Archive: 30 November 2000
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Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
East Timor refugees to choose their countries
East Timor refugees to choose their countries JAKARTA (JP): Some 134,000 East Timor refugees residing in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province will have to decide whether to stay or leave the country in a one-day registration slated for Dec. 13, officials said on Wednesday. "The registration will be done at all refugee camps in the province's 14 regencies.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Questioning objectiveness of art criticism in Indonesia
Questioning objectiveness of art criticism in Indonesia By Putu Wirata DENPASAR, Bali (JP): The objectiveness of art criticism in Indonesia is being questioned. The development of contemporary fine arts in Indonesia seems to be controlled by the taste of only a few people, who have a number of "collectors as followers" and act as speculators of sorts. This has become an increasing trend since the collapse of many non-art businesses in Indonesia.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Police arrest chiefs of Papua Council
Police arrest chiefs of Papua Council JAKARTA (JP): Irian Jaya Police arrested on Wednesday proindependence figure Theys Hiyo Eluay for alleged treason as people in the province were bracing for a rally to commemorate the unrecognized 1961 declaration of independence on Friday. Provincial police chief Brig. Gen.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Deborah Nolan, an artist with a noble cause
Deborah Nolan, an artist with a noble cause By Pavan Kapoor JAKARTA (JP): While the majority of artists find vent to human emotions in external metaphysical objects, Deborah Nolan, attempts a manifestation of these internal landscapes and how they manifest themselves in the human figure. The art works of this artist from Canada, who is presently residing in Yogyakarta, are being exhibited at Warung Badung in Central Jakarta.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
YLKI opposes bus fare hike during holidays
YLKI opposes bus fare hike during holidays JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI) asked the government and bus operators on Wednesday to review the 30 percent increase in intercity bus fares scheduled for the week before and after Idul Fitri. "YLKI will continue to voice its opposition to the fare hike policy as it will only harm people," the head of YLKI Transportation Advocacy Division, Tulus Abadi, told Antara.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Mahathir coalition loses crucial by-election
Mahathir coalition loses crucial by-election KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's ruling coalition lost a crucial by-election in his home state on Wednesday, dealing a blow to the premier's political standing. The opposition Parti Keadilan Nasional (National Justice Party), which champions Mahathir's ousted former deputy, Anwar Ibrahim, won the by-election in northern Kedah, the national Bernama news agency said.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Tommy and his body guards
Tommy and his body guards From Rakyat Merdeka I find Tommy's case very interesting although l am a ordinary man living in a village. I can only get furious and indignant watching Tommy's arrogant conduct, especially toward Nudirman Munir. How much does he pay him? Didn't he learn from his father when the latter imprisoned his opponents and killed those considered troublemakers by having them mysteriously shot?
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Government issues higher coupon rate bonds
Government issues higher coupon rate bonds JAKARTA (JP): The government announced on Wednesday that it would issue new bonds carrying a higher coupon rate that could be exchanged with some of the lower interest rate bonds held by the recapitalized banks. Director General of Financial Institutions Darmin Nasution said that the new policy was aimed at making the recapitalization bonds more attractive to investors.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's Utut reaches FIDE World chess c'ships second round
Indonesia's Utut reaches FIDE World chess c'ships second round JAKARTA (JP): Grand Master Utut Adianto of Indonesia cruised to the second round after overcoming International Master Imad Hakki of Syria 1.5-0.5 Victory Points (VPs) on the second day of the US$3.5 million 2000 FIDE World Championships in New Delhi Tuesday. Utut, whose elo rating is 2583, had his turn to play the white pieces and opened the match by moving his d4 pawn.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Child drowned in Denpasar river
Child drowned in Denpasar river DENPASAR, Bali: A swollen river here swept away a three-and-a- half-year-old child on Wednesday, who was presumed drowned after hours of fruitless searching. The incident took place at 7:45 a.m. local time when the Tukad Buana river, which flows through the village of Padang Sambian Kaja, some 10 kilometers west of here, was in flood following torrential rain earlier in the morning.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Government makes deal with Prajogo to restructure Chandra Asri
Government makes deal with Prajogo to restructure Chandra Asri JAKARTA (JP): The government reached agreement with businessman Prajogo Pangestu late Wednesday on tough debt restructuring terms for the petrochemical giant PT Chandra Asri Petrochemical Center. But Chairman of the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) Edwin Gerungan declined to disclose details because the government had yet to renegotiate the interest rate with Chandra Asri's main foreign creditor Marubeni Corp.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
PSMTI holds 1st congress
PSMTI holds 1st congress BATAM, Riau: The members of the Indonesian-Chinese community grouped in Paguyuban Sosial Marga Tionghoa Seluruh Indonesia (PSMTI) opened their first congress here on Tuesday. At least 5,000 participants from 86 regencies and mayoralties in 21 provinces are taking part in the congress scheduled to end on Dec. 1. The event is taking place at the Novotel hotel in Batam. Chairman of PSMTI Brig. Gen.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Government gives Rp 3m in aid to West Sumatra
Government gives Rp 3m in aid to West Sumatra PADANG, West Sumatra (JP): On behalf of the central government, Minister of Settlement and Regional Infrastructure Erna Witoelar handed over on Wednesday Rp 3 billion to the West Sumatra administration for the repair and rebuilding of infrastructure damaged by recent floods and landslides.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Ex-forestry ministers scheduled to testify
Ex-forestry ministers scheduled to testify JAKARTA (JP): Former forestry ministers Hasjrul Harahap and Djamaludin Suryohadikusumo are scheduled to testify as witnesses on Thursday in the multimillion dollar graft trial of timber baron Mohamad "Bob" Hasan at the Central Jakarta District Court. "They will get their chance to tell their side of the story.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Acts of vandalism
Acts of vandalism When will a leader from the current government (President Abdurrahman Wahid and Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri, for instance) be courageous enough and have integrity enough to put a definite stop to the increasingly antisocial and criminal acts generated by the group that claims to be a defender of Islam?
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Art with a message displayed in Yogyakarta
Art with a message displayed in Yogyakarta By Ahmad Solikhan YOGYAKARTA (JP): To get their art exhibited for public viewing can sometimes be a daunting endeavor for young artists vying with one another for the limited available space. While many exhibitions can be seen in the lobbies of large office buildings, some famous artists prefer to exhibit their works in galleries or even abroad, just for the sake of their prestige.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
State of emergency now
State of emergency now If the government is so keen to impose a state of emergency in Aceh, now is the best time to do it. While at it, the government should also declare a state of emergency in North Sumatra and West Sumatra.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Police: FPI members raid billiard hall
Police: FPI members raid billiard hall JAKARTA (JP): Some 70 armed members of the Defenders of Islam (FPI) raided a billiard hall on Tuesday at Jl. Buncit Raya No. 38 in Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta, a police report said. The mob, armed with daggers, swords and sticks, arrived at about 10:45 p.m. and destroyed seven billiard tables along with other furniture in the hall, the report said. The men left the scene before police arrived. There were no injuries reported during the incident.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Six chief justice candidates undergo final selection
Six chief justice candidates undergo final selection JAKARTA (JP): Six candidates for Supreme Court chief justice undergoing a final test by the Commission II of the House of Representatives on Wednesday, pledged to improve the poor image of the Supreme Court, by among other things, dismissing bad supreme court justices.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali: Exhibitions * Painting Women After Women, at Seniwati Showspace, Ubud Main Street, Dec. 2 to Dec. 26. * Painting Refleksi Seni II, Warna Warni Ekspresi, Darga Gallery, Komplek Sanur Raya 20-21, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Denpasar (Phone: 0361 285249), 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Dec. 2. * Painting by German artist Peter Dittmar, at Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl Raya Sayan (Phone: 0361 979253), Dec. 28 to Feb. 10. Museums and Galleries * Blue Moon Gallery, Jl.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Women's group demands Japanese apology
Women's group demands Japanese apology JAKARTA (JP): The Coalition of Indonesian Women (KPI) called on the Japanese government on Wednesday to make a direct apology to Indonesian women who were forced to become "comfort women" during the Japanese occupation in World War II.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Asia floods ease, but more heavy rain looms
Asia floods ease, but more heavy rain looms SINGAPORE (Reuters): Flooding and rains that have killed over 100 people in Southeast Asia have started to recede, but forecasters warned on Wednesday that more heavy rain was on the way and the unusually wet weather could last until February. Experts say heavy rainfall in the region is consistent with the climate change expected from global warming, but they concede that, scientifically, there is still no direct link.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
NISP books Rp 27.6b profit
NISP books Rp 27.6b profit JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed bank NISP announced on Wednesday a 77 percent increase in net profit to Rp 27.6 billion (US$2.9 million) in the first nine months of the year. The bank said in a statement that credit disbursement rose 91.8 percent to Rp 2.6 trillion in the first months of the year, from Rp 1.35 trillion in the corresponding period of last year.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Train ticket discounts for holiday travelers
Train ticket discounts for holiday travelers JAKARTA (JP): An official with the Ministry of Transportation and Communications said on Wednesday that the government had requested the country's railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) to give discounts to passengers leaving Jakarta early ahead of this year's holiday period.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Taxi fare hike
Taxi fare hike From Warta Kota Indifferent and arrogant! This is the attitude of taxi company owners who have increased the taxi fare by almost 50 percent. The reason is unclear. We are only told prices of spare parts have risen, so the taxi fare must also be raised. The people have not been informed of what is really happening. It's inconvenient if society has to accept this bitter fact of capitalism and free competition in this country.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
PBSI's decision on Taufik
PBSI's decision on Taufik The news that the Indonesian Badminton Association (PBSI) had banned Taufik Hidayat from two international badminton events as "educative punishment" surprised me. As a badminton lover and supporter, I would like to say that PBSI's decision on Taufik is very regrettable. They have destroyed the dreams of the fans in order to save face for PBSI officials. I think the battle between Taufik and PBSI officials is a draw.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
House okays crop varieties bill
House okays crop varieties bill JAKARTA (JP): House of Representatives Commission III on agriculture, forestry, and maritime and fishing affairs officially approved on Wednesday a bill on crop variety protection, the first of its kind here. The move will open the way for the passage of the bill into law.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Libraries to stimulate reading habit
Libraries to stimulate reading habit JAKARTA (JP): One way to encourage children to pick up the reading habit is to open more libraries across the country, former education minister Fuad Hassan said last Thursday. "The interest in reading among children is already high. The problem is how to turn this interest into a hobby," Fuad told The Jakarta Post on the sidelines of a seminar on improving reading and writing proficiency among elementary school students.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
India, China seen as new markets for RI gas
India, China seen as new markets for RI gas SINGAPORE (AFP): Indonesia is looking at China and India as new markets for its massive natural gas reserves as the government moves to boost domestic demand with a plan to slash oil subsidies, industry experts said Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian palm oil dips
Malaysian palm oil dips KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Long liquidation again dominated the Malaysian palm oil market as prices fell on expectations that slow exports would further boost stocks, traders said on Wednesday. The benchmark third-month February futures contract was down nine ringgit at 814 ringgit (US$214.21) a ton after trading as high as 830 due to overnight gains by Chicago soyoil futures.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Ramadhan time for Jakarta
Ramadhan time for Jakarta Thursday Maghrib 5:58 p.m. Friday Imsak 3:56 a.m. Subuh 4:06 a.m.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Gus Dur to sue Soehartos, lawyers for defamation
Gus Dur to sue Soehartos, lawyers for defamation JAKARTA (JP): President Abdurrahman is preparing to take legal action against several members of the family of former president Soeharto and their lawyers over defamation, a presidential spokesman said on Wednesday. "Gus Dur will sue people who have made slanderous accusations especially those concerning the meeting at the Borobudur hotel," presidential spokesman Adhie Massardi told journalists.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
How to catch the fugitive Tommy
How to catch the fugitive Tommy From Republika In chasing Tommy Soeharto, convicted in the Goro-Bulog case, the police chief need not waste energy and funds by employing numerous police officers in the task. Everybody knows already through TV broadcasts that Tommy's lawyer Nadirman Munir SH promised Tommy would not flee. So, just arrest Nadirman, who admits that he often communicates with Tommy by mobile phone. Why do the police make things hard and complicated?
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
RI to tender Makassar blocks
RI to tender Makassar blocks SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Indonesia intends to announce terms and conditions for six deepwater oil and gas exploration blocks by early January, a source at Indonesia's Ministry of Mines and Energy told Dow Jones Newswires Wednesday. The blocks are located in the Makassar Strait, off Kalimantan, in water depths of over 1,000 meters, the official said.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Mustika Ratu tells Martha to back down
Mustika Ratu tells Martha to back down JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed cosmetic producer PT Mustika Ratu has called on its main rival, Martha Tilaar, the owner of PT Martina Berto, to back down in the row over the right to use the name Taman Sari. Dini C. Tobing of Lubis, Santosa and Maulana law firm representing Mustika Ratu said the Directorate General of Intellectual and Property Rights ruled in September that the name belonged to her client. Martha Tilaar's lawyer Hotma Sitompoel on Nov.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Brazilians to join PSIS
Brazilians to join PSIS SEMARANG (JP): Two Brazilian soccer players Arliston de Olivera and Gabriel -- who recently resigned from Persijap club in Jepara, Central Java -- applied to the Semarang-based PSIS team prior to the 2001 Bank Mandiri soccer league. "Both players have applied to join our squad in the league's division one. PSIS officials are discussing the possibility of hiring them," said PSIS manager Anggoto Mardi Husodo on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
PBSI insists current contract still the best
PBSI insists current contract still the best JAKARTA (JP): The Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI) secretary-general, Leo Chandra Wiranata, insisted on Wednesday that the ongoing collective sponsorship system for players was still the best option to support athletes' needs. Leo was responding to Olympics gold medalists Candra Wijaya and Tony Gunawan's call to allow players to seek individual sponsorships.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Akbar warns Gus Dur over Bulog scam
Akbar warns Gus Dur over Bulog scam JAKARTA (JP): House of Representatives Speaker Akbar Tandjung warned President Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid on Wednesday that his alleged involvement in the Rp 35 billion National Logistics Agency (Bulog) scandal could be strong grounds for the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) to impeach him. "The House will call for a trial of Gus Dur if the investigation by the special committee indicates that the President is allegedly involved in the scandal.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Police give conflicting statements on shooting
Police give conflicting statements on shooting JAKARTA (JP): The motive behind Tuesday's shooting of three West Jakarta Police officers by a colleague remains in the dark as their superiors gave contradictory statements on Wednesday about the incident. Jakarta Police chief Insp. Gen. Mulyono Sulaiman said on Wednesday that the shooter, First Insp. Tasman Manurung, was suffering from depression when he committed the murders. Mulyono also said that Tasman had a history of mental disturbance.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Nov. 29
Rupiah Rates Nov. 29 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
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House allows government's proposal to amend central bank law
House allows government's proposal to amend central bank law JAKARTA (JP): The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved the government's proposal to amend the central bank law, but called for a more comprehensive adjustment than the proposed articles to reshuffle the bank's board of directors. Most factions welcomed the amendment of Law No 23/1999 on Bank Indonesia (BI), on the grounds that the independence given to the central bank was too absolute. "...
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Code of ethics draft submitted to House
Code of ethics draft submitted to House JAKARTA (JP): House of Representatives' Legislation Body (Baleg) submitted for deliberation on Tuesday a draft of the House code of ethics, which bans legislators from publicly speaking about the substance of any meeting held behind closed doors. House Speaker Akbar Tandjung said the code of ethics was aimed at improving both political and moral commitments of legislators.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Root of disintegration
Root of disintegration From Media Indonesia It is the right of all people to defend their country and ensure that their nation and culture remain glorious. The Indonesian people proved this in 1945 when they drove away the Dutch colonial power, and in early 1950s when they sent back to China migrant Chinese who refused to speak Indonesian and adopt the Indonesian culture.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Crisis hits reptile and crocodile park
Crisis hits reptile and crocodile park By Gin Kurniawan BEDUGUL, Bali (JP): A strong and muscular man holding a stick appeared on a platform. His presence attracted dozens of hungry crocodiles which surrounded the platform. A number of big crocodiles started to swing their tails against the man's body. The animals chased after him. One of the crocodiles attacked him and he tried hard to wrestle it off. Both the man and the crocodile got into a furious struggle.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
IMF letter fires warning shot at RI
IMF letter fires warning shot at RI HONG KONG (Dow Jones): Frustrated by the slow pace of economic reform, the International Monetary Fund has fired a warning shot across the Indonesian government's bow, the Far Eastern Economic Review reports in its latest edition to be published Thursday. In a tersely worded letter dated Nov.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Extra markets for year end
Extra markets for year end JAKARTA (JP): In anticipation of increased demand for basic commodities for the upcoming Christmas, New Year and Idul Fitri celebrations, the city administration will establish a number of temporary markets throughout the capital next month.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Suspects in UNHCR attack and Eurico to be tried
Suspects in UNHCR attack and Eurico to be tried JAKARTA (JP): Six suspects in the September mob attack on the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) office in Atambua, East Nusa Tenggara, and prointegration militia leader Eurico Guterres will soon be tried, according to an official.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Mother gives birth to 5.9 kg baby
Mother gives birth to 5.9 kg baby SEMARANG: Sarikem, 34, a resident of Kampung Adipasir in Rakit subdistrict, Banjarnegara regency, gave birth on Tuesday to an 5.9-kilogram, 54-centimeter baby girl. "Both the mother and the baby are healthy. As the baby's weight is above average, we had to perform a Caesarean. "It took 30 minutes for the surgery, which was done by Dr. Haryata," Banjarnegara General Hospital director Untung Sungkowo told The Jakarta Post on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Airline seats fuuly booked for long year-end holidays
Airline seats fuuly booked for long year-end holidays By Tantri Yuliandini JAKARTA (JP): People planning to spend their long year-end holidays away may find it hard to get airplane tickets as seats offered by most airlines have been fully booked from Dec. 16 to Jan. 10, according to travel agents. PT Travoo Online's Santirini said that domestic flights to Bali, Yogyakarta, Medan, Makassar, and Surabaya are fully booked from Dec. 17.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
A prayer for Pura Endek Temple on Lake Tamblingan
A prayer for Pura Endek Temple on Lake Tamblingan By Myra Sidharta BEDUGUL, Bali (JP): We would not have embarked on this journey if the keeper of the Chinese temple at Tanjung Benoa had not told us about a preserved hat and a suitcase that he had seen in the Pura Endek temple on Tamblingan. This information was especially interesting to us because we had just read an account of a Sino-Thai merchant in 1845 in an Indonesia magazine published by Cornell University.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Government finds jobs for 8,000 Kamra members
Government finds jobs for 8,000 Kamra members JAKARTA (JP): The government has found new jobs for some 8,000 members of the People's Security (Kamra) civilian militia, but says it fell short of helping the remaining 28,000. Director General of Human Resources Development at the Ministry of Defense Rear Marshall Bachrudin told a media conference here on Wednesday that the government could not do more due to the large financial requirement.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Government urged to lift restrictions on fuel in Irian Jaya
Government urged to lift restrictions on fuel in Irian Jaya JAKARTA (JP): Irian Jaya Governor Yaap P. Solossa has urged President Abdurrahman Wahid to lift restrictions on fuel to eastern areas of the country and to abolish discriminative diesel oil pricing imposed on particular industrial users in that region. "I do not understand why the price of automotive diesel oil for particular industrial users in Irian Jaya is set at Rp 1,200 (12 U.S.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
151 legislators propose memo on Gus Dur's faults
151 legislators propose memo on Gus Dur's faults JAKARTA (JP): A total of 151 legislators from five political parties submitted to House on Wednesday a proposal for a memorandum accusing President Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid of inadequacies and questionable behavior. The 500-strong House can only call for the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) to hold a special session to impeach the President if the latter ignores a memorandum twice.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia, ASEAN and East Asia
Indonesia, ASEAN and East Asia By Jusuf Wanandi JAKARTA (JP): Much criticism has been directed at ASEAN for its inability to overcome the malaise afflicting the institution. This is partly due to the financial crisis of 1997 and also to the addition of several new members. One result of the crisis is that a certain inward-lookingness has developed among ASEAN member states, except Singapore.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Gus Dur's sting
Gus Dur's sting I was speaking with my Singaporean friends after President Abdurrahman Wahid's criticism of that island-state.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Singapore refutes statements attributed to SM Lee
Singapore refutes statements attributed to SM Lee JAKARTA (JP): Singapore refuted on Wednesday several contentious statements which President Abdurrahman Wahid attributed to Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew. President Abdurrahman, while meeting with the Indonesian community in Singapore on Saturday, launched into a tirade against Singapore, in part accusing Lee of publicly suggesting he would soon resign. "Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew has not publicly criticized the Indonesian elite.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov. 29, 2000: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo 2,200 -25 241,500 Adindo Foresta Indonesia 110 0 15,000 Alakasa Industrindo 275 0 0 Alfa Retailindo 1,125 0 1,508,500 Alter Abadi 175 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 925 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 280 0 0 Aneka Tambang (Persero) 1,000 0 738,500 Anwar Sierad 300 0 0 APAC Centertex Corp.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
Not double the pleasure
Not double the pleasure The Jakarta Post is a good source of day-to-day information and news for expatriates in Indonesia. Being a regular reader I often find the same news repeated, sometimes worded differently and sometimes repeated exactly the same. An example is an item in Focus on Jakarta titled Kids raise Rp 17 million, which appeared in the same column worded exactly the same on Nov. 20 and again on Nov. 22. I am sure that the Post does not lack news for this column.
Thu, 30 Nov 2000, 00:00 WIB
C. Java to fix roads for the holidays
C. Java to fix roads for the holidays SEMARANG: Deputy Governor of the Economy Djoko Sudantoko said on Tuesday the Central Java administration would repair some 19 overpasses on the province's main roads to prevent additional traffic jams during the holidays. He said motorists passing through the northern, central and southern parts of the province would most likely experience traffic jams during the upcoming Christmas, Idul Fitri and New Year holidays.