Archive: 16 November 2002
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Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Bachelor of brawling
Bachelor of brawling From Warta Kota I was very sad to learn that some students from my university, Tarumanagara University (Untar), were involved in a brawl on Oct. 31 and Nov. 4.A brawl like this is useless as it will only inflict losses, for example we will be late in completing our study...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Drivers complain over drop in income
Drivers complain over drop in incomeNovan Iman Santosa The Jakarta Post JakartaThe holy fasting month of Ramadhan is into its second week and the majority of Jakartans have slowly slipped back into their daily routines. But for the city's public transportation drivers, life has become much harder.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Muslim ads: Irony of message of tolerance
Muslim ads: Irony of message of toleranceMuhammad Qodari, Political Analyst, Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Jakarta The U.S. embassy recently launched a series of mini films and print ads presenting the life of Muslim families in the United States.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Ramadhan time for Jakarta
Ramadhan time for JakartaFridayMaghrib 5.52 p.m.SaturdayImsak 3:55 a.m.Subuh 4:05 a.m.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Rebels deny surrender rumors
Rebels deny surrender rumorsIbnu Mat Noor and Nani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh/Lhokseumawe Rumors are spreading in Banda Aceh that Free Aceh Movement (GAM) commander Muzakhir Manaf and GAM spokesman Sofyan Dawood, who have been caught in the two-week military siege of their headquarters in...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, November 16, 2002
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, November 16, 2002Exhibitions * Sculpture, Painting, Drawing by G. Sidharta, Bentara Budaya Jakarta, Jl. Palmerah Selatan no. 17, Central Jakarta (Tel. 5483008), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Nov. 16. * The Art of Poster by Jan Lavies, Erasmus Huis, Jl. H.R.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Religious leaders in the country expressed concern that the
Religious leaders in the country expressed concern that the ongoing investigation in the Oct. 12 Bali bombing would tarnish the image of the Islamic boarding schools (pesantren). While it would be wrong to condemn all pesantren as schools where "Political Islam" or hatred against other religions is...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Howard disputes Japan's travel warnings
Howard disputes Japan's travel warningsAssociated Press, Sydney, Australia Australian Prime Minister John Howard has challenged Japanese government warnings against its citizens visiting Australia because of terrorism fears following last month's Bali nightclub bombings.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Struggling to cope with last month's barbaric bombings in Bali
Struggling to cope with last month's barbaric bombings in Bali and hoping to release the souls of the dead, thousands of Balinese Hindus, joined by Cabinet ministers, ambassadors and victims' relatives, performed an elaborate "purification" ceremony on Friday.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Obituary
Obituary National press leader and Indonesian independence fighter Hendrikus Gerardus Rorimpandey passed away on Friday at the Medistra Hospital, East Jakarta, at 8.05 a.m., after having lain unconscious for several hours. He was 80 years old.He was survived by his wife and five sons.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
'Air travel costs may shoot up with terrorism fears'
'Air travel costs may shoot up with terrorism fears' P. Parameswaran, Agence France-Presse, Cebu, Philippines Chief executives of Asia-Pacific airlines warned at annual talks here Friday that air travel may become more expensive if governments do not bear the cost of implementing aviation security...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
FOR FOCUS ISSUE -- YEAR END SALES
FOR FOCUS ISSUE -- YEAR END SALES;JP; ANPAc..r.. Shopping-yearend-toys Sudibyo M. Wiradji Contributor JakartaPrice cuts also offered to children's toys The rapid development of information technology has, to some extent, contributed considerably to the craze for toys, and most parents are now...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Thai debt rating upgraded
Thai debt rating upgraded BANGKOK: Moody's Investors Service on Friday upgraded its outlook on Thailand's long-term foreign debt rating in a move hailed by Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra as boost for the country's image and economy. The U.S.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
1. Growth - 50 pt, 4x12
1. Growth - 50 pt, 4x12 City revises down economic growth from 3.8% to 3.5% 2. DRIVER: 36 PT, - 2x 25 Drivers complain over loss of income during the holidays 3. Kedoya: 28 PT, - 1x 38 Reports of wrongful arrests on the rise 4. Speak: 28 PT, - 1x34 Beggars accuse city officers of extortion
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
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AJP/P.J. LeoModels parade in traditional Indonesian cloths designed by Bin House. The fashion show titled Through the Eyes, From the Heart ... I Do took place at the Jakarta Convention Center. Many believe that Roni Siswandi is the man behind the success of Bin House, but he sees himself more as an...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Drivers complain over loss of income during the holidays
Drivers complain over loss of income during the holidaysNovan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The holy fasting month of Ramadhan is into its second week and the majority of Jakartans have slowly slipped back into their daily routines.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
The Board, Management and Staff of
The Board, Management and Staff of The Jakarta Post wish to express our condolences on the passing away ofHendrikus Gerardus Rorimpandey Founder of PT Sinar Kasihin Jakarta on FridayMay his soul rest in peace and the bereaved family find solace
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
House urged to deliberate freedom of information bill
House urged to deliberate freedom of information billKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A coalition for freedom of information has urged the House of Representatives (DPR) to start deliberating the bill on public access to information that the government submitted in March.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Residents urged not to help beggars
Residents urged not to help beggars JAKARTA: City administration has asked residents not to give money to beggars on the street during the holy fasting month of Ramadhan."It would be better if residents made contributions to the needy in their neighborhood," the head of the City Social Welfare...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
We may have to trust police in Bali inquiry
We may have to trust police in Bali inquiry Kornelius Purba Staff Writer The Jakarta Post Jakarta korpur@yahoo.comOver the weekend a number of Jakartans received a surprising short message service (SMS): "The police have announced that Amrozi, who has been declared the prime suspect in the Bali...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
People to have say in natural resource use
People to have say in natural resource useMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The public will soon have a say in the exploitation of natural resources in their respective areas.The draft of a bill on natural resources management, which the office of the state minister of the environment...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Educators must recognize their social and psychological
Educators must recognize their social and psychological responsibilities Simon Marcus Gower Principal Harapan Bangsa High School Tangerang, Banten The following is the complaint of one teacher with over ten years of experience teaching in Jakarta high school."I'm a teacher.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Army feud leaves soldier injured
Army feud leaves soldier injured ATAMBUA, East Nusa Tenggara: A soldier was savaged by members of a rival military group in a dispute over gambling dealings in East Nusa Tenggara.Five members of the Army's Strategic Reserves Command (Kostrad) battalion in Atambua attacked Chief Sgt.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
'Animal sacrifice reflects inner consciousness, peace'
'Animal sacrifice reflects inner consciousness, peace'I Wayan Juniartha and Ayuning Hati, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali Animal sacrifice is almost inseparable from traditional Balinese Hindu ritual. The practice owes its origin to the deep influence of the Bhairawa and Tantrayana teachings over...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Indonesia mentally ill: Experts
Indonesia mentally ill: ExpertsMuhammad Nafik and Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesian society is mentally ill, as it has lost its sense of humanity and solidarity due to the current lawlessness and the lack of leadership on the part of the political elite, according to analysts.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
E. Timor seeks UN aid to fight terror
E. Timor seeks UN aid to fight terror UNITED NATIONS: East Timor, citing last month's deadly Bali bombing, pledged full support on Thursday for fighting terrorism but said its fledgling security forces would need international help for the time being.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Mt. Papandayan dangerous: Officials
Mt. Papandayan dangerous: OfficialsBudianto, The Jakarta Post, Garut, West Java Relevant authorities warned on Friday that activity at Mt. Papandayan, which experienced a major explosion early on Friday, has reached alarming levels, forcing thousands of people living within a radius of four...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Taxi drivers licensed in Batam
Taxi drivers licensed in Batam BATAM, Riau: The Batam city administration announced in a statement on Friday that 600 private cars operating as city taxis had been granted taxi licenses.The statement said the decision, aimed at promoting security, was based on Bylaw No. 9/2001 on transportation.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Economic growth revised downwards for 2002
Economic growth revised downwards for 2002Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration announced on Friday that the recent Bali bombing tragedy has affected the city's economic growth, and has forced a revision from the previously estimated 3.87 percent to between 3.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Wrongful arrests on the rise: Reports
Wrongful arrests on the rise: ReportsTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Kartini, a vegetable vendor, was standing on the sidewalk after shopping for vegetables at the Cengkareng traditional market in West Jakarta, when several Public Order Officers came and forced her into their...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Health workers contribute discrimination against HIV/AIDS
Health workers contribute discrimination against HIV/AIDSDebbie A. Lubis The Jakarta Post JakartaDespite massive media campaigns, people living with HIV/AIDS continue to receive discriminative treatment from hospitals and health workers, according to activists.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
1. ECONOMY: 3 x 18
1. ECONOMY: 3 x 18 Indonesian economy grew 3.92 percent in 3rd quarter: BPS2. CHINA: 2 x 35Jiang no longer party chief, but continues to pull the strings in China: Analysts 3. SCHOO: 1 x 32Int'l schools close due to threat 4. WTO: 2 x 21WTO ministers reach breakthrough on drugs deal 5.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
M-WEB Indonesia sells assets, cut jobs
M-WEB Indonesia sells assets, cut jobsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Leading Internet firm M-WEB Indonesia, a subsidiary of South Africa-based telecommunications firm Myriad International Holdings (MIH), has sold most of its assets and is cutting the number of workers as part of a massive business...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Sabarno asked to act on Tarmidi's position
Sabarno asked to act on Tarmidi's position JAKARTA: Governor Sutiyoso urged Minister of Home Affairs Hari Sabarno on Friday to decide the fate of Tarmidi Suhardjo, as to whether or not he could retain his position as the city council deputy chairman.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Rupiah Rates Nov.15
Rupiah Rates Nov.15 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,366.52 4,799.25 5,110.35 5,055.19 Brunei dollar 1 5,403.93 4,834.27 5,145.98 5,092.07 Canadian dollar 1 6,063.61 5,424.03 5,774.17 5,713.29 Swiss franc 1 6,523.41 5,837.04 6,212.02 6,148.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
'Air travel costs may rise with terrorism fears'
'Air travel costs may rise with terrorism fears'P. Parameswaran, Agence France-Presse, Cebu, Philippines Asia-Pacific airline chiefs warned at annual talks here Friday that air travel may become more expensive if governments do not bear the cost of implementing aviation security measures to counter...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
The Jakarta Post
The Jakarta Post Jakarta The European Commission has dropped dumping charges on Indonesia's footwear products, a move that will allow Indonesia to increase its exports to the countries of the European Union (EU).
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
1. Qodari -- Muslim ads: Irony of
1. Qodari -- Muslim ads: Irony of message of tolerance 2. Winahyo -- Ministerial decree a warning for professional accountants
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Malaysia canes 387 Indonesians
Malaysia canes 387 Indonesians JAKARTA: The Malaysian government had caned 387 Indonesians for violations of its new immigration policy implemented on August 1.Foreign ministry spokesman Marty Natalegawa said Friday that a total of 677 illegal Indonesian workers had been sentenced to caning by...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Wicked scalpers at Pulogadung
Wicked scalpers at PulogadungFrom Media IndonesiaA friend of mine and three of his family members were cheated by scalpers at the Pulogadung bus terminal on Oct. 28.After they had arrived at the terminal at about 6:30 p.m.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
FOR YEAR-END SALES - NOV 17
FOR YEAR-END SALES - NOV 17;JP; ANPAc..r.. Shopping-discounts-offer Discounts of up to 75% as shopping season startsRikza Abdullah Contributor JakartaShopping malls, department stores and other shopping centers in Jakarta are offering seasonal attractions and substantial discounts on goods to lure...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Int'l schools close due to threat
Int'l schools close due to threatThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Several international schools in Jakarta were closed on Friday due to a security advisory issued by the Australian Embassy over specific threats at international schools with Western students.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Aspac Texmaco to host SEABA championship
Aspac Texmaco to host SEABA championshipMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After winning the national basketball league for the third consecutive year, Aspac Texmaco will likely host a regional competition in Jakarta next year.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Kadin calls on govt for further help in forestry
Kadin calls on govt for further help in forestryRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) has urged the government to immediately establish a special agency, comprising government and business representatives, to resolve problems faced by...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
UNTUK HARI SENIN - Hal. 6
UNTUK HARI SENIN - Hal. 61. Purba -- We may have to trust police in Bali inquiry2. Simon1 -- Educators must recognize their social, psychological obligations
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Ceremony offers new hope for Balinese people, businesses
Ceremony offers new hope for Balinese people, businessesRita A. Widiadana, And I Wayan Juniartha, Kuta, Bali The Oct. 12 Bali bombing has had a massive impact on the lives of most Balinese people, but Friday's cleansing ceremony have given new hope to them,I Dewa Made Oka Wijaya, a resident of...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Australian police question Indonesians
Australian police question Indonesians JAKARTA: The Australian government has questioned 23 Indonesians following Australian-wide raids against suspected members of Jemaah Islamiyah (JI).Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Marty Natalegawa said on Friday that 11 of the 23 Indonesians were...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Don't stop traffic or get drunk: Police
Don't stop traffic or get drunk: Police JAYAPURA, Papua: People should not get drunk, set up illegal roadblocks to demand money from motorists or attack those who set up the road blocks, Papua Provincial Police Deputy Chief Brig. Gen. Raziman Tarigan said Friday.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Asian monies mixed, better credit outlook lifts won
Asian monies mixed, better credit outlook lifts wonDow Jones, Singapore A surprise upgrade of South Korea's credit outlook underpinned the won Friday, while other regional currencies finished Asian trading mixed.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
New planetism and Indonesia
New planetism and Indonesia So much of what Indonesia is today grew from the mind of the first president, Sukarno and in particular the role of Indonesia as a leading light of the non-aligned nations of the world.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Jiang no longer pary chief, but continues to pull the strings in China: Analysts
Jiang no longer pary chief, but continues to pull the strings in China: AnalystsRobert J. Saiget, Agence France-Presse, Beijing He no longer heads the ruling Communist party and his time as president is almost up, but analysts say Jiang Zemin will continue to pull the strings in China for years to...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Reviving tourism on Bali
Reviving tourism on Bali From Koran TempoThe Island of the Gods appears to have lost its luster after the bomb blast in Legian, Kuta, Bali. Luckily, there are reports that Bali will host the 19th Summit Conference of ASEAN on Oct. 7 and Oct. 8, 2003.This should be warmly welcomed by all Indonesians.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
EU drops dumping charges on RI shoes
EU drops dumping charges on RI shoesThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The European Commission has dropped dumping charges on Indonesia's footwear products, a move that will allow Indonesia to increase its exports to the countries of the European Union (EU).
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Kadin calls on govt for further help in forestry
Kadin calls on govt for further help in forestryRendi A. Witular The Jakarta Post Jakarta The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) has urged the government to immediately establish a special agency, comprising government and business representatives, to resolve problems faced by the...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
A new ministry of masculine affairs?
A new ministry of masculine affairs? If you are a regular reader of The Jakarta Post, then you will find an article on page 4 of the Nov. 8 edition with the heading Women to take action against DPR.I am not a politician nor a lawyer, so what is written here, is more an expression of surprise than a...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
FOR FOCUS ISSUE (SUNDAY) --- YEAR END SALES
FOR FOCUS ISSUE (SUNDAY) --- YEAR END SALES ;JP;HEN; ANPAc..r.. Shopping-outlets-tipsBargain hunting ahead of Idul FitriHendarsyah Tarmizi The Jakarta Post Jakarta Almost all retail outlets, be they small stalls in traditional markets or world-class stores in modern shopping malls, are gearing up...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Landmark Aceh deal to offer autonomy, elections
Landmark Aceh deal to offer autonomy, electionsJoanne Collins, Reuters, Jakarta International mediators trying to get Indonesia and rebels in Aceh to sign a fresh peace deal said on Friday the pact would be a landmark agreement offering provincial elections and the setting up of a team of monitors.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Inflation manageable despite price hikes: Economists
Inflation manageable despite price hikes: EconomistsFitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The plan to simultaneously increase electricity, fuel and telephone rates next January is threatening to impede already sluggish consumer spending, but economists have said the impact on inflation would...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
'Wayang Ukur' enriches shadow puppet play
'Wayang Ukur' enriches shadow puppet playTarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta In flashes of colorful lights, the arrows fly in the sky, hunting down their enemies. The arrows seem to have eyes and wings of their own, fully cognizant of where they are going.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Ministerial decree a warning for proffessional accountants
Ministerial decree a warning for proffessional accountantsWinahyo Soekanto, Lawyer, Consumer Care Foundation, Jakarta, winahyo@yahoo.com What happens when accountants and their clients get too "intimate"? The birth of illegitimate dealings and financial scams such as those affecting U.S.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Sutiyoso ready to answer police
Sutiyoso ready to answer police JAKARTA: Governor Sutiyoso was ready to face police questioning over alleged corruption involving Rp 4.2 billion earmarked for Jakarta's flood victims, city council spokesman Muhayat said Friday.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
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JP/ /Govt. to submit bill on natural resources managementMoch. N. Kurniawan The Jakarta Post JakartaThe public will soon have a say in the exploitation of natural resources in their respective areas.The draft of a bill on natural resources management, which the office of the state minister of the...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
ADVERTORIAL : Sleman Regency
ADVERTORIAL : Sleman Regency PUBLISHING DATE: Saturday, Nov. 16Adventurous tours in Sleman regency Sleman, one of the regencies of Yogyakarta Province, is famous for its scenic beauty, unique traditions and friendly people.One of its natural attractions is Mount Merapi.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
'Happy Ramadhan, now get out of town'
'Happy Ramadhan, now get out of town'Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak The Jakarta Post JakartaKartini, a vegetable vendor, was standing on sidewalk after shopping for vegetables at the Cengkareng traditional market in West Jakarta, when several Public Order Officers came and forced her into their truck.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Indonesian economy grew 3.92 percent in 3rd quarter: BPS
Indonesian economy grew 3.92 percent in 3rd quarter: BPSThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The economy grew by 3.92 percent during the third quarter over the same period last year, said the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS), adding that slowing consumption growth meant Indonesia would be unlikely to meet...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Unnecessary tragedy
Unnecessary tragedy One person was killed when a Jakarta-Purwakarta train crushed a truck at the Pisangan Lama railway crossing in East Jakarta on Wednesday.The fatal accident would have been avoided if the truck driver had been patient and not gone around the crossing bar.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Government to privatize TVRI
Government to privatize TVRI JAKARTA: The government is planning to cut staff numbers at state-owned television station TVRI by up to 70 percent and then sell it as part of its privatization program.House of Representatives (DPR) Commission I for defense, foreign and political affairs member I Joko...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Planned fuel price in 2003
Planned fuel price in 2003 2002 Lowest price highest price Premium gasoline Rp 1,450 Rp 1,750 Kerosene for industry Rp 900 Rp 1,650 Industrial diesel oil Rp 900 Rp 1,550 Automotive diesel fuel Rp 900 Rp 1,520 Fuel oil Rp 800 Rp 1,150 2003 Lowest price highest price Premium gasoline Rp 1,600 Rp...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Bali attempts to cleanse island of evil spirits
Bali attempts to cleanse island of evil spiritsRita A Widiadana and I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Kuta, Bali Thousands of people commemorated on Friday the bomb blast that claimed nearly 200 lives at the tourist resort of Kuta, marking an end to their one month of mourning and a fresh start...
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
New York City, Bali share grief
New York City, Bali share griefDamaso Reyes, Contributor, The Jakarta Post, Kuta, Bali A few weeks ago, for the second time in as many years, I found myself walking through the scene of a terrorist attack.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Respect for human rights?
Respect for human rights? Onghokham wrote in The Jakarta Post on Nov. 12 that reticence in arresting Abu Bakar Ba'asyir was part of a trend to greater respect for human rights.I find this hard to believe after watching an episode of Patrol, the crime news program on Indosiar.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Indonesia in danger?
Indonesia in danger? Some rectors of state and private universities have publicly declared that Indonesia is entering a dangerous stage.Similar statements have also been made by observers and politicians. They jokingly ask daily if Indonesia will exist next year.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Cleansing ritual encourages and unites Balinese
Cleansing ritual encourages and unites BalineseAgencies, Kuta, Bali One month after the bomb attack on Bali in October, those who had lost beloved members of their family and friends in the carnage turned up for a ritual on Friday to unite and console each other.
Sat, 16 Nov 2002
Riau islands flooded with drugs
Riau islands flooded with drugs PEKANBARU, Riau: A Riau Provincial Legislature report says the Riau islands are swamped with drugs.The report, released Friday, said drugs-related cases had increased up to 63 percent in the past year.