Archive: 16 August 2001
76 articles found
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
700 schools heavily damaged
700 schools heavily damaged TANGERANG (JP): At least 700 of a total of 987 state elementary school buildings in 26 districts of Tangerang regency are heavily damaged and need immediate renovation, an official said. "The Tangerang administration can only allocate Rp 25.3 billion (US$2,976,471) from its annual budget this year for building renovation.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): One can never foresee what is going to happen in
JAKARTA (JP): One can never foresee what is going to happen in one's life. Neither could Matsani, who died on Tuesday after being mobbed by pedicab (becak) drivers in Roxy area, Central Jakarta. Matsani, a civilian guard (Hansip), usually worked as a guard at the Petamburan subdistrict office. But on Tuesday, according to his son, Mochtar, he insisted on joining the becak crackdown, which was carried out by the city administration's public order office.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sarinah offers scholarship
Sarinah offers scholarship JAKARTA (JP): No less than 120 elementary and junior high school students will be offered scholarships for the current school year from PT Sarinah, the oldest department store in the country. The store, known for its batik and handicrafts, is offering the scholarships in commemoration of its 39th anniversary and the country's 56th Independence Day anniversary, which concurrently fall on Aug. 17. Sarinah, established on Aug.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
2. 4green --
2. 4green -- 1 x 40 36 pt optima bold NGOs and the challenge of good management By Chris W. Green JAKARTA (JP): "If you don't know where you're going, you'll probably end up somewhere else." That was the title of a book given to me many years ago by my boss. Perhaps he was trying to tell me something?
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Foreign policy in a democratic Indonesia
Foreign policy in a democratic Indonesia By Meidyatama Suryodiningrat JAKARTA (JP): Historic commemorations are always a good time for reflection, particularly during the nation's Aug. 17 Independence Day. The sacrifices of those who fought, suffered and died for the nation's independence can never be repaid. It is appropriate that patriotic pictures of gallant independence fighters with their famed bamboo spears be hung on the wall.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
RI becoming economically more dependent on foreigners
RI becoming economically more dependent on foreigners By Rikza Abdullah Indonesia will have been politically independent for 56 years tomorrow, but economically it has been getting more dependent on foreigners. The dependence is so deep that it will be difficult for the country to solve its own domestic problems without the involvement of foreigners, particularly foreign creditors and investors.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Ban sugar import: Farmers
Ban sugar import: Farmers JAKARTA (Reuters): Indonesian sugar producers asked the government to ban imports until the harvest ends in November, the state-run Sugar Council said on Wednesday. Council Executive Director Tjolosewoko said recent sharp gains in the rupiah against the dollar had made imported sugar more competitive in the domestic market and was adding downward pressure on the locally-grown sugar currently being harvested. Indonesia's sugar harvest runs from May to November.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Prices of imported goods to lower on rupiah's rise
Prices of imported goods to lower on rupiah's rise JAKARTA (JP): Retailers will lower the prices of imported goods on sale in their stores over the next two or three months as a result of the rupiah's strengthening against the U.S dollar, a senior executive of the Association of Indonesian Retailers (Aprindo) said on Wednesday.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Retailers plan to lower prices in wake of stronger rupiah
Retailers plan to lower prices in wake of stronger rupiah JAKARTA (JP): Retailers will lower the prices of imported goods on sale in their stores over the next two or three months as a result of the rupiah's strengthening against the U.S dollar, a senior executive of the Association of Indonesian Retailers (Aprindo) said on Wednesday.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Makepung' bull-racing, a Balinese sporting tradition
'Makepung' bull-racing, a Balinese sporting tradition By Murdani Usman NEGARA, West Bali (JP): Ornaments adorning the bulls shake to a regular rhythm as the animals pave their way along the two kilometer-long racing track, which is on most days just a dusty and dirty road bordering the paddy fields. The harnessed animal contestants move forward, ignoring the harassment they receive from the jockeys on their backs.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Terrorism: Questions unasked
Terrorism: Questions unasked The Jakarta Post's story Intelligence set to counter terrorism (Aug. 15, 2001) was worrying. Not just for what was said, but because of questions left unasked. You begin your story by quoting a "reliable military intelligence source" who detailed foiled bomb attacks on the U.S. Embassy and the American Club. Your source then goes on to imply that terrorists "also planned to kidnap some U.S. citizens here".
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Megawati plans to hold dialog with Acehnese
Megawati plans to hold dialog with Acehnese JAKARTA (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri will visit the strife-torn province of Aceh and hold meetings with the Acehnese in the first week of September as part of a bid to quell Acehnese calls for independence. To underline the importance of dialog rather than resorting to repressive measures, Megawati stated her readiness to address the people of Aceh during the visit.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. Tommy - 48 MM, 3 cols, 3 lines, 3x 15
1. Tommy - 48 MM, 3 cols, 3 lines, 3x 15 Police target Tommy's friends for questioning 2. Iwan - 28 HBC, 3 cols, 2 lines, 2x24 Man sentenced to 21-years jail for attack on embassy 3. Ismu - 32 HBC, 3 cols, 1 line, 1x19 JSX bomber 'framed' 4. Hansip - 32 NCSBI, 2 col, 2 lines, 2x20 'Becak' raid causes tragic death of civilian guard Focus: 3 masuk semua
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali: Exhibitions * Arts: Hierarchy by Koniherawati, Seniwati Showspace, Jl. Raya Ubud (Phone: 0361 975485), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., until Aug. 29. * Kebiar Seni VII Taksu, Museum Puri Lukisan, Jl. Raya Ubud, Gianyar (Phone: 0361 975136), until Oct. 2. Film A schowcase of Classic to Contemporary Films, Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud, every Tuesday, 8 p.m. . Film makers: Fellini - Antonioni - Tornatore - Salavatores - Benigni - Bertolucci.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Fresh start in Jakarta
Fresh start in Jakarta The new government in Indonesia, gives hope after years of drift. President Megawati Soekarnoputri has won praise for a cabinet that favored professionalism over politics. But the massacre of at least 30 civilians in a province on Thursday was evidence of the challenges facing the new leader. The Bush administration faces a challenge, too: how to show support for this new government while encouraging respect for human rights and a subordinated role of the military.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sudjana Kerton's virtues exposed
Sudjana Kerton's virtues exposed By Carla Bianpoen JAKARTA (JP): When the seventh-day tahlilan (special Muslim prayers for the dead) for artist Sudjana Kerton filled the mountain air enfolding his studio and home Sanggar Luhur (Noble Workshop) on a hilltop in Bandung, it was as if the persons sitting on his living room mats had come straight out from the canvases gracing the walls of the house where he had lived and worked during the last 26 years of his life.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
U.S. Dollar Rates August.15
U.S. Dollar Rates August.15 Latest Previous %Change Yen 120.31-37 121.79-85 -1.22 Euro* 0.9105-08 0.9032-36 +0.81 Sterling 1.4364-70 1.4286-92 +0.55 Swiss Franc 1.6665-75 1.6778-88 -0.67 Canadian Dollar* 1.5322-28 1.5360-66 -0.25 Australian Dollar* 0.5275-80 0.5218-23 +1.09 New Zealand Dollar 0.4338-44 0.4304-10 +0.79 Deutsche Mark 2.1474-81 2.1645-54 -0.79 Czech Koruna 37.211-41 37.470-10 -0.69 Hungary Forint 277.23-87 273.68-36 +1.30 Danish Krone 8.1699-20 8.2366-06 -0.81 Norwegian Krone...
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Laksamana Sukardi's priorities
Laksamana Sukardi's priorities By James Castle and Todd Callahan JAKARTA (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri's new government brings with it the hope that privatization and IBRA asset sales can be put back on track. The President is already off to a good start by selecting a strong team to handle the key economic portfolios and elevating the state owned enterprises portfolio back to ministry status.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Lower interest rates await Fed rate cut, says govt (2 X 25)
Lower interest rates await Fed rate cut, says govt (2 X 25) Lower interest rates await Fed rate cut: Govt JAKARTA (JP): The government said on Wednesday it expected Bank Indonesia's interest rates to fall after the United States' Federal Reserves lowered its rates sometime in late August. Coordinating Minister for the Economy Dorodjatun Kuntjoro- Jakti said if the Fed lowered its rates, it was time for Indonesia to follow suit.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tommy, ultimatum and the reward
Tommy, ultimatum and the reward From Media Indonesia The public's attention has been drawn to the police's recent success stories, such as the arrests of people related to drug- dealing, thefts of vehicles and the latest confiscation of weapons at an apartment in Pondok Indah, indicate the alleged existence of "Tommy Ibrahim's" criminal gang and their huge financial support.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sports organizations told to submit financial reports
Sports organizations told to submit financial reports JAKARTA (JP): Sports organizations under the National Sports Council (KONI) have been ordered to submit administrative and financial reports on time to avoid delays in disbursements of a government assistance fund for athletes preparing for the Kuala Lumpur 2001 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Environment 8:45 City News 10:00 Children's Program 10:30 30 Minutes with Anita Rahman 11:00 Regional News 12:00 p.m. News 1:00 Psychology 2:00 News 2:15 Student's Debating 3:15 Children's Program 4:30 Regional Program 5:00 News 5:30 Music 6:00 News 7:00 Talk Show 8:00 Health 9:00 Quiz 10:00 News 10:30 TV Drama 11:30 Music Program 2 5:30 p.m. Music 6:30 City News 7:00 Music 7:30 News (in English) 8:30 Features TPI 5:30 a.m.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Utut waits for a miracle
Utut waits for a miracle JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian Grand Master (GM) Utut Adianto looks set to abandon his dreams of playing in the 2001 World Chess Championship after losing his eighth-round match at the Asian qualifier in Calcutta on Tuesday. Utut was outwitted by unknown International Master (IM) Odeev Handszar of Turkmenisten to concede his third defeat in the tournament. Having three games in hand, Utut is placed 30s with four points from three wins and two draws.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/8/Caption --- D
JP/8/Caption --- D JP/Murdani Usman BALINESE STYLE: Unlike in other parts of the country, the Balinese hoist a traditional flag called Umbul-Umbul alongside the red-and-white flags, adding gaiety to the celebrations.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Laksamana's priorities
Laksamana's priorities By James Castle and Todd Callahan JAKARTA (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri's new government brings with it the hope that privatization and IBRA asset sales can be put back on track. 2. NYUSUL 3. 4Iraq -- Iraq, Palestine and the U.S.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Govt debt rating target difficult' (3 X 15)
'Govt debt rating target difficult' (3 X 15) 'Govt debt rating target difficult' Analysts call govt debt rating target difficult 2. RETAIL Imported good prices to lower on rupiah (2 X 21) Imported good prices to lower on rupiah Prices of imported goods to lower on rupiah's rise 3. WB WB defends globalization as protests loom (2 X 15) World Bank defends globalization (2 X 15) 4. ASEAN ASEAN urged to integrate production (2 X 21) ASEAN prodded to integrate production 5.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Deception via phone
Deception via phone From Suara Karya Many Immigration chiefs all over Indonesia and immigration representatives abroad, as well as the public, particularly the owners of companies hiring foreign employees, have received calls from an unidentified person claiming to be the aide as well as the assistant director to the Directorate General of Immigration, asking them to transfer funds into the account of Iman Santoso in BNI Harmoni branch, number 070.00300905.901.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian embassy assailant gets 21 years jail term
Malaysian embassy assailant gets 21 years jail term JAKARTA (JP): A 35-year-old man was sentenced on Wednesday to 21 years and four months in jail for hurling a grenade into the Malaysian Embassy compound and illegal possession of a grenade. Iwan Setiawan, a small-scale entrepreneur, was tried in two separate trials on different charges. In the first case, he was found guilty of throwing the grenade into the embassy compound in August last year and was sentenced to 15 years in jail.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
No paper
No paper In observance of the Indonesian Independence Day, The Jakarta Post will not be published on Friday. The Post will appear again on Saturday. -- Publisher
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tigers deny 'official talks' with Sri Lankan minister
Tigers deny 'official talks' with Sri Lankan minister COLOMBO (AFP): The Tamil Tiger guerrillas Wednesday denied holding talks with a Sri Lankan minister but said they had provided security for him during a Catholic pilgrimage to a rebel-held area. The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) accused Aviation Minister Jeyaraj Fernandopulle of "falsely" raising peace hopes after his pilgrimage to the town of Madhu in the island's north Monday.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tangerang to build bus terminal
Tangerang to build bus terminal Tangerang (JP): The Tangerang administration is scheduled to start construction of an integrated bus terminal in Poris Plawad district next month, an official said on Wednesday. Tangerang Zoning Agency chairman Didi Achmadi Djamhir said that the Ministry of Finance was expected to approve the budget for the project later this month.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Port sediment stops fishermen
Port sediment stops fishermen CILACAP, Central Java: About 20,000 fishermen in Cilacap, Central Java, are unable to travel out to sea to fish due to mounting sediment downriver of the Kaliyasa that flows through Sentolo Kawat port. "About 1.5 kilometers of the river is very shallow and cannot be navigated through due to the sediment. If the government does not dredge it immediately, we'll have serious problems," one of the fishermen, Sarjani, 40, told The Jakarta Post on Wednesday.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police target Tommy's friends for questioning
Police target Tommy's friends for questioning JAKARTA (JP): The police, still in the dark over Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra's whereabouts, will question his close friends, former singer Maya Rumantir and former artist Yenny Rachman, on Friday. The police have now turned to his friends as the questioning of his sisters and wife appears to have so far not been fruitful. "The questioning is aimed at locating Tommy's whereabouts. We are going all out to search for him," Jakarta Police chief Insp.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
NGOs and the challenge of good management
NGOs and the challenge of good management By Chris W. Green JAKARTA (JP): "If you don't know where you're going, you'll probably end up somewhere else." That was the title of a book given to me many years ago by my boss. Perhaps he was trying to tell me something? But this advice was only a small part of the management guidance and training that every member of the supervisory staff of our company received.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Analysts call govt debt rating target difficult
Analysts call govt debt rating target difficult JAKARTA (JP): The new economic team's plan to upgrade the country's credit rating from CCC+ to BB within six months may prove to be a difficult task, with a gaping state budget deficit crippling the country's ability to repay debts, analysts said on Wednesday. Citibank vice president, economist Anton Gunawan, said that ongoing concerns over budget sustainability made a drastic rating improvement difficult to achieve.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Megawati's ASEAN tour
Megawati's ASEAN tour From Kompas Since Megawati was propelled to the helm of the presidency of this country, she has yet to take a single significant measure or adopt a clear policy to respond to the pressing economic recovery or urgent demands to restore security and political stability.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Aug. 15
Rupiah Rates Aug. 15 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian embassy assailant gets 21 years jail term
Malaysian embassy assailant gets 21 years jail term JAKARTA (JP): A 35-year-old man was sentenced on Wednesday to 21 years and four months in jail for hurling a grenade into the Malaysian Embassy compound and illegal possession of a grenade. Iwan Setiawan, a small-scale entrepreneur, was tried in two separate trials on different charges. In the first case, he was found guilty of throwing the grenade into the embassy compound in August last year and was sentenced to 15 years in jail.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
10 killed in two incidents in Ambon
10 killed in two incidents in Ambon AMBON, Maluku (JP): At least 10 people were killed in two separate incidents in Ambon on Wednesday, an official and reports say. The latest incident took place around 8 a.m. local time Wednesday when an assembled bomb, fastened under the seat of a motorcycle, exploded in Slamet Riyadi Port in Ambon, killing three people instantly. Ambon Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN urged to integrated production
ASEAN urged to integrated production BANGKOK (AFP): The World Trade Organization's next chief Supachai Panitchpakdi has urged Southeast Asian nations to form integrated production networks demanded by multinational corporations, a report said Wednesday. In an interview with The Nation newspaper, Supachai reiterated his support for a regional free-trade arrangement to help drive growth among ailing Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) economies.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
In the shadow of Lopa
In the shadow of Lopa The crusade to create a clean and democratic government is no easy job for developing nations, especially Indonesia which has been widely known as one of the most corrupt countries on this planet.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Policeman offering compromise
Policeman offering compromise On Aug. 13 evening, I was driving a car from the National Monument toward Grand Hyatt Hotel. When turning right to get into the Hotel Indonesia roundabout, I took the wrong lane, as a policeman on duty who stopped and later ticketed me, said. Before issuing traffic violation ticket number 02306590 for a quick trial at the Central Jakarta court on Aug. 28, 2001, the policeman, from Jl. M.T.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Reforming Indonesia
Reforming Indonesia Indonesia's President Megawati Soekarnoputri is exceeding expectations left and right. Last week she awarded the most important positions in her cabinet to well-respected technocrats, doling out lesser posts to her coalition partners, and the markets gave their nod of approval.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Taufik advances but Gophicand makes exit
Taufik advances but Gophicand makes exit JAKARTA (JP): Men's singles seeded players at the US$140,000 Singapore Open produced a mixed bag of results in the opening round on Wednesday, with Indian All-England champion Pullela Gopichand being the major casualty. Indonesia's top player Taufik Hidayat safely passed his first hurdle. Seeded third in the event, a composed Taufik outclassed another Indian, Abhinshyam Gupta, 7-1, 7-1, 7-2.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Medco develops local community to improve living conditions
Medco develops local community to improve living conditions There's nothing more important than better living conditions in terms of quality and welfare. Everyone has the right to keep pace with each development. The public should get involved in any development activities occurring around it, and not only witness the process and get left behind. Realizing the importance of public participation in the development process, PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
KL palmoil ends lower on liquidation
KL palmoil ends lower on liquidation KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Malaysia's palm oil futures ended sharply lower on Wednesday after players liquidated their positions due to the absence of fresh leads. The benchmark third-month October contract ended down 52 ringgit at 1,211 ringgit (US$318.68) a ton after trading as high as 1,254 ringgit. Volume was heavy at 3,034 lots. "Our market is going back to the supply and demand factor again.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tommy still well protected, says criminologist Harkristuti
Tommy still well protected, says criminologist Harkristuti The case of the fugitive businessman and son of Soeharto, Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra, is among this country's crime cases containing many curious twists. Criminologist Harkristuti Harkrisnowo talks to The Jakarta Post contributor I. Christianto on the issue. Question: Are the police doing their best in trying to capture Tommy Soeharto, the main suspect behind the murder of Supreme Court Justice M.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
RP troops may lose morale, says officer
RP troops may lose morale, says officer MANILA (Agencies): A Philippine military official warned on Wednesday that an offensive against Abu Sayyaf rebels holding 18 American and Filipino hostages may be adversely affected by allegations that some armed forces officials were coddling the extremists. Armed forces spokesman Brig. Gen.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
East Nusa Tenggara remains poor
East Nusa Tenggara remains poor By Yemris Fointuna KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara (JP): East Nusa Tenggara or NTT, the southeast province of 566 islands, has a large wealth of untapped natural resources in its arid land and vast waters. The people of NTT, or Flobamora, are hospitable and hard working. In the past, owing to its beauty and appeal, the territory was a magnet for westerners in search of spices.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
A nostalgic look at yesterday's cigarette labels
A nostalgic look at yesterday's cigarette labels Text and photos by Blontank Poer SEMARANG (JP): Cigarettes have been both loved and hated for a long time now. Active smokers will still purchase them regardless of the deadly consequences of cancer, heart failure or other diseases. Meanwhile, non-smokers are trying to lobby local authorities to ban smoking in public places including malls, theaters and on public transportation, which is still a huge task.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Policeman offering compromise
Policeman offering compromise On Aug. 13 evening, I was driving a car from the National Monument toward Grand Hyatt Hotel. When turning right to get into the Hotel Indonesia roundabout, I took the second lane instead of the first one as a police officer on duty, who stopped and later ticketed me, said. Before issuing the traffic violation ticket number 02306590 for a quick trial at the Central Jakarta court on Aug. 28, 2001 the police officer of Jl. M.T.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
PKB finally accepts Megawati's government
PKB finally accepts Megawati's government JAKARTA (JP): The National Awakening Party (PKB), a staunch supporter of former president Abdurrahman Wahid, finally decided to acknowledge the new government under President Megawati Soekarnoputri in its two-day meeting that ended early Wednesday.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Man sentenced to 21-years jail for attack on embassy
Man sentenced to 21-years jail for attack on embassy JAKARTA (JP): A 35-year-old man was sentenced on Wednesday to 21 years and four months in jail for hurling a grenade into the Malaysian Embassy compound and illegal possession of a grenade. Iwan Setiawan, a small-scale entrepreneur, was tried in two separate trials on different charges. In the first case, he was found guilty of throwing the grenade into the embassy compound in August last year and was sentenced to 15 years in jail.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tamarine leads world tennis stars to Bali
Tamarine leads world tennis stars to Bali SURABAYA (JP): Tamarine Tanasugarn will head a pack of tennis players ranked in the world's top 100 to Bali as the Wismilak International women's tournament returns to Indonesia after a lapse of three years.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
U.S. said rethinking ties to Asia groups
U.S. said rethinking ties to Asia groups WASHINGTON (Reuters): The Bush administration, girding for battle for influence in Asia, is rethinking its relationship to regional organizations there, according to U.S. officials.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Becak' raid causes tragic death of civilian guard
'Becak' raid causes tragic death of civilian guard JAKARTA (JP): One can never foresee what is going to happen in one's life. Neither could Matsani, who died on Tuesday after being mobbed by pedicab (becak) drivers in Roxy area, Central Jakarta. Matsani, a civilian guard (Hansip), usually worked as a guard at the Petamburan subdistrict office.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where do we stand?
Where do we stand? Tomorrow, Aug. 17, Indonesians will commemorate their country's 56th anniversary of independence. As has become the tradition, the crisis-strapped nation will be celebrating that grand occasion with thanksgiving gatherings and festivities as well as conditions allow.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia becoming fertile soil terrorists: Experts
Indonesia becoming fertile soil terrorists: Experts JAKARTA (JP): With an unstable security situation and well- entrenched separatist movements, Indonesia has become fertile soil for international terrorist groups to sow seeds of violence, experts said on Wednesday. Military analyst Hasnan Habib said the country's prolonged economic crisis, resulting in increasing unemployment, had enticed local people to join terrorist groups.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
2nd quarter GDP surprising BPS report
2nd quarter GDP surprising BPS report JAKARTA (JP): The economy grew by a surprising 3.52 percent in the second quarter of this year compared to the same period last year, despite a world economic slowdown and domestic political problems. The Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) reported on Wednesday that, on a quarter-to-quarter basis, the economy, as measured in gross domestic product (GDP), expanded by 0.18 percent in the second quarter compared to the first quarter.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug 15, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,525 -50 260,000 Adindo Foresta 105 -5 60,000 AGIS 140 0 408,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 1,625 0 0 Alakasa 240 30 5,500 Alfa Retailindo 925 0 113,000 Alter Abadi 85 -5 9,500 Alumindo Light 675 0 0 Andhi Chandra 2,025 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 200 0 0 Aneka Tambang 1,025 0 342,500 Apac Citra 355 -10...
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Next WTO chief urges ASEAN to integrate production networks
Next WTO chief urges ASEAN to integrate production networks BANGKOK (AFP): The World Trade Organization's next chief Supachai Panitchpakdi has urged Southeast Asian nations to form integrated production networks demanded by multinational corporations, a report said Wednesday. In an interview with The Nation newspaper, Supachai reiterated his support for a regional free-trade arrangement to help drive growth among ailing Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) economies.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Governor declares war against 'becak'
Governor declares war against 'becak' JAKARTA (JP): City Governor Sutiyoso, backed by the city police, declared war against becak (pedicab) drivers following Tuesday's riot which killed one civilian guard and injured two others. "The administration will not step down from driving becak from the city as we are determined to rid the capital of them," the governor said on Wednesday. He pledged that the authorities would continue with their crackdowns on pedicabs until they were out of the capital.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Adhiyasa, Guthrie asked to settle case out of court
Adhiyasa, Guthrie asked to settle case out of court JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta District Court is urging PT Adhiyasa Saranamas and Malaysia's Kumpulan Guthrie Berhad to settle their dispute amicably out of court. "We adjourned the trial until Aug. 27 to give both parties ample time to settle their dispute out of court," said a court official who refused to be identified. Adhiyasa has filed a law suit against Guthrie for an alleged breach of contract.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Aceh
Aceh Megawati plans to hold dialog with Acehnese. Page 2 Bomber JSX bomber 'framed'. Page 3 Tommy Tommy still well protected: Criminologist Page 5 Bull-racing 'Mekepung' bull-racing, a Balinese sporting tradition. Page 7 Dependence RI becoming economically more dependent on foreigners. Page 8 Rating target Analysts call govt debt rating target difficult. Page 10 Golf Woods and Duval to battle it out for PGA crown. Page 12
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
JSX bomber 'framed'
JSX bomber 'framed' JAKARTA (JP): The owner of a car repair shop who is facing a possible death sentence for the bombing of the Jakarta Stock Exchange building told the court on Wednesday that he was a scapegoat and had been framed. "I wonder why I was chosen to become a scapegoat and made to suffer by being framed by the joint investigators of the city (and military) police?" Tengku Ismuhadi Jafar said in his defense statement.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Ministers warned of nepotism
Ministers warned of nepotism JAKARTA (JP): In an effort to create clean governance, President Megawati Soekarnoputri has told ministers and director generals in all ministries not to award any projects to or bestow any unlawful benefits on her children and other family members. Megawati's husband Taufik Kiemas revealed at a meeting with the Editors Club on Wednesday night that the President would blame the ministers if she found any member of her family receiving favors.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Govt debt rating target difficult: Analysts
Govt debt rating target difficult: Analysts JAKARTA (JP): The new economic team's plan to upgrade the country's credit rating from CCC+ to BB within six months may prove to be a difficult task, with a gaping state budget deficit crippling the country's ability to repay debts, analysts said on Wednesday. Citibank vice president, economist Anton Gunawan, said that ongoing concerns over budget sustainability made a drastic rating improvement difficult to achieve.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Proclamation Day in 1945 and 2001
Proclamation Day in 1945 and 2001 From Media Indonesia The Republic of Indonesia was proclaimed on Aug. 17, 1945, a Friday. Coincidentally, this year's commemoration will be on a Friday too. The proclamation of Indonesia's independence on that day was read by Indonesia's first president, Ir. Soekarno and, coincidentally again, this year's commemoration will be led by Indonesia's fifth president, Megawati Soekarnoputri, Soekarno's second child.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
U.S. rethinking ties to Asia groups
U.S. rethinking ties to Asia groups WASHINGTON (Reuters): The Bush administration, girding for battle for influence in Asia, is rethinking its relationship to regional organizations there, according to U.S. officials.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Lower interest rates await Fed rate cut, says minister
Lower interest rates await Fed rate cut, says minister JAKARTA (JP): The government said on Wednesday it expected Bank Indonesia's interest rates to fall after the United States' Federal Reserves lowered its rates sometime in late August. Coordinating Minister for the Economy Dorodjatun Kuntjoro- Jakti said if the Fed lowered its rates, it was time for Indonesia to follow suit. "We're waiting for the Fed's decision to cut its rates for the seventh time now, which some say will be on Aug.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Supernatural power guard new statue
Supernatural power guard new statue By Tri Vivi Suryani JIMBARAN, Bali (JP): A giant Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue and cultural park on top of Ungasan Hill in Jimbaran will soon become a new landmark and tourist destination in Bali. The site, along with its 400-ton statue that symbolizes the god of Vishnu as the guard of the nature and life, is now under construction and is intended to become a cultural melting pot where local and international arts will be widely promoted and preserved.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Posthumous award granted to Lopa
Posthumous award granted to Lopa JAKARTA (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri granted the second highest state medal Mahaputra Adiprana posthumously to the late attorney general Baharuddin Lopa on Wednesday. The award was handed over in a ceremony at the State Palace, by the President to Lopa's widow Indrawulan, who appeared honored upon receiving the medal. "I am very pleased as this is the visible proof that the government really respects bapak (her late husband).
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Herry elected Yogya mayor
Herry elected Yogya mayor YOGYAKARTA (JP): Businessman Herry Zudianto was elected on Wednesday as the new Yogyakarta Municipality mayor, defeating his competitor Endang Dharmawan in a closed-door voting session at the Yogyakarta Legislative Council. Herry, who was nominated by the National Mandate Party faction in tandem with Syukri Fadholi of the United Islam faction as the deputy mayor candidate, won 21 out of the 36 votes at the second round of voting.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
12 detained over Malangke fray
12 detained over Malangke fray MALANGKE, South Sulawesi (JP): Luwu Police detained on Wednesday 12 residents of Malangke district following an arson attack on a police complex here on Sunday. The 12 men were detained at Luwu Police station, some 100 kilometers from Malangke, Luwu Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr. Anjaya said on Wednesday. "They are being questioned for their alleged involvement in an arson attack on the Malangke Police station and police complex," the officer said.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
700 schools heavily damaged
700 schools heavily damaged TANGERANG (JP): At least 700 of a total of 987 state elementary school buildings in 26 districts of Tangerang regency are heavily damaged and need immediate renovation, an official said. "The Tangerang administration can only allocate Rp 25.3 billion (US$2,976,471) from its annual budget this year for building renovation.
Thu, 16 Aug 2001, 00:00 WIB
Supporting Megawati's Cabinet
Supporting Megawati's Cabinet From Koran Tempo The new Cabinet has been set up, with the ministers comprising a variety of backgrounds, just like the diversity of our nation. Many hopes are pinned on Megawati, whose leadership is expected to last until 2004. All politicians, statesmen, technocrats, bureaucrats, the military and people from all walks of life, including university students, are called upon to create a conducive atmosphere so that all work programs of the new Cabinet can run well.