Archive: 26 February 2003
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Wed, 26 Feb 2003
BPK finds huge irregularities in state funds
BPK finds huge irregularities in state fundsDadan Wijaksana The Jakarta Post JakartaThe Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) said on Tuesday it had found irregularities amounting to the value of Rp 456.3 trillion (about US$60 billion) in the use of state funds in 2001 and 2002, providing yet further evidence...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
'Public recklessness main cause of fire'
'Public recklessness main cause of fire' Following the blaze that razed over 5,500 kiosks at Tanah Abang Market last week, city residents realized that their properties were vulnerable to fires. However, public negligence of fire systems and safety precautions deserved to be blamed for the blaze.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
'Chikungunya' spreads to West Timor, Central Sulawesi
'Chikungunya' spreads to West Timor, Central SulawesiNana Rukmana and Yemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, Kupang The disease chikungunya, which first emerged in Bandung, West Java, last December, has spread to East Nusa Tenggara and Central Sulawesi.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
No mystery surrounds 'chikungunya' disease
No mystery surrounds 'chikungunya' diseaseTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "Chiku-what? Is that Sundanese?"A fair enough question coming from someone who knows nothing about the so called "mysterious" disease currently spreading through West Java and parts of East Java and North...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 25, 2003:
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 25, 2003:---------------------------------------------------------------- Name Close Change Volume ---------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 575 0 0 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Fishermen snag Chinese treasure
Fishermen snag Chinese treasure JAKARTA: Five fishermen discovered a haul of Chinese ceramics at the bottom of the South China Sea after their nets got snagged on the sunken treasure.The fishermen from Bangka island discovered the antique Chinese dishes and bowls after diving 90 meters to free...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
JICT plans international-standard seaport
JICT plans international-standard seaportRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta An official from the Jakarta International Container Terminal (JICT), Indonesia's largest container terminal company, said it would spend around US$70 million this year to upgrade facilities in a drive to become...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
* Headlines:AGO to probe alleged Bank Lippo manipulation 2
* Headlines:AGO to probe alleged Bank Lippo manipulation 2 * National: FPI revives militia wing,police warn against raids4 * Archipelago:Sunk ferry death toll climbs to 285 * Opinion: Rolling out red carpet for a committee on FOIA 7 * City: Tanah Abang traders, city agree on relocation8 * Sports:...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Judicial review of the election bill
Judicial review of the election bill The Justice Party at the House of Representatives plans to submit a judicial review to the Supreme Court on the recently deliberated election bill, which it claims is unfair.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Australian Airlines to add services to Bali
Australian Airlines to add services to BaliAgence France-Presse, Sydney Fledgling carrier Australian Airlines demonstrated faith on Tuesday that Bali will bounce back as Australia's preferred holiday destination by announcing plans to increase flights to Denpasar.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Agilent sees growing revenues
Agilent sees growing revenuesSINGAPORE: U.S.-based tech giant Agilent Technologies said Tuesday it expects 40 percent of its total revenues to come from Asia by 2005, cushioning sluggish sales in the U.S. and European markets.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Oil and gas industries criticize new investment bill
Oil and gas industries criticize new investment billA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Local oil and gas companies are urging the government to revise the draft of the new investment bill because it is "too liberal.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Laura discloses family identity
Laura discloses family identity JAKARTA: Laura Wendari, who was rumored to be one of Vice President Hamzah Haz' daughters, made public her family background on Tuesday at City Police Headquarters."My father is Nur Muhammad Bachtiar and my mother is L.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Welcoming the Special Committee on Freedom of Information Act
Welcoming the Special Committee on Freedom of Information ActIgnatius Haryanto Campaign Coordinator Coalition for Freedom of Information Act Jakarta The House of Representatives (DPR) in their plenary session announced on Feb.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
CPP oil output continues to decline: BP Migas
CPP oil output continues to decline: BP MigasThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The oil output volume at the Coastal Plains Pekanbaru (CPP) block in Riau has declined since last year and has now reached a record low, said an official.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
House to read 3rd political bill next week
House to read 3rd political bill next weekKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Following the endorsement of the laws on political parties and general elections, the House of Representatives was scheduled to read the bill on the composition of the legislative bodies, which gives less power to...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
JP/13/Caltex
JP/13/CaltexCPP oil output continues to decline: BP MigasThe Jakarta Post JakartaThe oil output volume at the Coastal Plains Pekanbaru (CPP) block in Riau has declined since last year and has now reached a record low, said an official.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
1. LIPPO: 3 x 22
1. LIPPO: 3 x 22 AGO to investigate alleged Bank Lippo manipulation 2. BPK: 1 x 45 BPK finds huge irregularities in state funds 3. HOLIDAY: 1 x 45 Govt moves holidays to give longer weekends 4. PROTEST: 1 x 34 Minor unions reject new labor law 5. ODD: 1 x 30 Months old girl, boy married
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Labor law to woo investment
Labor law to woo investmentMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives endorsed on Tuesday the manpower bill, previously known as the labor protection and development bill, aimed at giving more legal protection to workers but at the same time creating a positive...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Habibie to meet Megawati, Soeharto
Habibie to meet Megawati, SoehartoM. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Former president B.J. Habibie, now residing in Germany, plans to meet his predecessor Soeharto and President Megawati Soekarnoputri in his bid to build reconciliation among the country's former heads of state when he...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Laura discloses family identity
Laura discloses family identity JAKARTA: Laura Wendari, who was rumored to be one of Vice President Hamzah Haz' daughters, made public her family background on Tuesday at City Police Headquarters."My father is Nur Muhammad Bachtiar and my mother is L.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Eka Life launches Excellink
Eka Life launches Excellink JAKARTA: Eka Life insurance, a joint venture between Sinar Mas Group of Indonesia and Ayala Group of the Philippines, launched on Monday a new life insurance product that combines protection and investment services.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
TV Program: Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2003
TV Program: Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2003.TB.30" 1.00" TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m.Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi6:30 English News Service7:30 Children's Program: Pentas Ceria8:00 Talk Show:RT / RW 8:30 DRTV Indonesia9:00 TV Drama: Janji Cinta 9:30 Cooking Program: Menu Sehat10:30...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Minor unions reject new labor law
Minor unions reject new labor lawMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A coalition of minor labor unions are determined to intensify their resistance to the bill on labor protection endorsed by the House of Representatives on Tuesday, claiming that the new law favored the interests of...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
PLN says fire not from substations
PLN says fire not from substationsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned electric company PLN rejected on Tuesday the accusation that the Tanah Abang fire was caused by a short circuit in one of its four substations in the market, saying that the substations were protected by safety devices.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Czechs seek more trade opportunities in RI
Czechs seek more trade opportunities in RIArya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A trade mission from the Czech Republic has been visiting a number of cities in Indonesia in a bid to explore more trade opportunities between the two countries.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Advani's resignation sought
Advani's resignation sought INDIA: India's opposition staged a noisy walkout of parliament on Tuesday demanding the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani and another minister for their alleged role in the 1992 demolition of a mosque by Hindu zealots.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Digital printing more cost effective
Digital printing more cost effectiveBy Rangga Ivananda Contributor JakartaDigital printing technology is a continuation of digital imaging. Once digital imaging is completed on a computer, its result can be then printed on digital printers.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
U.S. tells Asia to shore up security or lose trade
U.S. tells Asia to shore up security or lose tradeReuters, Bangkok The Asia-Pacific region needs to tighten transport security against the threat of terror attacks or face a drop-off in trade, a U.S. official said on Tuesday.Eduardo Aguirre, vice chairman of the U.S.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
1. LABOR: 1 x 28
1. LABOR: 1 x 28 New labor law to woo investment 2. KOREA: 1 x 46 N. Korean missile upstages Seoul inauguration 3. HASSAN: 1 x 38 RI says N. Korea move 'regrettable' 4. WIRANTO: 3 x 18 UN indicts Wiranto for 1999 East Timor crimes
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
4 x 12
4 x 12 Sunk ferry death toll climbs to 28, 46 missing JP/5/Epidemics2 x 25 'Chikungunya' spreads to West Timor, Central Sulawesi JP/5/kastari1 x 43 Police submit Slamet's dossier to prosecutors JP/5/GOVERNOR1 x 57 PDI Perjuangan not to run in West Java gubernatorial race
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
UN indicts Wiranto for 1999 East Timor crimes
UN indicts Wiranto for 1999 East Timor crimesAgencies, Jakarta The United Nations indicted on Tuesday former Indonesian Military chief Gen. (ret) Wiranto, along with six other high-ranking officers and East Timor's ex-governor for crimes against humanity during the territory's bloody independence...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Peace, pleasure and pancakes at Milas
Peace, pleasure and pancakes at MilasZora Rahman, Contributor, Yogyakarta Indonesia is not exactly what you would call a popular, overcrowded tourist destination these days. While Khao San Road in Bangkok is bursting with travelers from all over the world, corresponding areas on Java or Bali are...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Oil and gas industries criticize new investment bill
Oil and gas industries criticize new investment billA'an Suryana The Jakarta Post Jakarta Local oil and gas companies are urging the government to revise the draft of the new investment bill because it is "too liberal.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
1. NAM: 1 x 52
1. NAM: 1 x 52 Non-aligned nations criticize U.S. over Iraq policy 2. UN: 2 x 27 Americans fire a warning shot across French bow 3. JAPAN: 2 x 34 ASEAN, Japan should move forward beyond economic ties, experts say 4. HEALTH: 1 x 48 'Tobacco, alcohol, drugs kill 7 million a year'
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Newly-approved manpower law will replace Law No. 25/1997 on
Newly-approved manpower law will replace Law No. 25/1997 on the workforce which was made during the New Order era but then rejected by workers in the reform era, because, in their view, it negated workers fundamental rights.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
14 Indonesians jailed for hijacking
14 Indonesians jailed for hijacking BOMBAY: An Indian court sentenced 14 Indonesians to seven years in prison on Tuesday for the 1999 hijacking of a Japanese freighter hauling millions of dollars in aluminum.The pirates, armed with guns and knives, overpowered the Alondra Rainbow's crew on Oct.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Toyota Camry ranked as top vehicle in Indonesia
Toyota Camry ranked as top vehicle in IndonesiaWith a great international reputation, and now a great local one as well, the Toyota Camry seems to be close to perfection. Can you imagine what it's like to drive Indonesian Car of the Year 2002?The Toyota Camry has made massive inroads into the...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
NAM members seeks to end marginalization of poor states
NAM members seeks to end marginalization of poor statesAssociated Press, Kuala Lumpur Non-aligned countries appealed on Tuesday for globalization to benefit poor nations and vowed to work together to command a bigger voice on the world stage.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Strange things afoot in KONI election
Strange things afoot in KONI electionMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The three-day congress of the National Sports Council (KONI) began on Tuesday with the council chairmanship candidacy becoming a hot issue outside the meeting hall.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
20,000 families to be relocated
20,000 families to be relocated BENGKULU: The government is planning to transmigrate 20,000 families to several provinces in the country this year, a senior government official said on Tuesday."We have allocated Rp 700 billion (US$85 million) in funds to support various transmigration programs,"...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Laura discloses family identity
Laura discloses family identity JAKARTA: Laura Wendari, who was rumored to be one of Vice President Hamzah Haz' daughters, made public her family background on Tuesday at City Police Headquarters."My father is Nur Muhammad Bachtiar and my mother is L.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Police submit Slamet's dossier to prosecutors
Police submit Slamet's dossier to prosecutorsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Police in Riau province said on Tuesday they had submitted the case file of Mas Slamet bin Kastari, the alleged leader of Singapore's Jamaah Islamiyah (JI) terror group, to prosecutors in the provincial capital of Pekanbaru.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Maids, suppliers, give city officials headache
Maids, suppliers, give city officials headacheTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Seemingly washing their hands of the problem, officials at the Jakarta Manpower Agency said on Tuesday that problems arising from unscrupulous maids and their supply agencies were beyond their reach.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Checked
CheckedCOUNTRY PROFILE: KuwaitADVERTORIAL Hemoco's oil refinery project in Selayar Island, South Sulawesi, makes significant progress The development of the Hemoco International Oil Refinery Project in Selayar Island, South Sulawesi, has entered a crucial stage.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
RI lacks clean water: Expert
RI lacks clean water: Expert MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: Chairman of the Indonesian Association of Drinking Water Companies (Perpamsi) Ridwan Syahputra said that only around 20 percent of the Indonesian population had access to clean water produced by Local Drinking Water Companies (PDAM).
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Sunk ferry death toll climbs to 28, 46 missing
Sunk ferry death toll climbs to 28, 46 missingApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan, North Sumatra The death toll from the sinking of an overloaded ferry in rough seas off North Sumatra rose to at least 28 people on Tuesday while rescuers continued to search for more than 46 others missing and...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
RI, South Africa agree to hold Asia-Africa meet at birthplace
RI, South Africa agree to hold Asia-Africa meet at birthplaceFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Kuala Lumpur Inspired by a similar event almost five decades back, the Asian African Sub-regional Organization Conference (ASROC) jointly organized by Indonesia and South Africa in Bandung in April...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Eka Life launches Excellink
Eka Life launches Excellink JAKARTA: Eka Life insurance, a joint venture between Sinar Mas Group of Indonesia and Ayala Group of the Philippines, launched on Monday a new life insurance product that combines protection and investment services.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
FPI revives militia wing, police warn against raids
FPI revives militia wing, police warn against raidsBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Islam Defenders Front (FPI) is reactivating its feared paramilitary wing, with the same mission as before -- fighting against immorality in its own way if necessary.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
S'pore mother jailed for burning maid
S'pore mother jailed for burning maid SINGAPORE: A doctor turned consultant was sentenced to four months in a Singapore jail after admitting to burning her Indonesian maid's arm with an iron, it was reported on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
RI says N. Korea move 'regrettable'
RI says N. Korea move 'regrettable'Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Kuala Lumpur Indonesia fell short of condemning North Korea for test-firing a missile on Tuesday, which could hamper a peaceful settlement to the nuclear stand-off on the Peninsula.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Non-aligned nations criticize U.S. over Iraq policy
Non-aligned nations criticize U.S. over Iraq policySaif Eldin Hamdan, Reuters, Kuala Lumpur Leaders of the developing world stepped up behind Iraq on the final day of a summit on Tuesday, lashing out at U.S. aggression and upholding the role of the United Nations to resolve crises.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
PDI-P declares Kwik's case closed
PDI-P declares Kwik's case closed JAKARTA: Leaders of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) declared Kwik Kian Gie's case closed on Tuesday after Kwik clarified his statement during the party's weekly meeting.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
ASEAN, Japan should move forward beyond economic ties, experts say
ASEAN, Japan should move forward beyond economic ties, experts sayBerni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and Japan should extend their cooperation beyond economic ties in the face of China's growing might, experts from ASEAN...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
House seeks input on freedom
House seeks input on freedom JAKARTA: A House of Representatives (DPR) committee deliberating the bill on freedom of information is inviting feedback from officials and activists of non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Tanah Abang traders, city agree on relocation
Tanah Abang traders, city agree on relocationDamar Harsanto and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Traders of the gutted Tanah Abang textile market in Central Jakarta have been allowed to resume trading at a temporary site in the parking lot of Block F of the market, while the market is...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Election of BI governor
Election of BI governorFrom Media Indonesia For the first time in the history of the central bank, Bank Indonesia (BI), its governor will be elected on the basis of an agreement between the government and the House of Representatives. The election process is based on the new Law No.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
East Java's BEM to abstain from elections
East Java's BEM to abstain from elections SURABAYA: Members of East Java's Student Executive Board (BEM) agreed on Tuesday to abstain from voting in the 2004 general election to protest what they see as the undemocratic election bill recently passed into law.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
FedEx golf league set to began its seventh season with 26 teams
FedEx golf league set to began its seventh season with 26 teamsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 2003 season of the six-series FedEx Corporate Golf League will kick off next month, with 26 teams set to compete through six different golf courses.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Man commits suicide in bathroom
Man commits suicide in bathroom TANGERANG: Distressed due to being jobless, 35-year-old Suganda, a resident of Bojong Poncol village in Kunciran subdistrict, Tangerang municipality, hanged himself in his bathroom late Monday evening.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Don't damage green areas
Don't damage green areasFrom Pikiran Rakyat After suffering a spate of natural disasters in West Java, such as the landslides in Garut and calamities in other areas, people here, particularly those living in Bandung, should realize that they need to do something to prevent the situation from...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
PDI Perjuangan not to run in West Java gubernatorial race
PDI Perjuangan not to run in West Java gubernatorial raceYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung Megawati Soekarnoputri's Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) has sprung a surprise by dropping out of the race for West Java's gubernatorial post, despite the fact that the...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Non-Aligned Movement seeks to end marginalization of poor
Non-Aligned Movement seeks to end marginalization of poor countries Associated Press Kuala LumpurNon-aligned countries appealed on Tuesday for globalization to benefit poor nations and vowed to work together to command a bigger voice on the world stage.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OF H.E. THE AMBASSADOR OF
INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OF H.E. THE AMBASSADOR OF SRI LANKAToday, Feb. 4, 2003, Sri Lanka celebrates her 55th anniversary of gaining Independence from her colonial ruler. It is my great pleasure on this very special day to address our Indonesian friends, and the Sri Lankans and others living here...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
House seeks input on freedom
House seeks input on freedom JAKARTA: A House of Representatives (DPR) committee deliberating the bill on freedom of information is inviting feedback from officials and activists of non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
S'pore mother jailed for burning maid
S'pore mother jailed for burning maid SINGAPORE: A doctor turned consultant was sentenced to four months in a Singapore jail after admitting to burning her Indonesian maid's arm with an iron, it was reported on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
New labor law
New labor law Both workers and employers won some and lost some in the labor law that was approved by the House of Representatives on Tuesday after more than five years' delay that was marred by intermittent labor demonstrations.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Today's cameras and printers: Fully digitalized
Today's cameras and printers: Fully digitalized By Megy Magdalena Contributor Jakarta Compact, quick and practical. These are only some of the superior features of today's digital cameras. One does not have to waste time for the entire process of printing photos.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
BPK finds huge irregularities in state funds
BPK finds huge irregularities in state fundsDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) said on Tuesday it had found irregularities amounting to the value of Rp 456.3 trillion (about US$60 billion) in the use of state funds in 2001 and 2002, providing yet further...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Police hunt killer crocodile
Police hunt killer crocodile SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: Police officers and at least four animal wranglers have been deployed to catch a killer crocodile that has attacked and killed several villagers in Sangkimah subdistrict, East Kutai regency.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Govt moves holidays to give longer weekends
Govt moves holidays to give longer weekendsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta A number of national holidays this year will be shifted so as to ensure longer weekends as part of an attempt by the government to aid the country's battered tourism sector, it was announced on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Government, employers and workers join forces in fighting HIV/AIDS
Government, employers and workers join forces in fighting HIV/AIDSZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government, employers and workers organizations declared on Tuesday a tripartite commitment to curbing the spread of HIV/AIDS through workplace prevention programs.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
[b]U.S. Dollar Rates Feb. 25
U.S. Dollar Rates Feb. 25 Latest %Change Yen 117.07-15 -0.69 Euro* 1.0794-97 0.00 Sterling* 1.5772-74 -0.64 Swiss franc 1.3560-67 +0.01 Canadian dollar 1.4878-81 -0.20 Australian dollar* 0.6061-66 +0.26 New Zealand dollar* 0.5662-67 +0.27 Czech koruna 29.210-40 -0.35 Hungary forint 226.21-76 +0.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
School on verge of collapse
School on verge of collapse BEKASI: The building of state elementary school No. 22 in Jatiwaringin subdistrict of Bekasi in West Java is said to be on the verge of collapse, according to one legislator, and thus endangers the lives of the 500 students.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Where to go in Surabaya, for Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2003
Where to go in Surabaya, for Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2003 Exhibitions* Painting, Vibrasi by Hengki Qusta, at Gallery Surabaya, Jl. Pemuda No. 15, Surabaya, (Tel. 031-5454120), March 9 to March 15, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Design, Cikrak, at Auditorium CCCL, CCCL-French Cultural Center, Jl.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
If Kwik can be intimidated, what about the rest of us?
If Kwik can be intimidated, what about the rest of us?Ong Hock Chuan, Consultant, Maverick, Jakarta The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) stalwart Kwik Kian Gie has had to eat crow over his remarks that the party is the most corrupt party in Indonesia.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
AGO to investigate alleged Bank Lippo manipulation
AGO to investigate alleged Bank Lippo manipulationDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Attorney General's Office said it had set up a special team to investigate alleged manipulation by Bank Lippo's management to allow the former owner to regain control of the bank at a huge discount,...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Mayor denies project mark-ups, lying to KPKPN
Mayor denies project mark-ups, lying to KPKPNMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang, Banten Tangerang Mayor M. Thamrin dismissed on Tuesday reports that he was aware of mark-ups in the construction of the Tangerang municipal administration office complex, and that he had submitted a less then...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Message from SriLankan Airlines Country Manager
Message from SriLankan Airlines Country Manager SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a long-standing member of the Jakarta community. Our operating schedule has changed over the years but in the year 2000 we took a conscious decision to increase our presence in...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 25, 2003:
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 25, 2003:---------------------------------------------------------------- Name Close Change Volume ---------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 575 0 0 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0...
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Rupiah Rates Feb. 25
Rupiah Rates Feb. 25 JP/13/ConverRupiah Rates Feb. 25 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 5,684.98 5,075.48 5,408.96 5,351.27 Brunei dollar 1 5,406.09 4,827.71 5,143.61 5,090.03Canadian dollar 1 6,294.48 5,620.52 5,988.87 5,925.93Swiss franc 1 6,918.09 6,179.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Police hunt killer crocodile
Police hunt killer crocodile SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: Police officers and at least four animal wranglers have been deployed to catch a killer crocodile that has attacked and killed several villagers in Sangkimah subdistrict, East Kutai regency.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Rolling out the red carpet for Special Committee on FOIA
Rolling out the red carpet for Special Committee on FOIAIgnatius Haryanto, Campaign Coordinator, Coalition for Freedom of Information Act, Jakarta The House of Representatives (DPR) in their plenary session announced on Feb.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Regent nabbed with fake diploma
Regent nabbed with fake diploma PEKANBARU, Riau: Police here said on Tuesday they have named Kampar Regent Djefri Noer of Riau province a suspect for allegedly possessing a counterfeit diploma."Djefri Noer has officially been declared a suspect in the case of a fake diploma," Riau Police chief Brig.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
Landslide destroys houses in Jember
Landslide destroys houses in Jember JEMBER, East Java: A landslide triggered by heavy rain occurred in the East Java regency of Jember on Monday evening, destroying at least five houses and damaging 12 others in Arjasa village. No casualties were reported.
Wed, 26 Feb 2003
25 slain in new RP fighting
25 slain in new RP fighting PHILIPPINES: Thirteen people have died in new clashes between the military and Moro separatists in the southern Philippines even as Malaysia and Libya offered to mediate a solution to the 25-year insurgency.