Archive: 20 December 2001
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Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Thursday, December 20, 2001
TV Program: Thursday, December 20, 2001 TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Environment 8:45 City News 10:00 Children's Songs 10:30 30 Minutes with Anita Rahman 11:00 Regional News 11:30 Music 12:00 p.m. News 1:00 Talk Show 2:00 News 2:30 Debating 3:30 Children's Program 5:15 Children's Drama 6:00 News 7:00 Talk Show 9:00 News 9:30 Country Road 10:30 Documentary Film 11:00 Talk Show TPI 5:30 a.m.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Free harelip medical operation for local kids from Caltex
Free harelip medical operation for local kids from Caltex Rahmat was 12 and Juniati was 11. Like the other kids at their village of Aur Sati in Tambang district of Bangkinang, Riau, the two played cheerfully in the neighborhood. So did Kurniati, 7, who lives in a small town of Kuala Enok, Indragiri Hilir, Riau. But their parents could not hide their sorrow eyes towards their happy-looking children, who "differ" from other kids because of their harelips.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Some local products not ready to compete under AFTA, Kadin says
Some local products not ready to compete under AFTA, Kadin says Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) said that some 27 percent of local products were not yet ready to compete in the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), which would start early next year.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Foreign tourism enjoys a comeback
Foreign tourism enjoys a comeback As one of the immediate impacts of the Sept. 11 tragedy in New York, over a million foreign tourists reportedly canceled their plans to visit Indonesia, causing disastrous effects to the tourist industry and empty hotel rooms throughout the country. Now, being in Bali for the holidays, I was pleasantly surprised to see many foreign tourists roaming the streets, dining in restaurants and shopping in the sidewalk stalls in Kuta and Ubud.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Legislators' housing may be sold
Legislators' housing may be sold JAKARTA: The House of Representatives' complex of 495 upmarket houses in Kalibata, South Jakarta, may be for sale because the government is too broke to fund their maintenance and refurbishment. The idea to sell the prime-site housing complex has come from legislators Benny Pasaribu, Danial Tandjung and Berny Tamara.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali: Exhibitions * An Evolution of Collaboration between Photograps and Paintings, Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 979253), until Dec. 26. * Panting Faight of Women by Made Sukadana, Paros Gallery, Jl. Pantai Purna, Sukawati, Gianyar, until Jan. 10. * Panting Ibu - Anak Perempuan, Seniwati Gallery, Jl. Sriwedari 2b, Banjar Taman, Ubud, until Dec. 30.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sebastian Gunawan: Making a grand impression
Sebastian Gunawan: Making a grand impression Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Sebastian Gunawan's annual show at the Hotel Mulia in Central Jakarta in August was outstanding for two reasons. The presentation was extraordinary, with the plexiglass runway, bordered by two screens on each side, an ideal arrangement to show the 100 sparkling dresses before 1,500 guests, undoubtedly the most ever assembled for a fashion show in the capital.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Garuda says bomb threat a hoax
Garuda says bomb threat a hoax JAKARTA: Indonesian state airline Garuda Indonesia said on Wednesday a bomb threat which forced one of its planes to make an emergency landing had been a hoax. The plane, carrying 261 passengers and crew to the resort island of Bali, returned to Jakarta's main airport shortly after takeoff on Tuesday following a phone call from an unidentified caller saying there was a bomb aboard the Boeing DC-10.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Honda outlines global plan focusing on Asia
Honda outlines global plan focusing on Asia Ryan Nakashima, Agence France-Presse, Tokyo Honda Motor Co. Wednesday unveiled plans to shift car part production out of Japan and import large numbers of vehicles into Japan from foreign factories to cut costs and boost its global competitiveness.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Plaza Mandiri receives third bomb hoax
Plaza Mandiri receives third bomb hoax JAKARTA: Hundreds of people working on the 33rd floor of Plaza Mandiri on Jl. Gatot Subroto, South Jakarta, were evacuated from the building following bomb threats. The calls were received by Rospita, the phone operator at between 12:20 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. from allegedly different men who told her that the bomb would explode at 3 p.m. She told a security guard who immediately contacted Jakarta Police Headquarters.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Wahyuni Kamah, Contributor, Tabanan
Wahyuni Kamah, Contributor, Tabanan Being famous as Bali's rice barn, Tabanan regency offers breathtaking views of terraced rice fields, like those in Selemadeg Kaja village. Located about 26 km from the province's capital Denpasar, it is clear that Selemadeg Kaja has not been much affected by modernization. For instance, the houses are still traditionally true Balinese in terms of architecture and function.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Presidential decree vital in probing Theys' death
Presidential decree vital in probing Theys' death Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A member of the rights commission's fact-finding team on the death of Theys Hilo Eluay claimed there were already strong clues that might shed light on the case, but without presidential intervention the police would be unable to unravel the murder any further.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
The Shirt Torn in the Back
The Shirt Torn in the Back By Agung Mabruri The pressure to get by and provide for our daily needs had me and my wife Asih, just married for six months, racking our brains to figure out how to make some extra money. We discussed everything from opening a newspaper stand, a catering business or a small retail shop, weighing the pluses and minuses of each idea. But we stumbled when it came to finding the start-up capital.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Girl raped on way home from party
Girl raped on way home from party MALANG, East Java: Returning from attending Idul Fitri celebrations, a 16-year-old girl was raped on Monday and her motorcycle was burned by the perpetrator to cover up his crime. The victim, And, from the village of Jatiwangi, Dampit district was raped by Sd, 27, a resident of the village of Dadapan in Wagir district. The incident occurred when And was riding her motorcycle home. The suspect stopped her and offered to accompany her as it was already dark.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Special autonomy for Papua hailed
Special autonomy for Papua hailed R.K. Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura As many as 50 Irianese religious leaders and local figures expressed on Wednesday support for the government's plan to give special autonomy to the resource-rich province of Irian Jaya.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
TV charity is good but not accountable
TV charity is good but not accountable From Bisnis Indonesia With the relentless difficulties afflicting our country over the past few years, a number of social activities have emerged, one of which is fund raising by private television stations.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/R. Berto Wedhatama
JP/R. Berto Wedhatama VISITING HER FATHER-IN-LAW: Ardhia Pramesti "Tata" Regita Cahyani, the wife of Hutomo Mandala Putra, popularly known as Tommy Soeharto, talks to the press upon her arrival at Pertamina Hospital in South Jakarta to visit her ailing father-in-law former president Soeharto. Hospital Spokeswoman Tuti Dwi Patmayanti said Wednesday that Soeharto's condition has stabilized but he was still very weak.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Experts give mixed forecast for 2002 consumption outlook
Experts give mixed forecast for 2002 consumption outlook Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Hit by a plunge in export sales, Indonesia is relying on its only other economic growth engine, consumer spending, but analysts have produced a variety of forecasts on whether consumption will remain strong enough next year to sustain current economic growth levels. The government said Indonesia's economy would maintain its current growth rate, providing local consumption remained bullish.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Fresh violence hits Ambon, nine people killed
Fresh violence hits Ambon, nine people killed Oktovianus Pinontoan, The Jakarta Post, Ambon Gunmen opened fire on the Haturua speedboat in Teluk Ambon Baguala Bay, in the Maluku province capital of Ambon, on Wednesday morning, killing nine passengers and injuring two others. The incident took place about one week after a group of armed men set off a strong explosion on board the KM Kalifornia on Teluk Ambon Bay, killing at least 11 people and injuring 45 others.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Court orders deportation of foreigners
Court orders deportation of foreigners CAMBODIA: Cambodia's municipal court has ordered the deportation of four foreigners allegedly involved in human trafficking after finding them guilty of illegal entry, a court official said on Wednesday. Prosecutor Sok Roeun said the four men -- two Pakistanis, one Afghan and one Indonesian -- were convicted during a trial on Monday.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
A senior Philippine official urged the Hong Kong government on
A senior Philippine official urged the Hong Kong government on Wednesday not to cut the wages of foreign maids in the territory. The call came during a visit by the Philippines' Secretary of Labor Patricia Sto Tomas to Hong Kong, where the government is facing pressure from employers to cut the minimum wage of maids to alleviate the pain of an economic downturn.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Plan to scrap 'Ebtanas' laudable
Plan to scrap 'Ebtanas' laudable From Warta Kota The government's plan to eliminate the national exam (Ebtanas) for elementary and secondary schools is worthy of support because the step will save billions of rupiah, which have so far been spent by the government as well as parents to finance the exam every year.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Spotlight
Spotlight Photo: LippoBank LOYAL CUSTOMERS: LippoBank deputy president Yusuf Valent (left) and managing director Harry Sasongko (right) share a light moment with two customers of the bank's branch offices in Bali who won top prices in LippoBank's Menang Lagi (Win Again) draw. The prizes were given during a gathering at LippoBank's regional office in Bali on Dec. 7.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Fire guts houses left by owners
Fire guts houses left by owners Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Dozens of empty houses on Jl. Kembangan Tiga, Kwitang, Central Jakarta, caught fire on Tuesday evening while the owners were celebrating the Idul Fitri holiday at their hometowns. An oil lamp exploded and started the fire, which then quickly set all homes nearby ablaze, Central Jakarta Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr. Edmond Ilyas said on Wednesday. Around 50 houses in the densely populated area were destroyed by the fire.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Five youngsters perish in landslide
Five youngsters perish in landslide PADANG, West Sumatra: An Idul Fitri family gathering in the village of Biduak Lurah Barangin, some 148 kilometers north of Padang, capital of West Sumatra, was brought to an abrupt and tragic end by a landslide on Tuesday night when five members of the family were killed. A spokesman for Pasaman regency Surya Budi confirmed the incident on Wednesday and said that the landslide occurred following two days of heavy, relentless rain.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Urban families miss domestic helpers
Urban families miss domestic helpers Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta At this time of year domestic helpers become missed more than ever as the laundry piles up, the house becomes poorly maintained and housewives find it increasingly difficult to juggle all the household chores by themselves.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
President ill, cancels appointments
President ill, cancels appointments JAKARTA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri canceled five official appointments on Wednesday due to illness, presidential secretary Kemal Munawar said. Before she canceled the scheduled meetings, the President had met with Army Chief of Staff Gen. Endriartono Sutarto and executives of Barisan Nasional, a nationalist group, Kemal Idris, Rahmad Witoelar and Kharis Suhud.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police should
Police should guarantee security From Sinar Pagi One Saturday evening in November, I went to Cafe Shinta in Tasikmalaya, West Java, with my fiancee and her mother to watch a fashion show. Since it was a full house, we were forced to take seats on the balcony, where I could also take photographs of my girlfriend's cousin, a participant in the show. As the show proceeded, my fiancee's mother wanted me to take pictures of her with her friends, who were also on the balcony.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police told to remove Iraqi refugees from E. Nusa Tenggara
Police told to remove Iraqi refugees from E. Nusa Tenggara Yemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, Kupang East Nusa Tenggara Deputy Governor Johanis Pake Pani has asked the provincial police to remove Iraqi refugees from the province because they are the responsibility of the central government and the International Migration Organization (IOM).
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. Garbage - 2x 20
1. Garbage - 2x 20 Corruption in garbage management suspected 2. Fire 4x8 Fire guts houses left by owners 3. Help - 1x 35 Urban families miss domestic helpers 4. Brawl - 2x20 Shops, car vandalized in South Jakarta brawl
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
AGO still undecided on Soeharto case
AGO still undecided on Soeharto case Tiarma Siboro and Abu Hanifah, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Attorney General's Office is still undecided on whether or not to pursue corruption cases involving former president Soeharto, who remains in a critical condition since being rushed to hospital on Monday.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Fresh violence hits Ambon, nine killed: Gunmen opened fire on the
Fresh violence hits Ambon, nine killed: Gunmen opened fire on the Haturua speedboat in Teluk Ambon Baguala Bay, in the Maluku province capital of Ambon, on Wednesday morning, killing nine passengers and injuring two others. Page 2 Govt reviews discriminative rulings: The government is currently reviewing around 50 regulations deemed discriminative against ethnic and religious minorities in the country, Cabinet deputy secretary Erman Rajagukguk said here on Wednesday.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Summit to counter misperceptions on Islam
Summit to counter misperceptions on Islam Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Around 150 of the world's Muslim leaders from 50 countries will begin a three-day summit here on Friday aimed at countering various misperceptions on Islam among Westerners following the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the U.S. "The Islamic world has been under pressure as they (Western countries) misunderstand Islam.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police told to focus probe on They's driver
Police told to focus probe on They's driver R.K. Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura The proindependence Papuan Presidium Council (PDP) called on the police to focus on anybody who saw or had helped Aristoteles Masoka, the driver of the late Theys Hiyo Eluway, in their ongoing investigation of the late PDP chairman's mysterious death. PDP Secretary General Thaha Al-Hamid said it was the responsibility of the local police to search for Aristoteles to help them investigate the murder case.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tsinga village gets water reservoir
Tsinga village gets water reservoir Markus Mardius, Contributor, Tembagapura, Titmice, Irian Jaya A mountain water reservoir constructed by the residents of Tsinga village has become a source of pride, and water, for the inhabitants. Located some 100 kilometers, or a 15-minute helicopter flight, from Tembagapura, the reservoir took six months to complete.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Shops, car vandalized in South Jakarta brawl
Shops, car vandalized in South Jakarta brawl The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Dozens of shops at Pasar Rumput market in South Jakarta were vandalized, one car was set alight and several people were injured on Wednesday due to a brawl between rival gangs at the market. No one was killed in the incident, no one had been detained, said the chief of detectives of South Jakarta Police, Adj. Comr. Merdisyam. The situation was brought under control after the police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Jasa Rahardja offers free health service
Jasa Rahardja offers free health service MANADO, North Sulawesi: Local state-owned insurance company Jasa Raharja opened a free health service clinic for motorists, public vehicle drivers and the public during the year-end holidays. Head of Manado's Jasa Raharja office John Situmorang said the clinic was open on Dec. 14 and Dec. 15 and had served at least 350 people. Medical services are also to be given free of charge on Dec. 23 and Dec. 24.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Some products not ready to compete under AFTA: Kadin
Some products not ready to compete under AFTA: Kadin Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) said that some 27 percent of local products were not yet ready to compete in the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), which would start early next year.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rustriningsih: From shy girl to dauntless politician
Rustriningsih: From shy girl to dauntless politician Ivy Susanti, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In many ways, she is no different from other young single women with a rising career. But she's no ordinary woman in the country's political landscape, still primarily filled with men even with a woman president.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Govt reviews discriminative rulings; Official
Govt reviews discriminative rulings; Official Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is currently reviewing around 50 regulations deemed discriminative against ethnic and religious minorities in the country, Cabinet deputy secretary Erman Rajagukguk said here on Wednesday. He said his office had listed various discriminative rulings and had asked the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights to draft changes to the regulations.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Semanggi I toll gate to change the rules
Semanggi I toll gate to change the rules JAKARTA: Starting on Thursday, the City Transportation Agency will impose a new regulation at the entrance to the Semanggi toll road in a bid to relieve the heavy traffic congestion in the area. Motorists traveling south on Jl. Sudirman (from Hotel Indonesia or Monas for example) will not be allowed to enter the Semanggi I toll gate, which is located near Crown Plaza, on Jl. Gatot Subroto, if they want to head toward Cawang or Halim.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. API (4x13)
1. API (4x13) API paints bleak outlook for textile industry 2. AFTA (2x37) Some local products not ready to compete under AFTA: Kadin 3. Toll (4x9) Toll road projects attract investors 4. Kopi (2x23) Coffee output to remain below projections: AEKI 5. Poll2 Asia hopes to let good times roll in 2002 6. Blum U.S. trade deficit widens
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Van accident claims 8 lives
Van accident claims 8 lives BOJONEGORO, East Java: Eight people were killed, 12 others were seriously injured when a speeding and overloaded public van lost control and hit a tree in the village of Sudu on Wednesday morning. Seven of the victims died instantly at the scene. The van, plying the Bojonegoro to Cepu route, was transporting 20 people, even though its maximum safe capacity was just 15 people.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police urged to pursue witnesses of Theys' driver
Police urged to pursue witnesses of Theys' driver R.K. Nugroho The Jakarta Post Jayapura The proindependence Papuan Presidium Council (PDP) called on the police to focus on anybody who saw or had helped Aristoteles Masako, the driver of the late Theys Hiyo Eluway, in their ongoing investigation of the late PDP chairman's mysterious death. PDP Secretary General Thaha Al-Hamid said it was the responsibility of the local police to search for Aristoteles to help them investigate the murder case.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/FESTIVE
JP/FESTIVE Bali Offering joyous festivities for old and young OR Celebrate your holiday in style on the Island of the Gods OR Celebrate your holiday in style in Bali Rita A. Widiadana and I Wayan Juniarta The Jakarta Post Denpasar Let's cherish the year that has almost passed and welcome the one to come with joy and glory. This is a happy moment to celebrate with your loved ones.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Govt urged to trace Soeharto's assets
Govt urged to trace Soeharto's assets Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The deteriorating health of former president Soeharto should not become an excuse for the authorities to exonerate the 80-year-old ex-general from corruption charges. His health condition should, instead, encourage them to bolster their efforts to trace Soeharto's enormous wealth and return it to the people.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Professionalism needed
Professionalism needed From Adil The annual exodus of holiday makers returning to their hometowns is now in full swing. Travelers are keen to get together with their families to celebrate Lebaran. Unfortunately, going home is not as easy as one might think. In fact, it is still very difficult to return home to celebrate this great religious holiday, even though the country has been independent for 56 years. The core problem is the difficulty in obtaining tickets.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Batam tripartite meeting proposes 5% wage rise
Batam tripartite meeting proposes 5% wage rise Fadli The Jakarta Post Batam A tripartite meeting attended by businessmen, labor and government representatives has agreed to propose a five percent, or Rp 25,000, increase in the minimum wage for the industrial island of Batam in Riau province, officials said on Sunday. The proposal was approved by Batam Mayor Nyat Kadir and has been presented to the Riau governor for endorsement or rejection.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
2 dead, 2 missing off C. Java beach
2 dead, 2 missing off C. Java beach YOGYAKARTA: Two people are feared drowned, two others were found dead on Wednesday, after being swept away from Parangtritis beach on Tuesday after strong waves and currents hit the coast along Bantul regency, Yogyakarta. The four were all residents of Sragen, Central Java who were on vacation in the resort along with 17 other people. They were identified as Suparti, 20; Sarikurniawan, 16; Hani, 20; and Parni, 17.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Civil servants have yet to provide public services
Civil servants have yet to provide public services The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Muslim Idul Fitri holidays are officially over, however, the holiday mood continued at most government offices in several major cities through Wednesday, one day after public services should have officially returned to normal. Government offices in the Irian Jaya capital of Jayapura were open for only about two hours, before some of the employees went home at about 11 a.m. on Wednesday. "I came to the office at 9 a.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Clash erupts after failed extortion
Clash erupts after failed extortion BANDUNG, West Java: Bandung Kulon Police dispersed a fracas late on Tuesday near the Jl. Sudirman - Soekarno Hatta traffic circle, which all began after a thug was bopped by his victim. Police held two men, one was identified as CC and suspected to be the extorter and then there was Thamrin, a foodstall owner, who was the suspect's victim.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Leo Wahyudi S
Leo Wahyudi S The Jakarta Post Jakarta Senen railway station in Central Jakarta was crowded on Wednesday even though Idul Fitri was two days ago. Some were leaving the city while others were queuing for tickets for trains departing over the next seven days. Not all of them were late holiday revelers. "I am going home to Surabaya on Dec. 23 for Christmas," said one woman.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Dec.19
Rupiah Rates Dec.19 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Toll road projects attract investors
Toll road projects attract investors The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Investors from Australia, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia have expressed interest in participating in the construction of four stalled toll road projects on densely populated Java island, according to a minister. Minister of Settlement and Regional Infrastructure Soenarno said the foreign investors were interested in financing the Surakarta-Semarang, Cileunyi-Nagreg, Semarang-Batang and Gempol- Pandaan toll road projects.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Alwi embraces NU but Matori turns back on it
Alwi embraces NU but Matori turns back on it Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Reconciliation among rival leaders of the split National Awakening Party (PKB) remained elusive on Wednesday as the opposing camps went ahead with their preparations to hold separate PKB congresses. Former foreign minister Alwi Shihab's camp will still rely on the support from traditional Muslim ulemas but the Matori camp vows it will seek support from the common people from a broad spectrum.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Coffee output to remain below projections: AEKI
Coffee output to remain below projections: AEKI Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The country's coffee output and exports will continue to remain below yearly targeted levels next year as low international prices for the commodity have discouraged local coffee growers, according to an executive of the Association of Indonesian Coffee Exporters (AEKI).
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
2002 coffee output to remain below projections: AEKI
2002 coffee output to remain below projections: AEKI Adianto P. Simamora The Jakarta Post Jakarta The country's coffee output and exports will continue to remain below yearly targeted levels next year as low international prices for the commodity have discouraged local coffee growers, according to an executive of the Association of Indonesian Coffee Exporters (AEKI).
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
TNI murder rampage suspect tried
TNI murder rampage suspect tried KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: The Military Court was processing the murder charges of Chief Pvt. LI who allegedly shot dead fellow soldiers from Infantry Battalion 621/Manuntung. The trial was expected to be held soon, chief of the 161/Wirasakti Regional Military Command Col. Moeswarno Moesanip said on Tuesday. "The case is now being processed and it is expected that the military court trial will commence soon," said Moeswarno.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
1 killed, 3 injured in bus accident
1 killed, 3 injured in bus accident PURWOKERTO, Central Java: One person was killed and three others were seriously injured when an overloaded public bus plunged into a 20-meter-deep ravine in the village of Pageralang, Kemranjen district, Central Java. The victim was identified as 40-year-old Sunarni who died instantly at the scene while the injured were the Tani Jaya bus driver Hadi Sunarno, 46; Tariyah, 38, a resident of Jl. Daan Mogot, West Jakarta and Moh.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
RI top seeds Wynne Prakusya, Suwandi advance to HK Open's quaterfinals
RI top seeds Wynne Prakusya, Suwandi advance to HK Open's quaterfinals Agencies, Hong Kong Indonesians Wynne Prakusya and Suwandi cruised to the quarterfinals of the US$60,000 Asian Championships after beating their respective opponents here Wednesday. Wynne Prakusya, who is top seed in the women's singles, fought back from a set down to beat Hong Kong's Tong Ka-po 0-6, 7-5, 7- 5, while her male compatriot Suwandi edged out Taiwanese Lu Yen Hsun 6-4, 6-2.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Some things fishy, and more, in Cirebon cuisine
Some things fishy, and more, in Cirebon cuisine Stevie Emilia, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon Cirebon is popularly known as "Shrimp City", and sampling a wide range of tasty seafood is a must when visiting the city. The good news is that there is no limit to your options, starting out with sidewalk food stalls offering bargains for grilled shrimp, fish or crab. If money is no object, there are also several restaurants that serve delicious seafood.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
RI should abolish the death penalty
RI should abolish the death penalty Indonesia's continued use of the death penalty must disappoint those around the world who look to this country for moral leadership. Capital punishment has never proved a deterrent to serious crimes. The death penalty simply does not work. In fact, evidence suggests that executions have a general brutalizing effect, and may actually increase the level of crime and violence in society.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. Ali: 5 lines, 10 counts
1. Ali: 5 lines, 10 counts Ali Alatas to launch 'Voice for a Just Peace' 2. PKB: 2 lines, 20 counts Alwi embraces NU but Matori turns back on it 3. MUSLIM: 2 lines, 29 counts Muslim leaders meet to counter misperceptions on Islam
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Asia hopes to let good times roll in 2002
Asia hopes to let good times roll in 2002 Jennifer Chen, Reuters, Singapore Asian economies are set for better times in 2002 after months of plummeting exports left many showing their worst performance in years. Still, analysts caution against being overly optimistic, saying Asia was not completely out of the woods yet. Among the lurking sharks that could take a bite out of regional growth were China's emergence as a major economic force, a weaker yen and, above all, the possibility that a U.S.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
API paints bleak outlook for textile industry
API paints bleak outlook for textile industry Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The outlook for the country's textile industry is expected to remain bleak next year, due to a combination of the global economic slowdown and higher production costs, according to the Indonesian Textile Association (API). "From my point of view, we will face difficult times and gloomy prospects next year," Indra Ibrahim, API executive director, told The Jakarta Post on Wednesday.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
A kaleidoscope of fashion in 2001
A kaleidoscope of fashion in 2001 Muara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta The journey of the Indonesian fashion industry, with Jakarta- based designers remaining the trendsetters, gives reason for optimism on the one hand but cause for concern on the other. Competition between local and international fashion brands still color the business. Designers have the opportunity to survive by catering to the upper-class market with its many consumers who are willing to spend.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Corruption in garbage management suspected
Corruption in garbage management suspected Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The closure of the Bantar Gebang dump site in Bekasi, West Java, a recent headache for city administration officials, has further exposed allegations of corruption at the Jakarta sanitary agency.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Corporate Briefs
Corporate Briefs BP has completed an agreement to buy a 13.33 percent stake held by Norway's state oil company Statoil in Vietnam's US$1.5 billion Nam Con Son gas tapping project, a BP official said on Wednesday.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
People leave Jakarta for Christmas
People leave Jakarta for Christmas Leo Wahyudi S, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Senen railway station in Central Jakarta was crowded on Wednesday even though Idul Fitri was two days ago. Some were leaving the city while others were queuing for tickets for trains departing over the next seven days. Not all of them were late holiday revelers. "I am going home to Surabaya on Dec. 23 for Christmas," said one woman.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Whither civil society?
Whither civil society? J. Soedjati Djiwandono, Political Analyst, Jakarta Both Sukarno, through his "guided democracy", and Soeharto through his "Pancasila democracy", robbed the sovereignty and power of the people. In a sense, therefore, reform in Indonesia is a process by which the people will endeavor to reclaim their sovereignty and power from the state. Reform is to advance the cause of a "civil society".
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
LOYAL CUSTOMERS: LippoBank deputy president Yusuf Valent (left)
LOYAL CUSTOMERS: LippoBank deputy president Yusuf Valent (left) and managing director Harry Sasongko (right) share a light moment with two customers of the bank's branch offices in Bali who won top prices in LippoBank's Menang Lagi (Win Again) draw. The prizes were given during a gathering at LippoBank's regional office in Bali on Dec. 7.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Transparency, crucial to success of authonomy
Transparency, crucial to success of authonomy Joe Fernandez, Institute of Policy and Community Studies, Jakarta Almost a year after the implementation of the law on regional autonomy and the related law on fiscal balance, arguments are still raging as new problems arise. The latest public debate has been about the use of the general allocation fund (DAU), accompanied by pressure to reformulate the fund sharing mechanism.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
City to intensify ID card raids soon
City to intensify ID card raids soon Muninggar Sri Saraswati and Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Following Governor Sutiyoso's plan to issue a gubernatorial decree to limit unskilled nonresidents entering Jakarta, the city administration has said that it will intensify ID card raids in its five municipalities. The administration will start the raids on Dec. 24 to Dec.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Mahathir celebrates 76th birthday
Mahathir celebrates 76th birthday MALAYSIA: Veteran Asian leader Mahathir Mohamad celebrates his 76th birthday on Thursday, riding a new wave of support generated by fallout from the terror attacks on the United States. Fear of Muslim militancy in multi-cultural Malaysia has riven the opposition and made Mahathir's moderate form of Islamic rule seem a safe haven in a frightening new world, analysts say.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
A bit off the beaten track
A bit off the beaten track Stevie Emilia, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Interesting places to go, good food to savor and comfortable places to stay are the main things that make any trip to a new place enjoyable and memorable. And Cirebon, a small coastal city in West Java, has them all. Only four hours drive from Jakarta, Cirebon boasts a fishing industry, a thriving harbor and trading activities. It is also popular for its rattan and batik products, and a wide array of local cuisine.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
For Jan. 6/FOCUS ISSUE - bsr
For Jan. 6/FOCUS ISSUE - bsr Caltex provides free harelip surgery for local children Rahmat was 12 and Juniati was 11. Like the other kids in their village of Aur Sati in the Tambang district of Bangkinang, Riau, the two could often be found playing cheerfully in their neighborhood. As could Kurniati, 7, who lives in the small town of Kuala Enok, Indragiri Hilir, Riau.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
U.S. boats attack Iranian tanker: U.S. speedboats attacked an
U.S. boats attack Iranian tanker: U.S. speedboats attacked an Iranian-registered Saudi oil tanker in the Gulf on Wednesday injuring two people, Iran's state television reported. Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned the Swiss ambassador, whose country represents U.S. interests in Iran, later on Wednesday to deliver Tehran's "strong protest" and demand explanation, it said. -- Reuters
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
2 x 20 - 48pt Bodoni
2 x 20 - 48pt Bodoni Transparency, crucial to success of autonomy Joe Fernandez Institute of Policy and Community Studies Jakarta Almost a year after the implementation of the law on regional autonomy and the related law on fiscal balance, arguments are still raging as new problems arise. 2.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Ad hoc judges made public soon
Ad hoc judges made public soon JAKARTA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri will this week sign a presidential decree on the appointment of judges for an ad hoc tribunal to try human rights abuse cases. Deputy Cabinet Secretary Erman Rajagukguk said on Wednesday that the draft of the presidential decree had already been submitted to the President last week. "Maybe the President will sign it in a day or two because the tribunal will have to start in January," Erman told The Jakarta Post.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Don't have too many expectations in life'
'Don't have too many expectations in life' Bruce Emond, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Wherever she goes, Vina Panduwinata is serenaded by her hit songs of the 1980s. Light to the point of verging on frothy, songs such as Burung Camar (The Seagull) and Didadaku Ada Kamu (In My Heart There's You) were distinguished by Vina's rich, one- of-a-kind voice, making her the Krisdayanti (without the flashy clothes and makeup) of her generation.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Man killed by train
Man killed by train JAKARTA: A man was hit and killed by a train at Kebon Jeruk railway crossing in West Jakarta on Tuesday morning. The unidentified man, thought to be about 60 years old, sustained head and spinal injuries. His body was taken to Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital by people who found his body at the crossing.--JP
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Ali Alatas to launch 'Voice for Just Peace'
Ali Alatas to launch 'Voice for Just Peace' Former Indonesian foreign minister Ali Alatas will launch on Thursday evening a book titled A Voice for a Just Peace, which contains a collection of his speeches. A group of distinguished panelists will also discuss the book at the ceremony to be held at Graha Niaga in Central Jakarta.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta Hilton presents
Jakarta Hilton presents Masterpieces of Le Lion D'or at Jakarta Hilton Gracing the tables of Taman Sari ~ Savor fine French food & wine In surroundings of elegance & style Visiting guest chef - Eric Momme'jac Taman Sari Restaurant Jakarta Hilton International Dec. 20 - 28, 2001 Jakarta Hilton proudly announces the arrival of visiting guest chef, Eric Momme'jac from the Quercy region of South West France.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian boxers full of big ambition, but paid very little
Indonesian boxers full of big ambition, but paid very little Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Newcomer Edo Anggoro was shadow boxing and relentlessly delivering potentially lethal jabs at an invisible target only he could see to test his own power. He alternately threw the right and then the left, his body was bent low and his head was bobbing and weaving like a mini version of Smokin' Joe Frazier. Edo was in a changing room at a private television station, Thursday, around midnight.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's GDP growth to post 3.29% in 2002
Indonesia's GDP growth to post 3.29% in 2002 Reuters, Jakarta Indonesia is forecast to post 3.29 percent economic growth next year compared with 3.01 percent this year, as an improved political situation is expected to boost consumer confidence, a Reuters poll showed on Wednesday. "We are more optimistic (GDP growth in 2002) will be higher than in 2001.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
Poso's rival factions agree to end conflict
Poso's rival factions agree to end conflict Jupriadi, The Jakarta Post, Malino For the fifth, but hopefully last, time, delegates of the two warring factions in strife-torn Poso, Central Sulawesi, have agreed to end the three-year conflict that has claimed more than 2,000 lives. Delegates of government-sponsored peace talks met in Malino, around 40 northeast of South Sulawesi provincial capital of Makassar, on Wednesday.
Thu, 20 Dec 2001, 00:00 WIB
More on the decimal sign
More on the decimal sign I disagree with David Tucker's opinion outlined in "Your Letters" in The Jakarta Post on Dec. 15. Supporting a different decimal system in Indonesia just because it is a custom is not practical and has no cultural merit. "Modern progress" (for want of better words) in this ever more integrated, borderless and technical world in which Indonesia deserves its rightful place, most assuredly involves overall standardization of using the decimal sign.