Archive: 4 October 2001
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Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. RITZ (48cm) -- 55pt Bodoni Bold 7/1
1. RITZ (48cm) -- 55pt Bodoni Bold 7/1 Bali awaits Fashion Fusion show 2. SENG (72cm) -- Yap Seng Teng: Unknown guru for Bali's master painters ====================== -- pix A 2x24; B 2x12 -- WTG-Bali 63cm
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Anti-American protesters rally in four Indonesian cities
Anti-American protesters rally in four Indonesian cities Hundreds of people demonstrated on Wednesday in four Indonesian cities against possible U.S. attacks on Afghanistan. Protesters burned U.S. flags and chanted anti-American slogans in the capital Jakarta, and the cities of Palangkaraya, Jambi and Medan, officials said. In the past two weeks, there been daily protests in Indonesia by Muslims opposed to threatened U.S.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
U.S. grants Indonesia's export products duty-free status
U.S. grants Indonesia's export products duty-free status Mochammad N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The U.S. government has decided to scrap import duties on 11 Indonesian export products for a one-year period starting November, a senior official at the Ministry of Trade and Industry said on Wednesday. The Director General of International Industry and Trade Cooperation, Hatanto Reksodipoetro, said the exemptions would help increase Indonesian exports to the U.S. "It's good news for us.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Cabinet ministers split over calls for jihad
Cabinet ministers split over calls for jihad Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Top Cabinet ministers gave mixed responses on Wednesday to the call for a jihad by some radical Muslim groups, seemingly reflecting divisions over the government's stance regarding the matter. "The government cannot stop Indonesians from traveling to Afghanistan to fight against a possible attack by the U.S.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Soccer clubs urge fans to behave at finals
Soccer clubs urge fans to behave at finals Musthofid and Emmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With thousands of soccer fans beginning to pour into the capital, the four teams playing in Thursday's semifinal matches in the Indonesian soccer league called on Wednesday for calm on the part of spectators, while security has been reinforced as part of precautionary measures.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Siemens after sales service
Siemens after sales service I bought a Siemens M35i three months ago in Roxy Mas, it's new and has a guarantee card. In the second month, it often turned off by itself. It never was dropped, or got wet. One day the battery was suddenly depleted although I had just charged it the night before for two hours. I went to the PT Dian Graha Service Center in Butik Ponsel, Sudirman. They admitted that there was something wrong with the main board.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Hundreds move weekly to Batam
Hundreds move weekly to Batam BATAM, Riau: Despite the anti-migration ruling in Batam, hundreds of jobseekers from Sumatra and Java have been migrating illegally to the resort island. The migrants generally enter secretly by boat to the three main harbor areas on the island, which is known as playground for middle-class Singaporeans, with its golf courses and upmarket resorts.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Warden says drug trade triggered Cipinang brawl
Warden says drug trade triggered Cipinang brawl Annastashya Emmanuelle and Emmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The chief warden of Cipinang penitentiary in East Jakarta revealed on Wednesday that the fresh brawl in the prison that left two people dead on the previous night was caused by competition between drugs businesses run by inmates in the institution.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. UBUD (61cm) -- 50pt Bodoni Bold 7/1
1. UBUD (61cm) -- 50pt Bodoni Bold 7/1 Homestays where the heart is in Ubud -- pix 3x10 -- TVtoday; X-word; comics; movies; chess
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Aid for E. Timorese refugees to stop
Aid for E. Timorese refugees to stop Yemris Fointuna The Jakarta Post Kupang Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur (JP): The government has said that, as of December this year, there will be no more humanitarian aid for around 290,000 East Timorese who opted to stay in Indonesia and are now living in West Timor, East Nusa Tenggara province. This means that, starting next year, the refugees will be expected to rely on their own resources to survive. East Nusa Tenggara Provincial spokesman JB.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Coral reefs hurt by lack of policy
Coral reefs hurt by lack of policy The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The absence of a clear-cut policy on the management and conservation of coral reefs has led to the destruction of a part of the country's coral reef, an environmentalist said on Wednesday. Douglas Storey of the Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management Program (Coremap) told The Jakarta Post that currently coral reef management was in the hands of different government agencies.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
No. Name Old Position New Position
No. Name Old Position New Position ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Maj. Gen.Sudi East Java Military Senior officer Silalahi Commander at TNI HQ 2. Maj. Gen. Syahrir Operational Assistant TNI Education and to the Army chief Training Center 3. Maj. Gen. AD Sikki 2nd Kostrad Division East Java Military Commander Commander 4. Brig. Gen. Zamroni Training Director Bukit Barisan Kodiklat; also Military Commander Commander of Aceh's Security and Order Operation. 5.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
For Garuda: $25 million more in premium a year
For Garuda: $25 million more in premium a year For passengers: A $3.10 premium surcharge per trip
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali: Exhibition * Painting Dua Sama Sisi by I Made Mahendra Mangku and I Made Galung Wiratmaja, Galeri Sembilan, Jl Anak Agung Gede Rai, Lodtunduh, Ubud, until Oct. 8. Film French Film at 8:30 p.m., Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud (Phone: 0361 979253), Oct. 9: L'Amour en Fuite (Love on the Run) directed by Francois Truffaut, starring Jean-Pierre Leaud, Marie-France Pisier Claude Jade. Museums and Galleries * Blue Moon Gallery, Jl.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tommy's case far from being closed
Tommy's case far from being closed The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As uproar over the exoneration of former president Soeharto's youngest son increases, the Attorney General's Office pledged on Wednesday to continue its legal fight by filing a case review with the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, legislators asked relevant authorities to investigate the members of the panel of justices who exonerated Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra of corruption charges. Attorney General M.A.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Government mulls lifting duties on sugar-based products: Rini
Government mulls lifting duties on sugar-based products: Rini Mochammad N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Trade and Industry Rini M.S. Soewandi said on Wednesday that the government was considering raising import duties on sugar-based products, a policy that may give rise to international criticism as it goes against the trade liberalization agenda. Rini said that the policy was needed to help protect local industry against imported products.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
BI won't follow Fed in rate cuts
BI won't follow Fed in rate cuts Berni K Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Reflecting prevailing concerns over high inflation and the weakening rupiah, Bank Indonesia said it would maintain its high interest rates despite a 50 basis-point rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve. Bank Indonesia Governor Sjahril Sabirin said on Wednesday that the bank had no intention of following the Federal Reserves' step in easing liquidity. "We will act cautiously.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Legislator rejects funds
Legislator rejects funds MANADO, North Sulawesi: Ang Marentek, a member of the provincial legislative council, turned down a Rp 40 million transportation reimbursement check from the provincial government and returned it through to the legislative council. Marentek handed over the bank note on his rejection of the money during a hearing between the legislative council and Governor A.J. Sondakh here on Wednesday.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Yusril to visit the United States
Yusril to visit the United States JAKARTA: Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra said on Wednesday he will visit the United States on President Megawati Soekarnoputri's instructions to meet his U.S. counterparts. "The President has instructed me to talk with the U.S. attorney general over several matters related to the citizenship of Indonesian nationals in the U.S. and also U.S. citizens residing here," Yusril told reporters after meeting Megawati. He did not elaborate.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Consumers heartened by Mega's ascension
Consumers heartened by Mega's ascension Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Consumer confidence soared sharply in August due to the country's leadership succession, according to the recent consumer confidence survey conducted by Danareksa Research Institute. Danareksa said on Wednesday that the consumer confidence index increased to 112.3 in August from 94.1 in July, which was the first increase after it had fallen below 100 since March due to domestic political uncertainty.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Dollar bulls run in Asian markets, but rupiah ends stronger
Dollar bulls run in Asian markets, but rupiah ends stronger Dow Jones, Singapore Asian currencies were mixed late Wednesday, with dollar bulls experiencing a resurrection as the region's grim fundamentals return to the forefront of investors' concerns, dealers said. Anxieties over the aftermath of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in the U.S. had weighed on the dollar last month. But as panic in the market subsided, the dollar has gradually regained its footing.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
SE Asian stations gang up on West
SE Asian stations gang up on West Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Several Southeast Asian television stations have united to provide a unique platform for regional leaders to air their opinions to 300 million viewers in a move to counter alleged Western bias. Networks from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand on Tuesday night launched a program called In Conversation, which officials describe as a first in the region's broadcast history.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN summit to tackle terrorism, economic woes
ASEAN summit to tackle terrorism, economic woes Associated Press, Jakarta Terrorism and fears of a worldwide economic slowdown will top the agenda when Southeast Asian leaders meet next month, the region's most senior official said on Wednesday. "The urgency of the terrorism problem and the issue of economic competitiveness will mark the next summit," said Rodolfo Severino, secretary general of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Following the Sept.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Aceh separatists free 'TVRI' crewmen
Aceh separatists free 'TVRI' crewmen Ibnu Mat Noor and Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Medan Two technicians of state television broadcasting service TVRI in Banda Aceh have returned to Medan safely after being released by the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) on Monday, leaving another still held hostage.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Hippos once roamed in Gunungkidul: Scientists
Hippos once roamed in Gunungkidul: Scientists The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Scientists have found evidence that hippopotamuses once lived in Gunungkidul, a barren highland regency which suffers water shortages every dry season. In July they discovered fossils believed to be the teeth and knuckle bones of a hippopotamus that lived 7,880 years ago. The animal's remains were found in Sengok cave in Playen subdistrict.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Direct election
Direct election From Rakyat Merdeka The idea of implementing a direct presidential election system is currently being spotlighted by the mass media. Perhaps people have the question: how should a direct presidential election work? Some people say that if a presidential candidate wins over 50 percent of the votes, the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) will only officially confirm the candidate as the winner and swear in the person to the presidency.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia won't fully deregulate markets: PM
Malaysia won't fully deregulate markets: PM Associated Press, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia won't fully deregulate its markets for global trade, and even Southeast Asian regional Free Trade Area agreements should be reviewed, Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said. In a television interview broadcast late Tuesday, Mahathir said developed countries claim that "markets are about making profits" and a failure to address social issues is a reason for rejecting full liberalization.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Japan has banned the use of domestic cattle to manufacture
Japan has banned the use of domestic cattle to manufacture medicines and cosmetics after confirming it had Asia's first case of mad cow disease last month, a Japanese governmental official said Wednesday. - AFP Coffee prices spiralled lower on the London futures markets, driven to new lows on prospects of growing oversupply, traders said.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Security guard jailed for killing
Security guard jailed for killing BANDJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: A district court here sentenced Achmad Kursani alias Anang Kandangan, a security guard in Teluk Kelayan in the city, to 11 years in jail for assassinating his colleague. Nurul Hasanah who presided over the panel of judges in the court session, said Kursani was proven guilty of violating the law in connection with the stabbing death of his colleague Noor Asyikin.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
School closed, expatriates leave after receiving extremists' threat
School closed, expatriates leave after receiving extremists' threat The Jakarta Post, Jakarta An international school in Central Java has been temporarily closed and dozens of Nike employees' family members have left Indonesia for fear of being targeted by radicals seeking to forcibly expel Americans. The Mountain View International Christian School located in the Central Java city of Salatiga will be closed for three months following a bomb threat it received on Oct. 2.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
The need for change
The need for change Of one thing I am sure: I will greatly miss the "old" Jakarta Post, as reading it was a habit that I thoroughly enjoyed. Not only was it consistent, informative and interesting, it was also quite unique in its presentation and lay out. Change perhaps was necessary, and market share, that normally drives most decisions, no doubt played its role in this inevitable revision.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Makassar soccer fans run amok in Surabaya
Makassar soccer fans run amok in Surabaya Ainur R. Sophiaan, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya Hundreds of supporters of the PSM Ujungpandang (Makassar) soccer team ran amok in Surabaya's Tanjung Perak Port on Wednesday, creating panic among visitors and vendors. Many were injured in the incident, including at least two local vendors, who were rushed to a nearby hospital with serious head injuries. Tanjung Perak Police deputy chief Adj. Comr.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Additional aid for orphans
Additional aid for orphans MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: The government will hand over Rp 2.5 billion in additional donation funds to 5,500 orphans in 105 orphanages in the province. Mulyono Macasi, chief of the local social affairs ministry office in the city, said the additional donation, that would be distributed directly to the orphanages later this year, was aimed at improving the nutrition among orphans in the province.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
125 suspects in Madiun clash: The joint team set up to
125 suspects in Madiun clash: The joint team set up to investigate September's army-police clash in Madiun, in which three teenagers were killed, has charged 112 army and 13 police personnel as suspects, and they will now be brought to court.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Bimantoro's embarrassing trip
Bimantoro's embarrassing trip JAKARTA: National Police Chief Bimantoro Surojo's trip to Cyprus last week took an embarrassing turn. After Bimantoro had informed the Indonesian embassy in Damascus, Syria, which covers Cyprus, of his planned visit to Nicosia, Indonesian diplomats managed to arrange a meeting between him and his Cypriot counterpart.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Aircraft workers protest over KKN
Aircraft workers protest over KKN The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Some 5,000 workers of state-owned aircraft company PT Dirgantara Indonesia thronged Jakarta on buses from their plant on Bandung to air their grievances directly at President Megawati Soekarnoputri. But the workers, who tried to march to the Merdeka Palace, were met with layers of police lines. They failed to meet with the President who already had a busy schedule.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Jealous man mobbed to death
Jealous man mobbed to death Emmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A man was mobbed to death by residents after he set fire to his ex-wife's house in Pasar Rebo, East Jakarta, on Tuesday. Police identified the dead man as 48-year-old MB Abdul Rozak, a resident of Ciganjur, Jagakarsa, South Jakarta. Jakarta Police spokesman Sr. Comr. Anton Bachrul Alam said Rozak went to visit his former wife, Endang, at around 10:30 p.m.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
The unknown guru to Bali's master painters
The unknown guru to Bali's master painters Nyoman Wijaya, Historian, Udayana University, Denpasar, Bali Yap Seng Teng or Yap Sin Tin was just an ordinary immigrant from China who arrived in Bali in the early 1930s. For some Balinese artists, especially those who lived in Denpasar, he was a prominent figure in developing local painting styles. I Gusti Made Deblog, one of Bali's influential painters, openly admitted that the Chinese man was his real guru.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Minister requests money to fix prison system
Minister requests money to fix prison system Fabiola Desy Unidjaya, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The fatal brawl at Cipinang penitentiary in East Jakarta prompted Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra to approach President Megawati Soekarnoputri on Wednesday, seeking financial support to address problems within the prison. "The classic problems at Cipinang are overcrowding and a lack of security personnel.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Textile expo at National Museum
Textile expo at National Museum JAKARTA: Textile lovers are to be entertained with an event featuring an exhibition, a seminar, a dance performance and a fashion show at the National Museum on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta, on Oct. 19 and Oct. 20. It will start with a show titled The History of Indonesian Textile, choreographed by Jay Subiakto and supported by top fashion designers like Iwan Tirta, Baron & Biyan, Ghea Pangabean, House of Prajudi, Nelwan Anwar and Asmoro Damais.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
FDI falls by 26%, BKPM says
FDI falls by 26%, BKPM says Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Approved foreign direct investment (FDI) fell by 26 percent to US$5.75 billion between January and August this year compared to the same period last year, the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) said on Wednesday. The board said in a statement that the number of FDI projects also fell by 8.9 percent to 872 projects compared to the same period last year, which saw 950 projects approved.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Extortion suspects arrested
Extortion suspects arrested SEMARANG, Central Java: The Central Java Provincial Police arrested on Wednesday three local men for in an alleged extortion scam that involved a group of recently-returned laborers from Saudi Arabia. Sr. Comr. Fakhrizal, chief detective of the provincial Police, said the three suspects identified only as PT, 50, PA, 32, and IR, 22, were arrested after attempting to extort nine female workers in a house in Ungaran, some 20 kilometers south of the city.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Inalum cuts production target by 10%
Inalum cuts production target by 10% Dow Jones, Singapore PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminum (Inalum) has lowered its primary aluminum output target 10 percent to 200,000 metric tons this fiscal year, a company executive told Dow Jones Newswires Wednesday. The cut is due to inadequate power supply caused by low water levels in Lake Toba which company uses for its hydroelectric power plant, the executive said. The company previously forecast this fiscal year's output at 222,827 tons.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Jazz festival held this weekend
Jazz festival held this weekend TANGERANG: Top local jazz musicians and singers, including Ireng Maulana, Ermi Kulit and Endin, will perform at the two day Red and White Jazz Festival this weekend. The third annual show will take place in Lippo Karawaci Taman Sari, Tangerang, on Saturday and Sunday. Unlike previous shows, this year's festival does not involve foreign artists. Among those to perform on the first day are Ireng Maulana and friends, and popular bossa nova singer Ermi Kulit.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
New state enterprise may run sports complex
New state enterprise may run sports complex Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In a bid to end the long-running dispute over the management of the Bung Karno sports complex in Senayan, Central Jakarta, State Secretary Bambang Kesowo said on Tuesday that his office would soon consult with the Finance Ministry on the establishment of a state enterprise (BUMN) especially designed to manage the lucrative complex.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct. 3, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,200 -25 94,500 Adindo Foresta 80 -20 25,000 AGIS 100 -10 1,296,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 525 -25 4,134,000 Alakasa 215 0 0 Alfa Retailindo 775 -25 3,500 Alter Abadi 50 -5 10,000 Alumindo Light 500 -50 2,500 Andhi Chandra 2,025 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 235 5 50,000 Aneka Tambang 900 -50 2,012,000 Apac...
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Garuda says all flights are fully insured
Garuda says all flights are fully insured Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta National flag carrier Garuda Indonesia has secured coverage for its third-party war and terrorism liability insurance up to a maximum of US$1 billion without government support, a senior executive said. Garuda's director of finance Emirsyah Satar said on Wednesday that the company had moved to cover the insurance with agencies in London immediately after the government declined to underwrite the airline.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Muhammadiyah against 'sweeping'
Muhammadiyah against 'sweeping' JAKARTA: The Muhammadiyah Muslim organization's executive board urged Indonesian Muslims on Wednesday to disregard calls to conduct "sweeps" against foreigners, mainly U.S. citizens. A statement issued by the Preaching and Propagation Council of the Muhammadiyah executive board said that Muslims should not fight violence with violence because Islam is a religion of peace. "Now, U.S. President George W.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Bearish sentiment
Bearish sentiment prevails, stocks end lower Most Asian stocks end down, local issues, attacks aftermath Asian stock markets closed mostly lower Wednesday, weighed on by various factors including profit-taking, stock-specific concerns and a general feeling of uncertainty in relation to possible U.S. military retaliation over the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Asian banks cut rates, others fear fund flight
Asian banks cut rates, others fear fund flight Reuters, Singapore Most central banks in the Asia Pacific region look set to follow the Federal Reserve's lead and cut interest rates, but some have less room for maneuver given fears that investors might respond by shifting funds abroad. Because of the currency peg linking the Hong Kong dollar to the U.S.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Despite plea, still no wealth reports from councillors
Despite plea, still no wealth reports from councillors Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta City Councillors were still unwilling to submit their wealth reports to the Public Servants' Wealth Auditing Commission (KPKPN), despite President Megawati Soekarnoputri's call for them to do so.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Eleven killed in head-on collision
Eleven killed in head-on collision Agus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Tegal A head-on collision between a truck carrying cement and a bus full of passengers occurred on the highway at Kajen village, Lebaksiu subdistrict in Tegal regency on Wednesday, killing 11 people and injuring 19 others. Ten of the victims have been identified, while another body remained unidentified as of Wednesday afternoon. The 19 injured persons were rushed to Dr.Soesilo Hospital in Tegal soon after the collision.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Pupils taught in cramped conditions
Pupils taught in cramped conditions TANGERANG: About 2,500 students from nine state elementary schools have to share four school buildings located on a plot of land on Jl. HOS Cokro Aminoto, Kreo, Larangan Utara subdistrict. Each school has only five classrooms and there are between 40 and 60 students to a room. Students have to take class in turn and sometimes one table is shared by two or three students, according to the school principal of SDN I State Elementary School, Abdul Hamid.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Intrusive legislature
Intrusive legislature Megawati Soekarnoputri's rise to the presidency in July with strong coalition support created a market belief that her government would be able to speed up its long-delayed reform agenda through the House of Representatives. But what the government has been facing so far is an overzealous House of Representatives which attempts to intervene into virtually every program the government is pursuing.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Questioning identity through video art
Questioning identity through video art Asikin Hasan, Curator, Helsinki, Finland Video art is not very well-known in Indonesia but it is the newest medium to feature at the International Contemporary Exhibition ARS-01 at the Contemporary Museum KIASMA in Helsinki. The exhibition which was opened on Sept. 29 by Erkki Tuomioja, Finland's minister of foreign affairs, will run until Jan. 20, 2002.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
2 X 16 48pt Bodoni
2 X 16 48pt Bodoni Future looks bright for Poland, RI ties JP/ /POLAND ==================================================================== Jointly sponsored by the Polish embassy in Jakarta, the Indonesian embassy in Warsaw and the national airlines, Garuda Indonesia, three Indonesian journalists visited Poland to observe the parliamentarian elections held on Sept. 23 and to meet with officials of the two countries regarding bilateral ties.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Government told to proceed with Cemex deal
Government told to proceed with Cemex deal Berni K Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government should proceed with its put option deal for the sale of state-owned cement producer PT Semen Gresik to Mexico- based Cemex SA de CV, without waiting for the House of Representatives to lend its approval, a senior legislator said on Wednesday.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Boeing to sell China 30 aircraft
Boeing to sell China 30 aircraft Agence France-Press, Washington U.S. aerospace firm Boeing announced plans Tuesday to sell 30 aircraft to Chinese airlines in a deal worth US$1.6 billion list prices. The deal was signed at the Commerce Department in Washington between Boeing and China Aviation Supplies Import an Export Corporation (CASK) for the firm order of 30 Boeing 737 jetliners.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
108 students receive scholarships
108 students receive scholarships JAKARTA: Over 100 elementary students in Bekasi have received scholarships from Lippo Cikarang as part of the company's community service in the area. The students from eight state elementary schools in five villages surrounding Lippo Cikarang were awarded the scholarships for the 2001/2002 school year, head of the company's public relations department, Jeanny L. Wullur, said on Wednesday.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Southeast Asian television stations unite to counter Western media
Southeast Asian television stations unite to counter Western media Agence France-Presse Kuala Lumpur Several Southeast Asian television stations have united to provide a unique platform for regional leaders to air their opinions to 300 million viewers in a move to counter alleged Western bias. Networks from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines and Thailand on Tuesday night launched a program called In Conversation, which officials describe as a first in the region's broadcast history.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Aid for East Timorese refugees to stop
Aid for East Timorese refugees to stop Yemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, Kupang Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur: The government has said that, as of December this year, there will be no more humanitarian aid for around 290,000 East Timorese who opted to stay in Indonesia and are now living in West Timor, East Nusa Tenggara province. This means that, starting next year, the refugees will be expected to rely on their own resources to survive. East Nusa Tenggara Provincial spokesman JB.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
112 army, 13 police personnel charged in Madiun clash
112 army, 13 police personnel charged in Madiun clash Ainur R. Sophiaan, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya The joint team set up to investigate September's army-police clash in Madiun, in which three teenagers were killed, has charged 112 army and 13 police personnel as suspects, and they will now be brought to court, East Java Military Police chief Col. Soejono said here on Wednesday.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Oct. 3
Rupiah Rates Oct. 3 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Lack of funds keeps shuttlers out of European events
Lack of funds keeps shuttlers out of European events Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The cash-strapped Badminton Association of Indonesia has dropped plans to send shuttlers to two Grand Prix tournaments in Europe and has short-listed players for another events. The European outings were the German Open, which is under way until Sunday, and the US$75,000 Dutch Open in the following week.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Anti-American protesters rally in four Indonesian cities
Anti-American protesters rally in four Indonesian cities Hundreds of people demonstrated on Wednesday in four Indonesian cities against possible U.S. attacks on Afghanistan. Protesters burned U.S. flags and chanted anti-American slogans in the capital Jakarta, and the cities of Palangkaraya, Jambi and Medan, officials said. In the past two weeks, there been daily protests in Indonesia by Muslims opposed to threatened U.S.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Let's not forget
Let's not forget WR Soepratman From Kompas On Aug. 17 each year, the nation celebrates Independence Day and the red-and-white flag is hoisted to the accompaniment of the national anthem, Indonesia Raya. In relation to the city administration's plan to erect statues in Jakarta, I suggest that the composer of the above anthem, Wage Rudolf Soepratman, should also be honored and immortalized in the form of a statue.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Team to be set up to examine Supreme Court's ruling on Tommy
Team to be set up to examine Supreme Court's ruling on Tommy Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak The Jakarta Post Jakarta A number of watchdogs and the Indonesian Bar Association intend to establish a team to examine the Supreme Court's decision to exonerate former president Soeharto's son Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra" of corruption charges.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Trans Asian Railway needs $2.5b
Trans Asian Railway needs $2.5b Deutsche Presse-Agentur, Singapore Southeast Asian governments need to spend US$2.5 billion in infrastructure costs to complete the Trans Asian Railway linking Singapore to China, a study said on Wednesday. Commissioned by the Malaysian government, the study published in The Business Times newspaper indicated most of the work on the "missing links" of the route needs to be done in Laos and Cambodia.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Semifinalists vow to fight to end
Semifinalists vow to fight to end Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Persija, Persebaya, PSM and PSMS, are bracing themselves for tough games in their Indonesian League semifinals here at the Bung Karno Stadium on Thursday, with their eyes set on the Sunday's final. The 1999 runner-up, Persebaya, will take to the ground without its key player Agung Setiabudi, who was suspended after collecting two bookable offenses in their quarterfinal trip to Medan.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Homestays where the heart is in Ubud
Homestays where the heart is in Ubud Wahyuni Kamah, Contributor, Ubud, Bali Since the 1970s, Ubud has been one of Bali's popular tourist destinations and many travelers fall in love with its beautiful panoramic scenery. Many of them seek mystical experiences and a good place to dwell on values different from theirs. They want to learn about Balinese culture by living with local families in this sub-district in Gianyar Regency, about 15 kilometers north-east of capital Denpasar.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Arabs hail US support for Palestinian state, Israel fears backfire
Arabs hail US support for Palestinian state, Israel fears backfire Agencies JERUSALEM United States President George W. Bush's endorsement of a Palestinian state Tuesday was welcomed by Arab countries, while Israel feared it might be perceived as a success for Osama bin Laden, the prime suspect in the Sept. 11 terror attacks.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia told to open access to displaced persons
Indonesia told to open access to displaced persons The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A special envoy of the UN Secretary General has urged the Indonesian government to open its doors to international assistance to handle the problem of some 1.3 million people who have been displaced by violence and conflict in the country. Francis M. Deng, representative of the UN chief for internally displaced persons (IDPs), concluded a one-week official visit to Indonesia on Sept.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Corruption rife in state firms
Corruption rife in state firms MEDAN, North Sumatra: The Provincial prosecutor's office has promised to investigate serious allegations of corruption at state-owned palm oil plantations in the province, says an official. Chairman Harahap, chief of the provincial prosecutor's office, conceded that his office had received numerous reports alleging graft that has reached billions of rupiah, in almost all state- owned palm oil plantations. "We will follow up the reports.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Glodok porn trade booming
Glodok porn trade booming Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta You can't judge a package by its cover, as is the case with pornographic video compact discs (VCDs), which display photos of local artists on the cover, yet disappointingly fail to show them in the buff inside. There are VCDs with titles such as Asmaraku (My Love) that display pop singer Krisdayanti on the cover while Fantasi Nakal (Naughty Fantasy) shows her sibling Yuni Shara.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police questioned about detainee
Police questioned about detainee JAKARTA: Chief of Tanjung Priok Police subprecinct Comr. Budi Siswanto and his three subordinates were questioned by Jakarta Police's internal affairs unit in connection with the release of a suspect in a drugs case, an officer said on Wednesday. City police spokesman Sr. Comr. Anton Bachrul Alam said North Jakarta Police Sr. Comr. Andi Chaeruddin would likely be questioned too.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. BI (4x8)
1. BI (4x8) BI won't follow Fed in rate cuts 2. Sugar (2x Govt mulls lifting import duties on sugar-based products: Minister 3. Duty (3x14) U.S. grants RI export products duty-free status 4. Cement (2x20) Govt told to proceed with Cemex deal 6. Survey (2x15) Consumers heartened by Mega's ascension 7. FDI FDI falls by 26%, BKPM says
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
"If another such incident ever happens again, I will not show
"If another such incident ever happens again, I will not show any mercy to those involved. I'll discharge every member of a battalion if necessary." Ryamizard Ryacudu
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Bali awaits Fashion Fusion show
Bali awaits Fashion Fusion show Primastuti Handayani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bali never ceases to run out of attractions to capture the attention of tourists. After the successful Bali Fashion Week in August, the paradise island is gearing up for another huge fashion show at the end of this year. Fashion Fusion, which will take place at the Ritz-Carlton Bali Resort and Spa from Nov. 30 to Dec.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Lesson in reform: Poland's experience
Lesson in reform: Poland's experience Oei Eng Goan, staff writer, The Jakarta Post, Warsaw Jointly sponsored by the Polish Embassy in Jakarta, the Indonesian Embassy in Warsaw and Indonesia's national airline Garuda Indonesia, three Indonesian journalists visited Poland to observe the parliamentarian elections held on Sept. 23 and to meet with officials of the two countries to promote bilateral ties.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
The law vs. the public
The law vs. the public Good luck is once again siding with Tommy (Soeharto). The Supreme Court yesterday (Monday) granted him a judicial review in the Goro corruption case, which in November last year provided the court with a reason to penalize him with an 18-month jail term. What this means is that as of that moment Tommy is a free person once again. Of course, this is true only as the Goro case is concerned. What about other outstanding cases? Those still have to be proven in court.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
TNI reshuffles deck, hopes for winning hand
TNI reshuffles deck, hopes for winning hand Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Military (TNI) Headquarters announced on Wednesday a major reshuffle involving a number of high-ranking officers. The rotation -- officially signed in Decree No. 509/2001 by TNI Commander Adm. Widodo A.S. on Oct. 2, 2001 -- involved three- star generals as the highest officers being replaced. Most of them have reached retirement age.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Anti-American protesters rally in four Indonesian cities
Anti-American protesters rally in four Indonesian cities Hundreds of people demonstrated on Wednesday in four Indonesian cities against possible U.S. attacks on Afghanistan. Protesters burned U.S. flags and chanted anti-American slogans in the capital Jakarta, and the cities of Palangkaraya, Jambi and Medan, officials said. In the past two weeks, there been daily protests in Indonesia by Muslims opposed to threatened U.S.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sweeping classified as terrorism?
Sweeping classified as terrorism? JAKARTA: All movements or actions that incite unrest and chaos among the people and thereby damage the country's image can be categorized as terrorism, head of State Intelligence Body (BIN) A.M. Hendropriyono said on Tuesday.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Box of underwear mistaken for bomb
Box of underwear mistaken for bomb DENPASAR, Bali: Dozens of police officers and bystanders became extremely nervous when a bomb squad began to open a cardboard box they suspected to contain explosives. As the bomb squad finally opened the box, there was a smattering of laughter as the 30 cm by 30 cm package contained nothing more harmful than women's underwear and compact discs. The box was delivered by a man named I Gede Wijaya, 45, to the Diponegoro police post at 8:30 a.m. on Monday.
Thu, 04 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
GAM denies training new rebels
GAM denies training new rebels Muharram M. Nur, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam The Free Aceh Separatist Movement (GAM) denied on Wednesday that it was training rebels of the so-named Free Deli Separatist Movement (GDM), aimed at fighting for the separation of the Deli sultanate in the northern part of North Sumatra from Indonesia. "GAM has never trained Deli rebels.