Archive: 16 August 1999
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Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Sports bodies left to do some soul-searching
Sports bodies left to do some soul-searching BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (AFP): Southeast Asia's lack of athletic class was laid bare at the region's biennial sporting showcase here over the past week, prompting alarmed sports officials to do some anguished soul-searching. Malaysia led calls for radical Southeast Asian (SEA) Games surgery amid spotty competition that saw 10 SEA Games track and field records fall along with 22 in swimming, but which failed to dent any world marks or Asian standards.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Jockeying for presidency up amid weekend tete-a-tetes
Jockeying for presidency up amid weekend tete-a-tetes JAKARTA (JP): Muslim politician Amien Rais met with President B.J. Habibie on Sunday at the latter's residence in Kuningan, South Jakarta, with the former offering his "advice" on raging security and political concerns. "We had dinner and I conveyed to Habibie several things that need urgent attention. (I reminded him) that we are racing against time here," Amien told The Jakarta Post.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Exhibitions * Photo Exhibition: Enchanted Moments by Deniek G. Sukarya, at Galeri Foto Cahya, Plaza Menteng, 2nd floor, Jl. H.O.S. Cokroaminoto 79, Menteng (Phone: 3907623), Central Jakarta, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., until Aug. 29. * Photo Exhibition: Bidikan 6 by Suherry and friends, at Bistro Garden restaurant, Plaza Senayan 3rd lev, no. 331 A, Jl. Asia Afrika 8, South Jakarta (Phone: 5725287), 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., until Aug. 30.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
No paper
No paper In commemoration of Independence Day, which is a national holiday, The Jakarta Post will not be published on Tuesday. It will resume publication on Wednesday. -- The Publisher
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
The Hunt for the Marcos' hidden wealth continues
The Hunt for the Marcos' hidden wealth continues By Jamil Maidan Flores This is the first of a four-part series which describes the pursuit of the Marcos wealth through open and the legal means. MANILA (JP): Success, it is said, is a matter of opinion. A few circles in the Philippines hold the opinion that the hunt for the Marcos wealth, believed by a great many to be ill gotten, has been somewhat successful.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Nirwana among best 10
Nirwana among best 10 JAKARTA (JP): Le Meridien Nirwana Golf and Spa Resort in Bali has been named one of the world's 10 best resorts to dream about and head for by United Kingdom's Golf International magazine, the hotel announced on Saturday.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Bogor hospital keeps mom, baby in bill row
Bogor hospital keeps mom, baby in bill row BOGOR (JP): A 42-year-old mother, Rince, and her new-born baby were not allowed to leave the Karya Bhakti hospital here due to unpaid bills for a caesarean section and a week-long stay following the operation.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Moral magnet
Moral magnet According to a Japanese theory, many businesses, in particular medium scale ones, have lost their competitive edge because they failed to recognize the need to stop growing at a certain point and saw their energy burst into thin air like a balloon. The ASEAN cluster of nations, originally consisting of Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Brunei about 20 years ago, keeps on growing, with membership now at 10.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Wiranto snipes back at military's critics
Wiranto snipes back at military's critics JAKARTA (JP): Gen. Wiranto launched a verbal offensive on Saturday against attacks on the human rights record of the Indonesian Military (TNI) and its perceived apathy toward reform. The TNI commander also defended its handling of the restive provinces of Aceh and Maluku, saying the military was committed to maintaining security and order throughout the country.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Strong quake rocks Bengkulu
Strong quake rocks Bengkulu BENGKULU: Bengkulu province was rocked by a tectonic quake measuring 5.36 on the Richter scale on Saturday at 7:16 a.m. West Indonesia Standard Time, Antara reported on Sunday. Kepahyang geophysical station chief in Bengkulu, Armien Paimin, said the shocks were quite violent in areas southeast of Kepahyang district, Rejang Lebong, Bandarlampung and Kotabumi.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Lawyer says BI should pay for felling trees
Lawyer says BI should pay for felling trees JAKARTA (JP): An environmental lawyer is backing the city administration's plan to sue Bank Indonesia for illegally cutting down trees along Jl. Budi Kemulyaan and Jl. Kebon Sirih, which are adjacent to the central bank's headquarters. Head of the environmental division at the Jakarta Legal Aid Institute (LBH), Waskito Adiribowo, said the city administration could ask the court to award compensation for losses suffered from the felling.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia asks Indonesia to drop Asian Games bid
Malaysia asks Indonesia to drop Asian Games bid BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (JP): Malaysia has asked Indonesia to drop its bid to host the 2006 Asian Games for the sake of its own, saying the rivalry between them would undermine their hopes to host the event. Malaysian Minister of Youth and Sports Tan Sri Dato Haji Muhyiddin told a news conference here on Sunday that national sports councils of both countries would hold talks to find the best solution to their conflicting interests.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Habitat of rare birds threatened
Habitat of rare birds threatened PALU, Central Sulawesi: Certain areas in Central Sulawesi declared as habitats of the Maleo (Macrocepha Lon Maleo) are in critical condition, posing a threat to the survival of the rare bird species, an environmentalist has said. Harly, executive director of the Indonesian Forum for Environment's Central Sulawesi chapter, said on Saturday the number of Maleo had been dwindling over the past two decades.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
CNRT-flag raising draws thousands of Dili residents
CNRT-flag raising draws thousands of Dili residents DILI, East Timor (JP): Thousands of East Timorese flowed onto the streets here Sunday to watch the opening of a new headquarters for the pro-independence force and the first public raising of the free East Timor flag. In a ceremony that mixed military solemnity with singing and dancing, the National Council of Timorese Resistance (CNRT) raised its blue, green and white flag outside a seafront bungalow that will serve as its new base.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Drug addiction growing threat to society: Experts
Drug addiction growing threat to society: Experts JAKARTA (JP): Experts say some 1.3 million Indonesians are drug abusers and addicts, inflicting a heavy social and economic burden on the crisis-stricken country. Asliati Asril, David Djaelani Gordon and his wife Joyce Gordon, speaking in a seminar here on Saturday, also raised alarm due to the rapid increase in total number of addicts.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
August 17 should be a happy day
August 17 should be a happy day By Harkiman Racheman MEDAN, North Sumatra (JP): On Aug. 17, the country will celebrate the 54th anniversary of its independence, seized from the Dutch colonists and the occupying Japanese in 1945. After several decades where the date was marked by monotonous historical reminiscences of the colonial past, the most important event in the history of contemporary Indonesia will be free this year of the New Order regime's political dictates.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
New 'Abang' and 'None' chosen
New 'Abang' and 'None' chosen JAKARTA (JP): Erlangga Hananda Seto, a student of an aviation academy, and Valerina Novita Daniel, a student at the University of Indonesia, were named Abang and None (Mr. and Miss) Jakarta on Friday night. In a party held in the Sapta Pesona room of the Ministry of Tourism, Art and Culture, the two were selected from among 1,110 contestants from five mayoralties here. Erlangga, 25, was Abang Central Jakarta, while Valerina, 21, None East Jakarta.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Monagro sets up new plant
Monagro sets up new plant JAKARTA (JP): Herbicides and corn seed producer PT Monagro Kimia said on Saturday it would build a new hybrid corn seed plant to increase its production capacity and boost exports. Monagro's sales manager Sidi Asmono said the plant would produce up to 10,000 C-5 and C-7 prime hybrid corn seeds to help meet the growing demand for hybrid corn seed.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Two more civilians shot dead in Aceh
Two more civilians shot dead in Aceh By Ati Nurbaiti LHOKSEUMAWE, North Aceh (JP): Residents in two districts buried two civilians who were shot by unidentified assailants on Saturday, a day after a police chief and a police sergeant also were shot to death in the eerily deserted regency.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Bishop council criticizes the country's political elite
Bishop council criticizes the country's political elite JAKARTA (JP): The Bishop Council of Indonesia (KWI) has criticized the country's political elite, accusing them of failing to take care of the people's interests and future. "We regret and strongly warn the political elite," the organization said in a statement issued on Saturday to mark the 54th anniversary of Indonesian Independence. The statement referred to social, political and economic issues facing the country.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Setya, Djoko to return money to Bank Bali
Setya, Djoko to return money to Bank Bali JAKARTA (JP): Businessmen Setya Novanto and Djoko Chandra will return every penny of the Rp 546 billion (nearly $80 million at current rate) they received from Bank Bali in a controversial transaction as a "gesture of good faith" on Monday, a senior Golkar Party leader said on Saturday. A.A.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
RP, Taiwan close on new aviation pact
RP, Taiwan close on new aviation pact TAIPEI (AFP): Taiwan and the Philippines have reached a breakthrough in their dispute over a suspended aviation accord, Taiwan's foreign ministry said. "After six hours of candid and harmonious negotiations the unnecessary barriers have been removed and the foundations for mutual trust and cooperation have been restored," said a ministry statement released late Saturday.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Oil firm bosses to meet in Bali
Oil firm bosses to meet in Bali JAKARTA (JP): At least 250 executives of major foreign and local oil companies have confirmed their participation in an exhibition and conference on the international oil and gas industry to be held in Bali early next month, the organizing committee said here on Saturday. Organizing committee Chairman Fernando H.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Anton falls amid S'pore table tennis gold rush
Anton falls amid S'pore table tennis gold rush BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (JP): Indonesia failed to wrest Singapore's grip from the 20th Southeast Asian Games table tennis competition on Sunday when its men's singles ace Anton Suseno ran out of steam against Duan Yong Jun. The lone Indonesian representative in the finals fought gamely before losing 21-16, 14-21, 15-21, 12-21 to his Chinese-born opponent.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Locals want Sanif as new governor
Locals want Sanif as new governor JAKARTA (JP): A group of Betawi (native Jakarta) people demanded on Friday that Governor Sutiyoso be replaced by native Army let. gen. (ret) M. Sanif even though the incumbent would not end his tenure until 2002. The group, called the Movement of Supporters for the Betawi Community's Aspirations, said the demand was inspired by three parties dominating the June 7 general election who promised to propose that a native Jakartan be elected as governor.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
'Shabu-shabu' makes way to Indonesia from Shenzhen
'Shabu-shabu' makes way to Indonesia from Shenzhen JAKARTA (JP): Drug traffickers from Shenzhen in China are believed to be responsible for the flood of shabu-shabu (crystal methamphetamine) into many major cities in the country, a police officer said on Sunday. Jakarta Police detectives chief Col. Alex Bambang Riatmodjo, on his return from Hong Kong as the leader of a team of six city police detectives, said Indonesians acted as couriers in bringing the drug from the southeastern Chinese city.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Non-oil and gas exports may match 1998 levels
Non-oil and gas exports may match 1998 levels JAKARTA (JP): The government predicts that Indonesia's non-oil and gas exports this year can reach at least the same level as last year despite sluggish performance in the first semester. The chairman of the National Agency for Export Development (NAFED), Gusmardi Bustami, said on Friday the exports would match the US$48.8 billion booked last year if an expected increase in orders in the upcoming months is realized.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
SEA Games results
SEA Games results Basketball Men: 1. Philippines, 2. Thailand, 3. Indonesia, Malaysia Squash Men's Team: 1. Malaysia, 2. Singapore, 3. Indonesia, Philippines Women's Team: 1. Malaysia, 2. Singapore, 3. Brunei, Philippines Bowling Men Master's Grand Final: 1. Thailand, 2. Singapore, 3. Malaysia Table tennis Men's singles: 1. Duan Yong Jun (Sin), 2. Anton Suseno (Ina), 3. Richard Gonzales (Phi), Zhang Tai Yong (Sin) Women's singles: 1. Li Jia Wei (Sin), 2. Nanthana Komwong (Tha), 3.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia humbled as Games ends
Indonesia humbled as Games ends By Primastuti Handayani and Ivy Susanti BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (JP): Thailand reigned supreme as the 20th Southeast Asian Games closed on Sunday, with former regional sports powerhouse Indonesia left to lick its wounds after its humiliating performance. For the first time ever, mighty Indonesia, which topped the medal standings a record nine times since 1977, was shutout to finish behind longtime rival Malaysia in third.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Therapy vital for hyperkinetic kids
Therapy vital for hyperkinetic kids JAKARTA (JP): Effective treatment is vital for the up to 1.5 million Indonesian children who are hyperkinetic, a brain disorder characterized by hyperactive and impulsive behavior, child psychologist Dwidjo Saputro said on Saturday. Speaking in a seminar on hyperkinesis, Dwidjo said the disorder could affect between 2 percent and 5 percent of the 31.7 million elementary school children in the country.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
On smog
On smog Yes, it's back again. Some call it smog, others prefer a more tourist-friendly term -- haze. But there is no doubt as to the origins of the huge smoke cloud that has enveloped parts of Southeast Asia last week. In 1997, forest fires, aggravated by the El Nino weather phenomenon, swept out of control in Borneo and Sumatra, paralyzing the region for several months. The fires broke out again a year later, albeit with much less ferocity.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Thoughts for an old slogan
Thoughts for an old slogan Tomorrow, Indonesia will celebrate its 54th anniversary of independence under comparatively gloomy circumstances. The nation is now facing a slow move toward a change in administration, while the dark shadow of disintegration looms large. Never has this nation faced so much regional restiveness and chaos since 1957 and never has the military acted in such a pitiless way in crushing dissent.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Wismoyo tells public to take failure in stride
Wismoyo tells public to take failure in stride BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (JP): With Indonesia's long-standing sports supremacy in the region withering following its humiliating showing at the 20th Southeast Asian Games here, National Sports Council (KONI) chairman Wismoyo Arismunandar has opted not to look for a scapegoat. For the first time since it began participating in the biennial event in 1977, Indonesia was upstaged by Malaysia to finish a lowly third.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Bank Bali figure suspects UK bank
Bank Bali figure suspects UK bank JAKARTA (JP): Rudy Ramli, former president of Bank Bali, suspected on Saturday that British Standard Chartered Bank might have been involved in stratagems to take over his bank. Breaking his silence, Ramli said that on the eve of Bank Bali's takeover by the central bank on July 23 Standard Chartered and Bank Bali hosted a big reception at the Shangri-La Hotel celebrating their strategic alliance that was about to be concluded.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's basketball team fulfills lowly target to win a bronze
Indonesia's basketball team fulfills lowly target to win a bronze BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (JP): Indonesia men's basketball team fulfilled its modest target of taking the bronze at the 20th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, beating Malaysia 71-48 on Sunday. The determined national team defied the pressure and outclassed Malaysia in almost all quarters with its better individual skills. It was an improvement for Indonesia which finished fourth in the 1997 Games on home soil.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Defendant's wife says she knew of bomb plan
Defendant's wife says she knew of bomb plan JAKARTA (JP): A witness in the January bombing case of the Ramayana Department Store on Jl. Sabang, Central Jakarta, testified before the Central Jakarta District Court on Friday that she saw two gang members assembling a bomb in a meeting at the end of last year.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia rides off with cycling golds
Indonesia rides off with cycling golds BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN (JP): Although no Indonesian cyclists stepped up to the podium on the last day of the cycling competition at the 20th Southeast Asian Games on Saturday, its riders still pedaled home with the most gold medals. Indonesia finished with three of a possible seven golds, plus three silvers and one bronze.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah to gain strength this week: Sjahril
Rupiah to gain strength this week: Sjahril JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia Governor Sjahril Sabirin expressed confidence Saturday that the rupiah would strengthen again this week after last week's plunge. "Hopefully, after suffering from a shock (the rupiah) will become normal again," he told reporters at the state palace after attending a ceremony. He reaffirmed that the rupiah's ideal level was at between Rp 6,000 to Rp 7,000 per U.S. dollar.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Warring groups end conflict
Warring groups end conflict BATAM, Riau: Leaders of Batak and Flores ethnic groups involved in a recent clash which left 21 people dead and dozens others injured, signed a peace pact on Sunday night. They slaughtered goats, pigs and cows, marking the end of their conflict, Antara reported. The pact was signed by Benny Panjaitan and Rofinus Lorens, and was witnessed by local officials of the Batam municipality, Batam Autonomy Region, commander of the Batam District Military Command Lt. Col.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Forest fires
Forest fires From Media Indonesia Forest fires are making newspaper headlines again, at home and abroad (Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei). It is strange that previous such occurrences have not served as a lesson for the Indonesian government. It is not enough for the government to make statements that it is concerned and is doing its utmost to solve the problem. The reality is different.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto health improving, say lawyer, former aide
Soeharto health improving, say lawyer, former aide JAKARTA (JP): Soeharto's lawyer and a former close aide insisted on Sunday that the health of the former president has shown a significant improvement. Lawyer Juan Felix Tampubolon said on Sunday evening after visiting his client in his Super VVIP Room No. 604 at Pertamina hospital, South Jakarta, "He's improving. He already can communicate properly. There is no more bleeding in his intestinal system.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Mandala suspends service to Ambon due to clashes
Mandala suspends service to Ambon due to clashes JAKARTA (JP): Privately owned Mandala Airlines has temporarily halted its service to the Maluku capital of Ambon due to renewed clashes between Muslims and Christians which have killed at least 100 people and injured 400 since late last month. Antara quoted an official from Mandala's local office, Patty, as saying on Sunday that the airline's headquarters decided to halt its flights from Aug. 13 to Aug.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Relatives of missing activists sue Wiranto
Relatives of missing activists sue Wiranto JAKARTA (JP): Relatives of a number of missing political activists have filed a lawsuit against Indonesian Military (TNI) Chief Gen. Wiranto accusing the latter of failing to bring to court military officers who were allegedly involved in the abductions. The Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (Kontras), who represents the plaintiffs, said the suit was filed in the East Jakarta District Court on Friday.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
'Telkom-1' adds more power to Indonesia's satellite business
'Telkom-1' adds more power to Indonesia's satellite business By Christiani S.A. Tumelap JAKARTA (JP): The launching of PT Telkom's new satellite Telkom-1, an Indonesian third generation satellite, from Kouru, French Guiana, on Friday will adds strength to the country's satellite business. Indonesia now has five satellites in orbit: Telkom-1, Palapa B-2R, Palapa B4, Palapa C2 and Cakrawarta.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian PM on tour
Malaysian PM on tour KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad departed on Sunday for a tour that will take in China and two Russian republics, officials said. Mahathir, accompanied by his wife Siti Hasmah Mohamad Ali, will first make a three-day visit to the Russian autonomous republic of Khabarovskii at the invitation of president Ishaev Victor Ivanovich.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
Medal tally
Medal tally G S B Total Thailand 65 48 56 169 Malaysia 57 45 42 144 Indonesia 44 43 58 145 Singapore 23 28 45 96 Philippines 19 27 40 86 Vietnam 17 20 27 64 Brunei 4 12 31 47 Myanmar 3 10 10 23 Laos 1 0 3 4 Cambodia 0 0 0 0
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
PricewaterhouseCoopers named to check bank scandal audit
PricewaterhouseCoopers named to check bank scandal audit JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) has appointed PricewaterhouseCoopers as an independent auditor to validate the agency's internal audit on the Bank Bali scandal. The agency said in a statement issued late on Friday that the involvement of an international auditor is intended to ensure that the investigation process is valid and not influenced by any parties.
Mon, 16 Aug 1999, 00:00 WIB
City official found killed in hotel room
City official found killed in hotel room JAKARTA (JP): A city official of the Tanah Sereal subdistrict administration office in West Jakarta was found dead in a hotel room on Saturday morning with two deep wounds, to the throat and the left wrist. Police have yet to release a statement about the incident but relatives of the victim, Heryanto, 36, believed that the "kind and successful man in the family" was killed by one of his friends for unknown reason.