reebok producers improve conditions STOUGHTON, Mass. (Reuters): Athletic shoemaker Reebok International Ltd., said Monday two factories in Indonesia had improved conditions for their workers after a company-sponsored probe revealed labor shortcomings. "The knowledge we have gained from Peduli Hak (Indonesian for 'Caring for Rights') will improve conditions for all the footwear factories we use," said Doug Cahn, Vice President for Reebok's Human Rights Programs.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Physical health vital
Physical health vital From Republika According to Mrs. Sri Hardani Amir Machmud, wife of former chairman of the People's Consultative Assembly the late Amir Machmud, Abdurrahman Wahid, better known as Gus Dur, does not meet the requirement of being physically healthy, which is set for a presidential candidate (Surya, Oct. 9, 1999).
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Eight more killed in Ambon
Eight more killed in Ambon AMBON, Maluku: Residents in Air Selobar, Pohon Mangga district in Ambon demanded that the marine troops quit the clash-torn city soon for several violations. Local figures Karim Kahayaan and Mohdar Mukadar asked Lt. Col Lukman, commander of the marine troops in Ambon, that all marine officers who have been found violating the law be brought to court before the company is withdrawn. The meeting between the local figures with Lt.Col.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Forex reserves rise slightly
Forex reserves rise slightly JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's net foreign exchange reserves rose by US$51.90 million to $16.10 billion as of Oct. 15, from $16.04 billion in the previous week, Bank Indonesia (BI) said on Tuesday. The central bank said in its weekly report that the increase was attributed to revenue from the country's oil exports and a disbursement of foreign loans.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 5:30 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Two Hours Only 8:00 Talk Show 8:55 Newsbreak 9:00 General Session of MPR (live) 2:00 p.m. News 2:30 Children's Program 3:00 Music 4:00 News 4:30 Indonesian Lessons 5:00 Students' Quiz 5:30 TV Drama 6:00 Sports 7:00 Evening News 7:30 General Session of MPR (live) 9:00 World News 9:35 General Session of MPR 10:35 TV Series: Labyrinth 11:25 Late News Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Do MPR members have weak legs?
Do MPR members have weak legs? By Mochtar Buchori JAKARTA (JP): I understand more clearly now than ever the meaning of the Dutch proverb which says Het zijn sterke benen die de weelde kunnen dragen. "It is only strong legs that can bear the weight of luxuries." To illustrate this point take the case of members of the Indonesian House of Representatives. Becoming a member of the House brings with it a number of benefits that for new members like myself are real luxuries.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
PDI-P officials deny revolution calls
PDI-P officials deny revolution calls JAKARTA (JP): Leaders of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) denied on Tuesday they were urging party supporters to wage a revolution if PDI Perjuangan chairwoman Megawati Soekarnoputri failed to win the presidency. Party officials Jacob Tobing and Laksamana Sukardi said at a media conference they were calling on party supporters to avoid violence in expressing their political views. "I never said anything about a revolution.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
MPR picks old-fashioned way of voting
MPR picks old-fashioned way of voting JAKARTA (JP): High-tech phobia is probably the most appropriate description for why hundreds of millions of rupiah worth of electronic voting panels have been shunned at the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR). Many wary legislators suspect the sophisticated devices can be fixed. "The MPR members do not believe that there will be no trickery or manipulation if the electronic panel is used in voting.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
Ujungpandang reverts to Makassar
Ujungpandang reverts to Makassar MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi (JP): After struggling for 28 years, residents of the South Sulawesi capital of Ujungpandang can now once again proudly call themselves Makassarese. The official reversion in the name to Makassar was stipulated in Government Decree No. 86/1999, officiated by President B.J. Habibie last Wednesday. "The renaming of Makassar is a victory for history and common sense," cultural expert Husni Djamaluddin said here on Tuesday.
Wed, 20 Oct 1999, 00:00 WIB
DPR receives PwC's full audit report
DPR receives PwC's full audit report JAKARTA (JP): The World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Indonesian top lawmakers welcomed on Tuesday a decision by the Supreme Court to allow the release of the PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) audit report on the multibillion rupiah Bank Bali scandal to the House of Representatives (DPR).