Archive: 25 July 2002
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Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Anton top seed at Nias surf contest
Anton top seed at Nias surf contest Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan National hopeful Anton Dakhi has been named the top seed at the Ya'ahowu International Surfing Contest, which will start on Friday in Nias, North Sumatra. Governor Rizal Nurdin is scheduled to officially commence the three-day tournament, which is being staged at Sorake Lagundri. A total of Rp 60 million in cash prizes will be up for grabs.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23, 2002
For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23, 2002 Main story Ready to welcome investors, buyers and tourists Regional autonomy, introduced to the country two years ago, has waken up most regency administrations from their long sleeps. Bantul regency, one of several regencies in the Special Province of Yogyakarta, is no exception. Regional autonomy and political reform have colored many aspects of people's lives in Bantul.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Swallow breeders seek help
Swallow breeders seek help BOGOR: About 73 people who make a living from raising swallows in Bogor regency have called for the administration to help them develop the business. Ela, one of the businessmen from Leuwi Karet, Klapa Nunggal district, said they deserved assistance, especially after the administration's planned tax imposition. He said he had harvested swallow nests on 10 occasions and sold them for between Rp 3 million and 4 million per kilogram to a buyer in Jakarta.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Death toll from Padang riot rises
Death toll from Padang riot rises The Jakarta Post, Muhammad Nafik, Jakarta The death toll from a riot in the West Sumatra town of Tanah Datar rose to two on Wednesday as tension remained high there, with more police personnel deployed to the scene. Spokesman for the West Sumatra Police Adj. Sr. Comr. L. Simalango said 20 platoons of police Mobile Brigade (Brimob) were dispatched to help restore security after the unrest.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 24, 2002: -------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 270 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 900 -150 161,500 Adindo Foresta 40 0 0 AGIS Tbk 100 0 615,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 365 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 185 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 700 0 349,500 Alter Abadi Tbk 35 -20 25,000 Alumindo Light 500 0...
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Tommy to testify at Tangerang District Court
Tommy to testify at Tangerang District Court Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang Former President Soeharto's youngest son Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra is scheduled next week to testify at the Tangerang District Court in the trial of three people accused of harboring him during his escape. "Tommy is a key witness in the trial. I must present him to testify before the court," prosecutor Puji Rahardjo told The Jakarta Post outside the courtroom on Wednesday.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Banknote quality information
Banknote quality information From Kompas With reference to a letter (in the July 8 edition) titled Circular from Bank Indonesia, it is hereby clarified that Bank Indonesia has never published announcements, circulars and the like that declare rupiah banknotes of certain serial numbers to be counterfeit money. In their first issue, part of the Rp 100,000 banknotes of AA and AB series have inferior printing quality, but they are not forged bills.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
UNDP report finds Indonesia more democratic but nothing else
UNDP report finds Indonesia more democratic but nothing else The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The political reforms that Indonesia has introduced since 1998 have been duly noted by the United Nations, but these have done little to improve the country's international standing in human development progress.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Morality not for sale
Morality not for sale The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) will be busy selling loan assets under its management this week. Top leaders of the agency have proudly expressed their conviction that they can recover at least 25 percent of the full value of these loans. This is actually saddening as there is a strong indication that those interested in purchasing the loans are the debtors themselves.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Minor earthquake shakes Bali
Minor earthquake shakes Bali DENPASAR, Bali: An earthquake measuring 4.7 on the Richter scale jolted Bali and the Nusa Tenggara region at 11:05 a.m. local time on Wednesday, a report said. The epicenter was located in the Indian ocean, about 180 kilometers south of Sumbawa Island with a depth of 100 kilometers, said Budi Sumarso of the Meteorology and Geophysics Agency, Antara reported. There were no reports of fatalities or damage. Budi said that aftershocks could still be felt until 11:50 a.m.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Drought leaves rice belt facing harvest failure
Drought leaves rice belt facing harvest failure Moch. N. Kurniawan and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Indramayu, West Java Defying warnings from officials of an extended dry season, many farmers in Indramayu regency, West Java grow rice mostly because they have no other option. Officials from local agriculture and irrigation agencies told The Jakarta Post recently that they had continuously alerted the farmers since early this year of possible water shortages.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
For Advertorial July 26
For Advertorial July 26 Company: Kaltim Prima Coal Writer : Rikza Abdullah KPC strengthens basis for coal mining operation PT Kaltim Prima Coal (KPC) is strengthening the basis for operation of its huge coal mine in Sangatta, East Kalimantan, by improving efficiency and productivity, as well as by intensifying its community development programs aimed at promoting the self- reliance of the local people in the long run.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Mega hopes athletes win 15 golds at Asian Games
Mega hopes athletes win 15 golds at Asian Games Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri met national athletes preparing for the 2002 Asian Games on Wednesday and left them wondering whether she was serious when she said she wanted 15 gold medals brought back from Busan. Indonesia brought home six gold medals to finish in 11th place out of 42 Asian countries competing in Bangkok four years ago.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
FOR FOCUS ISSUE JULY 21
FOR FOCUS ISSUE JULY 21 ;JP;HEN; ANPAc..r.. Consultation-HR-focus Grace Emilia Contributor Jakarta More firms turn to professionals to improve their HR Consulting businesses in Indonesia have been growing rapidly during the past decade as more and more companies turn to their services to help them survive and grow in a fast-changing market.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Megawati does not care about July 27 tragedy"
'Megawati does not care about July 27 tragedy" Five people were killed, 23 went missing and 149 were injured following the attack on the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) headquarters here on July 27, 1996. The legal process to seek justice for the victims was never followed through. Now, Megawati Soekarnoputri, chairwoman of PDI Perjuangan, has nominated Governor Sutiyoso for another term as governor despite the fact that he was named a suspect in the tragedy.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, July 25, 2002
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, July 25, 2002 Exhibitions * Photo Indonesie 1949 by Henri Cartier-Bresson, Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA), Jl. Pengosekan - Ubud, Gianyar, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Aug. 3. * Painting Dialogue of the Heart by I Wayan Sujana Suklu, Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort Bali, Jimbaran Bay (Tel. 0361 701010), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Aug. 2. Museums and Galleries * Blue Moon Gallery, Jl. Tirta Tawar, Banjar Kutuh Kaja, Ubud (Tel. 0361 976727), daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
JP/6/OTHER3
JP/6/OTHER3 Clamor from KADIN chairman Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) Aburizal Bakrie called on the Annual Session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) to discuss economic recovery. Among the Asian nations hit by the economic crisis, Indonesia is the only one that has yet to recover. Malaysia, South Korea and Thailand recovered early. How did they do it? Because they were able to solve their political problems.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Indosat seeking options to raise $260m
Indosat seeking options to raise $260m The Jakarta Post Jakarta State-owned international call operator PT Indosat said it was mulling several options to raise around US$260 million to strengthen its capital and refinance its debts to Bank Mandiri. Indosat president director Widya Purnama was quoted by the media on Tuesday as saying that it needed to find the new source of funds no later than this year. The publicly listed company owes Rp 1.5 trillion to Bank Mandiri.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Riau Islands still have long wait: Hari
Riau Islands still have long wait: Hari Debbie A. Lubis, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Home Affairs Hari Sabarno said on Wednesday that establishment of the Riau Islands province had been postponed because the bill needed further revision to help develop the Riau Islands regency into a new province. "We do not reject the idea but there are some steps and requirements for the regency to be converted into an autonomous and definitive province.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Advertorial: PT Aneka Tambang
Advertorial: PT Aneka Tambang Publication: July 26 - Friday Antam's ongoing commitment to conduct profitable business the right way The recent string of financial scandals in the United States has clearly taught a valuable lesson to every company throughout the world on the importance of good corporate governance. Market valuations are plummeting as investors are thinking twice before assuming companies are free of corruption and distribute honest financial accounts.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
MPR adds another website
MPR adds another website JAKARTA: The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) launched another website on Wednesday to provide the public with more information on the activities of the Assembly. The launching ceremony was marked with a discussion on the role of the internet in the process of democratization. One of the key speeches was delivered by deputy Assembly speaker from the Indonesian Military (TNI)/National Police faction Lt. Gen.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
New deal sought with Malaysia on migrant workers overseas
New deal sought with Malaysia on migrant workers overseas Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government will propose to the Malaysian government a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) allowing Indonesians deported for working illegally in Malaysia, to reenter that country and work legally after being trained in Indonesia.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Three Manulife judges may be indicted for bribery
Three Manulife judges may be indicted for bribery Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Adding to the shame of the Indonesian judiciary, the three judges who handled the controversial Manulife case may have been bribed, and the police will be called in to investigate the case, the justice minister said. Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra said on Tuesday there was a possibility that the three judges would be declared as suspects in a bribery case.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Kopassus member killed in Aceh
Kopassus member killed in Aceh BANDA ACEH, Aceh: The continuing violence in Aceh has claimed the life of a soldier, who was shot dead by rebels in West Aceh on Wednesday. The local military spokesman, Maj. Zaenal Muttaqin, said First Sgt. I Made Sukarna of the Army's Special Force (Kopassus) was killed while looking into a communications blackout in Padang Klieng village, which was caused by a cut telephone line. Sukarna went to the village on foot, along with Pvt. Khairuddin.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Three Manulife judges may be indicted for bribery 2
* Headlines: Three Manulife judges may be indicted for bribery 2 * National: TNI/Police faction awaits directive on amendment 4 * Archipelago: Govt washes its hands of dispute on mayor removal 5 * City: Sutiyoso criticized for failing to apologize 8 * Opinion: Most Indonesian politicians loath to read 7 * Sports: U.S.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian people-smuggler jailed for six years
Indonesian people-smuggler jailed for six years The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The frail 81-year-old Indonesian captain of an unseaworthy vessel which carried more than 150 asylum seekers to Australia last year has been jailed for six years, a report said on Wednesday. Madi Lena Samsudin must spend at least three years behind bars in Australia before being eligible for parole, AFP quoted the Perth-based West Australian daily as saying.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bali Arts Festival leaves unresolved issues
Bali Arts Festival leaves unresolved issues I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The party is over, and there are still a number of dirty glasses in the kitchen sink that need to be cleaned. This is precisely the case with the 24th Bali Arts Festival that closed last Saturday.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Senior PDI Perjuangan members doubt party's chance of winning 2004 election
Senior PDI Perjuangan members doubt party's chance of winning 2004 election The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With public criticism mounting and defections in the country's ruling Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), senior party members have warned that the party might face a sharp slide in support in the 2004 general election. Wavering public support and internal cracks are undermining the party's chances of winning the election again, they warned.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Women, democracy vital to human development: Scholars
Women, democracy vital to human development: Scholars Muhammad Nafik The Jakarta Post Jakarta Indonesia should nurture its democracy among its fragmented political elite and give women a wider role in the national decision-making process in a bid to improve public welfare and political freedom, scholars have said.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Laksamana: Coach lowers dignity
Laksamana: Coach lowers dignity From Gatra I was disappointed to read a statement by State Minister of State Enterprises Laksamana Sukardi, as reported in Gatra on July 13, 2002 (Special Report). Laksamana has lowered his own dignity and that of the state- owned enterprises. He equated a state-owned enterprise with a soccer team. In soccer, however, the coach may change the players without calculating any socio-political costs of his action.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
TNI/Police faction awaits directive on amendment
TNI/Police faction awaits directive on amendment Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Military (TNI)/Police faction in the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) is waiting for directions from TNI Headquarters before deciding its stance on the proposed second round of presidential elections and the composition of the Assembly, a report says. Assembly deputy speaker from the military/police faction Lt. Gen.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Asia moving to democracy, but needs to do more: UN
Asia moving to democracy, but needs to do more: UN Yoko Kobayashi, Reuters, Manila Asia has made tremendous progress in promoting political freedom in the last few decades but more can be done, such as giving women key roles in government, the United Nations said. The U.N.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Advertorial: PT Aneka Tambang
Advertorial: PT Aneka Tambang Publication: July 26 - Friday Antam's ongoing commitment to conduct profitable business the right way The recent string of financial scandals in the United States has clearly taught a valuable lesson to every company throughout the world on the importance of good corporate governance. Market valuations are plummeting as investors are thinking twice before assuming companies are free of corruption and distribute honest financial accounts.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Powell to visit Southeast Asia amid reduce human rights focus
Powell to visit Southeast Asia amid reduce human rights focus Marvin Ott, Professor, National Security Policy National War College, Washington, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Kuala Lumpur U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell will be visiting Southeast Asia at the end of the month at a time of flux for American policy. For over a quarter of a century, the region has been a kind of stepchild in U.S. strategy, not ignored but always on the periphery.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
UN report finds RI more democratic but nothing else
UN report finds RI more democratic but nothing else The Jakarta Post Jakarta The political reforms that Indonesia has introduced since 1998 have been duly noted by the United Nations, but these have done little to improve the country's international standing in human development progress.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Three injured in Trisakti brawl
Three injured in Trisakti brawl JAKARTA: Three students were injured and six cars were damaged following a three-hour student brawl at Trisakti University in West Jakarta on Wednesday. "Revenge is the reason most likely behind the incident," Hasiyani, the university spokeswoman, said, adding that last Friday, other students were also involved in fighting. Wednesday's brawl between students from the School of Engineering and the School of Mineral Technology, started at 11 a.m. and went until 2 p.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia seeks 'code of conduct' for Spratlys islands
Malaysia seeks 'code of conduct' for Spratlys islands Reuters, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia is pushing Southeast Asian nations with territorial claims over the disputed Spratly islands to sign a "code-of- conduct" over the use of the area, a government official said on Wednesday. The archipelago, a collection of around 100 submerged banks, reefs and tiny islets in the South China Sea, is claimed all or in part by China, Taiwan, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia and Vietnam.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia ready to export gas to Malaysia
Indonesia ready to export gas to Malaysia A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned oil and gas company Pertamina and its American production-sharing contractor Conoco Indonesia Inc. are set to start sending natural gas to Malaysia from the West Natuna area in the South China Sea area in August. It will be Indonesia's first gas export to Malaysia, which will be transported through an undersea pipeline.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23
For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23 Parangtritis Beach remains prime tourist spot Bantul regency has quite a number of tourist attractions, with the most well-know destination being Parangtritis Beach, some 29 kilometers to the south of Yogyakarta. Parangtritis is a major contributor to the regency's revenue and also contributes to the income of residents in its vicinity. In 2001 more than 1.5 million local and foreign tourists visited the area.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
A trip back in time with ancient manuscripts
A trip back in time with ancient manuscripts Moch. N. Kurniawan and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Singaraja, Bali The hot sun was about to set in the horizon while a mild breeze swept Gedong Kitrya at the former palace complex of the northern Balinese kingdom of Buleleng as if chanting a lullaby to the huge collection of lontar, palm leaf manuscripts housed in this quaint building.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Watch out maneuvers beyond MPR annual session
Watch out maneuvers beyond MPR annual session The ongoing backroom political dealing has one end goal: The cancellation of all amendments to the 1945 Constitution which will lead the country right back to authoritarianism, noted lawyer Todung Mulya Lubis of the Center for Electoral Reform (Cetro) said during an interview with The Jakarta Post's Ati Nurbaiti.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Government washes its hands of dispute to remove mayor
Government washes its hands of dispute to remove mayor Debbie A. Lubis and Ainur R. Sophiaan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Surabaya Instead of offering mediation, the central government sent a clear message on Wednesday that it was washing its hands of the controversial dismissal of Surabaya mayor Bambang Dwi Nugroho by local councillors.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Getting up close with dolphins at Lovina
Getting up close with dolphins at Lovina Moch. N. Kurniawan and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Lovina, Bali It was 5 a.m. at Lovina Beach, Buleleng, north Bali, and it was still cold, the wind making it chilly enough to sleep under a warm blanket. The sun had not yet arisen but there was already a crowd of people waiting on the beach near dozens of small wooden boats.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
U.S. embargo expected to be lifted soon
U.S. embargo expected to be lifted soon JAKARTA: The Indonesian government expects the U.S. military embargo against the country to be lifted soon, Indonesian Foreign Affairs Minister Hassan Wirayuda said on Wednesday. Hassan said the possibility of the revocation of the military embargo was hinted at during a recent conversation between U.S. President George W. Bush and Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Politicians must retrospect
Politicians must retrospect From Forum Keadilan The Spirit of Revolution's Flame, a history book, gives a really clear description of the character traits of our national politicians at the inception stage of our independence. Regardless of their ideological or religious persuasion, they fought hard in the public's interest and stayed away from sectarianism because they were after national unity. Agus Salim, Moh.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
East Timor, new member at WB and IMF
East Timor, new member at WB and IMF WASHINGTON: The Democratic Republic of East Timor Tuesday became the 184th member of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank at a ceremony in Washington. The rapid approval of East Timor's entry to the international institutions was "thanks to the assistance that we have been receiving from IMF and World Bank since 1999 September until independence day," said Mari Alkatiri, East Timor's Prime Minister.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
FOR GENERAL ISSUE - JULY 26
FOR GENERAL ISSUE - JULY 26 ;JP;HEN; ANPAf..r.. Coal-industry-outlook Rikza Abdullah Contributor Jakarta Coal industry grows robustly but still lacks fresh investment Indonesia is enjoying robust growth in its coal industry but it needs to be aware of the signals threatening its future development due to a possible stagnation in new investments.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Most Indonesian politicians loath to read
Most Indonesian politicians loath to read Solita Sarwono, Psychologist, Wasenaar, The Netherlands One of the most significant changes brought by the "reform" period is the increase of freedom of speech. The government has become the prime target of various kinds of criticism coming from experts, students, women's groups and many others. Daily newspapers and weekly magazines frequently publish critical analyses on the country's situation.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Civil democracy not working, hurts people
Civil democracy not working, hurts people Why do we keep talking about the less than harmonious relations between the provincial administrators and provincial legislative councils (DPRD)? Because the people have become the direct victims. Just imagine. How can the leaders of provincial administrations and DPRDs focus their attention on serving the people when they are so often involved in petty squabbling, only defending their own narrow points of view or vested interests.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Religious figures oppose bid to include sharia in Constitution
Religious figures oppose bid to include sharia in Constitution Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In an attempt to prevent national disintegration, religious figures expressed their commitment on Wednesday to oppose the demand to insert a phrase on the implementation of sharia (Islamic Law) into the 1945 Constitution.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Susanto wins as Stefanova pulls clear
Susanto wins as Stefanova pulls clear The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Susanto Megaranto, the only junior competing at the Wismilak International Chess Tournament, was the surprise winner in the fourth round of competition in Surabaya, East Java, on Wednesday. Susanto, whose rating is 2364, stunned International Master (IM) Enrique Paciencia of the Philippines, who boasts a better rating of 2483. The Indonesian 15-year-old stopped his opponent after 52 moves in a Spanish game.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23
For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23 Home to export-oriented handicraft products There are several outstanding industrial centers in Bantul regency, particularly in small-scale undertakings and popular handicrafts. For example, the earthenware and ceramics centers in Kasongan and Pundong, leather goods in Manding, wood carving and wood batik in Pajangan, and batik in Imogiri and Pandak. Wooden furniture, meanwhile, is made and sold in virtually every village.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Govt urged to purge judicial corruption
Govt urged to purge judicial corruption Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A visiting United Nations investigator on judiciary independence concluded his mission on Wednesday, expressing concerns over widespread corruption in courts and urging the government to make purging this "menace" its highest priority. UN special rapporteur Dato Prama Cumaraswamy said the immediate concerns were allegations of widespread corruption in the judiciary.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
The foibles and follies of the July 27 investigation
The foibles and follies of the July 27 investigation Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Justice has yet to be served nearly six years after the bloody attack on the then Indonesia Democratic Party (PDI) headquarters at Jl. Diponegoro 58, Menteng, Central Jakarta on July 27, 1996, in which five people died, 149 were injured and 23 others went missing. Lawyer R.O.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
10,000 doctors to be sent nationwide
10,000 doctors to be sent nationwide JAKARTA: Minister of Health Achmad Suyudi said on Wednesday that the government planned to deploy 10,000 doctors at community health centers across the country next year. "The doctors will become civil servants, and we will prioritize those who have completed the temporary work program (PTT)," he said. Suyudi hinted that the plan had won the support of the Ministry of Social Welfare and the Office of the State Minister of Administrative Reforms.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
MPR prepares decree on economic recovery
MPR prepares decree on economic recovery Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) has outlined a draft decree that will provide the government with guidelines and recommendations to speed up the economic recovery. By means of the decree, the Assembly expects that the government will focus on efforts to create legal and security assurances to encourage investment.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
S'pore, RI hold joint aviation exercise
S'pore, RI hold joint aviation exercise SINGAPORE: Singapore and Indonesian search and rescue agencies held a one-day exercise on Wednesday aimed at boosting bilateral cooperation, authorities said. The exercise was aimed at testing the readiness of the two countries in "responding jointly to an aircraft in distress," the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) said in a statement.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Floods push death toll to 175 in S. Asia: Monsoon rains sent
Floods push death toll to 175 in S. Asia: Monsoon rains sent swollen rivers surging through their banks Wednesday, flooding thousands of villages in Bangladesh, Nepal and India and triggering deadly mudslides. More than 2 million were displaced in Bangladesh, and the death toll for the region rose to 175. -- AP Arroyo appoints new foreign secretary: Opposition Sen.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Minister plans to exploit RI waters
Minister plans to exploit RI waters KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Affairs Rokhmin Dahuri and five state universities will discuss ideas to further develop the vast potential of Indonesia's marine resources during a national discussion hosted by Haluoleo University in Kendari on Friday.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Riverbank reforestation to cost Rp 1.8t
Riverbank reforestation to cost Rp 1.8t MEDAN, North Sumatra: Most of North Sumatra's 1.9 million hectares of riverbank areas are in a critical condition and it will cost a whopping Rp 1.8 trillion (US$204 million) to reforest them.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Artists portray Jakarta chaos as 'inferno'
Artists portray Jakarta chaos as 'inferno' Yusuf Susilo Hartono, Contributor, Jakarta In the past week, the Jakarta Cultural Center, Taman Ismail Marzuki, has housed a very big rat as tall as the roof of a two- story building. It is the paper rat mascot of the Metropolitan II fine art exhibition being put on by the Metromini group at Galeri Cipta II. Please don't mistake the members of this fine art group as Jakarta Metromini bus drivers, drivers so notorious for their reckless driving.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Edited by Adrian 3:30pm
Edited by Adrian 3:30pm For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23 Story #4 Pandansimo harbour, a lucrative long-term investment Bright prospects for Pandansimo harbor For years, Pandansimo beach, located on the northern part of Bantul regency and nudging the estuary of Progo river, has been a famous religious resort. On certain Tuesdays and Fridays, thousands of devotees pray at various locations previously used for meditation by Yogyakarta's former king, Sri Sultan HB VII.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
IBRA loan asset sale program falls short of target
IBRA loan asset sale program falls short of target Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) said on Wednesday it had secured at least Rp 17.75 trillion (US$2.4 billion) in proceeds from a sale of loan assets with a face value of Rp 145 trillion. IBRA deputy chairman Sumantri Slamet said only Rp 52.2 trillion in assets had attracted bidding prices above floor prices set by the agency.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. LPJ: 50 pt, 5 cols, 2 x 34
1. LPJ: 50 pt, 5 cols, 2 x 34 Factions criticize Sutiyoso for failing to apologize 2. TOMMY: 40 pt, 2 cols, 3 x 16 Tommy to testify at Tangerang District Court 3. TRAIN: 36 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 28 Passengers complain of surge in train crime 4. SPEAKUP: 36 pt, 2 cols, 2 x 25 'Megawati does not care about July 27 tragedy'
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
for focus issue -- business consultancy --- July 21
for focus issue -- business consultancy --- July 21 ;JP;HEN; ANPAc..r.. Consulting-crisis-orders Crisis: Real boon for foreign consultants Hendarsyah Tarmizi The Jakarta Post Jakarta It has been more than four years since the financial crisis started to hit the country in late 1997, but for many companies the crisis is not yet over. They are still struggling to survive. This, however, is not the case with consulting companies.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
KPPU in court battle over Indomobil case
KPPU in court battle over Indomobil case Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU) said it would appeal to the Supreme Court over a recent ruling by the State Administrative Court that effectively annulled KPPU's sanctions against PT Trimegah Securities over the high-profile Indomobil scandal. KPPU executive director M.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Advertorial: PT Aneka Tambang
Advertorial: PT Aneka Tambang Publication: July 26 - Friday Aneka goes out of its way to boost investor confidence The recent string of financial scandals in the United States has clearly taught a valuable lesson to every company throughout the world on the importance of good corporate governance. The scandal has been a big surprise to many people as it has occurred in a country that has a long tradition of transparency and honesty, as far as corporate management is concerned.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Regions demand role in oil, gas body
Regions demand role in oil, gas body Fitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Oil and gas producing regencies are demanding a role in the new oil and gas Implementing Body (Balak) to help preserve the interests of the regions. Drajat Hadiwijoyo, management director of the Consultation Forum of Oil and Gas Producing Regions (FKDPM), said the regions had the right to supervise oil and gas activities.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN to back U.S. war on terror with new pact
ASEAN to back U.S. war on terror with new pact Reuters, Kuala Lumpur Southeast Asian nations will sign a declaration next week to share financial and immigration intelligence with the United States in support of the U.S.-led war on terror, a Malaysian official said on Wednesday. The 10 member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will adopt the proposed anti-terror declaration during a regional security forum to be attended by U.S.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates July 24
Rupiah Rates July 24 JP/13/Conver Rupiah Rates July 24 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Passengers complain of surge in train crimes
Passengers complain of surge in train crimes Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Commuter train passengers have complained about the high frequency of robberies on trains, demanding the management of the railway stations, PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI), take serious action against such crimes.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bekasi to build new bus terminal
Bekasi to build new bus terminal BEKASI: Bekasi councillors say they are considering a 50- hectare site in Mustikasari village as the location for a new bus terminal to replace the Bekasi Bus Terminal. Council Commission D Chairman Muchtar Muhammad said on Tuesday that compared with the two other recommended sites -- Bojong Menteng and Pengasinan villages -- Mustikasari was closest to both the east and west toll gates.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Women, democracy vital to human development
Women, democracy vital to human development Muhammad Nafik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia should nurture its democracy among its fragmented political elite and give women a wider role in the national decision-making process in a bid to improve public welfare and political freedom, scholars have said.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
ADVERTORIAL : GOLF HOUSE --Mizuno
ADVERTORIAL : GOLF HOUSE --Mizuno Writer : Mustofid Publication : July 28 300S II: The best weapon in 2002 Mizuno, the world's best club maker, is traditionally associated with world-class golf stars like Tiger Woods. This renowned brand brings to mind images of world-class competitions, athletes, professional models and serious performance.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Adrian edited this around 2:45pm
Adrian edited this around 2:45pm For REGENCY PROFILE/July 23 Placed in box Investment opportunities abound in Bantul The Bantul regency offers many promising investment opportunities, such as hotels, restaurants and other tourist facilities. From the prepared master plan, investors can select areas projected for each land use, such as farming, tourism, housing, industry, trade and services.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rockets to begin tricky negotiations over Yao Ming
Rockets to begin tricky negotiations over Yao Ming Robert J. Saiget, Agence France-Presse, Beijing The Houston Rockets's top negotiator Michael Goldberg is due in Shanghai this week to begin complex talks on signing NBA top draft pick Yao Ming, amid rampant talk the giant center's U.S. future is in jeopardy, officials and insiders said Wednesday. "Mr. Goldberg is due in Shanghai tomorrow (Thursday)," Li Yaomin, general manager of Yao's team the Shanghai Sharks, told AFP.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Independent but corrupt court
Independent but corrupt court What do Manulife, the parents of four dead Trisakti University students, hundreds of thousands of East Timorese and hundreds of thousands of Acehnese have in common? They have all been fighting to obtain justice from the Indonesian judiciary. Are they ever going to get it? No, or rather, it depends.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Anticorruption fight no knockout
Anticorruption fight no knockout BANDUNG: The fight against corruption launched by provincial prosecutors in West Java 12 months ago has recovered Rp 230 million of an estimated Rp 117 billion in state losses resulting from the crime, according to a prosecutor. Provincial chief prosecutor Sudhono Iswahyudi said recently that over the last 12 months his office had completed the dossiers of 82 of 123 suspects. Trials are currently underway for 43 of these suspects.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Asia moving to democracy, but needs to do more - UN
Asia moving to democracy, but needs to do more - UN Yoko Kobayashi Reuters Manila Asia has made tremendous progress in promoting political freedom in the last few decades but more can be done, such as giving women key roles in government, the United Nations said. The U.N.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Spotlight
Spotlight Photo: Borobudur THE CHAIR DANCE: A number of children take part in a fun game during the annual Secretaries Gathering, which this year had the theme "Sports Competitions and Lunch". The successful event, which was attended by key accounts' secretaries and their families, was hosted by the Hotel Borobudur on July 13 at the hotel's Singosari Mini-Soccer Field.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Prosecutors demand minimum sentence for Akbar
Prosecutors demand minimum sentence for Akbar Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With merely circumstantial evidence in hand, prosecutors in the corruption trial of House Speaker Akbar Tandjung demanded on Wednesday a four-year jail term for the defendant for masterminding the scandal.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Local agricultural business growing in Mimika
Local agricultural business growing in Mimika Yosias Magai and his wife are feeding their ducks in their fenced backyard when someone wanting something from their small shop in front of their house calls out. Yosias asks his wife to attend to their customer. Magai, often called Yos by close friends, is one of a growing number of Papuans who are venturing into small and medium sized businesses in Mimika district, particularly in the livestock breeding and agricultural sectors.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
For Advertorial July 26
For Advertorial July 26 Company: Kaltim Prima Coal Writer : Rikza Abdullah KPC strengthens basis for coal mining operation PT Kaltim Prima Coal (KPC) is strengthening the basis for operation of its huge coal mine in Sangatta, East Kalimantan, by improving efficiency and productivity, as well as by intensifying its community development programs aimed at promoting the self- reliance of the local people in the long run.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Insecure Parking at Carrefour
Insecure Parking at Carrefour From Media Indonesia On Wednesday July 17, 2002 I shopped at Carrefour at Jln. MT Haryono. After shopping, I was shocked to find that my car had been tampered with. The window of the rear door had been broken, the car's tape recorder and television had gone and a number of children's toys were missing. The body of the car was also damaged. In all, my losses stood at some Rp 25 million. The thief was professional though because he accomplished his task very quickly.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Sutiyoso should apologize for his poor performance, say factions
Sutiyoso should apologize for his poor performance, say factions Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta All 11 factions on the City Council criticized Governor Sutiyoso's accountability speech on Wednesday, faulting the governor for failing to deal with the many pressing problems in the capital.
Thu, 25 Jul 2002, 00:00 WIB
Indosat seeking to raise $260m
Indosat seeking to raise $260m The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned international call operator PT Indosat said it was mulling several options to raise around US$260 million to strengthen its capital and refinance its debts to Bank Mandiri. Indosat president director Widya Purnama was quoted by the media on Tuesday as saying that it needed to find the new source of funds no later than this year. The publicly listed company owes Rp 1.5 trillion to Bank Mandiri. The debts mature in December.