Archive: 26 August 2002
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Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah to remain flat this week: Analyst
Rupiah to remain flat this week: Analyst Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The rupiah is expected to hover within a narrow range in thin trading this week, with an absence of fresh leads both at home and in the international market, according to an analyst. "For the moment, there is no news that can trigger the rupiah to move with any volatility.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Meeting to unravel labor dispute
Meeting to unravel labor dispute A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Investors, union leaders and government officials will hold a crisis meeting here on Monday in attempts to solve the lingering problems that have befallen the country's industrial sectors. The meeting follows a spate of bad news for many sectors, including the shutdown of numerous plants, labor conflicts and the relocation of many factories to more labor-friendly countries. "No target has been set up.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
GAM intimidates the people
GAM intimidates the people From Rakyat Merdeka The government has adopted a new policy to settle the question of Aceh. Psychologically, the Acehnese are still gripped with fear. When Aceh was still a military operation zone, the Acehnese, despite the victims the conflict claimed, always openly sided with the unitary state of the Republic of Indonesia.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
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------------------------------------------------------------------- Mysticism has become a part of modern people's lives. Those seeking advice from psychics include educated people and even those who are religious, such as Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agiel Munawar. Less than two weeks ago, the minister made headlines when he ordered a treasure hunt at a protected heritage site in Bogor, West Java, following the advice of a psychic.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Ericsson must be more prudent
Ericsson must be more prudent Recently, I took my defective T39, purchased in Indonesia, and still under warranty, to Global on Jl. Arteri, Pondok Indah, an Ericsson Authorized Service Center. They checked and told me the phone was defective and they could not repair it, and they would have to give me a replacement, but would have to use my scratched flip and my old antenna for the new replacement phone. I told them that was fine.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
192 illegal logs seized in Bengkulu
192 illegal logs seized in Bengkulu BENGKULU: The local forestry police unit seized a total of 192 logs believed to be stolen from the protected forest in the province. Edy Kasik, chief of the local forestry office, said here on Saturday that the logs were looted from the Balaui Rejang protected forest. He said the logs were seized from a local resident identified as Bur.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
The reluctance to work together for a decent life
The reluctance to work together for a decent life Multilateralism at stake in Johannesburg Emil Salim Chairman, Preparatory Committee Meeting World Summit on Sustainable Development Jakarta On Sept. 1 in Johannesburg, President Megawati Soekarnoputri is scheduled to submit the conclusions of the Bali preparatory meeting for the World Summit on Sustainable Development in June to the summit host South Africa's President Thabo Mbekti.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
RI's competitiveness fading out: Jetro
RI's competitiveness fading out: Jetro A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The powerful Japan External Trade Organization (Jetro) took its turn over the weekend criticizing Indonesia's investment climate, saying the country was no longer a preferred destination for Japanese investors due to rising labor and energy costs.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Southeast Asia lures stock market victims with cheap lifestyles
Southeast Asia lures stock market victims with cheap lifestyles Lawrence Bartlett, Agence, Kuala Lumpur First World investors whose dreams of retirement crashed along with the stockmarket may still be able to quit the office for the golf course if they are prepared to relocate to Southeast Asia. Three countries in the region offer special deals that could enable even those with badly shrunken savings to find a place in the sun, where their dollars will go a lot further than they would at home.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
The dilemma with compulsory education
The dilemma with compulsory education Darmaningtyas, Center for the Betterment of Education, Jakarta The nine-year compulsory education program was launched in 1994 with optimism that it would be fully implemented by 2004. Several indicators supported that optimism, such as the country's high economic growth rate, the government's financial capacity and the spirit of other stakeholders. However, the economic crisis that struck in July 1997 ended up as a multicrisis.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Salaries and price hikes
Salaries and price hikes From Media Indonesia The government's decision to raise civil servants' salaries by 10 percent has received mixed reactions for the following reasons: * While the salary increase has yet to be implemented, the prices of daily commodities have already gone up by 10 percent. This means that the salary rise, when implemented, will not mean much.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Prostitutes still plying trade near Islamic Center
Prostitutes still plying trade near Islamic Center Leo Wahyudi S, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Within two weeks, the city administration will hold the soft opening of an Islamic center at site of the former Kramat Tunggak brothel complex in North Jakarta. But the illicit sex industry still thrives just a stone's throw from the spot. There are 18 cafes and bars along Jl. Kramat Jaya, North Jakarta, which open during the day until late at night.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Kite festival in Rancamaya
Kite festival in Rancamaya JAKARTA: Kite lovers and enthusiasts will be able to enjoy all the latest in their hobby at the Rancamaya Kite Festival, to be held at Rancamaya Golf and Country Club Estate in Ciawi, Bogor on Sept. 1. Spectators will be able to see new types of kites, such as the Stunt, Revolution, Train, or Bridge Kite, according to a press release. There will also be a kite workshop and painting competition.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Mob justice increases as people lose faith in justice system
Mob justice increases as people lose faith in justice system Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Incidents of mob justice have become almost daily occurrences in Jakarta, as residents frustrated with a justice system that is seen as anything but just take the law into their own hands to mete out harsh punishments on suspected criminals. The latest incident took place last Tuesday, in the Billymoon housing complex in Pondok Kelapa, East Jakarta.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Incense, flowers are powerful communication tools
Incense, flowers are powerful communication tools Mysticism has become a part of modern people's lives. Those seeking advice from psychics include educated people and even those who are religious, such as Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agil Al Munawar. Less than two weeks ago, the minister made headlines when he ordered a treasure hunt at a protected heritage site in Bogor, West Java, following the advice of a psychic.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
More state killing needed
More state killing needed From Pelita Every time I take a Metro Mini bus, I am overwhelmed with worry because I have often read that Metro Mini bus passengers are often robbed at knife-point. On Aug. 22, I took the Metro Mini 66 from Manggarai to Blok M, and saw firsthand what I had been reading about in the papers. When the bus got to the Jl. Gatot Subroto crossroad, three young men with mean-looking faces got on the bus. Their arms showed the track marks of years of drug use.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
JP/4/SCENE
JP/4/SCENE 'TVRI' reaches 82% of country MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: Indonesians in 82 percent of the country's territory are now able to watch TVRI, the managing director of the state television station, Sumita Tobing, said. "TVRI is the largest television station, with 7,000 employees. It produces programs without interruption 19 hours a day," Tobing said in a speech at a ceremony to mark the station's 40th anniversary.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Calls mount for Cabinet reshuffle amid failures
Calls mount for Cabinet reshuffle amid failures Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Calls to reshuffle the Cabinet are again mounting. Analysts have blamed the development on the Cabinet's poor teamwork and asked whether a reshuffle would benefit President Megawati Soekarnoputri. The answer appears to be both yes and no.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
President urged to suspend Riau Islands regent
President urged to suspend Riau Islands regent Haidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru A Riau official called on President Megawati Soekarnoputri to suspend Riau Island (Kepri) Regent Huzrin Hood who has been accused of misappropriating Rp 87 billion in funds allocated for the regency, to seek political support for the proposed formation of Riau Island province.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Navy told to keep spirits up despite obsolete weaponry
Navy told to keep spirits up despite obsolete weaponry The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri called on the Navy on Sunday to maintain its morale, despite its obsolete military equipment. "I have seen how professional you are, despite the old military facilities," Megawati told hundreds of Navy cadets taking part in a major naval exercise in the waters off Karimun, Central Java.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Kite festival in Rancamaya
Kite festival in Rancamaya JAKARTA: Kite lovers and enthusiasts will be able to enjoy all the latest in their hobby at the Rancamaya Kite Festival, to be held at Rancamaya Golf and Country Club Estate in Ciawi, Bogor on Sept. 1. Spectators will be able to see new types of kites, such as the Stunt, Revolution, Train, or Bridge Kite, according to a press release. There will also be a kite workshop and painting competition.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. kapal: 8 x 4 lines
1. kapal: 8 x 4 lines Govt still investigating foreign dredgers 2. DPOD: 20 x 2 lines President urged to suspend Riau Islands regent 3. Tambak: 24 x 2 lines Former Dispasena farmers in Lampung reap windfall
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Merapi National Park
Merapi National Park A report that Kompas daily carried in its Aug. 15, 2002 edition on the plan to make Mount Merapi, a volcano located between Central Java province and the Special Region of Yogyakarta, a national park under the name of Mount Merapi National Park (TNGM) is worth our attention. Head of the sub- directorate for nature reserves of the forestry ministry, Ign. Herry Djoko Susilo, said this national park may be officiated in October this year.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Cures, spells and love potions
Cures, spells and love potions Jakartans may consider themselves modern, but when a problem arises, whether it be about their health, career or marriage, some still seek advice from mystics instead of modern experts. Some of them share their opinions with The Jakarta Post. Mita Setiani, 39, a housewife who lives with her family in the Pejompongan area, Central Jakarta. The university graduate sought the services of a shaman in Kramat, also in Central Jakarta, two years ago.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Orang Tua Group'
'Orang Tua Group' TV commercials From Republika I've observed the commercials promoting the products of Orang Tua Group on TV and in my opinion the group has violated the code of conduct in TV commercials because it has advertised its ginseng-mixed wine. As far as I know, there is a regulation banning the advertising of liquor on TV. At a glance, the commercial does not seem to suggest a wine but if you look at the scene carefully you'll find that it is promoting its ginseng-mixed wine.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Leo Wahyudi S
Leo Wahyudi S The Jakarta Post Jakarta Within two weeks, the city administration will hold the soft opening of an Islamic center at site of the former Kramat Tunggak brothel complex in North Jakarta. But the illicit sex industry still thrives just a stone's throw from the spot. There are 18 cafes and bars along Jl. Kramat Jaya, North Jakarta, which open during the day until late at night. And as the sun sets, many men and women dressed in eye-catching outfits gather on one side of the street.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
IBRA finds itself in another mess for its loan sales
IBRA finds itself in another mess for its loan sales Vincent Lingga, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) seems not to be fully aware yet that credibility and accountability should be its basic capital in executing its primary task, which is disposing of the billions of dollars of distressed assets under its management.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Govt admits negligence in TKI case
Govt admits negligence in TKI case The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra admitted on Sunday the government's negligence in dealing with illegal Indonesian workers (TKIs) in Malaysia. "In February 2002, we conveyed (to the relevant agencies) the result of a joint commission meeting with the Malaysian government, but it was not followed up," Yusril told Antara in Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara on Sunday.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Govt still investigating foreign dredgers
Govt still investigating foreign dredgers Fadli, The Jakarta Post, Batam/Jakarta Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Dahuri vowed to investigate thoroughly the seven dredgers that were arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle sand from Riau waters to Singapore. He said his office together with the Navy, immigration office and National Police were still carrying out an investigation into the smuggling attempt, and vowed there would be no collusion in the handling of the case.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
China seeks to export more products to RI
China seeks to export more products to RI Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta China, in a bid to narrow its trade deficit with Indonesia, plans to export more of its products here, a move that could threaten local manufacturers. A senior trade official at the Chinese Embassy in Jakarta, Tan Weiwen, said the country's export volume to Indonesia was expected to increase to about US$3.1 billion this year from $2.8 billion last year.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
'Antara' labor activists fired
'Antara' labor activists fired JAKARTA: Two union activists at state-run news agency Antara, Adi Lazuardi and Sukirman Anwar, claimed they were dismissed last Friday for calling a press conference to criticize the news agency's chief, Mohammad Sobary. Adi was the chairman of the Antara Workers' Union (SPA), and Sukiman was the union's secretary-general.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
RI wins Asian Beach Volleyball Competition
RI wins Asian Beach Volleyball Competition Pariama Hutasoit and Rita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, Seminyak, Bali Indonesia's first men's pair, Agus Salim and Koko Prasetyo Darkuncoro, grabbed the first title of the fourth series of the Asia-Pacific Beach Volleyball Competition in a tight final match against Thailand's first pair, Thawip Thongkamnerd and Sataporn Sawangrueng, at Seminyak Beach here on Sunday afternoon.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Radio control car craze hits Jakarta
Radio control car craze hits Jakarta Vishnu K. Mahmud, Contributor, Jakarta Radio control cars have always been an interesting pastime for boys. Whole summers were dedicated to racing with friends, adding accessories and tinkering with the engine. And, up to a few years ago, RC (as radio control is commonly known) cars were expensive, could only be used on certain tracks and were only sold in specialty shops. And they were mostly targeted for kids. Not anymore. Enter the Auldey "Race Tin" cars.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Is it a camera, PDA, cell phone or all of them?
Is it a camera, PDA, cell phone or all of them? Zatni Arbi, Columnist, Jakarta, zatni@cbn.net.id Will our next cell phone provide us with the capabilities to capture image, manage our schedules and let us access the Internet? For one thing, it will be the PDA-and-cell phone-in-one dream come true, something that many of us gadget-freaks have been waiting for. If research firm International Data Corporation (IDC)'s prediction is close enough to reality, chances are it will come about.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Bhichai starts from the bottom up
Bhichai starts from the bottom up Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Some say the choices you make determine how you will live the rest of your life. But sometimes the choices are already made up for you and there is nothing you can do but go on the best you can. Bhichai Rattakul had fate make the choices for him. Born in Bangkok in 1926, the former deputy prime minister's greatest desire was to become a farmer and raise cattle.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Investment and growth
Investment and growth Most analysts see the government's estimate of 5 percent economic growth for 2003 as too optimistic because consumer spending, thus far one of the biggest locomotives of economic expansion, besides exports, is expected to slacken as a result of the contractile fiscal policy, while foreign investment will likely remain moribund.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Making money from copyright piracy in Indonesia
Making money from copyright piracy in Indonesia Nicholas Redfearn, The Motion Picture Association (MPA), Jakarta In Asian countries like Indonesia the problem of copyright piracy is often regarded as something which only affects foreign copyright holders. Clearly it does affect them. The US motion picture industry loses hundreds of millions of dollars a year in Asia and billions worldwide.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines:IBRA finds itself in another mess 2
* Headlines:IBRA finds itself in another mess 2 * National: Govt admits negligence in TKIs case 4 * Archipelago: Govt still probing foreign dredgers 5 * Opinion: The dilemma with compulsory education 7 * City: Megawati urged to abandon Sutiyoso 8 * Sports:Allenby still co-leads as Woods, Els close in 9 * World: Japan-N. Korea talks end in impasse 11 * Business:China seeks to export more products to RI 13 * Features:Bhichai starts from the bottom up 20
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Kidney failure patients rush to China
Kidney failure patients rush to China The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Some 300 local kidney failure patients have undergone transplant surgery in China over the last decade as they could not find donors at home, an association revealed on Saturday. Muchrodji, an advisor to the Indonesian Kidney Transplant Association (PACGI), said the patients underwent their operations in the Taiping People's Hospital in Guangdong.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Leo Wahyudi S
Leo Wahyudi S The Jakarta Post Jakarta Within two weeks, the city administration will hold the soft opening of an Islamic center at site of the former Kramat Tunggak brothel complex in North Jakarta. But the illicit sex industry still thrives just a stone's throw from the spot. There are 18 cafes and bars along Jl. Kramat Jaya, North Jakarta, which open during the day until late at night. And as the sun sets, many men and women dressed in eye-catching outfits gather on one side of the street.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
People complain about gambling
People complain about gambling TANGERANG: Residents of Tigaraksa, the capital of Tangerang regency, have long complained about the widespread sale of gambling coupons, but the police have done nothing to stamp it out. "Vendors are no longer shy about openly offering gambling coupons to residents, despite many Islamic boarding schools here. They have even managed to persuade many staff members at the administration to take bets," Suhardi, a local figure, said on Saturday.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. Governor - 4x10
1. Governor - 4x10 Megawati urged to abandon Sutiyoso 2. Kramtung - 2x 22 Prostitutes still plying trade near Islamic Center 3. Dukun - 1x 33 Modern people still consult mystics 4. Speak - 1x 30 Cures, spells and love potions
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Batutulis story: Retracing Sunda's cultural heritage
Batutulis story: Retracing Sunda's cultural heritage Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In 1533, the king of the Sunda kingdom, Surawisesa Jayaperkosa, erected a monument marking the 12th anniversary of his father's death in an elaborate sraddha ceremony, which is a Hindu tradition.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Robinson calls for int'l court for E. Timor
Robinson calls for int'l court for E. Timor Agencies, Dili United Nations human rights chief Mary Robinson closed her three- day trip to East Timor on Sunday with a call for an international tribunal to bring those guilty of violence in 1999 to justice if Indonesia failed to do so. During her visit, Robinson has criticized Jakarta's handling of trials for those accused of atrocities in East Timor, once ruled by Indonesia.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Landslide isolates village
Landslide isolates village BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The Paraman Atas Village in Sungai Pinang Subdistrict, South Kalimantan has been isolated eight months following a landslide that badly damaged a road connecting the village to others in January. The landslide has cut the transportation to the village, causing villagers to go out of the village on foot. "Villagers have difficulties transporting their harvests to the urban areas," Suriansyah, head of the village, said on Saturday.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Megawati urged to abandon Sutiyoso
Megawati urged to abandon Sutiyoso Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta An activist has strongly urged President Megawati Soekarnoputri to withdraw her support from the nomination of incumbent Governor Sutiyoso for another term in office to win back her supporters at the grassroots level. "This is the right moment for Megawati to withdraw her support. That way she can win back her followers," the chairman of the Jakarta Residents Forum (FAKTA), Azas Tigor Nainggolan, said on Saturday.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. INSIGHT: 1 x 35
1. INSIGHT: 1 x 35 Multilateralism at stake in Johannesburg 2. SUMMIT: 2 x 24 Earth Summit struggles before grand opening on Monday 3. ROBINSON: 1 x 35 UN calls for international court for E. Timor 4. TIMOR: U.S., UN lacks will to act on RI 'show trials'
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Former Dipasena farmers in Lampung reap windfall
Former Dipasena farmers in Lampung reap windfall Oyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung Parting company last year with PT Dipasena Citra Darmaja (PT Dipasena), a giant shrimp producing company belonging to troubled businessman Sjamsul Nursalim, thousands of farmers in Tulang Bawang Regency, Lampung, have enjoyed been reaping rich rewards from their private shrimp farms despite declining demand for shrimps on the international market.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Haze abating in Kalimantan but Sumatra at risk
Haze abating in Kalimantan but Sumatra at risk Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The thick haze shrouding most parts of Kalimantan is abating but is threatening Sumatra as forest fires continue to be set. Scattered rain in the West Kalimantan capital of Pontianak over the weekend reduced the haze for the first time in two weeks.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Mayumba attack mastermind identified
Mayumba attack mastermind identified PALU, Central Sulawesi: The local military has identified the mastermind behind the bloody attack of Mayumba Village in Poso last Thursday, saying it was chasing for the mastermind. "We have identified the intellectual actor behind the Mayumba attack and we gained the information from the investigation of several people involved in the assault," Col.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Multilateralism at stake in Johannesburg
Multilateralism at stake in Johannesburg Emil Salim, Chairman, Preparatory Committee Meeting, World Summit on Sustainable Development, Jakarta On Sept. 1 in Johannesburg, President Megawati Soekarnoputri is scheduled to submit the conclusions of the Bali preparatory meeting for the World Summit on Sustainable Development in June to the summit host South Africa's President Thabo Mbekti. Much of the document prepared in Bali, the "Implementation Program", has been agreed upon.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Govt to impose checks on products
Govt to impose checks on products Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government will field special investigators to ensure that labeled goods sold at local markets are what they say they are. The new policy is stated in the Ministry of Industry and Trade's draft decree, which is expected to be issued this week. The decree will be part of regulations to implement Consumer Protection Law No. 8/1999, which seeks to protect consumers from irresponsible producers or traders.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
2. CABINET: 1 x 40
2. CABINET: 1 x 40 Calls mount for Cabinet reshuffle amid failures 3. JOBURG: Earth Summit set to open Monday as protests loom
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Tommy tastes bitter exile
Tommy tastes bitter exile The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In spite of some privileges, Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala will probably remember his first days in the remote Batu Penitentiary in the Central Java island of Nusakambangan as the toughest time in his life.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Johannesburg Summit: Rethinking old practices
Johannesburg Summit: Rethinking old practices Yanuar Nugroho, Director, Business Watch Indonesia, Lecturer, Sahid University, Surakarta, Researcher, Unisosdem, Jakarta, yanuar-n@unisosdem.org The World Summit for Sustainable Development (WSSD) will start in Johannesburg on Aug. 26 and end on Sept. 6. The summit is hoped to be able to make major corrections towards the way development has been taking place -- at least after the Rio Summit.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. China (2 x 30)
1. China (2 x 30) China seeks to export more products to RI 2. Lure (2 x 30) Southeast Asia lures stock market victims with cheap lifestyles 3. Fax (1 x 28) Junk-fax firms sued for $2 trillion JP/13/Fax 4. Market (1 x 35) Rupiah to remain flat this week: Analyst
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
RI's labor cost still competitive: Expert
RI's labor cost still competitive: Expert A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Illegal fees payable to governmental officials, not labor costs, are the main factors troubling existing investors and discouraging new investors from entering the country, according to one local labor expert. "It is not true that the cost of labor is the main factor causing foreign investors to move out of Indonesia.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Pulo Asem Mosque wins award
Pulo Asem Mosque wins award JAKARTA: Pulo Asem Grand Mosque in Pulo Gadung, East Jakarta, was named The Best Mosque in 2002 by the city administration in a competition to commemorate both the city's anniversary and Independence Day. Hidayatullah Mosque in Setiabudi, South Jakarta and At-Taqwa Mosque in Kalideres, West Jakarta were the runners-up.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Readers today, leaders tomorrow
Readers today, leaders tomorrow A. Chaedar Alwasilah, Dean, School of Languages and Arts Education, University of Education (UPI), Bandung, chaedar@bdg.centrin.net.id It is often said that the children of today will be the leaders of tomorrow. However, hardly do we hear one say that the readers of today will be the leaders of tomorrow!
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Japan creates its own wall
Japan creates its own wall Kornelius Purba, The Jakarta Post, Staff Writer, Seminyak, Bali, korpur@yahoo.com At 33, politician Kiyohiko Toyama from the New Komeito Party perhaps is a commendable portrait of the younger Japanese people's inertia against Japan's much-criticized Official Development Assistance (ODA) for rampant corruption by the recipients and Japanese parties involved in managing the huge fund.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
1. VOLLEY: 12 x 4 lines
1. VOLLEY: 12 x 4 lines RI wins Asian Beach Volleyball Competition convincingly 2. CHESS: 18 x 3 lines Indonesia advances to third place at Chess Olympiad 3. TENNIS: 24 x 2 lines Venus wins fourth straight New Haven Tournament 4. SOCCER: 20 x 2 lines Bayern Munich back on winning track 5. USA: 20 x 2 lines Four golds as Americans dominate Pan Pacific 6. POLO: 36 x 1 line Hungary, Russia in water polo final 7. LOEB: 22 x 1 line Biaggi wins Czech MotoGP
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
'MTV' VJ Shanty's fishy story
'MTV' VJ Shanty's fishy story JAKARTA: Singer and MTV Video Jockey (VJ) Annisaa Nurul Shanty had nightmares before she did a photo shoot for MTV Asia's coffee table book titled Brave the Heat. After learning from organizers that the theme for the shoot was diving, the 24-year-old Indonesian brought along all her swimsuits. "The first question they asked me was if I was afraid of diving, and I said no.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
U.S., UN lack will to act on RI 'show trials'
U.S., UN lack will to act on RI 'show trials' East West Center, Honolulu, Hawaii It's unlikely that Indonesia's "show trials" will convict those most responsible for the killings in East Timor, nor will the international community muster support to do anything about it, according to a new East-West Center publication.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
School headmaster killed in Aceh
School headmaster killed in Aceh BANDA ACEH: An Aceh woman, also headmaster of an elementary school in Matang Cot Village in North Aceh, was killed by unidentified gunman on Monday, says a social worker. Ali Rasyid, a staff of the Indonesian red Cross in Bireuen said on Saturday that according to sources in the village, 58- year-old Maryam Hasan was shot at 20:30 local time when she was opening her house's door to the gunman.
Mon, 26 Aug 2002, 00:00 WIB
Courage in crisis
Courage in crisis Given the limited funds at the government's disposal, President Megawati's decision to raise the routine budget is worth complimenting. Salaries of the military and police personnel and pensioners will go up by 10 percent as from January 1, 2003 while teachers will enjoy a 50 percent increase in their allowances starting October 1, 2002.