Archive: 20 September 2000
53 articles found
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Minister urges quality improvement in education
Minister urges quality improvement in education JAKARTA (JP): Minister of National Education Yahya Muhaimin opened the fourth National Education Convention on Tuesday calling for improvements in quality and less stress on subjects such as ideology and civic affairs. "My main concern now is for a substantial improvement in the quality of elementary and secondary education. The same thing goes for universities," Yahya said after opening the four-day convention in Hotel Indonesia.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Conversion Rates
Conversion Rates Bank Indonesia's conversion rates on Sept. 19, 2000: Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
A corner for good java at Dome
A corner for good java at Dome JAKARTA (JP): It's the oft-heard complaint of longtime residents of the capital -- where to find a good place for a cup of coffee and conversation without having to fight for mirror space with the posers. At the risk of making a sweeping generalization, most of the city's cafes are so-so ventures into the domain of style, not substance.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Lack of warnings on smoking danger
Lack of warnings on smoking danger I refer to the letter from Mr. Graeme T. Steel published in The Jakarta Post on Sept. 14, 2000, titled A different view of smoking. Regarding your letter about smoking, I echo your disappointment with The Jakarta Post for displaying a tobacco advertisement. However, I must take issue with the rest of your remarks concerning this newspaper's failure to acknowledge significant reasons for smoking in a recent editorial.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Breast-feeding, the best source of food for babies
Breast-feeding, the best source of food for babies By Donya Betancourt SANUR, Bali (JP): As we know , breast-feeding is the perfect source of food for babies, it is full of nutrition and immunities and it is the cheapest milk in the world. But a few mothers have problems when breast-feeding. Why is breast-feeding so simple and easy for one mother and, at the same time, it is so hard and difficult for the other, especially a working mother? What is the problem?
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
IM Texmaco ends Aspac's winning streak
IM Texmaco ends Aspac's winning streak JAKARTA (JP): Aspac finally tasted the agony of defeat at the 2000 Nuvo Kobatama basketball league in a see-saw match against IM Texmaco on Tuesday. The spirited IM pushed Aspac to its limits during the match, which it won 73-70. Despite the loss, Aspac remains on the top of the standings, thanks to the team's nine wins. Aspac got off to a brisk start as it raced to a 16-4 lead in the first quarter, but was soon left trailing right up to the final buzzer.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Bomb threats hit Jakarta again
Bomb threats hit Jakarta again JAKARTA (JP): Acts of terror returned to the capital on Tuesday as four bomb threats, which later turned out to be hoaxes, were telephoned to two separate offices in South Jakarta. The first of two bomb threats hit the office of the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare on Jl. Rasuna Said on Monday morning, causing panic among the employees. The first threat was received about 8:45 a.m.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Rusdihardjo's dismissal
Rusdihardjo's dismissal Rusdihardjo's dismissal as chief of the National Police must not be seen as the removal of an individual officer. It could well be that Gus Dur (President Abdurrahman Wahid) is disappointed with Rusdihardjo's performance. It would be more correct, however, to see it as his disappointment with the police as an institution. The inability of the police to catch the perpetrators of the recent bombings is but a morsel in a whole stack of inabilities.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
RI shows gas potential at world energy expo
RI shows gas potential at world energy expo JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian International Oil, Gas and Energy Conference and Exhibition (IIOGE) opened here on Tuesday with Indonesia endeavoring to find export markets for the country's gas resources. Delegates from India and China, both prospective markets for Indonesian gas, will be among those in attendance at the three- day conference and exhibition at the Jakarta Convention Hall.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Jl. Braga prepares to get a shock
Jl. Braga prepares to get a shock BANDUNG: As part of commemorations marking the 190th anniversary of Bandung, the city tourist office is holding a one- day art and street performance spectacular along the famous Jl. Braga main drag on Sept. 24. The event, called Braga Kaget (Braga Surprise) is aimed at showing that Bandung is a great place for visitors, the head of the tourist office, Erwin Anwar said on Tuesday. "Jl. Braga will be closed to traffic on that day," he added.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Surabaya
Where to go in Surabaya Music and Entertainment * The Westin Surabaya, Jl. Embong Malang 85-89 (Phone: 031 5458888): - Java Jimmy's Irish Pub: Live music, Sunday to Thursday, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m., Friday to Saturday, 6 p.m. to 3 a.m. * Hyatt Regency Surabaya, Jl. Jend. Basuki Rakhmat 106-128 (Phone: 031 5311234): - Lobby: Gamelan (Traditional Music), Monday to Thursday, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Solo Pianist, Monday to Sunday, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Friday to Saturday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. * Shangri-La Hotel, Jl.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Sutiyoso and Edi to hold talks with city police chief
Sutiyoso and Edi to hold talks with city police chief JAKARTA (JP): Due to the worsening security condition in the capital, Governor Sutiyoso and City Council speaker Edi Waluyo have agreed to soon hold a meeting with the Jakarta Police to further discuss ways to improve overall security. Speaking separately to reporters on Tuesday, both Sutiyoso and Edi said they had sent an official invitation to Jakarta Police chief Insp. Gen.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Toyota sales may double in four Asian markets
Toyota sales may double in four Asian markets SINGAPORE (Bloomberg): Toyota Motor Corp. expects vehicle sales in four of the largest markets in Southeast Asia to almost double by 2005, aided by fast economic growth, lower tariffs and increased competition among automakers.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's business prospects in 2001
Indonesia's business prospects in 2001 The following is based on a presentation by businessman Sofyan Wanandi at the recent World Economic Forum in Melbourne. MELBOURNE: Three years have gone by since Indonesia and the region were hit by the financial crisis. Last year's World Economic Forum proclaimed that the region is back on its feet. Indonesia was lagging behind but it is now well under way towards economic recovery.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Woman killed with son on lap
Woman killed with son on lap JAKARTA (JP): A three-year-old boy was found crying on the bloody lap of his murdered mother on Tuesday in Bekasi, east of Jakarta, police said. Suprihayati, 26, had been stabbed by an identified person in her home in Duren Jaya subdistrict, East Bekasi The boy, Yogi, was covered in her mother's blood and crying out for her, a neighbor who found them said. Suprihayati had deep gashes to her lips, neck and chest.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Former bank owners must fulfill debt obligations
Former bank owners must fulfill debt obligations JAKARTA (JP): The country's powerful former bank owners must surrender additional assets if the amount pledged earlier was insufficient to cover the indebtedness of their banks to the government, Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Rizal Ramli said on Tuesday. Rizal said that the former bank owners must also provide personal guarantees to hand over more assets if the value of the assets they have pledged deteriorates in the future.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
PCCW to invest US$100m in KL
PCCW to invest US$100m in KL HONG KONG (Dow Jones): Pacific Century Cyberworks Ltd. or PCCW, said Tuesday it will spend US$100 million in Malaysia over the next five years to provide an array of Internet access services and a full-service data center. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission has granted the Hong Kong company an applications service provider class license, said PCCW in an announcement.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
OPEC expects oil prices to fall soon
OPEC expects oil prices to fall soon JAKARTA (Reuters): OPEC Secretary-General Rilwanu Lukman said on Tuesday he expected surging oil prices to fall very soon, reiterating that the cartel would pump more crude if necessary. He said OPEC would not hesitate to respond if prices -- which have been hitting 10-year highs of some $36 to $37 per barrel -- did not ease before the body's ministerial meeting in November.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Floods affect four million in SE Asia
Floods affect four million in SE Asia PHNOM PENH (AFP): More than four million people are now affected by the worst floods in a generation sweeping down the Mekong River basin, the heart of mainland Southeast Asia's rice bowl, officials and international aid workers said on Tuesday.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Governor gives aid for new dorm
Governor gives aid for new dorm JAKARTA (JP): Governor Sutiyoso on Tuesday handed over Rp 500 million (US$58,140) in aid to help finance the construction of a new students' dormitory at the Syarief Hidayattulah State Academy of Islamic Studies (IAIN) in Ciputat, South Jakarta. The aid is part of the Rp 1 billion fund allocated from the city budget for the building of the dormitory. The aid was received directly by IAIN's rector Azyumardi Azra at the governor's office.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Baaqil clarifies arrest order with Gus Dur
Baaqil clarifies arrest order with Gus Dur JAKARTA (JP): Islamic leader Habib A. Baaqil, whose arrest was ordered by President Abdurrahman Wahid for his alleged involvement in the fatal Jakarta Stock Exchange bombing last week, withdrew his threat to 'retaliate' against the president, saying that the matter had been sufficiently explained to him. He claimed on Tuesday to have had a very positive meeting with the President on Sunday.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Taiwan told to recognize 'One China' for talks
Taiwan told to recognize 'One China' for talks BEIJING (AFP): China rebuffed Taiwanese President Chen Shui- bian's call for talks and direct transport links by the end of the year, insisting he must first recognize the "One China" principle. Foreign ministry spokesman Sun Yuxi said on Tuesday that Beijing would welcome any officials from Taiwan for talks, as long as they accepted the principle enshrining Taiwan as an inalienable part of Chinese territory.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Olympics Program 12:00 p.m. Interval 2:00 News 2:30 Olympics Program 6:30 Music 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV Drama 8:00 Olympics Program 9:00 News 9:35 Economic News 10:00 Comedy 10:30 News Program 2 5:30 p.m. News 6:00 Music 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV Drama 8:00 City News TPI 5:30 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 7:00 Music 9:00 Indian Film 12:00 p.m.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
AWAIR to serve new routes with new planes
AWAIR to serve new routes with new planes JAKARTA (JP): Private air carrier Air Wagon International (AWAIR) is set to expand its services with two new aircraft and four more domestic and two new international routes next month, company managing director Rachmat Soebakir said on Tuesday. He said the two new aircraft, both Airbus A-300s, would be used in the company's new service to Singapore and Taipei as well as new local destinations Surabaya, Denpasar, Batam, Makassar and Manado.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Capital's population drops by 1.1 million, governor reveals
Capital's population drops by 1.1 million, governor reveals JAKARTA (JP): The capital, renown as one of the most densely populated cities in the world, wrote a new page in its history book by losing a whopping 1.1 million of its population within a year. Smiling broadly, Governor Sutiyoso announced on Tuesday that the current population in Jakarta -- based on the latest census by the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) -- dropped to 8.3 million people from last year's figure of 9.4 million.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
UN envoy expected to visit Myanmar
UN envoy expected to visit Myanmar YANGON (AFP): United Nations special envoy Razali Ismail is expected to visit Myanmar in early October, local press said on Tuesday. The envoy, who first came to Yangon in early July, is expected to visit again in October, The Myanmar Times said.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Banser ready to fight Soeharto followers
Banser ready to fight Soeharto followers SURABAYA (JP): Leading figures of Banser civilian security guards said on Tuesday they were ready to fight followers of former president Soeharto. Banser is under Nahdlatul Ulama's Muslim youth organization (Ansor). Mohammad Rofik, leader of the organization's East Java branch, said that 150,000 Banser members in the province were now on alert. "We are waiting for further instructions from the NU head office," Rofik said.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Nervous Navarro wakes up in time to win
Nervous Navarro wakes up in time to win SYDNEY (AFP): Jose Navarro got a wake-up call halfway through his first Olympic fight and rallied in time here Tuesday to maintain the United States' unbeaten run and pursue a family goal for a gold medal. The U.S. is 7-0 after almost four days' competition and working towards their anticipated showdown with Cuban boxers in the medal rounds next week.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Siemens plans KL investment
Siemens plans KL investment KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): German technology giant Siemens plans to invest a total of 3.4 billion ringgit (US$89 million) in two of its electronics plants in Malaysia next year, a report said Tuesday. Siemens president Heinrich von Pierer was cited by The Star newspaper as saying it will spend three billion ringgit to expand its semiconductor plant in the southern Malacca state and 420 million ringgit at another plant in the northern Penang state.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Udin's trial adjourned
Udin's trial adjourned YOGYAKARTA: The first trial of a police sergeant charged with plotting the murder of a journalist in 1996 began at a Yogyakarta military tribunal on Tuesday without the presence of the defendant. Prosecutor Lt. Col. Roesdi H.R. told the court presided over by Col. Danur Atmodjo that Edy Wuryanto, who now serves at National Police Headquarters in Jakarta, could not appear at court, "because he is absent from his office today".
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Estrada rebuffs Chirac 'interference'
Estrada rebuffs Chirac 'interference' MANILA (Agencies): Philippine President Joseph Estrada, buoyed by soaring domestic support for his risky hostage rescue mission, on Tuesday brusquely rejected French criticism of the military assault. Estrada sent in the army against Abu Sayyaf camps on the remote southern island of Jolo on Saturday to rescue 19 American, French, Malaysian and Filipino captives. The United States and Malaysia have expressed understanding but France has been critical.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Akbar has different stance on police chief's dismissal
Akbar has different stance on police chief's dismissal JAKARTA (JP): House of Representatives Speaker (DPR) Akbar Tandjung has taken a different stance from most House members over President Abdurrahman Wahid's decision to dismiss National Police chief Gen. Rusdihardjo. Akbar said on Tuesday that the President should have explicitly notified the House before replacing the police chief, but added that he could understand Abdurrahman's move because of the situation.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Australia lied about E. Timor deaths: Files
Australia lied about E. Timor deaths: Files CANBERRA (Reuters): Secret files released on Tuesday show the Australian government lied about its knowledge of the murder of five journalists in East Timor weeks before Indonesia invaded in late 1975, political analyst Des Ball said. The files show the government was informed that the journalists were dead on Oct.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Sept. 19, 2000: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo 750 55 371,500 Adindo Foresta Indonesia 205 10 550,000 Alakasa Industrindo 500 -195 21,500 Alfa Retailindo 830 30 43,500 Alter Abadi 210 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 1,005 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 295 20 20,000 Aneka Tambang (Persero) 1,010 20 1,884,000 Anwar Sierad 300 0 0 APAC Centertex Corp.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Law needed to probe Presidential 'affairs'
Law needed to probe Presidential 'affairs' JAKARTA (JP): The bill on the presidency now being drafted by the House of Representatives should include a provision that allows for investigations into allegations of extramarital affairs involving the head of state, a legal expert said. Criminologist Adrianus Meliala of the University of Indonesia said on Tuesday the bill could stipulate the appointment of an independent attorney to investigate sex scandals featuring the president.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
RSCM doctors
RSCM doctors Most people are disappointed with the "verdict" of the medical team from a reputable public hospital (RSCM), who did not allow Soeharto to be brought to the court room. Actually the doctors were only asked to evaluate Soeharto's health condition and whether he could withstand the pressure of an open trial, nothing more and nothing less. The new examination revealed the same results as the previous examination in his house before he underwent a judicial examination.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Cleaning service man 'commits suicide'
Cleaning service man 'commits suicide' JAKARTA (JP): A cleaner at the Danamon building on the main thoroughfare of Jl. Sudirman in Central Jakarta was found dead on Tuesday afternoon on the roof of the seventh floor annex of the 33-story building. But security guards at the building believe the victim, identified as 22-year-old Tony Gumbaya, committed suicide for an unknown reason by jumping from a window on the 14th floor of the building. He died immediately.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Dana, Kasiyadi share lead in golf tourney
Dana, Kasiyadi share lead in golf tourney TANGERANG, West Java (JP): Dana Mahmud and Kasiyadi each scored three-under par 69 for the joint lead after the first day of the Rp 100 million (US$11,700) Andersen Consulting Challenge golf championship at the Bumi Serpong Damai Golf Course, Tangerang, on Tuesday. A total of 60 professional and 30 amateur golfers are taking part in the tournament, vying for the Rp 27 million top cash prize.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Govt to auction short-term bonds in December
Govt to auction short-term bonds in December JAKARTA (JP): The government will issue short-term bonds in December in a bid to further support the bank recapitalization program, according to director general of financial institutions at the Ministry of Finance Darmin Nasution. Darmin said on Tuesday that proceeds from the 6 to 12-month bonds, which would be auctioned in the primary market, would be used to repurchase some of the government's longer-term bank recapitalization bonds.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
IBRA banks to extend Rp 300 billion to SMEs
IBRA banks to extend Rp 300 billion to SMEs JAKARTA (JP): Ten commercial banks controlled by the Indonesian Banking Restructuring Agency (IBRA) agreed on Tuesday to extend Rp 300 billion (US$35.3 million) worth of credit to small and medium enterprises. The loans, under a special government program, carry interest rates of between 16 to 18 percent, compared to 23 percent for ordinary commercial loans.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Provinces urged to think of forest conservation
Provinces urged to think of forest conservation JAKARTA (JP): Provincial administrations, which will be given greater authority to manage their forest resources beginning next year, should not use their power to boost regional revenue at the expense of forest conservation.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Govt to provide tax incentives for debt restructuring
Govt to provide tax incentives for debt restructuring JAKARTA (JP): The government will provide approximately Rp 600 billion (US$70.59 million) in tax incentives to companies who go to the Jakarta Initiative Task Force (JITF) for help in restructuring their debts, according to a senior government official.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Boy wonder Taufic struck by self doubt
Boy wonder Taufic struck by self doubt SYDNEY (Reuters): Indonesian boy wonder Taufik Hidayat overcame an attack of self doubt on Tuesday to hold off unseeded Malaysian Ong Ewe Hock and move into the quarterfinals of the men's badminton singles at the Olympics. The Chinese had no problems with confidence, with their top men and women stars all cruising through.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Wanting to gain weight is a common desire
Wanting to gain weight is a common desire Question: Hello Clare, I enjoy your column in The Jakarta Post -- informative and very readable. If possible, may I have a few tips regarding a diet and exercise regime for a male, 33 years, wishing to increase his body weight. Kind regards, Andrew Patrick Answer: Dear Andrew, A desire to gain weight or "beef up a bit" is more common than most people realize. Thank you for your query which actually prompted today's article.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
On doubtful citizenship
On doubtful citizenship From Surabaya Post A report in Surabaya Post of Sept. 6, under the title of "Doubtful citizenship of 20,000 Indonesian citizens of Chinese descent." has left me wondering: What is Wachid Hariyanto, a member of Commission A of the Provincial Legislative Council, really after? Wachid suggested that the applications for Indonesian citizenship filed in 1996 be reviewed because, he alleged, there was dishonesty on the part of many of the applicants.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Kostrad cleared of graft charges
Kostrad cleared of graft charges JAKARTA (JP): The Army's Strategic Reserve Command (Kostrad) has been cleared of corruption charges over the use of massive financial resources managed by its foundation. But Army Inspector General Maj. Gen. Djoko Subroto, who led the investigation, faulted past Kostrad leaders for mismanaging the foundation. "Despite the administrative disorder, we found no irregularities in the way the foundation was run," Djoko said at a media briefing.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
6,472 bottles of alcohol confiscated
6,472 bottles of alcohol confiscated CILACAP, Central Java: Cilacap Police confiscated 6,472 bottles of alcohol in raids on various stalls and shops in the area on Monday evening. "In our observation, alcohol is consumed daily by local residents. We have to do something before it affects the public in general," Cilacap Police chief Supt. Bambang Sudarisman said.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
The JSX plunges
The JSX plunges The 7 percent fall of the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) Composite Index on Monday to a 17-month low, though widely predicted after the bomb blast at the JSX building on Wednesday afternoon, will have a far-reaching impact on the pace of the nascent economic recovery.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Thailand, Vietnam join hands on rice
Thailand, Vietnam join hands on rice BANGKOK (DPA): Thailand and Vietnam, which together supply more than half of the world's rice exports, on Tuesday for the first time joined hands in setting prices on the important food grain.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
President requested funds: Official
President requested funds: Official JAKARTA (JP): A senior official of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) testified in court on Tuesday that he had disbursed Rp 35 billion of funds from an employee foundation in January. He believed the money was requested by President Abdurrahman Wahid. Mulyono, chairman of Bulog's Yanatera foundation, said he understood that then Bulog deputy chief Sapuan had full authority to order him to disburse the money.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
'Military reluctant to disarm militias in West Timor'
'Military reluctant to disarm militias in West Timor' YOGYAKARTA (JP): Harold Crouch pointed out that the government will continue to face difficulty in disarming pro-integration militias ensconced in West Timor without the full cooperation of elements of the military. Crouch, who is also director for the Indonesia Project at the International Crisis Group (ICG), noted that elements within the military were still reluctant to support the disarmament of the militia.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
World Bank backs U.S. warning to RI
World Bank backs U.S. warning to RI SYDNEY (Agencies): World Bank president James Wolfensohn has backed a U.S. warning that Indonesia faces a loss of international financial support unless it brings pro-Jakarta militia under control in West Timor. Wolfensohn told reporters here Indonesian President Abdurrahman Wahid had a responsibility to demonstrate before a meeting of international donors next week that he was serious about tackling the militia, AFP reported.
Wed, 20 Sep 2000, 00:00 WIB
Komselindo
Komselindo I would like to share with your readers the bad experience which I had with Komselindo. On Sept. 9, I received a letter from the Laisina Law Office which acts as a "debt collector" for Komselindo. It is written in the letter that as a user of a cellular phone (under my name Heriana), I have to pay an unpaid amount of Rp 413,000. And I will be sued if I fail to comply.