Archive: 25 April 2002
74 articles found
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
PDI-P tips Roy as gubernatorial candidate
PDI-P tips Roy as gubernatorial candidate Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Two months ago, a question emerged among Jakartans: Who would be able to stop Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso from being reelected for a second term? But the former Jakarta military commander is now facing a tough challenger since the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), the biggest party in the City Council with 30 seats, announced on Wednesday that it would nominate its deputy chairman Roy B. B.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Iraq concludes oil agreement with Indonesia
Iraq concludes oil agreement with Indonesia Agence France-Presse, Baghdad Iraqi Oil Minister Amer Mohammed Rashid and Indonesian Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Purnomo Yusgiantoro here Tuesday signed an oil exploration agreement. The accord calls for Indonesia's state oil and gas company Pertamina and the Iraqi oil ministry's oil exploration firm to drill for oil and gas in an area of 10,000 square kilometres (3,860 square miles) in Iraq's western desert, Rashid told reporters.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Ali Wardhana attempts to clear himself in graft case
Ali Wardhana attempts to clear himself in graft case Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Former minister of finance Ali Wardhana attempted to clear his name in the US$240.9 million scandal at state-owned investment firm Bahana Pembinaan Usaha Indonesia (BPUI) by saying that he did not know the details of many transactions in the firm. Ali made the statement in the trial of the firm's former president director Sudjiono Timan.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Soldiers destroy weapons, seize alcohol
Soldiers destroy weapons, seize alcohol POSO, Central Sulawesi: The local security authorities destroyed on Wednesday around 9,000 homemade weapons confiscated during sweeps in the former strife-ridden town of Poso over the last two months. The weapons were part of some 42,000 others surrendered and seized during disarmament operations after a peace deal signed last December by warring factions. Sr. Comr.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates April 24
Rupiah Rates April 24 JP/11/Conversion Rupiah Rates April 24 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. Guru: 20 x 2 lines
1. Guru: 20 x 2 lines 7,000 part-time teachers demand better conditions 2. MALUT: 20 x 2 lines Government calls for new election in North Maluku 3. PAPUA: 24 x 2 lines Papua Police to launch raid on stolen weapons, ammo 4. DEMO: 16 x 2 lines: Students urge probe into Makassar deaths 5. Mesum: 16 x 2 lines Sex scandal hits PDIP legislators
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Illegal lotteries
Illegal lotteries From Republika Don't bother to fight drugs, prostitution and gambling in Bandung. Why? Because illegal lotteries (togel) are rampant in the region, even during the fasting month. No one can stop this form of illegal gambling. The Bandung regional administration and the police pretend not to know realize that togel is a form of gambling and hence illegal. The Indonesian Council of Ulemas and other religious institutions have yet to issue a ruling concerning togel.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Governor to legalize casinos?
Governor to legalize casinos? From Pikiran Rakyat In TVRI's April 12, 2002, roundup of newspaper editorials, Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso was reported to be intent on legalizing a casino in the Thousand Islands based on the argument that attempts to ban gambling had been ineffective. It makes me wonder why the governor, with his high level of education and intellectual capacity, has employed such simplistic logic in deciding on something that is prohibited by all religions.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
East Flood Canal to begin in June
East Flood Canal to begin in June JAKARTA: City public works head IGKG Suena said on Wednesday that the 23-kilometer-long East Flood Canal development would start on the city's 475th anniversary, which will fall on June 22. The agency has allocated Rp 12 billion for land acquisition and Rp 10 billion for the excavation work. Suena said as quoted by BeritaJakarta.com that there were two options for the project.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Man arrested in fake ID card scam
Man arrested in fake ID card scam BATAM, Riau: Acting on tips, Batam Police finally arrested on Wednesday a self-professed director of a company identified as J.H. and seized dozens of fake identity cards (KTP) from his house at the Griya Permai residential complex.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
E. Timor needs two more years of UN help, says Annan
E. Timor needs two more years of UN help, says Annan Agencies, United Nations/Wellington United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan recommended on Tuesday a scaled-back UN peacekeeping mission in East Timor for another two years after the territory becomes a nation on May 20, to assure its continued stability and security.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Megawati yet to decide on Dili trip
Megawati yet to decide on Dili trip Kurniawan Hari and Yemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Kupang People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) chairman Amien Rais said he would leave it to President Megawati Soekarnoputri to decide whether or not she would attend the official declaration of East Timor's independence in Dili on May 20. However, he urged Megawati to seriously consider her decision as the results of the 1999 United Nations-organized referendum were fraudulent.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Asian recovery, Afghan reconstruction to dominate ADB talks
Asian recovery, Afghan reconstruction to dominate ADB talks Agence France-Presse Manila Sustaining economic recovery with an assault on poverty in Asia and rebuilding war-ravaged Afghanistan are the main issues at an upcoming Asian Development Bank's meeting, the bank's chief said. Some 3,000 delegates will attend the 35th annual meeting of ADB's board of governors in Shanghai from May 10 to 12.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Irian Jaya Police to launch raid on stolen weapons, ammunitions
Irian Jaya Police to launch raid on stolen weapons, ammunitions R.K. Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura The Papua Police plan to launch raids on houses belonging to suspected rebels in the regency of Manokwari to search for three firearms and hundreds of rounds of ammunition that were seized from local security forces last year. The operation will be undertaken by a team of antiterrorist police later this month in Wasior subdistrict, Deputy Papua Police chief Brig. Gen.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Witness testifies that Tommy tried to bribe Syafiuddin
Witness testifies that Tommy tried to bribe Syafiuddin Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A widow of Supreme Court Justice M. Syafiuddin Kartasasmita, who was murdered allegedly upon the orders of Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra, told the court on Wednesday details of Tommy's attempt to bribe the deceased. Syafiuddin's second wife, Iwah Setyawati, told the Central Jakarta District Court that Tommy had offered Rp 200 million (US$ 21,300) to persuade Syafiudin to rule in his favor.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Most Asian currencies up late
Most Asian currencies up late Alan Yonan Jr., Singapore, Dow Jones Most Asian currencies strengthened modestly Wednesday, as many paying little heed to the dollar's rebound against the yen during the session. Only the South Korean won weakened as it succumbed to the yen's decline and amid foreign outflows from the local stock market. The won gave up some of its gains from a day earlier when the South Korean currency had hit a three-month high against the dollar.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Thursday, April 25, 2002
TV Program: Thursday, April 25, 2002 TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:30 Children's Program 9:00 Cooking Program 10:00 Documentary 11:00 Regional News 11:30 Music 12:00 p.m. News 1:00 Talk Show 3:00 News 3:30 Film 4:00 TV Drama 5:00 News 6:00 News 7:00 Talk Show 9:00 News 9:30 Music: Country Road 11:00 Talk Show TPI 5:30 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 7:00 Music 8:00 TV Drama 9:00 Indian Film 12:00 p.m.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
100 prostitutes arrested in Bogor
100 prostitutes arrested in Bogor BOGOR: About 100 alleged prostitutes were netted in a series of operations launched separately by the police and the local administration on Monday and Tuesday night following Saturday's attacks on a number of hotels and suspected brothels in Cipayung, part of the Puncak resort area. The police conducted the raids on street cafes located in the Parung area on Tuesday night, and arrested some 600 women who were suspected of being prostitutes.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
JFX eyes Antam as market maker for gold trading
JFX eyes Antam as market maker for gold trading The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta Futures Exchange (JFX) said it was eyeing state- owned gold mining company PT Aneka Tambang (Antam) to become its market maker for boosting gold trading at the country's flagging futures commodities market. JFX director JW Sudomo said Antam had agreed to join PT Pacific 2000 Futures as the bourse's current market marker for gold trading.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Hatta's centennial day in Padang
Hatta's centennial day in Padang JAKARTA: The 100th anniversary of the country's founding father and first vice president Mohammad Hatta will be observed in a special way, organizers said on Wednesday. Chairman of the event's organizing committee Adi Sasono said after meeting with Vice President Hamzah Haz that the celebration would be held on Aug. 12 in Bukittinggi, the birthplace of Hatta. Hamzah confirmed on Wednesday his presence in the celebration.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Former police chief blames superiors for East Timor debacle
Former police chief blames superiors for East Timor debacle Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A witness in the human rights trial into the East Timor mayhem said on Wednesday that top state officials in Jakarta should have been held accountable for the violence that ravaged the former Indonesian province in 1999. Brig. Gen.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Tanjung Lesung wants to invite neighbors to windsurfing event
Tanjung Lesung wants to invite neighbors to windsurfing event Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Tanjung After three consecutive years of competition involving local contenders, the Tanjung Lesung windsurfing committee is looking to reach out to neighboring countries to take part in the next edition of the event. "We will be seeking to invite surfers from other countries, such as Thailand and Singapore, to the tournament next year," said David Knowles, a committee official.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Alleged thief found dead
Alleged thief found dead A man who is believed to have stolen money from the charity box in the Sukasari Mosque in Sukasari subdistrict, Tangerang, was found dead on Tuesday evening, the victim of what police think was an incident of mob violence. Tangerang Police deputy chief of detectives, Insp. Kustanto, said the body of Sandir, 69, a resident of Kober village, Tanah Tinggi subdistrict, Tangerang, was discovered by the mosque keeper, Didi.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
RI, U.S. begin talks on defense and security
RI, U.S. begin talks on defense and security A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia began sensitive talks with the United States on Wednesday with hopes of a resumption of military ties between the two countries. Speaking after signing the terms of reference for the meeting, Minister of Defense Matori Abdul Djalil said that the talks were a major step toward laying a solid foundation for Jakarta's aim of an immediate resumption of military ties between the two countries.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Official charged with abusing Japanese aid
Official charged with abusing Japanese aid BANDARLAMPUNG, Lampung: Former head of the Lampung plantation office Tibrizi Asmarantaka was arrested after being accused of embezzling Rp 15.8 billion (US$1.6 million) from Japanese assistance funds connected to the Overseas Economic Cooperation project. Lampung Prosecutor's Office spokesman Zaidar Raepta said Tibrizi was arrested on Tuesday and would be in detention until May 12.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Halal' criteria not effective to block chicken legs import
'Halal' criteria not effective to block chicken legs import The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Plans to use the halal requirement to help block chicken leg imports particularly from the U.S. will not be effective, according to an executive of the Indonesian Food and Beverages Association (Gapmi). Thomas Darmawan said that with sophisticated technology, the U.S. poultry industry could easily meet the criteria.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
ICC, WACA to support cricket development in Indonesia
ICC, WACA to support cricket development in Indonesia Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia has secured strong support from the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Western Australian Cricket Council (WACA) to develop cricket here after Indonesian cricketers showed considerable achievement within the East Asia region. Indonesia finished second at the inaugural ICC East Asia Cricket Eights Festival, held from Feb. 25 through March 1 in Perth, Australia.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA: Indonesian diversified holding company PT Bimantara
JAKARTA: Indonesian diversified holding company PT Bimantara Citra said its net profit during the full year of 2001 rose 19 percent to Rp 341.66 billion from Rp 286.45 billion in 2000. The company attributed the increase in its net profit to the proceeds of the sale of a 45 percent stake in its telecommunications unit PT Elektrindo Nusantara valued at Rp 289.74 billion last year.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Veterans deserve help: President
Veterans deserve help: President JAKARTA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri called on the nation on Wednesday to help veterans and their families who are economically disadvantaged. Megawati said the veterans deserved assistance although they had never asked for it.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Three more arrested in hunt for bombers in southern Philippines
Three more arrested in hunt for bombers in southern Philippines Three more arrested in hunt for RP bombers Agence France-Presse General Santos, Philippines Police made three more arrests on Wednesday and seized explosives in their hunt for the perpetrators of deadly weekend bombings which killed 15 in this bustling southern city. The three Muslim men were nabbed in a pre-dawn raid on a house in General Santos where three bomb blasts on Sunday and Monday left 15 dead and wounded 60 others.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Arroyo vows to speed up legal process for Agus
Arroyo vows to speed up legal process for Agus The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Philippines President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo vowed on Tuesday to speed up the legal process of Indonesian Agus Dwikarna who remains in police detention in Manila for allegedly carrying bomb-making components. Arroyo made her promise during a meeting with Indonesian House of Representatives deputy speaker A.M.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Students urge probe into Makassar deaths
Students urge probe into Makassar deaths Jupriadi, The Jakarta Post, Makassar Thousands of students in the South Sulawesi capital of Makassar marched on Wednesday to commemorate the killing of three local students in a clash with security forces in 1996. The protesters were students from the Indonesian Islamic University (UMI), University of Makassar (UNM), Muhammadiyah University and the State Academy of Islamic Studies (IAIN) and they demanded the deaths be thoroughly investigated.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
No changes of deputies, says new IBRA chief
No changes of deputies, says new IBRA chief The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Chairman of the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) Syafruddin Temenggung said he would not replace his five deputies, but confirmed plans for adding two directors in an effort to expedite the agency's bank restructuring work. "There'll be no replacement of the deputies as I'll only speak of organizational structure.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Smita Notosusanto, crusader of constitutional change
Smita Notosusanto, crusader of constitutional change The fight for a new Indonesia, with a new constitution, will drag on for years, and possibly take more than 10 years, according to electoral reform activist Smita Notosusanto. Thus, campaigners for constitutional change like her need unusually strong stamina so that they can maintain their efforts despite the seemingly hopeless situation. "In the beginning, we supported the constitutional amendment process.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Lacking sensitivity
Lacking sensitivity From Warta Kota Some time ago the Jakarta administration was involved in a conflict over garbage-related problems in the city. The conflict has occurred as the city administration doesn't pay attention to the health and infrastructure problems facing the residents living near the Bantar Gebang dump in Bekasi. As a result the locals refused to let their area become a dumping site for the city's garbage.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Three more arrested in hunt for RP bombers
Three more arrested in hunt for RP bombers Agence France-Presse, General Santos, Philippines Police made three more arrests on Wednesday and seized explosives in their hunt for the perpetrators of deadly weekend bombings which killed 15 in this bustling southern city. The three Muslim men were nabbed in a pre-dawn raid on a house in General Santos where three bomb blasts on Sunday and Monday left 15 dead and wounded 60 others.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Competitive market reduces discrimination
Competitive market reduces discrimination Ari A. Perdana, Centre for Strategic and International Studies, Jakarta One issue in the labor market transformation is how much women gain from development. One indicator is the female Labor Force Participation Rate (LFPR). Indonesia's female LFPR, especially in the modern sector and in skilled jobs has increased markedly over the past 30 years. In the early 1970s, only 30 percent of the female working age population was in the labor market.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
The 'Post' turns 19
The 'Post' turns 19 The Jakarta Post marks its 19th year of continuous publication today, with no pomp or fanfare and, no doubt, the anniversary will almost go unnoticed by the public it strives to serve. Yet, in the 19 years since its first appearance on April 25, 1983, major developments have transpired and changes taken place, the importance of which this newspaper has striven to convey to the public, both in news reports and commentaries, as well as conditions and circumstances will allow.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Boxers, lifters set to go to Vietnam SEA Games
Boxers, lifters set to go to Vietnam SEA Games Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian boxing and weightlifting associations have both applauded the inclusion of the two sports in the 2003 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Vietnam, citing an accommodating approach on the part of the games organizing committee and the local authority. "I was happy to hear that boxing has finally been confirmed for the games.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
BI requires companies to report forex transactions
BI requires companies to report forex transactions The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia will now require companies to report their foreign exchange transactions with offshore parties to the central bank under a new ruling that tightens supervision of the country's foreign exchange traffic. In a statement, Bank Indonesia said the ruling applied to non- financial institutions, in an extension of the same requirement imposed on banks and financial institutions.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rahardi expected help from Akbar: Lawyer
Rahardi expected help from Akbar: Lawyer Yogita Tahilramani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Defendant Rahardi Ramelan had expected to receive some help from House of Representatives (DPR) Speaker Akbar Tandjung when the former chief of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) agreed to meet the Golkar chairman last October, Rahardi's lawyer said. Trimoelja D.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Local comic strips continue their search for self-identity
Local comic strips continue their search for self-identity Kartika Bagus C., The Jakarta Post, Surakarta Children, particularly in the cities, are generally fond of reading the Japanese comic strip Sinchan or about American hero Superman. Sinchan is about a smart, but naughty Japanese kid.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. Corrupt - 4x12
1. Corrupt - 4x12 Ali Wardhana attempts to clear himself in graft case 2. Health - 3x25 Gas emission campaign also aimed at officials 3. Poris - 1x30 Bus station development stalled
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bus station development stalled
Bus station development stalled Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang The construction of Poris Plawad integrated bus terminal in the Batu Ceper district of Tangerang municipality has not yet begun due to funding problems, a municipality official said. Harry Mulya Zein, the deputy chief of Tangerang's development control agency, said on Wednesday that they had to delay the project because the central government had not yet approved the budget plan for the construction.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Widow rocks court with raunchy testimony
Widow rocks court with raunchy testimony Instead of a sorrowful testimony from one of the grieving widows of the late Supreme Court justice M. Syafiuddin Kartasasmita, court observers were treated on Wednesday to an almost lewd glimpse of Iwah Setyawati and her slain husband's intimate life.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Pertamina to upgrade two lubricant plants
Pertamina to upgrade two lubricant plants Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned oil and gas company Pertamina said on Wednesday it planned to invest some US$30 million to upgrade two lubricant plants in the next two years in order to improve their efficiency. Pertamina's general manager for lubricant units Poernomo said that the two lubricant plants, located in Jakarta and Surabaya, needed upgrading because they were already too old and had high operating costs.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
TNI unveils reshuffle at key posts
TNI unveils reshuffle at key posts Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The latest reshuffle in the Indonesian Military (TNI) did not reflect the corps' commitment to regeneration, let alone reform, an expert said on Wednesday.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
SBI rate down to 16.61 percent
SBI rate down to 16.61 percent JP/16/Money JAKARTA: The weighted average interest rate on one-month SBI promissory notes fell, the central bank said Wednesday. The one-month SBI notes stood at 16.61 percent at the weekly auction Wednesday, compared with 16.64 percent at last week's auction, Bank Indonesia said. Bank Indonesia also said it accepted Rp 24.00 trillion (US$2.5 billion) in bids at the auction, or 73.1 percent of total bids.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Kopassus names Hotma lawyer
Kopassus names Hotma lawyer JAKARTA: The Army Special Force (Kopassus) has named Hotma Sitompul as the lawyer for three of its members now under investigation in connection with the killing of Papuan proindependence leader Theys Hiyo Eluay. Hotma told The Jakarta Post he began to provide legal advice for the Kopassus officers on Wednesday. He said he met with the officers at the Military Police detention center in Gambir area, Central Jakarta.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Gambling Localization
Gambling Localization From Media Indonesia News stories on the plan to localize gambling activities have recently been reported in the mass media. The Jakarta governor intends to legalize and localize gambling in the Thousand Islands. The regent of the Thousand islands, but only a handful of councillors, have welcomed the plan. Some entrepreneurs have already submitted their proposals to the governor for investing in and managing casinos.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Govt to introduce new curriculum in 2004
Govt to introduce new curriculum in 2004 The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is planning to introduce a new education curriculum in 2004, offering less subjects and giving more authority to schools, especially teachers, in determining subjects suited to local conditions.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
WEEKLY AGENDA
WEEKLY AGENDA * Poetry reading contest. Organized by Sanggar Purba Caraka and Bali's Udayana University's School of Letters. Grand final on April 27 for junior and high school students, university students and general participants. Contact the organizing committee, Jl. Pulau Nias 13, Denpasar. * Music festival. Boom, Festival Band Pelajar 2002, at Denpasar Art Center on May 2, for student bands from all over Indonesia.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Artists vie for 2002 ASEAN Arts Awards
Artists vie for 2002 ASEAN Arts Awards Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia will host the 2002 ASEAN Art Awards in Bali early next month as the culmination of national art competitions previously held in each of the 10 member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Corruptors should
Corruptors should be named and shamed From Rakyat Merdeka I was interested to read a news story about the Ciganjur cabinet, which was written by Adhie Massardhi, a former spokesman for then president Abdurrahman Wahid, or Gus Dur as he is familiarly known, which appeared in the Rakyat Merdeka daily published on April 15, 2002. He wrote that "We cannot deny that, as the most corrupt country in the world, we certainly have millions of corruptors.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
The cost of the crisis
The cost of the crisis Indonesia has been suffering from the economic crisis for the past five years. The government and private sector have been making all-out efforts to revive the economy, uphold supremacy of the law, and create stability. Vice President Hamzah Haz said these efforts to put the economy back on track are estimated at more than Rp 700 trillion.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Gas emission campaign also aimed at city officials
Gas emission campaign also aimed at city officials Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The fact that government officials and the public lack knowledge on the dangers of hazardous emission to their health has forced researchers to call for a double-edged campaign to cut gas emissions from vehicles.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
50% REI developers have folded since 1997
50% REI developers have folded since 1997 The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Developers Association (REI) said half of its 2,500 members had gone bankrupt since the 1997 economic crisis crushed the property sector with sagging demand and a plunging rupiah.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Japanese investors may target China, warns JETRO
Japanese investors may target China, warns JETRO Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) warned that more Japanese investors would shift their investment plans to China if the government here failed to improve the investment climate and provide tax incentives.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Balinese women fight for their rights
Balinese women fight for their rights Mas Rucitadewi, Writer, Denpasar, Bali Seventy-year-old Sagung Dewi looked at the two men sitting in front of her. One of the men was a kelian banjar, the head of a traditional village, and the other was her eldest nephew. The two men were talking about the family's inheritance. "Everything belongs to you.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali: Thursday, April 25, 2002
Where to go in Bali: Thursday, April 25, 2002 Exhibitions * Painting The Dance of Colours by Gun Gun, Discovery Kartika Plaza Hotel, Jl. Kartika Plaza, Tuban, Kuta, until April 27. * Painting Kartini 2002 to commemorate Kartini day, 15 female artists including Allison, Sri Haryani, Koni Herawati, Grace Condronimpuno, Kyoko Suzuki, AAA Oka, etc., at Bunga-Bunga Bali Artist Community, Jl. Kartika Kuta Center, until May 20. * Painting Wajah 3 Rupa, Gallery 9, Lod Tunduh, Ubud, until April 30.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
7,000 part-time teachers demand better conditions
7,000 part-time teachers demand better conditions Kasparman, The Jakarta Post, Padang Some 7,000 temporarily employed teachers in West Sumatra are threatening to go on strike in protest against the provincial administration's alleged discriminatory recruitment policy and its neglect of their conditions of service. The threat was made at a second demonstration late on Tuesday afternoon by at least 100 temporarily employed teachers at the Padang mayoralty office.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: RI, U.S. begin talks on defense, security 2
* Headlines: RI, U.S. begin talks on defense, security 2 * National: Arroyo vows to speed up legal process for Agus4 * Archipelago: Part-time teachers demand better conditions 5 * Opinion : Competitive market economy reduces discrimination 6 * City: Ali Wardhana attempts to clear himself in graft case8 * Sports : Magic knot series, Jazz steal Kings' homecourt9 * World : Israel aims to hide Jenin crimes: Palestinians 12 * Business: BI requires companies to report forex deals13 * Features:...
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Amien backs adoption of new constitution
Amien backs adoption of new constitution Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Speaker Amien Rais supported on Wednesday public calls for the establishment of an independent commission in charge of drafting a new constitution, saying that the existing Constitution was in need of total overhaul.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rebels in the MPR
Rebels in the MPR Rebel is the right name for those lawmakers in both the executive and legislature who refuse to declare their wealth. Due to their rebellion, they may be said not to care about the reform agenda that must be upheld, namely the eradication of corruption, collusion and nepotism. Why should they be called rebels? Although it is clearly stated that the law obliges all state executives to report their wealth, there are still some of them who do not want to so.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Passing on debt to the next generation
Passing on debt to the next generation Bahtiar Arif, Center for Indonesian Reform, Jakarta The economic team led by the Coordinating Minister for the Economy has successfully convinced creditors grouped in the Paris Club to reschedule Indonesian debts of US$5.5 billion. These debts will be rescheduled to more than 20 years. This means that the government will not begin repaying the debt until at least 2004, and the 2003 and 2004 budgets can be used to fund some development programs.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rio Helmi, a true seeker of meaning in life
Rio Helmi, a true seeker of meaning in life I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali Rio Helmi was busy tying his shoelaces when he sensed a strong wind sweeping across him, looked up and saw His Holiness the Dalai Lama standing in front of him, closely examining his face, his kneeling position and his untied shoelaces before exploding into a seemingly never-ending boisterous laughter.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Maluku tense but quiet on eve of RMS anniversary
Maluku tense but quiet on eve of RMS anniversary Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite the fears of unrest on the eve of the South Maluku Republic's (RMS) secessionist anniversary on April 25, war-torn Maluku, particularly the provincial capital of Ambon, was reportedly calm on Wednesday after an apparent brawl resulted in one death and serious injuries to three security personnel in Masohi, Central Maluku Regency on Tuesday.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. Ari --
1. Ari -- 2 x 22 48 pt Bodoni Competitive market economy reduces discrimination Ari A. Perdana Centre for Strategic and International Studies Jakarta 2. Bahtiar -- Govt must relieve debt burden on future generations 1 x 32 36pt Bodoni Passing on debt to the next generation or Govt hands children a $5.5b debt to pay Bahtiar Arif Center for Indonesian Reform Jakarta 3.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Government calls for new election in North Maluku
Government calls for new election in North Maluku Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The uncertainty surrounding the North Maluku governorship is continuing as the central government wants another gubernatorial election to be held by the legislative council (DPRD) after branding the previous one as unlawful.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Sex scandal hits PDI-P legislators
Sex scandal hits PDI-P legislators Oyos Saroso HN, The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung Two Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) legislators from the South Lampung legislative council have been under threat of recall after they were allegedly caught red-handed having sex with two women in a hotel in the regency.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Press and gambling
Press and gambling From Warta Kota Most mass media outlets have carried reports on plans to legalize gambling in the Thousands Islands. This plan is indeed good as an idea. If gambling was legalized and localized, the regional administration would have money coming into its coffers. Some parties, however, are against the idea, arguing that gambling is against religious teachings.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Internal rift within beleaguered PPP widens
Internal rift within beleaguered PPP widens Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The internal rift within the beleaguered United Development Party (PPP), mainly between the veterans and the newcomers, is widening as evidenced by fresh demands from the party's youth wing to move its congress up to 2003.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
RI, UK to curb illegal logging
RI, UK to curb illegal logging The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United Kingdom to help curb rampant illegal logging in Indonesia. The MoU was signed by Minister of Forestry M. Prakosa during a visit to London last week. Prakosa said on Wednesday that under the agreement, the two countries would cooperate in developing and implementing a verification system to detect and identify the legality of logs and wood products.
Thu, 25 Apr 2002, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX .rm .pl Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on April 24, 2002: -------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 250 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 1,275 0 0 Adindo Foresta 60 -5 79,000 AGIS Tbk 135 -5 1,105,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 305 0 0 Alakasa 175 0 0 Alfa Retailindo 850 0 1,303,500 Alter Abadi Tbk 40 0 0 Alumindo Light 650 0 0 Andhi...