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Archive: 8 September 2001

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Jasa Marga to sell new toll vouchers

Jasa Marga to sell new toll vouchers JAKARTA (JP): Toll road operator PT Jasa Marga has announced that it would sell new vouchers with an extended validity from one month to three months, starting in October.

Askes' service unsatisfactory

Askes' service unsatisfactoryFrom Pikiran RakyatMy relative and his wife are both civil servants and holders of state health insurance scheme (Askes) cards. He is on the fourth wage scale and his wife is on the third.His wife underwent medical treatment as an in-patient at Al- Islam hospital on Jl.

[i]Fuel consumption continues to increase, generating a heavier

Fuel consumption continues to increase, generating a heavier burden of subsidy. A subsidy reduction, therefore, becomes more compelling ... ... there is a need to reinforce the principles of administering natural resources ...

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JP/8/ApartApartments are more affordable than you think JAKARTA (JP): Many expatriates begin their lives here in Jakarta in a kost. While the reason for this is often monetary constraints, there is also the oft-cited reason of wanting to get to know Indonesians; to throw themselves into the hustle...

Mega fashion style

Mega fashion style As soon as Ibu Megawati returned from her tour of nine ASEAN countries she was immediately bombarded with criticism concerning, what else, the outfits she wore as an ambassador, in terms of fashion, for her country.

Effem enters RI candy market

Effem enters RI candy market MEDAN (JP): PT Effem Indonesia, a subsidiary of U.S. based global snack food and pet-food makers Mars Inc., said it had earmarked a total of US$20 million in new investment this year to manufacture various candies at its new plant in Medan, North Sumatra.

New state budget draft welcomed by legislators

New state budget draft welcomed by legislators JAKARTA (JP): Members of the House of Representatives welcomed on Friday the 2002 state budget draft unveiled by President Megawati Soekarnoputri, saying it was realistic and business- oriented.

Referendum urged to break impasse on commision

Referendum urged to break impasse on commision JAKARTA (JP): Legislators, experts and activists from non- governmental organizations (NGOs) call for a national referendum to break the impasse in a tug-of-war between the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) and NGOs on the constitutional commission.

Allson Classic Suites blend the conveniences of home with luxury

Allson Classic Suites blend the conveniences of home with luxury If you are looking for all the comforts of home in a classic environment that offers five-star hotel service, then the Classic Suites at the Allson Residence at Mitra Oasis is your best choice for relaxation or business.

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project HOUSTON (Dow Jones): Conoco Inc., under its South Natuna Sea Block B Production Sharing Contract with Indonesian state oil and gas company Pertamina, awarded two engineering, procurement, construction and installation, or EPCI, contracts for the $1.

'Kaspar' a satire on current affairs

'Kaspar' a satire on current affairsBy Primastuti Handayani JAKARTA (JP): Verbal language is commonly used to communicate, to convey a message and to criticize. But sometimes verbal language alone is not sufficiently effective and body language can express the message better.

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JP/ / The evolving people contract in companiesBy Darryl Hadaway JAKARTA (JP): Over the last three years, organizations have begun to undergo changes in order to alter their relationships with not just employees, but "people".

Rahardi fails to meet AGO's fouth summons

Rahardi fails to meet AGO's fouth summons JAKARTA (JP): Former minister of trade and industry/former chairman of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) Rahardi Ramelan, who is a suspect in a 1998 corruption case at the Agency, on Friday failed to meet a fourth summons from the Attorney General's...

1. Bus ---- 3x15

1. Bus ---- 3x15 Council demands delay in public bus fare hike 2. Rahardi -- 2x17 Rahardi fails to meet AGO's fourth summons3. BPOM ---- 2x20 BPOM regrets ad body's exit from review team 4. Subway --- 2x15 US$1.5b earmarked for subway project 5.

BPOM regrets ad body's exit from review team

BPOM regrets ad body's exit from review team JAKARTA (JP): The National Drug and Food Control Agency (BPOM) regretted the resignation of the Indonesian Advertising Association (PPPI) from the advertisement review team, saying that the team's function should not have been disrupted.

Taiwan threatens to freeze labour imports from Indonesia,

Taiwan threatens to freeze labour imports from Indonesia, Philippines TAIPEI (AFP): Taiwan may freeze labour imports from Indonesia and the Philippines if the two countries refuse to go along with a cut in minimum wages for workers they send to the island, a labour official said Friday.

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JP/ /ALLSONAllson Classic Suites offer luxury and home conveniences If you are looking for pleasures from a combination of home convenience with classic environment, five-star hotel services, easy business and relaxation, the Classic Suites of the Allson Residence at Mitra Oasis are the most...

Asia sees hurdles for new WTO talks

Asia sees hurdles for new WTO talks HANOI (Reuters): While Southeast Asian countries back the launching of a new trade round they see major hurdles that need to be overcome if that is to happen in Qatar in November, Thai and Philippine officials said on Friday.

Council demands delay in public bus fare hike

Council demands delay in public bus fare hike JAKARTA (JP): City Council Commission D for development affairs demanded on Friday that the Organization of City Land Transportation Owners (Organda) postpone its decision to increase fares of public air-conditioned buses.

Defending champ Thailand gets support from Thaksin

Defending champ Thailand gets support from Thaksin KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Thai premier Thaksin Shinawatra will give his nation's Southeast Asian (SEA) Games squad a boost by flying in to attend the regional games' opening ceremony on Saturday.

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project HOUSTON (Dow Jones): Conoco Inc., under its South Natuna Sea Block B Production Sharing Contract with Indonesian state oil and gas company Pertamina, awarded two engineering, procurement, construction and installation, or EPCI, contracts for the $1.

Megawati under fire over policy on defense budget

Megawati under fire over policy on defense budget JAKARTA (JP): Legislators questioned on Friday President Megawati Soekarnoputri's policy for increasing the 2002 defense budget by 18 percent.Aberson Marle Sihaloho, a member of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), said the...

Students protest additional fee

Students protest additional fee PURWOKERTO, Central Java: Some 1,000 freshmen of the state Soedirman University here staged a protest on Friday against an additional fee of Rp 500,000 (US$55.37) each that has been levied."We protest and object to the new decision.

Legal system protects criminals

Legal system protects criminalsFrom Koran TempoI am not a lawyer, but I have observed that the legal system and practices in Indonesia often protect criminals instead of eradicating crime. Therefore, I think the law in Indonesia does not protect the public against criminal acts.

Arrivals of Iranians, Iraqis, Afghans limited

Arrivals of Iranians, Iraqis, Afghans limited JAKARTA (JP): The government has decided to limit the number of arrivals of foreigners from Iran, Iraq and Afghanistan in a bid to stem the problem of illegal immigrants, which has been a burden to the country, an official said on Friday.

Gunung Kidul youths get help from GEP

Gunung Kidul youths get help from GEPBy Israr Ardiansyah YOGYAKARTA (JP): For Indonesian lawmakers, a seat in the legislature means one step away from fortune and fame. But for elementary students in the parched Ngawen district, Gunung Kidul, some 50 kilometers east of here, a seat means education.

Megawati to go to Aceh despite rising tension

Megawati to go to Aceh despite rising tension BANDA ACEH, Aceh (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri is scheduled to arrive in the city on Saturday, only two days after unidentified men shot dead a university rector here.

S'pore expels wild elephant from zoo

S'pore expels wild elephant from zoo SINGAPORE (AFP): A bull elephant which tossed and gored its trainer in a unprovoked attack in July will be donated to an overseas wildlife park for safety reasons, the Singapore zoo said on Friday."Staff safety comes first ...

KL to swap palm oil for planes

KL to swap palm oil for planes KUALA LUMPUR (AP): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad will visit Europe and Russia next week, where reportedly he will hold talks on a plan to swap palm oil for military planes.

Man sentenced for drugs possession

Man sentenced for drugs possession TANGERANG (JP): Tangerang District Court sentenced a man on Thursday to two years in jail for drug possession.Presiding judge Sutoto Hadi read out the verdict on 30-year- old Sayidin, who was found guilty of possessing 1.7 grams of marijuana.

RI promises fight to the finish for SEAG medals

RI promises fight to the finish for SEAG medalsBy Novan Iman Santoso KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Although host Malaysia is expected to win the first gold on offer at the 21st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games on Saturday, Indonesia vows to put up a fight for the rest of the medals.

RP court to hear Estrada graft case

RP court to hear Estrada graft case MANILA (AFP): A special court is to begin hearing evidence on plunder charges against detained former Philippines president Joseph Estrada on Oct. 1, court officials said on Friday.

China's Li Peng visits Vietnam

China's Li Peng visits Vietnam HANOI (Reuters): China's parliamentary leader Li Peng began a three-day visit to neighboring Vietnam on Friday aimed at building on improved ties with a country that is both a communist ally and a traditional regional rival.

Govt praised for education budget rise

Govt praised for education budget rise JAKARTA (JP): Words of praise from legislators and an education expert poured in when the government announced it had prioritized education in the 2002 draft state budget.

State budget draft realistic: Analysts

State budget draft realistic: Analysts JAKARTA(JP): Noted analysts hailed as "realistic" the 2002 state budget draft delivered on Friday by President Megawati Soekarnoputri at a plenary session of the House of Representative (DPR).

RP officers may face trial over Abu Sayyaf

RP officers may face trial over Abu Sayyaf MANILA (Agencies): A Philippine lawmaker on Friday raised the prospect of court-martial after Congress found "strong evidence" that several military officers colluded with the Abu Sayyaf kidnap gang.

Asian rubber producers agree to cut output, exports

Asian rubber producers agree to cut output, exports KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Leading Asian rubber producers, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia agreed on Friday to reduce output by four percent in 2002 and 2003 and cut exports by 10 percent from January to support sagging prices.

Drought hits Cilacap

Drought hits Cilacap CILACAP, Central Java: Water shortages hitting nearly 31 villages in the district of Cilacap, Central Java, have left children in that area suffering from diarrhea.Community health centers in those villages were packed with patients, mostly children, on Friday.

Stock quotations on JSX

Stock quotations on JSXStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Sep 7, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,500 0 0 Adindo Foresta 100 -5 117,000 AGIS 135 10 324,500 Akbar Indo Makmur 725 25 2,500...

Indonesia cautious of host challege

Indonesia cautious of host challege KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Having cleared the first hurdle in the form of feisty Vietnam, the Indonesian men's soccer team is set to meet yet tougher opponents when it takes on host Malaysia in its second Group B match on Sunday.

Seized cars of Tommy illegal, say police

Seized cars of Tommy illegal, say police JAKARTA (JP): Seven of ten impounded cars, believed to belong to fugitive Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra, are suspected of being illegally imported, an officer claimed on Friday.City police spokesman Sr. Comr.

Police told to solve rector's murder in Aceh

Police told to solve rector's murder in Aceh JAKARTA (JP): The assassination of the rector of Syiah Kuala University, Dayan Dawood, was strongly condemned on Friday.The Indonesian Rectors Forum, Syiah Kuala University and the American Embassy demanded that the police seriously work to uncover the...

Performing: More than just for show

Performing: More than just for show JAKARTA (JP): Performing good quality art is no longer enough. The most important thing is that the artists should be able to reach audiences through their work, even collaborative pieces made with foreign counterparts -- a common phenomenon in the performing...

State budget draft realistic: Analysts

State budget draft realistic: Analysts JAKARTA(JP): Noted analysts hailed as "realistic" the 2002 state budget draft delivered on Friday by President Megawati Soekarnoputri at a plenary session of the House of Representative (DPR).

East Timor focuses on human resources development

East Timor focuses on human resources developmentBy Yemris Fointuna DILI, East Timor (JP): Since breaking away from Indonesia, East Timor has been working hard to prepare itself to become a new country.

VW cars reenter RI market

VW cars reenter RI market JAKARTA (JP) : PT Car and Cars Indonesia (CCI) launched on Friday three new Volkswagen (VW) passenger car models in a move to reenter the Indonesian car market.CCI president Wenda Wonoseputro told the Jakarta Post on Friday that after being absent for about 20 years, VW...

Disbursement of teachers' back pay to be speeded up

Disbursement of teachers' back pay to be speeded up JAKARTA (JP): Coordinating Minister for People's Welfare Jusuf Kalla said on Friday that the central government would assist certain regional administrations that were unable to pay teachers' salary back pay.

Rubber producers agree to cut output, exports

Rubber producers agree to cut output, exports KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Leading Asian rubber producers, Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia agreed on Friday to reduce output by four percent in 2002 and 2003 and cut exports by 10 percent from January to support sagging prices.

Government unveils conservative budget

Government unveils conservative budget JAKARTA (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri unveiled the 2002 draft state budget on Friday, which will require both individuals and businesses to pay higher taxes and more for fuel and electricity.Megawati also cut spending by 2.

Aiming for deliverable pledges in Aceh

Aiming for deliverable pledges in Aceh Thursday's shooting of a well-known rector in Aceh's capital adds an even gloomier prospect to what the planned weekend presidential visit to the province could achieve. Dr.

Domestic oil output, price to decline next year: Purnomo

Domestic oil output, price to decline next year: Purnomo JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Purnomo Yusgiantoro said on Friday that the lower oil and gas revenue in the 2002 state budget draft resulted from a decrease in oil production and a lower international oil price average.

JP/9/AGS

JP/9/AGSBig players in textile world join Jakarta ExpoJAKARTA (JP): Big players in the world's textile and fashion industries will take part in Asia Global Sourcing (AGS), an international textile and apparel exhibition and conference, which will be held at the Jakarta Convention Center next month.

Apartments provide a hassle-free life

Apartments provide a hassle-free life JAKARTA (JP): In searching for maximum security and convenience, more people now choose to live in apartments and willingly sustain their strict rules, exorbitant prices and leasing fees.

MURDOCH, Western Australia (JP): It's a political truism

MURDOCH, Western Australia (JP): It's a political truism "down-under" that Australia's stability and security is inextricably linked to that of Indonesia. Fortunately, it is a fundamentally solid relationship that most long-time observers in both countries believe is comprehensive and textured...

Sliding Japan economy ratchets up pressure at APEC

Sliding Japan economy ratchets up pressure at APEC SUZHOU, China (Reuters): Top Asia-Pacific officials struggling to send a strong policy signal to global markets were dealt another blow on Friday as data confirmed Japan's economy -- already a drag on the region -- was still floundering.

5Window for Mega

5Window for MegaHence, the budget allocation also serves as an effort to improve the people's income through job creation. Such an effort will be decided mostly by the people themselves ....

1. Duit (2 x 25)

1. Duit (2 x 25)Asian currencies down late on yen's fall, HK peg jitters2. Market (1 x 35)Markets end broadly lower across Asia 3. Oil (1 x 35) Oil drifts lower as U.S. demand due to ease JP/11/Oil4. Gold (2 x 24) Gold bullion consolidating, players focus on currency JP/11/Gold 5.

Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta:Art Summit III* Theater by Rachman Sabur, Teater Payung Hitam (Indonesian), Graha Bhakti Budaya, Taman Ismail Marzuki, Jl. Cikini Raya 73, Central Jakarta, 8 p.m., Sept. 8. * Music: Tarantula Hypertext O'rchestra (Italian), Gedung Kesenian Jakarta, Jl. Gedung Kesenian No.

Asian currencies down late on yen's fall, HK peg jitters

Asian currencies down late on yen's fall, HK peg jitters SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Most Asian currencies continued to waver late Friday, as the U.S. dollar regained its footing against the yen following its overnight retreat.

GMO

GMO President reminded of her promise on GMO. Page 2 Bus fare Council demands delay in public bus fare hike. Page 3 Howard Australian PM Howard's stance on Indonesia. Page 4SEA Games RI promises fight to the finish for SEAG medals.

Apartment sector sees signs of recovery, occupancy increases

Apartment sector sees signs of recovery, occupancy increases JAKARTA (JP): The prospects for the apartment sector in the capital are much brighter this year as more middle class people are prefering to live in these high-rise residential buildings.

Garin's 'The Poet' wins more awards

Garin's 'The Poet' wins more awards JAKARTA (JP): Garin Nugroho's Puisi Tak Terkuburkan (The Poet) has won further international recognition as the film's leading actor Ibrahim Kadir took the award in the best actor category at the Cinefan 2001 Awards in India.

Legislators welcome 2002 state budget draft

Legislators welcome 2002 state budget draft JAKARTA (JP): Members of the House of Representatives welcomed on Friday the 2002 state budget draft unveiled by President Megawati Soekarnoputri, saying it was realistic and business- oriented.

VW passenger cars reenter RI market

VW passenger cars reenter RI market JAKARTA (JP) : PT Car and Cars Indonesia (CCI) launched on Friday three new Volkswagen (VW) passenger car models in a move to reenter the Indonesian car market.CCI president Wenda Wonoseputro told the Jakarta Post on Friday that after being absent for about 20...

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Megawati submits contractionary but workable budget ;JP;ANR; ANPAk..r.. JP/ /Provisional translation GOVERNMENT STATEMENT ON BILL ON THE STATE BUDGET OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2002 AND ITS FINANCIAL NOTE AT THE PLENARY SESSION OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA 7 SEPTEMBER 2001...

Govt to assist regions to disburse teachers' back pay

Govt to assist regions to disburse teachers' back pay JAKARTA (JP): Coordinating Minister for People's Welfare Jusuf Kalla said on Friday that the central government would assist certain regional administrations that were unable to pay teachers' salary back pay.

US$1.5b earmarked for subway project

US$1.5b earmarked for subway project JAKARTA (JP): City Governor Sutiyoso said on Friday that a fund of 200 billion Japanese yen (US$1.5 billion) in central government's coffers was available for the construction of the Fatmawati-Kota subway project.

Enter the Afghan angle

Enter the Afghan angleBy David T. Hill MURDOCH, Western Australia (JP): It's a political truism "down-under" that Australia's stability and security is inextricably linked to that of Indonesia. Fortunately, it is a fundamentally solid relationship that most long-time observers in both countries...

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project HOUSTON (Dow Jones): Conoco Inc., under its South Natuna Sea Block B Production Sharing Contract with Indonesian state oil and gas company Pertamina, awarded two engineering, procurement, construction and installation, or EPCI, contracts for the $1.

The bare-bones budget

The bare-bones budget The first state budget proposal submitted by President Megawati Soekarnoputri to the House of Representatives on Friday will predictably be contractionary for the economy, as the government will take more out of the pockets of taxpayers, and more than 38 percent of total...

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project

Conoco awards contracts for US$1.6b project HOUSTON (Dow Jones): Conoco Inc., under its South Natuna Sea Block B Production Sharing Contract with Indonesian state oil and gas company Pertamina, awarded two engineering, procurement, construction and installation, or EPCI, contracts for the $1.

MURDOCH, Western Australia (JP): It's a political truism

MURDOCH, Western Australia (JP): It's a political truism "down-under" that Australia's stability and security is inextricably linked to that of Indonesia. Fortunately, it is a fundamentally solid relationship that most long-time observers in both countries believe is comprehensive and textured...

Some 50 top designers to stage latest collections at Fashion Week

Some 50 top designers to stage latest collections at Fashion WeekJAKARTA (JP): Some 50 top fashion designers will present their collections during Indonesian Fashion Week, which will be held in conjunction with the Asia Global Sourcing textile and apparel exhibition.

Hansaplast Cares donates library

Hansaplast Cares donates library JAKARTA (JP): PT Beiersdorf Indonesia (BDF), through its Hansaplast Cares Program, has donated a library building and equipment worth Rp 120 million (US$14,118) to Kampus Diakonia Modern Foundation in Cileungsi, Bogor.

Conoco awards US$1.6b contracts

Conoco awards US$1.6b contracts HOUSTON (Dow Jones): Conoco Inc., under its South Natuna Sea Block B Production Sharing Contract with Indonesian state oil and gas company Pertamina, awarded two engineering, procurement, construction and installation, or EPCI, contracts for the $1.

Labor Party vows to focus on Asia if it wins elections

Labor Party vows to focus on Asia if it wins elections SYDNEY, Australia (Agencies): The opposition Labor Party would put the Asia Pacific region back at the center of Australian foreign policy if it wins elections this year, in contrast to the government's focus on the United States, leader Kim...

Megawati submits contractionary but workable budget

Megawati submits contractionary but workable budget On Friday President Megawati Soekarnoputri unveiled the 2002 draft state budget at a House of Representatives' plenary session in Jakarta. The text and tables can also be accessed on www.thejakartapost.com.

State budget draft realistic: Analysts

State budget draft realistic: Analysts JAKARTA(JP): Noted analysts hailed as "realistic" the 2002 state budget draft delivered on Friday by President Megawati Soekarnoputri at a plenary session of the House of Representative (DPR).

Considering the aforementioned, the choice only highlights the

Considering the aforementioned, the choice only highlights the need to raise domestic prices. Obviously, it is a heavy, yet unavoidable decision to maintain the sustainability of the state budget as a prerequisite for economic recovery.

The evolving people contract in companies

The evolving people contract in companiesBy Darryl Hadaway JAKARTA (JP): Over the last three years, organizations have begun to undergo changes in order to alter their relationships with not just employees, but "people".

Congress on AIDS in Semarang

Congress on AIDS in Semarang SEMARANG: Secretary-General of the Ministry of Health Dedy S. Argadiredja opened a three-day congress on AIDS/HIV here on Friday.The congress, sponsored by the Indonesian Association of Hematologists and Blood Transfusion, is aimed at discussing ways of how to prevent...

Late paper

Late paper Due to technical problems, The Jakarta Post arrived late to subscribers in Sumatra, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku and Irian Jaya, on Friday Sept. 7. We apologize for the inconvenience. --Publisher

Rupiah Rates Sept.7

Rupiah Rates Sept.7 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 8,527.00 9,527.00 8,982.00 9,072.00Austrian schilling 1 554.43 619.52 584.01 589.93Australian dollar 1 4,426.37 4,950.23 4,662.56 4,713.81Belgian franc 1 189.12 211.32 199.21 201.

Parents disrespect teachers

Parents disrespect teachersFrom Warta Kota Similar incidents to the one where a teacher beat his student and the next day the student's parents and relations came along to the school and thrashed him may be occurring frequently in some junior high schools.On Aug.

Analysts call proposed budget realistic, prudent

Analysts call proposed budget realistic, prudent JAKARTA(JP): Noted analysts hailed as "realistic" the 2002 state budget draft delivered on Friday by President Megawati Soekarnoputri at a plenary session of the House of Representative (DPR).

Police nab drug dealers in Bali

Police nab drug dealers in Bali DENPASAR, Bali: The police in Denpasar have nabbed two suspected drug dealers and seized some 15.8 grams of shabu- shabu (crystal methamphetamine)."We had been chasing them for a few days and finally arrested them last Tuesday," Bali Police narcotic division chief...

President reminded of her promise on GMO

President reminded of her promise on GMO JAKARTA (JP): A group of non-governmental organizations opposed to the commercial use of genetically modified organisms (GMO) called on President Megawati Soekarnoputri to make good on her April promise to review government rules on the technology.

Guthrie sells land to fund acquisition

Guthrie sells land to fund acquisition KUALA LUMPUR (Dow Jones): Kumpulan Guthrie Bhd., a Malaysian plantations and property company, Friday said it plans to sell land in Malaysia to pay for recent acquisitions in Indonesia.