Archive: 26 September 2001
111 articles found
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
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.rm Indonesian-German trade (million DM) 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Imports from Indonesia 3,010 2,860 3,292 4,080 3,957 3,825 4,897 Exports to Indonesia 3,536 3,928 4,008 5,211 3,339 2,019 2,434 Trade volume 6,546 6,788 7,300 9,291 7,296 5,844 7,331.4 Trade Balance -526 -1,068 -716 -1,131 618 1,806 2,463.4 %Change in export volume 11.09 2.04 30.01 -35.92 -39.53 20.55 %Change in import volume -4.98 15.10 23.94...
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2 X 30 48pt Optima Bold
2 X 30 48pt Optima Bold Govt must address investor confidence amid uncertainty, economic slowdown Address investor confidence amid uncertainty, slowdown Indonesia, still mired in an economic crisis, is among the countries now facing the economic impact of the Sept. 11 attacks in the United States. Mari Pangestu of the Jakarta-based Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) ... 2. Islam -- United over a common enemy 2 x 21 36pt NCSBi Could 'Islamic threat' unite Russia, U.S.?
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Power play: Teater Koma acts out reality
Power play: Teater Koma acts out reality By Stevie Emilia JAKARTA (JP): Power is a magic word. With power, one will be loved, praised, get all one's desires, and others follow like obedient, fawning servants. But when power is gone, so is everything else. Forget love or praise; everyone rushes to leave, avoiding the suddenly powerless like they carry a deadly plague. Sad but true.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Court to proceed with student activists' trial
Court to proceed with student activists' trial JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta District Court decided on Tuesday to continue the trial of two student activists for allegedly provoking the public to demonstrate against the government during a rally staged over three months ago. Presiding judge Abdul Majid Rahmi rejected objections from defendants Mixilmina Munir, 25, and Aris Wardoyo, 22, as well as their lawyers, during a hearing attended by over 200 supporters of the defendants.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA: The Indonesian rupiah closed steady against the U.S.
JAKARTA: The Indonesian rupiah closed steady against the U.S. dollar in very dull trading Tuesday, though dealers warn the local unit will weaken if trouble erupts in this predominantly Muslim nation in the event of a U.S. attack on Afghanistan. Radical groups in Indonesia have threatened to target U.S. interests here if Washington punishes Afghanistan's Taliban rulers for harboring Osama bin Laden, the main suspect behind the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sports officials tightlipped over SEAG doping
Sports officials tightlipped over SEAG doping JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian sports organizations remained tightlipped on Tuesday regarding an Indonesian athlete who tested positive for drugs during the recently concluded Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Kuala Lumpur. Indonesian weightlifter Gustar Junianto must relinquish his 62-kilogram class gold medal after testing positive for a banned substance during the Games.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Minister vows to curb illegal fishing in RI territory
Minister vows to curb illegal fishing in RI territory DAMAR SUSANTO The Jakarta Post Jakarta Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Rokhmin Dahuri said on Tuesday that his office had prepared a set of measures to curb illegal fishing by foreign vessels in the country's territory. Rokhmin said the target was to greatly reduce the number of illegal foreign fishing vessels operating in Indonesian waters.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Yapto chairs pro golf body
Yapto chairs pro golf body JAKARTA (JP): Yapto Soerjo Soemarno was elected the new Indonesian Professional Golf Association (PGPI) chairman on Tuesday, replacing Widarsadipraja. Speaking to the media following his election, Yapto said the association under him would certify its members according to their specialties and level of ability through a series of assessment procedures. "We will set up categories of touring, teaching and course management as well as providing them with licenses.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Two tried for fiscal payment form forgery
Two tried for fiscal payment form forgery TANGERANG (JP): Two employees of PT Gapura Angkasa, the sole provider of ground handling services to PT Garuda Indonesia, were tried on Tuesday for allegedly forging overseas fiscal payment forms at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Address investor confidence amid uncertainty, slowdown
Address investor confidence amid uncertainty, slowdown Indonesia, still mired in an economic crisis, is among the countries now facing the economic impact of the Sept. 11 attacks in the United States. Mari Pangestu of the Jakarta-based Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) was interviewed by The Jakarta Post contributor A'an Suryana to share her views while she was in Canberra attending an academic conference on women's issues.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Eight Cilacap fishermen drown
Eight Cilacap fishermen drown CILACAP, Central Java: Eight fishermen from Cilacap were missing after their motor boat Perintis II was destroyed by large waves off the southern coast on Monday, chairman of the fishermen's association Atas Munandar confirmed on Tuesday. According to Atas, who is chief of the local search-and-rescue team, the ill-fated boat set sail from Cilacap port on Sunday evening. The boat, navigated by Sutanto, was equipped with a large net locally known as a jaring kantung.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Students seek refuge after brawl
Students seek refuge after brawl MEDAN, North Sumatra: At least 200 students of the Catholic University of St. Thomas here started seeking refuge at the provincial legislative council building on Tuesday for fear that residents living around their campus would attack their boarding houses. This followed a two-day fierce brawl between them in which 60 students were rushed to hospital with injuries.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police identify a suspect in Atrium bombing
Police identify a suspect in Atrium bombing By Natasysya Ehm Ehm The Jakarta Post in Jakarta The wife of one of the Jakarta Stock Exchange bombers was declared a suspect by police on Tuesday in connection with last Sunday's bombing of Atrium Plaza. Aznani, whose husband Tengku Ismuhadi is serving a life sentence at Cipinang Penitentiary in East Jakarta, is currently being detained at Jakarta Police Headquarters.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Angelique off to winning start on WTA Tour in Bali
Angelique off to winning start on WTA Tour in Bali NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): Indonesian tennis prodigy Angelique Widjaja sparkled in her baptism outing in the WTA Tour with a win at the US$170,000 Wismilak International tournament here on Tuesday. The gifted 17-year-old Wimbledon junior champion unleashed everything she had to gun down Liu Nan Nan of China 6-2, 7-6 (9- 7) for a place in Thursday's second round, where she will meet Alicia Molik of Australia. "Thank God I won.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. Atrium - 48 MM, 3 cols, 3 lines, 3x 15
1. Atrium - 48 MM, 3 cols, 3 lines, 3x 15 JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing 2. Bribe - 24 HBC, 1 cols, 3 lines, 3x10 Public told to be careful buying drugs 3. Water - 36 NCSB, 3 cols, 2 lines, 2x16 Water shortage keeps many awake 3. Mixil - 32 HBC, 4 cols, 1 lines, 1x25 Court to proceed with student activists' trial 4. Fiscal - 28 MM, 2 col, 2 lines, 2x18 Two tried for fiscal payment form forgery 5.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
The Jakarta Post
The Jakarta Post Makassar, South Sulawesi Hundreds of people looted assets ranging from electronic goods to motorized vehicles, owned by the General Cooperative (KUB) of which they were members. The rampage occurred at one of the cooperative's branches on Jl. Landak Baru in Makassar in the early hours of Tuesday with stolen goods consisting of air conditioners, refrigerators, gas stoves, TV sets and tape recorders. The looters made off with the goods using 13 taxis and minivans.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
SIER now harmful pollutants for surroundings
SIER now harmful pollutants for surroundings By Gin Kurniawan SURABAYA (JP): The time has come to review the presence of the Surabaya Industrial Estate Rungkut (SIER), to even change the location of East Java's largest industrial zone, said a leading business consultant. "If no further worsening of the city's environment is wanted, the estate must find another place within no more than 10 years," said Kresnayana Yahya, who is also an environment observer, in Surabaya on Saturday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
THE OLD
THE OLD CEMETRY: This old cemetery located at Kebon Jahe, Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta, was built during the Dutch colonial era. The 4,000 square meter cemetery has many valuable things, including marble statues. The Jakarta provincial administration has found it difficult to maintain the hostorical site due to financial and security problems. Many of the marble statues, mostly of cupids have been stolen with the security officers could arrest the thieves.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia signs UN
Indonesia signs UN convention on terrorism By Fabiola Desy Unidjaja The jakarta Post in New York Foreign minister Hassan Wirayuda signed a United Nations convention on combating terrorism at the UN headquarters here on Monday (Tuesday Jakarta time). With the signing of the 1999 International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism, Indonesia became the 45th country to accept it. Hassan promised to share more intelligence information with other Southeast Asian nations.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Govt mulls new agent ruling
Govt mulls new agent ruling JAKARTA (JP): The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two regulations that stipulate that sole authorized distributors of foreign products must receive recognition from the government to commence their activities. Director of transportation means at the Ministry of Trade and Industry Muhammad Setiono said the revision was aimed at deregulating foreign product distribution and creating fair competition in the business.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Freeport to establish trust for indigenous communities
Freeport to establish trust for indigenous communities JAKARTA (JP): Freeport-McMorRan Copper & Gold Inc. (FCX) has agreed to establish a trust to benefit the Amungme and Kamoro communities, the original tribal inhabitants of the Grasberg mine project area in Irian Jaya, the company said on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Indonesian independent power producer
SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Indonesian independent power producer PT Jawa Power is seeking around 5 U.S. cents a kilowatt-hour, or kWh, in long-term contract negotiations for electricity generated by a 1,220-megawatt plant in East Java, up from 3 cents/kWh agreed in an interim contract. Ralf Lucht, president and director of Jawa Power, told Dow Jones Newswires that a rate of 5 cents/kWh is required so investors can start repaying loans for the US$1.7 billion Paiton- II project.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
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;JP; ANPAf..r.. Germany-Indonesia-trade .rm Indonesian-German trade (million DM) 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Imports from Indonesia 3,010 2,860 3,292 4,080 3,957 3,825 4,897 Exports to Indonesia 3,536 3,928 4,008 5,211 3,339 2,019 2,434 Trade volume 6,546 6,788 7,300 9,291 7,296 5,844 7,331.4 Trade Balance -526 -1,068 -716 -1,131 618 1,806 2,463.4 %Change in export volume 11.09 2.04 30.01 -35.92 -39.53 20.55...
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Rupiah Rates Sept.25
Rupiah Rates Sept.25 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sujudi warns public over fake medicines
Sujudi warns public over fake medicines JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Health Achmad Sujudi asked the public on Tuesday to take care when buying medicine as his ministry had found that 29 varieties are fake and could endanger their lives. Speaking after a working meeting with the House of Representatives Commission VII, Sujudi said that a survey conducted by the Food and Drugs Supervisory Board under the Ministry of Health had concluded that 29 different medicines had been faked and sold in Jakarta.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
S'pore shares end little changed, SingTel active
S'pore shares end little changed, SingTel active Joyce Liu Reuters SINGAPORE Singapore shares failed to hold in positive territory on Tuesday as worried investors rushed to dump shares after short- lived gains, with volume skewed by a massive block trade in Singapore Telecommunications. "The market could be volatile from now on but the uncertainty about the future will keep a cap on any gains," said a trader at a European brokerage.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN auto sales up seven percent, but outlook dim
ASEAN auto sales up seven percent, but outlook dim AFP Singapore Motor vehicle sales in the four biggest Southeast Asian markets climbed 7 percent from a year ago to 577,671 units in the first seven months of 2001, an industry report said. However regional sales are forecast to fall on waning consumer confidence particularly in the Philippines and Indonesia, Automotive Resources Asia Ltd. (ARA) said in a report Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
BPKP reports funds leakage of Rp 10.3 trillion
BPKP reports funds leakage of Rp 10.3 trillion JAKARTA (JP): The State Development Finance Comptroller (BPKP) reported on Tuesday that some Rp 10.3 trillion (about US$1.08 billion) in state funds had been abused during the 2000 budget year and in the first half of this year. Abuses in the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) made up almost half of that amount, whereas abuses in the Finance Ministry worsened by over 22 times in the first six months of this year, according to a BPKP report.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia drafting first cyber law
Indonesia drafting first cyber law JAKARTA (JP): The government is drafting a cyber law, the first of its kind in Indonesia, State Minister of Communications and Information Syamsul Mu'arif said on Tuesday. In a hearing with the House of Representatives Commission I on information, Syamsul said he had sought ideas from cyber experts and hoped the draft law could be deliberated soon.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
SIER now harmful pollutants for surroundings
SIER now harmful pollutants for surroundings By Gin Kurniawan SURABAYA (JP): The time has come to review the presence of the Surabaya Industrial Estate Rungkut (SIER), to even change the location of East Java's largest industrial zone, said a leading business consultant. "If no further worsening of the city's environment is wanted, the estate must find another place within no more than 10 years," said Kresnayana Yahya, who is also an environment observer, in Surabaya on Saturday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on Afghanistan By Tiarma Siboro The Jakarta Post in Jakarta Indonesia's top Islamic authority condemned on Tuesday the terrorist attacks on the United States while, at the same time, strongly denouncing what it termed the arrogance of America for its planned aggression on Afghanistan. The Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) called on Muslims all over the world to wage a jihad "should the U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Freeport signs agreement with Indonesian tribes
Freeport signs agreement with Indonesian tribes NEW ORLEANS (AP): Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. said Monday it has signed an agreement setting up a trust fund for original tribal inhabitants of the area around the Grasberg mine in Indonesia. The agreement was signed by the New Orleans-based firm, its mining affiliate, PT Freeport Indonesia, and community leaders from indigenous groups of Irian Jaya, Indonesia, according to a Freeport-McMoran news release.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Surgery cuts down AVM risks
Surgery cuts down AVM risks By Maria Endah Hulupi JAKARTA (JP): Eighteen-year-old Maulana fell and suffered a head injury. The doctors allowed him to go home after he received treatment for it. Maulana's life returned to normal, but two years later, he suffered severe headaches, seizures, vomiting and became half- paralyzed. He was later diagnosed with multiple Arterio-Venous Malformation (AVM) and was referred to a hospital in Tangerang for endovascular surgery.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Recalling pledges of PDI-P
Recalling pledges of PDI-P Pledges to the people 1 X 24 48pt Bodoni This is the first of two articles on the promises made by the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) by Paige Johnson, a Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia in the United States and Julia Suryakusuma, executive director of the API (Almanac of Indonesian Politics) Foundation in Jakarta. 2.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
World Cup organizers remain confident over ticket sales
World Cup organizers remain confident over ticket sales SEOUL (AFP): South Korean World Cup organizers sought Tuesday to play down fears that the international terrorism crisis would hit attendance at next year's finals. Although a security review has been ordered, Korean World Cup Organizing Committee (CAKE) co-chairman Chung Mong-Joon would not be drawn on whether the US terror attacks had slowed ticket sales. But he indicated organizers were not worried.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia signs UN convention on terrorism
Indonesia signs UN convention on terrorism By Fabiola Desy Unidjaja NEW YORK (JP): Foreign minister Hassan Wirayuda signed a United Nations convention on combating terrorism at the UN headquarters here on Monday (Tuesday Jakarta time). With the signing of the 1999 International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism, Indonesia became the 45th country to accept it. Hassan promised to share more intelligence information with other Southeast Asian nations.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Minister vows to curb illegal fishing in RI
Minister vows to curb illegal fishing in RI JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Rokhmin Dahuri said on Tuesday that his office had prepared a set of measures to curb illegal fishing by foreign vessels in the country's territory. Rokhmin said the target was to greatly reduce the number of illegal foreign fishing vessels operating in Indonesian waters.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
2. KL (3 X 14)
2. KL (3 X 14) KL announces US$1b economic stimulus package 3. Air ( 2 X 20) Asian airlines seek insurance backing 4. Ansett ( 2 X 24) Talks to get Ansett jets back into air break down 5. Spore ( 2 X 24) Singapore sees worsening outlook after U.S. attacks 6. G7 ( 2 X 21) G7 finance ministers to hold telephone talks 7. Auto (2 X 16) ASEAN auto sales up, but ouloook dim 8. Mad ( 2 X 16) Japan plans to ban MBM imports 9. Survey (2X16) '92% of Japanese pessimistic on economy'
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Asian currencies mostly down, economic concerns cited
Asian currencies mostly down, economic concerns cited SINGAPORE (Dow Jones) : Asian currencies retreated Tuesday as investor concerns over weakening economic fundamentals in the region triggered a new round of dollar buying. Efforts by Japan's Ministry of Finance to weaken the yen also helped provide a base for the dollar against Asian currencies. However, analysts cautioned that the dollar remains vulnerable in the face of the deteriorating U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
PALEMBANG, South Sumatera: Indonesian Midwife Association
PALEMBANG, South Sumatera: Indonesian Midwife Association chairperson, Mrs. Wastibar Moesbir, asks for security protection for midwives in handling their duties due to mounting threatens upon them recently. While Irianjaya branch had warned to pull out all midwives from remote villages. "I ask for security protection for midwives especially for those who are placed in remote villages.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Telkom mulling rights issue
Telkom mulling rights issue TANTRI YULIANDINI The Jakarta Post Jakarta State-owned telecommunications company PT Telkom is considering launching a rights issue to finance its telecommunications services' expansion program, president Muhammad Nazif said on Tuesday. He said that the fresh funds were needed to finance the company's expansion into Internet, multimedia, pay-TV, and international calls services. "Telkom hopes ...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two
The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two regulations that stipulate that sole authorized distributors of foreign products must receive recognition from the government to commence their activities. Local department store chain PT Rimo Catur Lestari will open new fashion outlets in Bandung, Surakarta, Surabaya and Denpasar next month as part of its expansion plans.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN's stand on terrorism
ASEAN's stand on terrorism The recent explosion in a car park at a mall in Central Jakarta underlines the worrisome fact that acts of terrorism have indeed become a part of the Indonesian scene. As a matter of fact, although it may appear that in these last few years acts of terrorism have escalated, such acts have occurred since the 1950s, albeit on a limited scale.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Heavy penalty for drug dealers
Heavy penalty for drug dealers From Neraca The Klender housing compound in East Jakarta is widely known as a den of drug users and dealers. The police have frequently arrested them at this location. Unfortunately, it is an open secret that these suspects are usually not tried in a court of law but have, instead, been let free. As a housewife and mother, I am really disappointed over this matter and worried that my children will use drugs.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Boyce to cultivate RI's
Boyce to cultivate RI's anti-terrorism support By Endy M. Bayuni The Jakarta Post in Jakarta The United States ambassador-designate to Indonesia urged on Monday that Jakarta maintain its commitment to fight against international terrorism. In his testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations committee in Washington, Ralph "Skip" Boyce underlined President Megawati Soekarnoputri's pledge during her meeting with President George W. Bush last week to counter international terrorism.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
MUI slams attacks on U.S., planned Afghanistan strike
MUI slams attacks on U.S., planned Afghanistan strike JP/IGGP Bayu Ismoyo JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's top Islamic authority condemned on Tuesday the terrorist attacks on the United States while, at the same time, strongly denouncing what it termed the arrogance of America for its planned aggression on Afghanistan. The Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) called on Muslims all over the world to wage a jihad "should the U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
BI governor surrenders passport
BI governor surrenders passport JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia governor Sjahril Sabirin handed over on Tuesday his passport to the Directorate General of Immigration in response to the government regulation that bans crime suspects from traveling overseas. The then minister of justice and human rights, Marsilam Simanjuntak, signed in July a decree banning crime suspects from traveling overseas.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
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;JP; ANPAf..r.. Germany-Indonesia-trade .rm Indonesian-German trade (million DM) 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Imports from Indonesia 3,010 2,860 3,292 4,080 3,957 3,825 4,897 Exports to Indonesia 3,536 3,928 4,008 5,211 3,339 2,019 2,434 Trade volume 6,546 6,788 7,300 9,291 7,296 5,844 7,331.4 Trade Balance -526 -1,068 -716 -1,131 618 1,806 2,463.4 %Change in export volume 11.09 2.04 30.01 -35.92 -39.53 20.55...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Mandala asks govt to cover insurance
Mandala asks govt to cover insurance JAKARTA (JP): Privately owned domestic airline PT Mandala Airline has asked the Indonesian Air Carriers Association (Inaca) to petition for a government subsidy on war-coverage insurance, an Inaca executive said. Inaca's economic commission executive Yoyok Priyowiwoho said on Tuesday that the association was currently engaged in discussions whether or not to make it an association policy. Mandala was unavailable for comment.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Cooperative looted by hundreds of own members
Cooperative looted by hundreds of own members MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi (JP): Hundreds of people looted assets ranging from electronic goods to motorized vehicles, owned by the General Cooperative (KUB) of which they were members. The rampage occurred at one of the cooperative's branches on Jl. Landak Baru in Makassar in the early hours of Tuesday with stolen goods consisting of air conditioners, refrigerators, gas stoves, TV sets and tape recorders.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on Afghanistan JP/IGGP Bayu Ismoyo JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's top Islamic authority condemned on Tuesday the terrorist attacks on the United States while, at the same time, strongly denouncing what it termed the arrogance of America for its planned aggression on Afghanistan. The Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) called on Muslims all over the world to wage a jihad "should the U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Courts top the list of public complaints
Courts top the list of public complaints JAKARTA (JP): People still place courts on top of the list of state institutions which perform poorly as 58 percent of those who lodge complaints with the National Ombudsmen Commission perceive that the courts have not been able to make a just decision.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
FOR OCTOBER 3
FOR OCTOBER 3 Relations between Germany and Indonesia sound and profound Opening this special coverage are excerpts taken from an interview with German Ambassador to Indonesia Dr. Gerhard Fulda on the relations between Germany and Indonesia. First of all we would like to congratulate you on Day of German Reunification and subsequently we would appreciate having an exchange of ideas on German-Indonesian relations.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
2. Riza --
2. Riza -- 1 x 42 36pt optima bold Evolving definitions of 'internat'l terrorism' 'Internat'l terrorism': Evolving definitions By Riza Sihbudi JAKARTA (JP): The United States is getting ready to launch its retaliatory attack toward Afghanistan, which is accused of protecting Osama bin Laden. 3. ANN -- 1 X 35 36pt NCSB What Japan could do for world peace By Keizo Nabeshima SEOUL: The terrorist attacks in the United States, a new type of warfare in a new century, horrified the world.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Concerned parents, watch out for rabies
Concerned parents, watch out for rabies By Donya Betancourt SANUR, Bali (JP): Fear of rabies from animal bites is one of the most common reasons for visits to the medical emergency room. Rabies is a viral infection of the central nervous system and causes acute encephalitis in all warm-blooded hosts, including humans. The outcome is virtually 100 percent fatal once symptoms develop.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Support
Support Boyce to cultivate RI's support against terrorism. Page 2
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Mariott upbeat about new operation
Mariott upbeat about new operation JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta's newest five-star hotel, JW Mariott Hotel, was optimistic that it would be able to grab a sufficient market despite tight competition from existing hotels in the capital, a senior executive said. JW Mariott's general manager John J. Jaskula said on Tuesday that he was optimistic that the hotel would be able to meet the 30 percent to 40 percent occupancy rate that was currently the norm for Jakarta hotels.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police questions secretary
Police questions secretary JAKARTA (JP): Police summoned and questioned the secretary of a senior official of the finance ministry on Tuesday in relation to the discovery of a traveler's cheque in an envelope addressed to legislator Aberson Marle Sihaloho at the House of Representatives. Elly, secretary to Anshari Ritonga, the director general of budget at the finance ministry, was questioned at National Police Headquarters for almost two hours.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
KL announces US$1b economic stimulus package
KL announces US$1b economic stimulus package KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's government Tuesday announced a 4.3 billion ringgit (US$1.1 billion) stimulus package for the economy in the wake of the terror attacks on the U.S., the official Bernama news agency reported. Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who is also finance minister, said the world economy appeared to have taken a negative turn following the attacks and a global economic slowdown appeared imminent, the agency said.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. BPKP (3x10)
1. BPKP (3x10) BPKP reports funds leakage of Rp 10.3t 3. Cement (2x24) Govt says Semen Padang spin-off plan unviable 4. Law (2x21) Team close to finalizing new companies' legislation 5. Telkom (1x21) Telkom mulling rights issue 6. Fish (2x18 Minister vows to curb illegal fishing in RI waters 7. U.S. (2x14) U.S. consumer confidence drops 8. Air (3x10) Mandala asks govt to cover insurance
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Beware of fake drugs, says Suyudi
Beware of fake drugs, says Suyudi JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Health Achmad Sujudi asked the public on Tuesday to take care when buying medicine as his ministry had found that 29 varieties are fake and could endanger their lives. Speaking after a working meeting with the House of Representatives Commission VII, Sujudi said that a survey conducted by the Food and Drugs Supervisory Board under the Ministry of Health had concluded that 29 different medicines had been faked and sold in Jakarta.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Imported fruit
Imported fruit From Neraca Imported fruit such as mandarins, pears, grapes and the like are now found in abundance in markets across the country, entering villages and seizing a sizeable share of the market, once taken solely by local fruit. Many vendors display their imported fruit very attractively, luring the public to prefer imported fruit to local produce. Fruit vendors opt to sell imported fruit as it is more profitable and can remain fresh for longer than local fruit.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Govt says Semen Padang spin-off plan unviable
Govt says Semen Padang spin-off plan unviable JAKARTA (JP): Spinning off PT Semen Padang from the Semen Gresik Group was an unviable option, the government said on Tuesday, citing it as costly and detrimental to privatization plans. The Ministry of State Enterprises' director of state enterprises restructuring and privatization, Parkesit Soeprapto, urged legislators and regions backing the spin off plan to reconsider their stance.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
A reminder of past pledges
A reminder of past pledges This is the first of two articles on the promises made by the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) by Paige Johnson, a Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia in the United States and Julia Suryakusuma, executive director of the API (Almanac of Indonesian Politics) Foundation in Jakarta. JAKARTA (JP): In 1999, the API Foundation published the Indonesian Political Party Almanac (Almanak Parpol Indonesia- API).
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Popularizing 'becak'
Popularizing 'becak' From Rakyat Merdeka My heart sank when I heard about the raids conducted to remove becak (pedicabs) from Jakarta and witnessed the arrogant attitude demonstrated by city officials during these raids. I would like to appeal to the Jakarta governor to consider the following: 1. While bicycle taxis are increasingly popular among tourists who wish to experience the charm of picturesque towns in Europe, pedicabs could also be used as vehicles for tourists enjoying Jakarta. 2.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
TANGERANG (JP): Two employees of PT Gapura Angkasa, the sole
TANGERANG (JP): Two employees of PT Gapura Angkasa, the sole provider of ground handling services to PT Garuda Indonesia, were tried on Tuesday for allegedly forging overseas fiscal payment forms at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police hesitant to act on militants
Police hesitant to act on militants JAKARTA (JP): The police, under pressure to take resolute action against militant groups threatening to hunt down and expel Americans, appear hesitant to do just that. National Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Saleh Saaf said on Tuesday that the police could only act firmly against those who broke the law.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Oil revenue target safe despite prices fall: Official
Oil revenue target safe despite prices fall: Official JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia may still be able to reap the targeted Rp 100 trillion (about US$10.52 billion) in oil and gas revenues this year, despite a drastic plunge in crude oil prices amid fears of a global recession, according to a senior government official.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
'International terrorism' not what it used to be
'International terrorism' not what it used to be By Riza Sihbudi JAKARTA (JP): The United States is getting ready to launch its retaliatory attack on Afghanistan, which is accused of protecting Osama bin Laden. Quite a number of countries have expressed their support for the U.S. plan but some are taking a critical stance, one of them being an American ally in the Middle East -- Egypt.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
PAN faction to submit wealth reports
PAN faction to submit wealth reports JAKARTA (JP): Yielding to public pressures, the National Mandate Party's (PAN) faction at the City Council decided on Tuesday to soon submit wealth reports of its 13 members to the Public Servants' Wealth Auditing Commission (KPKPN). The decision was made after the faction members met party deputy chairman A.M Fatwa at the City Council building on Jl. Kebon Sirih, Central Jakarta.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing
JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing JAKARTA (JP): The wife of one of the Jakarta Stock Exchange bombers was declared a suspect by police on Tuesday in connection with last Sunday's bombing of Atrium Plaza. Aznani, whose husband Tengku Ismuhadi is serving a life sentence at Cipinang Penitentiary in East Jakarta, is currently being detained at Jakarta Police Headquarters.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Team close to finalizing new companies' legislation
Team close to finalizing new companies' legislation JAKARTA (JP): A government-sanctioned team is close to finalizing the drafting of a new corporation law that will place emphasis on good corporate governance. The new law will replace the existing Law No. 1/1995, which many say has yet to be fully implemented by all corporations in the country.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on Afghanistan JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's top Islamic authority condemned on Tuesday the terrorist attacks on the United States while, at the same time, strongly denouncing what it termed the arrogance of America for its planned aggression on Afghanistan. The Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) called on Muslims all over the world to wage a jihad "should the U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Mystical ceremony organized at TMII
Mystical ceremony organized at TMII JAKARTA (JP): The Taman Mini park in East Jakarta will hold a mystical ceremony called Mandi Balimauan Gedang on Saturday night, as an expression of gratitude and to enhance the spirit of unity and solidarity throughout the nation. The ceremony, which will take place in the Jambi pavilion, will be led by Jambi's chief clairvoyant, park spokesman Purno Wijaya told Antara.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Boyce to cultivate RI's support against terrorism
Boyce to cultivate RI's support against terrorism JAKARTA (JP): The United States ambassador-designate to Indonesia urged on Monday that Jakarta maintain its commitment to fight against international terrorism. In his testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations committee in Washington, Ralph "Skip" Boyce underlined President Megawati Soekarnoputri's pledge during her meeting with President George W. Bush last week to counter international terrorism.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
A tough choice faces state TVRI station
A tough choice faces state TVRI station By Kurniawan The Jakarta Post in Jakarta Legislators were engaged in intense debate on Tuesday over what actions to take to save the ailing state-owned broadcasting station TVRI. Legislator Effendy Choirie from the National Awakening Party (PKB) proposed that the television station be privatized. Other legislators, however, were concerned that privatizing the company would make TVRI lose its social mission and make it a purely commercial enterprise.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two
The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two regulations that stipulate that sole authorized distributors of foreign products must receive recognition from the government to commence their activities. Local department store chain PT Rimo Catur Lestari will open new fashion outlets in Bandung, Surakarta, Surabaya and Denpasar next month as part of its expansion plans.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
for 4julia
for 4julia ..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
'TVRI'
'TVRI' Tough challenge: How to save state-owned 'TVRI' Page 2 Bombing JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing. Page 3 Investor Govt must address investor confidence amid uncertainty. Page 5 Soccer Buoyed Real Madrid to continue flying start. Page 7 Surgery Surgery cuts AVM risks. Page 9 Leakage BPKP reports funds leakage of Rp 10.3t. Page 12 Immigrant NZ issues gag order to immigrant. Page 13 War WHO warns West of risk of biological war. Page 14
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
KONI seeks Rp 27.8b for Asian Games
KONI seeks Rp 27.8b for Asian Games JAKARTA (JP): The National Sports Council (KONI) has submitted to the government a proposed budget of some Rp 27.8 billion (US$2.9 million) to finance the national team's preparations for the Pusan 2002 Asian Games. The 2002 Asiad is slated to be held from Sept. 29 through Oct. 14 in the southern South Korean port city.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Asian currencies :
Asian currencies : Mostly Lower Late DOW JONES Singapore Asian currencies retreated Tuesday as investor concerns over weakening economic fundamentals in the region triggered a new round of dollar buying. Efforts by Japan's Ministry of Finance to weaken the yen also helped provide a base for the dollar against Asian currencies. However, analysts cautioned that the dollar remains vulnerable in the face of the deteriorating U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
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;JP;TNT; ANPAf..r.. Mariott Hotel upbeat about new local operation JP/12/Mariot Mariott Hotel upbeat about new local operation TANTRI YULIANDINI The Jakarta Post Jakarta Jakarta's newest five-star hotel, JW Mariott Hotel, was optimistic that it would be able to grab a sufficient market despite tight competition from existing hotels in the capital, a senior executive said. JW Mariott's general manager John J.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Sept.25
Rupiah Rates Sept.25 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
E. Timor diarrhea kills 24 children
E. Timor diarrhea kills 24 children LISBON (AFP): A diarrhea epidemic in an isolated East Timor enclave is said to have killed 24 children, most of them under the age of three years, the Lusa news agency reported on Tuesday. The epidemic is reported to have struck in the coastal enclave of Oecussi, surrounded on three sides by West Timor, part of Indonesia, and on the fourth side by the sea.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Public complaints: People still place courts on top of the list
Public complaints: People still place courts on top of the list of state institutions which perform poorly as 58 percent of those who lodge complaints with the National Ombudsmen Commission perceive that the courts have not been able to make a just decision. Ombudsmen Commission chairman Antonius Sujata revealed the results of data collected in the period between January and June this year at a hearing with the House of Representatives' Commission II here on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Jawa Power seeks U.S. 5 cents/kwh electricity rate from PLN
Jawa Power seeks U.S. 5 cents/kwh electricity rate from PLN SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Indonesian independent power producer PT Jawa Power is seeking around 5 U.S. cents a kilowatt-hour, or kWh, in long-term contract negotiations for electricity generated by a 1,220-megawatt plant in East Java, up from 3 cents/kWh agreed in an interim contract.
Wed, 26 Sep 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 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 4:45 Quiz 5:15 TV Drama 6:00 News 7:00 Talk Show 8:00 Quiz 9:00 Talk Show 10:00 News 10:30 Music 11:30 Comedy Program 2 5:30 p.m. Music 6:30 City News 7:30 News (in English) 8:30 Features TPI 5:30 a.m.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
By Fitri Maryono
By Fitri Maryono The Jakarta Post Purwokerto, Central Java Lacking funds makes the government find it hard to curb the spread of the contagious tuberculosis (TB) which claimed 140,000 people nationwide per annum, according to an official. Umar Fahmi Achmadi, Directorate General of Contagious Disease Eradication and Environmental Sanitation said for the medicine alone, the government must set aside Rp 35 billion (US$3,7 million) per year.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
for 4julia
for 4julia ..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Human rights members
Human rights members From Suara Karya On one television station, the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) called on the public to voice their ideas on the election of commission members. As a good citizen, I would like to respond to this call. I think that the government established the commission in an effort to ensure that the public enjoys justice in terms of human rights. The commission will always remind the government and other parties at home not to violate human rights.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
EU gives Rp 40m for refugees
EU gives Rp 40m for refugees KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: The European Union has provided the Indonesian government with Rp 40 million in aid for the continuation of the resettlement program for some 200,000 East Timor refugees who have opted to remain in Indonesia.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
By Tarko Sudiarno
By Tarko Sudiarno The Jakarta Post Surakarta Hotels, travel bureaus and royal family of Surakarta lamented on Tuesday the hunt on American people at star-rated hotels conducted by certain group on Sunday. Aris Supriyadi, sales manager of Sahid Raya Hotel, Surakarta, one of two hotels swept by the anti-U.S. group said that several foreign tourists had canceled their plan to visit here due to the "operation". Not only foreign guests who were frightened by the hunt, but also domestic tourists.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Mutilated body found in bags
Mutilated body found in bags BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The residents of Banjarmasin were shocked upon finding two bags, which turned out later to contain human body parts, on two rivers on Saturday and Tuesday. The first bag was found on Saturday on the Martapura river, which crosses the city of Banjarmasin, and the second bag, slightly smaller than the first, was found on a smaller river, around one kilometer away.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
[b]Asian currencies mostly down,
Asian currencies mostly down, economic concerns cited 2. Market (1 X 35) Asian stocks lose gains to end lower 3. Mariot (1x35) Marriott upbeat about new operation 4. Power ( 2 X 24) Jawa Power seeks U.S. 5 cents/kwh electricity rate from PLN 5. Gold ( 2 X 16) Europe gold softer, awaits U.S. action
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
[i]Indonesia, still mired in an economic crisis, is among the
Indonesia, still mired in an economic crisis, is among the countries now facing the economic impact of the Sept. 11 attacks in the United States. Mari Pangestu .. 2. Islam -- 1 X 32 36pt Bodoni A common enemy for Russia, U.S.? By Daniel Broessler PRAGUE (DPA): Twelve years separate the fall of the Berlin Wall and the collapse of the World Trade Center in New York. This short span of time divides the era of dawning of hope from the era of dawning of horror.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Singapore sees worsening outlook after U.S. attacks
Singapore sees worsening outlook after U.S. attacks SINGAPORE (AP): Cabinet ministers said Tuesday that the government is working on a second economic rescue package for the recession-hit city-state amid a worsening economic outlook after the terror attacks in the United States.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Mutilated body
Mutilated body found in bags BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The residents of Banjarmasin were shocked upon finding two bags, which turned out later to contain human body parts, on two rivers on Saturday and Tuesday. The first bag was found on Saturday on the Martapura river, which crosses the city of Banjarmasin, and the second bag, slightly smaller than the first, was found on a smaller river, around one kilometer away.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tough challenge: How to save state-owned 'TVRI'
Tough challenge: How to save state-owned 'TVRI' JAKARTA (JP): Legislators were engaged in intense debate on Tuesday over what actions to take to save the ailing state-owned broadcasting station TVRI. Legislator Effendy Choirie from the National Awakening Party (PKB) proposed that the television station be privatized. Other legislators, however, were concerned that privatizing the company would make TVRI lose its social mission and make it a purely commercial enterprise.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Surabaya
Where to go in Surabaya Music and Entertainment * Hyatt Regency Surabaya, Jl. Jend. Basuki Rakhmat 106-128 (Phone: 031 5311234): - Lobby: Gamelan (Traditional Music), 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Except Saturday), Solo Pianist, Monday to Friday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Saturday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Cascades Poolside Restaurant: Jazz Band, Saturday, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. - The Tavern Pub: Live music, Tuesday to Sunday, 9 p.m. onwards, Friday and Saturday from 9 p.m.).
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian shares ended lower Tuesday on selling in select
Indonesian shares ended lower Tuesday on selling in select blue chips as sentiment turned negative following falls in several major regional equities markets, dealers said. They added that earlier buying sentiment stemming from U.S. markets' rebound Monday wasn't sustained. The JSX Composite Index ended down 0.3 percent, or 1.307 points at 409.087, down from its intraday high of 415.885. Volume was relatively light at 411 million shares valued at Rp 347 billion.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Telkom mulling rights issue
Telkom mulling rights issue JAKARTA (JP): State-owned telecommunications company PT Telkom is considering launching a rights issue to finance its telecommunications services' expansion program, president Muhammad Nazif said on Tuesday. He said that the fresh funds were needed to finance the company's expansion into Internet, multimedia, pay-TV, and international calls services. "Telkom hopes ...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Sept.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
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;JP; ANPAf..r.. Germany-Indonesia-trade .rm Indonesian-German trade (million DM) 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Imports from Indonesia 3,010 2,860 3,292 4,080 3,957 3,825 4,897 Exports to Indonesia 3,536 3,928 4,008 5,211 3,339 2,019 2,434 Trade volume 6,546 6,788 7,300 9,291 7,296 5,844 7,331.4 Trade Balance -526 -1,068 -716 -1,131 618 1,806 2,463.4 %Change in export volume 11.09 2.04 30.01 -35.92 -39.53 20.55...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Bogor pessimistic about tax target
Bogor pessimistic about tax target BOGOR (JP): The city revenue office here plans to send 179 tax collectors to 68 subdistricts of Bogor to raise tax revenue from uncollected land and building tax (PBB), an official said on Monday. According to Bambang Gunawan, the head of the city revenue office, the action was decided after the office projected that it would be unable to reach the government target of some Rp 16.5 billion (US$ 1.83 million) in revenue from PBB.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN auto sales up, but outlook dim
ASEAN auto sales up, but outlook dim SINGAPORE (AFP): Motor vehicle sales in the four biggest Southeast Asian markets climbed 7 percent from a year ago to 577,671 units in the first seven months of 2001, an industry report said. However regional sales are forecast to fall on waning consumer confidence particularly in the Philippines and Indonesia, Automotive Resources Asia Ltd. (ARA) said in a report Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/Arief Suhardiman
JP/Arief Suhardiman ANTI-U.S. RALLY: Dozens of youths from various hardline groups stage a peaceful rally in front of a Western country's embassy in Jakarta. They threatened on Tuesday to wage a jihad should the U.S. and its allies go ahead with their planned aggression against Afghanistan. Photo B JP/ P. J. Leo A HAPPY LIFE?: A family belonging to an Irian Jaya tribe happily wash sweet potatoes they have just harvested at a river in the Baliem valley.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rimo plans more retail outlets
Rimo plans more retail outlets JAKARTA (JP): Local department store chain PT Rimo Catur Lestari will open new fashion outlets in Bandung, Surakarta, Surabaya and Denpasar next month as part of its expansion plans. The company's president George M. Harjani said on Tuesday that the new outlets would carry the company's new Funky, Cool and Chick brand names.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001, 00:00 WIB
Govt says Semen Padang spin off plan unviable
Govt says Semen Padang spin off plan unviable BERNI K. MUSTAFA The Jakarta Post Jakarta Spinning off PT Semen Padang from the Semen Gresik Group was an unviable option, the government said on Tuesday, citing it as costly and detrimental to privatization plans. The Ministry of State Enterprises' director of state enterprises restructuring and privatization, Parkesit Soeprapto, urged legislators and regions backing the spin off plan to reconsider their stance.