Archive: 22 November 2003
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Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Part 1 of 2
Part 1 of 2 Will revision of the law on regional autonomy fail? P. Agung Pambudhi, Executive Director, Monitoring Committee of Regional Autonomy Implementation (KPPOD), Jakarta The White Paper of the government's economic policies after the ending of its cooperation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) may set a deadline for a revision of the law on regional autonomy (Law No. 22/1999).
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pertamina appoints chief of top unit
Pertamina appoints chief of top unit JAKARTA: PT Pertamina, Indonesia's state oil company, appointed Ari Soemarno as the new president of its oil trading unit, said Harry Poernomo, vice-president for downstream affairs at Pertamina. Soemarno, whose appointment took effect yesterday, replaced Sungkono Wahju, said Harry in Jakarta on Thursday. "It's just a normal reshuffle, part of a five-year cycle," Poernomo said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
National discipline
National discipline It is amazing that the problem of transition toward democracy, which has characterized Indonesian political development during the past five years, has recently triggered a hectic debate between scholars and commentators. Also, the debate has involved an exchange of opposing arguments from differing perspectives, as manifest in a dozen lengthy articles published in Kompas, from Sept. 29 to date.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/DISC
JP/3/DISC Japan-ASEAN summit in Tokyo first meeting outside the region Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi and Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri will co-chair the Japan-ASEAN (The Association of Southeast Asian Nations) commemorative summit in Tokyo on Dec. 11-12. Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia Yutaka Iimura talked with The Jakarta Post's Kornelius Purba about the summit and about bilateral relations with Indonesia.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Happy Idul Fitri
Happy Idul Fitri Monday will be the end of the holy month, which many Muslims have observed in accordance with the guidance given by the Prophet Muhammad. And on the following day Muslims will celebrate the eagerly awaited Idul Fitri, which according Islamic teachings is the day when Muslims return to their state of purity. For Indonesian Muslims, Idul Fitri also means a time to join their families and relatives in a spirit of thankfulness and celebration.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
EU parliament condemns military crackdown in Aceh
EU parliament condemns military crackdown in Aceh Agencies, Strasbourg/Banda Aceh The European Parliament condemned on Thursday an extension of martial law in the restive province of Aceh and called on Jakarta to revive peace talks with separatist rebels. In a joint resolution, members of the European Union assembly also urged the rebel Free Aceh Movement (GAM) to lay down its arms and "pursue its cause through the democratic process".
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Part of 2
Part of 2 Will revision of the law on regional autonomy fail? P. Agung Pambudhi, Executive Director, Monitoring Committee of Regional Autonomy Implementation (KPPOD), Jakarta Although the plan to revise the law on regional autonomy has often been publicly discussed, the public is yet to be adequately informed about the stages of achievement and the deadline.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
2. 2 x 27
2. 2 x 27 Law, bilateral agreements urgent for migrant workers 3. 1 x 45 Parties find new gold mine with selection fees 4. 1 x 29 Students to monitor election 5. 1 x 63 Military has failed to turn Acehnese against rebels: Commander
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
City of shopping centers
City of shopping centers From Warta Kota Shopping centers have recently sprung up in almost every corner of Jakarta. While the construction of all these new shopping centers has made it easier for residents to go shopping, it is regrettable that they have been built with little heed for the surrounding environment. Some have been built in residential areas and others on water catchment areas.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
When there's a will ...
When there's a will ... We are German citizens, living in Indonesia. My husband is working in the field of education development with the German government. Our daughter is a medical student, who wanted to visit us for two weeks. Upon her arrival, I could not find her at Soekarno-Hatta airport. As I learned later, she was not allowed by Indonesian immigration to enter the country and was sent back. Her German passport was valid for only one more month instead of the six months required.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Management of women migrant workers
Management of women migrant workers From Media Indonesia With great enthusiasm and hope, a number of Indonesian women -- married or single -- register themselves at workers recruitment agencies to work overseas and help feed their families. Unfortunately, while abroad, many of these migrant workers have been subjected to torture. They have to suffer physically and mentally. Some of them are now being treated at Kramatjati Police Hospital in Jakarta.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
PDI Perjuangan excludes critics from candidate selection
PDI Perjuangan excludes critics from candidate selection Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) has excluded outspoken party members from its list of legislative candidates for the 2004 elections.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Councillors get Idul Fitri bonuses
Councillors get Idul Fitri bonuses BANYUMAS, Central Java: Banyumas councillors, who have often been criticized for their poor performance, have just received an Idul Fitri bonus of Rp 3,250,000 (US$382) each, a councillor has said. Sutikno, one of the 45 councillors in the Banyumas Regency Council, said on Friday that the bonuses were already allocated by the regency administration in the 2003 regency budget. But, the granting of the bonus has irked civil servants in the regency.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
People's purchasing power drops in Jambi
People's purchasing power drops in Jambi JAMBI, Jambi: Ahead of the Idul Fitri holiday, people's purchasing power in Jambi province has significantly dropped compared to last year. Juline, a shopkeeper here, said on Friday that the turnover in her shop reached only Rp 25 million (US$2,941) to Rp 50 million per day in the second week of Ramadhan month this year. In the same period last year, the turnover reached Rp 50 million (US$5,882) to Rp 100 million per day.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Gunungkidul to have new harbor
Gunungkidul to have new harbor YOGYAKARTA: In a bid to increase the daily yield of fish in Gunungkidul -- from 800 kg a day to 4 tons -- the Yogyakarta authority is building a harbor worth some Rp 10.5 billion, an executive said recently. According to Suwarman, head of the Business Development and Catchments Section of Yogyakarta provincial Fishery Office the construction of the harbor had been underway since June 2003.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/DISC
JP/3/DISC Japan-ASEAN summit in Tokyo first meeting outside the region Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi and Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri will co-chair the Japan-ASEAN (The Association of Southeast Asian Nations) commemorative summit in Tokyo on Dec. 11-12. Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia Yutaka Iimura talked with The Jakarta Post's Kornelius Purba about the summit and about bilateral relations with Indonesia.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
The politics of religious pluralism
The politics of religious pluralism Muhamad Ali Lecturer Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University (UIN) Jakarta muhamad@hawaii.edu 2. Agung 2 -- Will revision of the law on regional autonomy fail? 1 X 45 Part of 2 Will revision of regional autonomy law fail? P. Agung Pambudhi Executive Director Monitoring Committee of Regional Autonomy Implementation (KPPOD) Jakarta 3.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Reform the tax service
Reform the tax service From Tempo In Tulungagung, Blitar and Kediri small-scale cattle breeders have for some time been frustrated by an acute cattle disease and the collection of income tax that tax collectors have said to be owing since the 1995 - 1996 fiscal year. The tax collectors have also imposed a fine on these income tax arrears, therefore making the amount we are supposed to pay soar.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. TEMPE 1x35
1. TEMPE 1x35 'Tempeh mendoan', an all-time favorite 2. JAHE 1x45 Stay healthy with traditional 'jahe pletok' 3. SIDE1 1x30 Idul Fitri menus on offer 4. SIDE2 1x30 Gunungkidul to have new harbor
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/4/TKI
JP/4/TKI Law, bilateral agreements urgent for migrant workers A. Junaidi The Jakarta Post Jakarta The enactment of a law protecting migrant workers in receiving countries is much more urgently needed than the recently signed joint ministerial decree to set up advocacy teams overseas, observers said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Community health
Community health From Republika The government has declared the national health vision under the name of "Indonesia Sehat 2010" (Healthy Indonesia 2010) but this will remain just a hope, a reason why Health Minister Ahmad Sujudi has said it will be very difficult to empower the community in the health sector under the national health system.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. TURKEY : 3 LINES, 16 COUNTS
1. TURKEY : 3 LINES, 16 COUNTS Turkey says several suspects arrested after lethal blasts 2. CRASH : 1 LINE, 27 COUNTS Road accidents claim 14 lives 3. BILL: 1 line, 24 COUNTS Gates named No. 1 philanthropist 4. MUDIK: 1 LINE, 40 COUNTS Bus, railway stations crammed as holiday nears
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Road accidents claim 14 lives
Road accidents claim 14 lives ID Nugroho and Oyos Saroso, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya, Bandarlampung At least 14 people died in road accident on Friday, as most Indonesian Muslims were preparing to observe the Idul Fitri holidays next week. Ten people were killed in a road accident in the East Java district of Paiton, while the other four died in another accident in South Lampung regency, Lampung province. Brig.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bus, railway stations crammed as holiday nears
Bus, railway stations crammed as holiday nears The Jakarta Post Jakarta/Cirebon/Yogyakarta With just three full days before the kick off of Idul Fitri celebrations on Nov. 25, thousands of migrants living in Jakarta began to overstretch the limits of the airport, seaports, bus terminals and train stations, not to mention the main highways leading out of town to Central Java and East Java, as they rushed to get back to their hometowns in time for the holidays.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indofood will pay dividends on 30% of profit
Indofood will pay dividends on 30% of profit The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The world's largest instant noodle maker PT Indofood Sukses Makmur plans to pay out 30 percent of its 2003 net profit in dividends next year, which is the same ratio as last year, a senior official said. "We have planned to allocate 30 percent of our profit for dividend payouts, but it should be first approved by our shareholders," said Indofood chief executive officer Eva Riyanti Hutapea.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA: Indonesia's retailer PT Matahari Putra Prima plans to
JAKARTA: Indonesia's retailer PT Matahari Putra Prima plans to open at least six new department stores and six new supermarkets next year to boost its sales, Matahari's spokeswoman, Renata Lyfan, said on Friday. "We plan to open at least 12 new outlets next year," she said, adding that the number may increase if the company sees more business opportunities. The company plans to invest at least Rp 250 billion (US$29 million) to open the new outlets in 2004.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Most Merak ferries fail safety standards
Most Merak ferries fail safety standards Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang More than half the ferries sailing from Merak port in West Java to Sumatra island fail international safety standards. Taufik Handriawan, chief of the Merak branch of PT ASDP, which operates river, lake and sea ferry transportation, said that 14 of the 24 ferries were made in 1970 and no longer met International Maritime Organization (IMO) safety standards.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Parties find new gold mine with selection fees
Parties find new gold mine with selection fees Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The nomination of legislative candidates by the country's political parties is not only undemocratic but also discriminatory due to the high "fees" charged by the parties to the aspirants, non governmental organizations (NGOs) said on Friday. The Center for Electoral Reform (Cetro) and Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW) urged the General Elections Commission (KPU) to issue a ruling to ban such charges.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
[b]Controversy over bill
Controversy over bill on water resources Nila Ardhianie Coordinator Indonesian Forum on Globalization Surakarta, Central Java 2. Pro27 -- Reforming economic reform 2 X 30 Universal principles not self-executing when aiming for world economic reform Dani Rodrik Professor of Political Economy John F. Kennedy School of Government Harvard University Project Syndicate
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Military has failed to turn Acehnese against rebels: Commander
Military has failed to turn Acehnese against rebels: Commander The first six months of martial law in Aceh has yet to encourage people to participate in the fight against the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), as evident in the military's failure to capture the rebel group's leaders. The military believes the most wanted persons are either being harbored by or living among the Acehnese. The Jakarta Post's correspondent in Banda Aceh, Nani Farida, interviewed martial law administrator Maj. Gen.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
The Japan-ASEAN summit is key to closer ties
The Japan-ASEAN summit is key to closer ties Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi and Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri will co-chair the Japan-ASEAN (The Association of Southeast Asian Nations) commemorative summit in Tokyo on Dec. 11-12. Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia Yutaka Iimura talked with The Jakarta Post's Kornelius Purba about the summit and about bilateral relations with Indonesia. What will be the substance of the next Japan-ASEAN commemorative summit? On Dec.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Part 1 of 2
Part 1 of 2 Will revision of regional autonomy law fail? P. Agung Pambudhi Executive Director Monitoring Committee of Regional Autonomy Implementation (KPPOD) Jakarta 2. Bahari -- Pre-election lame duck syndrome 1 X 30 Preelection lame duck syndrome Rachmad Bahari Institute for Policy and Community Development Studies Jakarta 3. Herald -- Where is U.S. leadership on trade issues? 2 X 21 Where is American leadership on trade issues? W. Robert Warne The Korea Herald Asia News Network Seoul
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Experts lament trend to sue government critics
Experts lament trend to sue government critics Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Legal experts lamented the recent trend among central and local government officials for reporting anyone who criticizes them to police for alleged slander, saying that it was harming the country's attempts to develop good governance.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Maria Lumowa's sister arrested for BNI scandal
Maria Lumowa's sister arrested for BNI scandal Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Another relative of Maria Paulien Lumowa, a prime suspect in the Rp 1.7 trillion (US$200 million) Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) scam, has been arrested for alleged involvement. National Police chief of detectives Com. Gen. Erwin Mappaseng said on Friday that Maria's sister Jean Lumowa was arrested on Thursday evening based on statements made by other suspects.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Preelection lame duck syndrome
Preelection lame duck syndrome Rachmad Bahari, Institute for Policy and Community Development Studies, Jakarta The countdown to the 2004 general election continues. Amid optimism and high hopes of a smooth and successful election that is free and fair, there is fear of an imminent stumbling block to the process of democratization. The likelihood of this process being thwarted is based on two developments.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Old crime, new crisis
Old crime, new crisis JP/6/E05 authoritarian former Indonesian president Soeharto, why has one military massacre of Muslim civilians been singled out for accountability, almost two decades after the fact? The answer is as much entwined in the present day threat posed by extremist Islam - and its terrorist offshoots - as in popular demands to right past wrongs.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Boats collide, one dead, nine missing
Boats collide, one dead, nine missing The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Ten people thought to be on their way home to celebrate Idul Fitri with loved ones are feared dead after two ships collided in rough seas in waters off Southeast Sulawesi on Thursday night. The victims, nine of whom are missing believed drowned, were among at least 30 passengers on the KM Sinar Akapa, which collided with the KM Adidas off Wawoni island on Thursday night.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Scum of society' turn new tricks in Surabaya
'Scum of society' turn new tricks in Surabaya ID Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya, East Java Wise men say that the holy month of Ramadhan belongs to all human beings, including people who are branded as "scum of society". And a one-night Koran recital competition in the Putat Jaya red- light district in Surabaya has just shown it.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
'I won't bring anyone from my village to Jakarta'
'I won't bring anyone from my village to Jakarta' The Jakarta administration has warned those leaving for their hometowns during the Idul Fitri holiday not to bring relatives or friends to the capital, which already has around 8.3 million citizens. Every year, around 230,000 newcomers arrive in the city after the holiday, most of whom are uneducated. The Jakarta Post talked to some Jakartans about the issue.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Excelcomindo repays foreign debt
Excelcomindo repays foreign debt The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Cellular phone operator PT Excelcomindo Pratama announced Friday it had repaid some US$70 million of its debts to foreign creditors, by using half of the proceeds raised from the recent bond issue. The company said that with the payment, which was made on Monday, its debts would be reduced to $299.4 million.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stay healthy with traditional 'jahe pletok'
Stay healthy with traditional 'jahe pletok' Singgir Kartana, Contributor, Magelang, Central Java In the competitive food and beverage business there is a well- known adage that the ingredients might be similar but the taste should be different, depending on how you brew and serve them. The same saying goes for 40-year-old Wahyudi, a jahe pletok or instant ginger drink vendor from Magelang regency, Central Java.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Chronic garbage mess in Mampang
Chronic garbage mess in Mampang From Koran Tempo Citizens of Mampang Prapatan, particularly Tegal Parang subdistrict, South Jakarta, have been complaining about poor garbage handling in the area, which has remained unsolved despite all the reports to relevant authorities. For quite some time, people in the subdistrict neighborhoods have been messing their streets with garbage, which not only creates unpleasant sights but also poses health hazards.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hundreds of fishermen in Java to be relocated
Hundreds of fishermen in Java to be relocated AMBON, Maluku: Hundreds of fishermen from the north coast of Java will soon be relocated to Southeast and Southwest Maluku districts, Maluku province, Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Rochmin Dahuri said here on Friday. "The number of fishermen along Java's north coast is increasing while their fishing grounds are diminishing, so relocation to Maluku is inevitable," Dahuri said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Emergency numbers during holiday
Emergency numbers during holiday A. EMERGENCY POLICE 112 Jakarta Police 523-4333 West Jakarta Precinct 548-2317 North Jakarta Precinct 491-055 Central Jakarta Precinct 390-9922 South Jakarta Precinct 720-6013/11 East Jakarta Precinct 819-1478 Ambulance 118 Electricity 123 Fire Brigade 113 Telephone Repair 147 Water Repair 579-98444/579-86555 B. HEALTH 24-hour Ambulance 1. Yayasan Bintang Mas -- Jl. Teluk Gong Gong Raya 95 - 97 Bandengan Utara Terusan, North Jakarta, Tel: 669-1571 2.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Matahari to open 12 outlets in '04
Matahari to open 12 outlets in '04 JAKARTA: Indonesia's retailer PT Matahari Putra Prima plans to open at least six new department stores and six new supermarkets next year to boost its sales, Matahari's spokeswoman, Renata Lyfan, said on Friday. "We plan to open at least 12 new outlets next year," she said, adding that the number may increase if the company sees more business opportunities. The company plans to invest at least Rp 250 billion (US$29 million) to open the new outlets in 2004.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
1 X 30
1 X 30 Pressure mounts to oust regent JP/5/ACEH 1 X 48 Acehnese forced to celebrate Idul Fitri in camps 1 X 45 'Scum of society' turn new tricks in Surabaya JP/5/boat 1 x 37 Boats collide, one dead, nine missing JP/5/RUSLI 2 x 22 Rusli Zainal installed as new Riau governor
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
KPU, TV stations ink cooperation
KPU, TV stations ink cooperation JAKARTA: The General Elections Commission (KPU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Friday with five television stations to advertise the 2004 elections. The five TV stations are Trans TV, SCTV, TV7, TVRI and Metro-TV. This is expected to be followed with an MoU with TPI, AnTV and Lativi.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/DISC
JP/3/DISC Japan-ASEAN summit in Tokyo first meeting outside the region Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi and Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri will co-chair the Japan-ASEAN (The Association of Southeast Asian Nations) commemorative summit in Tokyo on Dec. 11-12. Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia Yutaka Iimura talked with The Jakarta Post's Kornelius Purba about the summit and about bilateral relations with Indonesia.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Chemical sparks brief scare in Surabaya
Chemical sparks brief scare in Surabaya Abdul Khalik and ID Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Surabaya Three packages containing a chemical substance that were found aboard a van sparked a brief panic and security scare in the country's second biggest city of Surabaya on Friday. The packages, which together weighed 75 kilograms, were found in a L-300 Mitsubishi van that police stopped on its way to the Juanda international airport in Surabaya, East Java.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Traffic in Jakarta
Traffic in Jakarta During the last few months road traffic in Jakarta has been going from bad to worse; with the arrival of the rainy season it has been further worsened. It takes a lot of energy, patience and utmost use of your logic and math skills to reach your destination a bit earlier than others. This traffic scenario must have raised the eyebrows of Jakarta traffic police as well as city planners, and maybe they are scratching their heads to work out a solution to this traffic madness.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
City of shopping centers
City of shopping centers From Warta Kota Shopping centers have recently sprung up in almost every corner of Jakarta. While the construction of all these new shopping centers has made it easier for residents to go shopping, it is regrettable that they have been built with little heed for the surrounding environment. Some have been built in residential areas and others on water catchment areas.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Politicians and promises
Politicians and promises From Media Indonesia As the 2004 general election nears, we should be alert for various political occurrences that could prevent the people from going to the polls, such as political violence and security disturbances. Behind the tension and violence that may arise, some politicians may be trying to benefit their own interests.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Thugs beat up man over bonus
Thugs beat up man over bonus JAKARTA: A chicken trader was beaten by a group of thugs late on Thursday because he refused to give them an Idul Fitri bonus. The victim, Ramun, 35, was taken to hospital to treat the long gash on his face. The resident of Sunter Agung, North Jakarta, later told police that the thugs, led by Tarno, 30, had demanded bonuses from about 100 traders at Bambu Kuning market. "But they visited us later at our houses, saying that they needed more," he said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Police upgrade security at Soekarno-Hatta airport
Police upgrade security at Soekarno-Hatta airport Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Fears of another terror attack have prompted city police to upgrade the status of its office at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport from a subprecinct to a precinct. City Police chief Insp. Gen. Makbul Padmanagara said on Friday that police had already appointed an acting airport precinct chief and a deputy chief to lead the new precinct. "The appointed chief is Adj. Sr. Comr.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. BNI: 48 pt, 3 cols, 3 x 18
1. BNI: 48 pt, 3 cols, 3 x 18 Another member of Lumowa clan nabbed for BNI scandal 2. PDIP: 36 pt, 4 cols, 2 x 28 PDI Perjuangan excludes critics from candidate selection 3. LAWSUIT: 28 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 28 Experts lament trend to sue government critics 4. TERROR: 28 pt, 4 cols, 1 x 38 Chemical sparks brief scare in Surabaya 5. BUDGET: 28 pt, 5 cols, 1 x 48 Observers advise city to prioritize SMEs and housing 6.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, November 22, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, November 22, 2003 Exhibitions * Exhibition of antiquarian maps and prints of Indonesia form the 16th century to the present time, at Gedung Arsip Nasional (the National Archive Building), Jl. Gajah Mada 111, Central Jakarta, (Tel. 6347744), 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Dec. 2. * An exhibition of over 100 terracotta's from the Majapahit Kingdom period, 13th-15th century, East Java and other parts of the archipelago.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Telecom watchdog to get into gear next month
Telecom watchdog to get into gear next month The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The recently established Indonesian Telecommunications Regulatory Body (BRTI) will start operation in the middle of next month, a senior government official said on Friday. Secretary-general of the Ministry of Communications Agus Pramono said that the telecommunications industry watchdog would be run by a five-member committee, to be chaired by outgoing Director General of Telecommunications Djamhari Sirat.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Blind people brave hurdles to gain confidence
Blind people brave hurdles to gain confidence Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jatiluhur, Purwakarta, West Java The young woman wobbles on a length of rope suspended between two trees some five meters above the ground. Steadying ropes hung a meter apart to help her move from tree to tree provide her only security. "Don't lean too far forward! Keep your body upright! Move to your left," a guiding voice leads her as she moves unsteadily between the trees.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Rusli Zainal installed as new Riau governor
Rusli Zainal installed as new Riau governor Haidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru Rusli Zainal, a former contractor, was installed as the new governor of the resource-rich Riau province on Friday by Minister of Home Affairs Hari Sabarno. Wan Abubakar was also installed as deputy governor during a ceremony at the provincial legislative council here. In his address, Hari appealed for the new officials to support the establishment of a new province, the Riau islands.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Business confidence weakens due to terror
Business confidence weakens due to terror The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The upward trend in business confidence in the country was halted in August and September due to the impact of the Marriott Hotel bombing, the Danareksa Research Institute said in its regular survey on Friday. The business sentiment index (BSI) during the two months stood still at 110.6, defying the previous trend which saw the index rising until July, the survey said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
From Koran Tempo
From Koran Tempo Now that the 2004 general election is approaching, we must all carefully watch the maneuvering of presidential candidates. While our government is still busy dealing with political violence and security affairs, some among the country's political leaders have been fishing in troubled waters. And at all levels of executive, legislative and judicial bodies, negotiations and compromises continue to be sought in an effort to win public support.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Observers advise city to prioritize SMEs and housing
Observers advise city to prioritize SMEs and housing Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Urban observers advised the Jakarta Administration to put a higher priority for the 2004 city budget spending on small- and medium-sized enterprises and other important sectors, particularly public housing.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
ChevronTexaco to build plant in Java
ChevronTexaco to build plant in Java JAKARTA: Amoseas Indonesia Inc. said on Friday that it will build a third geothermal electricity generating plant in West Java, scheduled to start operations early in 2006. The Indonesian unit of the U.S.'s ChevronTexaco Corp. said the new 100-megawatt plant, called Darajat Unit III, will be located adjacent to the existing Darajat Unit II situated near Garut.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Local homemade meals still most popular
Local homemade meals still most popular Maria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakartans still prefer Indonesian food and homemade meals to break their fast, despite the many international restaurants and thriving franchise eateries available across the city. For some Muslim families, the breaking of the fast is considered an important once-a-year occasion when they, hopefully, can sit and enjoy their favorite meals together.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Rebirth of Constitution without legitimacy
Rebirth of Constitution without legitimacy Denny Indrayana, Lecturer, Constitutional Law, University of Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta When a constitution lacks legitimacy, it is but a worthless document. Legitimacy must be present in the drafting of every constitution. Unfortunately, the main weakness of the Constitutional Commission is the absence of legitimacy. John Elster (1993) distinguishes three kinds of legitimacy in the drafting of a constitution.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Students to monitor election
Students to monitor election Slamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Thousands of students from more than 100 universities across the country are expected to be involved in monitoring and voter education work during next year's general elections, it was announced on Friday.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian investor wins Palmerah oil concession
Malaysian investor wins Palmerah oil concession The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Malaysian oil contractor Tately & NV won on Friday the tender for the onshore Palmerah oil and gas concession in South Sumatra, outbidding its strongest rival, Indonesia's state-owned oil and gas company PT Pertamina.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt mulls increasing global bond plan
Govt mulls increasing global bond plan The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Finance Boediono said on Friday that the government may increase the size of its international bond issue next year from the original plan of US$400 million following an upgrade in the country's sovereign rating. He said that the rating upgrade would help reduce the cost of the bond issue. "The rating upgrade will affect the size of the bond plan," Boediono told reporters.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Body of missing soldier returned to RI
Body of missing soldier returned to RI JAYAPURA, Papua: The remains of First. Sgt. Irfan Effendy, an Indonesian soldier killed during a border patrol in the Papua province, was returned to Jayapura from Papua New Guinea territory on Thursday. The body was transported by the Indonesian Air Force helicopter from Vanimo area in the neighboring country, where the body was found by the Papua New Guinea authorities recently.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
JI grooming next generation of terrorists: S'pore
JI grooming next generation of terrorists: S'pore Agence France-Presse, Singapore The Jamaah Islamiyah (JI) terrorist organization is grooming a new generation of militants and planning more Bali-style bomb attacks, Singapore Home Affairs Minister Wong Kan Seng said in comments released here on Friday. Wong told an Asia-Pacific security summit in Hawaii on Thursday that a multi-government crackdown on the al-Qaeda-linked JI had only "disrupted" the group.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
PDI-P provides free buses for 'mudik'
PDI-P provides free buses for 'mudik' JAKARTA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri's Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) is providing free transportation for people wishing to return to their hometowns to celebrate the post-fasting Idul Fitri holiday. With 164 buses, the country's largest political party will send people home to their hometowns in West, Central and East Java provinces this weekend.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Company uses IBRA money to pay bonuses
Company uses IBRA money to pay bonuses BANDUNG: The management of PT Dirgantara Indonesia (DI) used emergency funds of Rp 78 billion (US$9.18 million) from the Indonesian Restructuring Bank Agency (IBRA) to disburse Rp 26 billion to its 9,600 employees to pay their salaries for November, along with their Idul Fitri bonuses.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
City says flood task force enough for holiday
City says flood task force enough for holiday Evi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With the number of Idul Fitri travelers reaching its peak this weekend, the City Administration ensured residents that it would have enough flood watchmen available during the civil servants' official nine-day holiday. Syarafuddin Arsyad, head of the alertness department at the City Public Order Agency, told The Jakarta Post on Friday that the city crisis center would be open 24 hours a day including holidays.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Saturday, November 22, 2003
TV Today: Saturday, November 22, 2003 TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:30 TV Drama: Lorong Waktu 8:00 Documentary 9:00 Religious Teachings 10:30 Children Drama 11:00 Religious Teachings 11:30 Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:00 p.m. Battle of Wits 1:00 News: Berita Siang 2:00 Children Drama 3:00 News 4:00 English News Service 5:00 Religious Teachings 6:00 Religious Songs 7:00 National News 8:00 Music 9:00 News: Dunia Dalam Berita 9:30 TV Drama 11:00 Puppet Show 12:00 a.m.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Sympathetic campaigns
Sympathetic campaigns From Tempo General election campaigns by mobilizing masses of people as a show of force, which frequently causes traffic congestion and even triggers conflict, should now be abandoned. I would suggest that political parties conduct their campaigns in an orderly manner in buildings, at parks and especially through mass media promotional programs.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Idul Fitri menus on offer
Idul Fitri menus on offer YOGYAKARTA: Restaurants in the ancient city of Yogyakarta will open for businesses as usual during Idul Fitri, or Lebaran as it is popularly called, on Nov. 25 and Nov. 26. Mlangi Resto on Jl. Ring Road Barat, Nogotirto, for example, will be open to the public from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Nov.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Tangerang enjoys tax revenue
Tangerang enjoys tax revenue TANGERANG: Newly elected Mayor Wahidin Halim on Thursday gave five motorcycles to his subordinates. He said the five offices had efficiently collected property taxes, adding that tax revenue this year has far exceeded the target. The recipients were the offices of Kelapa Indah, Pabuaran Tumpeng and Sudimara Barat subdistricts, as well as Periuk and Karawaci districts.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Controversy over water resources bill
Controversy over water resources bill Nila Ardhianie, Coordinator, Indonesian Forum on Globalization, Surakarta, Central Java With the delayed discussion of the bill on Water Resources (RUU-SDA) by the House of Representatives (DPR) and the proposed article on irrigation considered by the World Bank a divergence from its original accord with the Indonesian government, this financial institution is likely to cancel the Water Resources Sector Adjustment Loan (WATSAL) and the disbursement of its...
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Firecracker menace
Firecracker menace Year in year and year out the guilty parties are the same -- the people who peddle the illegal stuff and the parents who never learn. Sometimes images in the newspapers of children with fingers maimed and faces burnt do not shock anymore because it happens with alarming regularity, particularly as Hari Raya approaches. But it could be our son on that hospital bed with eyes patched, face scarred and fingers blown off.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Tempe mendoan', an all-time favorite
'Tempe mendoan', an all-time favorite Agus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purwokerto, Central Java Today's youth may favor pizzas or pretzels over Indonesian traditional snacks, but the Javanese tempe mendoan still holds a place in the hearts and bellies of many. Here in Purwokerto regency, where tempe mendoan originates, people crowd the snack center on Jl. Sawangan, round the clock, particularly during holidays. "When we come to Purwokerto, we always buy tempe mendoan.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Korean products gain more popularity in fridge market
Korean products gain more popularity in fridge market Rudijanto Contributor Jakarta With an annual growth rate of 10 percent to 15 percent per annum, the Indonesian refrigerator market is certainly promising and manufacturers are quickly developing new technology and designs to win the hearts of consumers. This year's market size for refrigerators is expected to reach 1.7 million units, distributed among various manufacturers, including Sharp, Toshiba, Sanyo, Samsung and LG.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
2. 2 x 27
2. 2 x 27 Law, bilateral agreements urgent for migrant workers 3. 1 x 45 Parties find new gold mine with selection fees 4. 1 x 29 Students to monitor election 5. 1 x 63 Military has failed to turn Acehnese against rebels: Commander
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
EU parliament condemns military crackdown in Aceh
EU parliament condemns military crackdown in Aceh Agencies Strasbourg/Banda Aceh The European Parliament condemned on Thursday an extension of martial law in the restive province of Aceh and called on Jakarta to revive peace talks with separatist rebels. In a joint resolution, members of the European Union assembly also urged the rebel Free Aceh Movement (GAM) to lay down its arms and "pursue its cause through the democratic process".
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
The second six months for Aceh
The second six months for Aceh As the first six-month military operation in Aceh has yet to crush the rebellious activities of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), the government has decided to extend the operation for another six months. The second, six-month period of martial law started on Wednesday, based on Presidential Decree No. 97/2003, which legalizes an integrated operation, to include economic recovery, law enforcement and security restoration, as well as administrative order.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Security beefed up worldwide 2
* Headlines: Security beefed up worldwide 2 * National: EU condemns extension of martial law in Aceh 4 * Archipelago: Acehnese forced to celebrate Idul Fitri in camps5 * Opinion: U.S. and democratization in the Middle east 6 * City: Police upgrade security at Soekarno-Hatta airport 8 * Sports: Furyk, Hass inspire U.S.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
On national plus schools
On national plus schools While I generally read Simon Gower's frequent articles in The Jakarta Post with mild interest, I was somewhat incredulous at some of the comments made in his most recent article RI's schools should target higher standards (the Post, Nov. 15). For him to suggest that "national plus" schools operate within their own social microcosm isolated from Indonesian education and society is both ill-informed and totally at odds with reality of national plus education.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bogus journalists annoy City Hall staff
Bogus journalists annoy City Hall staff Bambang Nurbianto and Marilin, The Jakarta Post Jakarta/Depok With Idul Fitri approaching, officials at the city halls in Jakarta and Depok are having to deal with the annual arrival of bogus journalists demanding a holiday bonus.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Health checks
Health checks on bus drivers From Warta Kota The communications ministry requires bus drivers to have a health check to ensure that they can drive passengers safely, especially in connection with the Muslim post-fasting (Lebaran) festivities. Unfortunately, this health check may not be effective, given the short time allowed, especially as public transportation companies want their drivers to make best use of Lebaran.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
KPU to define 'disgracelful behavior'
KPU to define 'disgracelful behavior' JAKARTA: The General Elections Commission (KPU) may issue a definition of "disgraceful behavior" in an instruction that could be used to block the candidacies of some presidential hopefuls, a KPU member says. KPU member Mulyana W. Kusumah said on Friday such a regulation was necessary as several potential presidential nominees had allegedly received funds from questionable sources.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Law, bilateral agreements urgent for migrant workers
Law, bilateral agreements urgent for migrant workers A. Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The enactment of a law protecting migrant workers in receiving countries is much more urgently needed than the recently signed joint ministerial decree to set up advocacy teams overseas, observers said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pressure mounts to oust Flores regent
Pressure mounts to oust Flores regent Yemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara The East Flores branch of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) demanded on Friday that the regency legislative council convene a plenary meeting immediately to oust regent Felix Fernandez from office.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
The politics of religious pluralism
The politics of religious pluralism Muhamad Ali, Lecturer, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University (UIN), Jakarta, muhamad@hawaii.edu Religion has become part of not only private but also public life in Indonesia as elsewhere. The question about how the state should deal with religious pluralism remains unresolved and therefore needs to be rethought. The Indonesian Constitution clearly states that every person has the right to worship according to his or her own religion and beliefs.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Council differs on report
Council differs on report BOGOR: The Justice Party faction of Bogor City Council has rejected the accountability report of Mayor HR Iswara Natanegara, saying that the administration had failed to deal with chronic traffic congestion and to curb rampant corruption. The faction is the only one of 12 on the Council to have rejected the report. Faction speaker Ahmad Ru'yat said that although many of the administration's projects had been completed, many more were merely disappointing.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
No paper
No paper In observance of the Idul Fitri holiday and in line with government instruction, The Jakarta Post will not be published from Monday (Nov. 24) through Wednesday (Nov. 26). The Post will reappear on Thursday (Nov. 27). -- Publisher
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Acehnese forced to celebrate Idul Fitri in camps
Acehnese forced to celebrate Idul Fitri in camps Teuku Agam Muzakkir, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam As Idul Fitri approaches, there is little to look forward to for those Acehnese forced into refugee camps by the conflict between the government and the separatist Free Aceh Movement.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Siliwangi residents sue Jakarta governor
Siliwangi residents sue Jakarta governor Evi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Dozens of residents of a disputed plot of land on Jl. Senen Raya filed a lawsuit against Governor Sutiyoso for issuing an order to vacate the area in the absence of a valid document to back the eviction, a lawyer said on Thursday. Reinhard Parapat of the Indonesian Legal Aid and Human Rights Association (PBHI), said the case had been filed at the Jakarta State Administrative Court.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Security up worldwide after Istanbul attack
Security up worldwide after Istanbul attack Agencies, Paris/Hong Kong/Jakarta Countries worldwide stepped up security on Friday, especially around U.S. and British installations, in the wake of Thursday's suicide bombings in Istanbul that left 27 people dead and 450 people injured.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
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;JP;DAN; ANPAf..r.. Rupiah-conversion-rates Rupiah Rates Aug JP/13/Conver Rupiah Rates Aug Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 6,525.62 5,799.50 6,195.62 6,129.27 Brunei dollar 1 5,251.02 4,667.25 4,985.47 4,932.64 Canadian dollar 1 6,929.68 6,160.51 6,579.25 6,510.81 Swiss franc 1 6,947.26 6,176.13 6,595.94 6,527.32 Danish krone 1 1,446.64 1,286.25 1,373.48 1,359.39 Euro 1 10,760.36 9,565.64 10,216.21 10,109.56 Poundsterling 1 15,385.49...
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Beware politicians
Beware politicians bearing gifts From Media Indonesia As the 2004 general election nears, we should be alert for various political occurrences that could prevent the people from going to the polls, such as political violence and security disturbances. Behind the tension and violence that may arise, some politicians may be trying to benefit their own interests.
Sat, 22 Nov 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bilateral trade ties hurt by row: China
Bilateral trade ties hurt by row: China Agence France-Presse, Beijing China warned the United States on Friday bilateral trade will be hurt if import quotas are slapped on textile products, as the U.S. Federal Reserve chief cautioned against "creeping protectionism". U.S. Ambassador Clark Randt was called in by Chinese Vice Minister of Commerce Ma Xiuhong for an emergency meeting on Thursday, a day after he was hauled in by Vice Foreign Minister Zhou Wenzhong, the Xinhua news agency said.