Archive: 28 February 2003
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Fri, 28 Feb 2003
We need another 'Bung' Karno
We need another 'Bung' Karno From Rakyat MerdekaIndonesia's first president Sukarno, better known as Bung (Brother) Karno, was excellent at uniting this nation by means of, among other things, identifying a common enemy.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 27. 2003:
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 27. 2003:---------------------------------------------------------- Name Close Change Volume ---------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 550 0 2,500 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
ASEAN, Japan to set up body to back bonds by Asian companies
ASEAN, Japan to set up body to back bonds by Asian companiesAgence France-Presse, Tokyo The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries and Japan plan to set up a new body in two years to guarantee bonds issued by major Asian companies to help them raise stable long-term funds, a...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Slamet's dossier return to police
Slamet's dossier return to policeChaidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau Prosecutors said here on Thursday they had returned the case file of Mas Slamet bin Kastari, the alleged chief operative in Singapore of the Jamaah Islamiyah terrorist network, to police in Riau province for...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
'Holiday changes encourage laziness'
'Holiday changes encourage laziness'Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The holiday shift introduced by the government in order to allow people to enjoy longer weekends is a bad precedent for the country's education, as it will discourage the cultivation of a hard-working culture,...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Two ships collide off Malaysian coast
Two ships collide off Malaysian coast MALAYSIA: Two ships have collided off Malaysia's southern Johor coast, a marine office spokesman said on Thursday.The Sanko Robust, a cargo ship registered at Monrovia port, and the Tirta Mas, a semi-container registered in Jakarta collided Wednesday night near...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
The magic of digitalization
The magic of digitalizationBy Ari Darmawan Contributor JakartaOne of the latest advances in technology is digitalization. The word "digital" has mesmerized almost everyone, from kids to adults. Almost every activity in human life is now in one way or another related to this phenomenon, as today...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Scholars win Australia Asia Award
Scholars win Australia Asia Award JAKARTA: An Islamic scholar and a former journalist have won the Australia Asia Award 2003, which will enable them to pursue a doctoral and master's degree respectively in Australia under a full scholarship program.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
TV Today: Friday, Feb. 28, 2003
TV Today: Friday, Feb. 28, 2003 .TB.30" .90"TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:00 a.m.Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 English News Service7:30 Children's Program: Pentas Ceria 8:00 Talk Show: RT/RW8:30 DRTV9:00 TV Drama: Budi Pekerti10:00 Music11:00 News: Berita Dearah11:30 Music: Konteswara12:00...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
I have the time for KONI, says Agum
I have the time for KONI, says AgumThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The newly elected chairman of the National Sports Council (KONI), Agum Gumelar, who is also the transportation minister, promised that he would be able to devote enough of his time to manage the organization.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
1. MEGA: 4 x 12
1. MEGA: 4 x 12 RI promises to attract investment, lacks action 2. ELECTION: 2 x 24 KPU to stick with own 2004 elections schedule 3. IRAQ: 1 x 50 War with Iraq not against Islam: Religious leaders 4. KOREA: 2 x 24 N. Korea again fires up reactor, fueling jittersorN.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
1. INSIGHT: 1 x 45
1. INSIGHT: 1 x 45 Giving peace a chance to take root in Aceh 2. ACEH: 1 x 40 More foreigners arrive to bolster peace 3. CBS: 2 x 25 'CBS', U.S. govt in flap over Saddam interview 4. CHINA: 2 x 25 Reticent China straddles UNSC debate on Iraq
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
40,000 people in C. Sulawesi illiterate
40,000 people in C. Sulawesi illiterate PALU, Central Sulawesi: At least 40,000 people between the ages of 10 to 45 of eight regencies in Central Sulawesi are illiterate, the provincial education office in Palu revealed.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Glodok remains messy
Glodok remains messyFrom Warta KotaThe area in front of the Harco Building in Glodok, West Jakarta, remains messy despite the iron fence and traffic signs. Clearly, local authorities have failed to exercise proper control over this area.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Govt to review controversial highway project in Aceh
Govt to review controversial highway project in AcehMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri has ordered her ministers to review the planned construction of a road that will pass through Leuser National Park in Aceh.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
b]* Headlines: E. Timor denies indicting RI generals 2
b]* Headlines: E. Timor denies indicting RI generals 2 * National: TNI chief stands by controversial bill4 * Archipelago: Police reported over violence against press5 * Opinion: Replace Lippo management6 * City:Tanah Abang traders ask for free rent8 * Sports:Woods wins, Els loses at World Matchplay...
Fri, 28 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.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 27. 2003:
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb. 27. 2003:---------------------------------------------------------- Name Close Change Volume ---------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 550 0 2,500 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk...
Fri, 28 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.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Megawati must learn from history
Megawati must learn from historyIgnas Kleden, The Center for East, Indonesian Affairs/CEIA, Jakarta From time to time Indonesia has had to grapple with serious questions when public concern rises to a certain point.One such question is of national leadership.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
JP/7/NUG
JP/7/NUGDili indictment based on history of command responsibilityNug Katjasungkana Contributor Dili On Tuesday, the Dili-based Office of the Prosecutor General of Timor Leste issued an indictment of former military commander Gen.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
House kills motion against convicted corruptor Akbar
House kills motion against convicted corruptor AkbarKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite pressure from the public and legislators, the House of Representatives (DPR) failed again on Thursday to decide on a motion brought against criminal convict Akbar Tandjung, speaker of the House.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Dropping IMF would weaken RI's credibility: Economist
Dropping IMF would weaken RI's credibility: EconomistDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia is not yet ready to terminate the current role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as such a move would risk the country losing crucial foreign financing sources and damage investor...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Mahatir urges use of currencies other than U.S. dollar
Mahatir urges use of currencies other than U.S. dollarAgence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur The U.S. dollar's dominance in global trade and transactions has distorted the world economy including that of the United States, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Working group to help distribute AIDS drug
Working group to help distribute AIDS drugZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta People living with HIV/AIDS in Indonesia have a new hope for alleviating symptoms and delaying the onset of full-blown AIDS for those with the HIV virus as the government has arranged the supply of inexpensive generic...
Fri, 28 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.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Probe against Tangerang mayor sought
Probe against Tangerang mayor sought TANGERANG: Some 150 residents of Bencongan subdistrict, in Curug district of Tangerang regency staged a rally at the Tangerang Prosecutors Office on Wednesday, demanding that the investigation into Mayor Mochamad Thamrin be started soon.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Minister elected KONI's new chairman
Minister elected KONI's new chairmanMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Transportation Minister Agum Gumelar was voted in as the new chairman of the National Sports Council (KONI) as a three-day congress ended here on Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Taxi cooperative urged to settle dispute
Taxi cooperative urged to settle disputeNovan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta City Council Commission B on economic affairs suggested that disputing parties within the Kosti Jaya taxi cooperative settle their differences internally and peacefully through talks, during which they should take...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
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;JP;sps; ANPAf..r.. Rupiah-conversion-ratesRupiah Rates Feb.27 JP/13/ConverRupiah Rates Feb.27 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,723.00 5,110.10 5,446.04 5,386.83Brunei dollar 1 5,423.40 4,845.16 5,160.94 5,107.55Canadian dollar 1 6,302.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Int'l agencies support family planning
Int'l agencies support family planning KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Four international agencies are providing aid to support the implementation of family planning and population programs in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) thus year, the provincial planned parenthood board has announced in Palu.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Southern RP blacked out by rebels
Southern RP blacked out by rebels PHILIPPINES: Moro separatists blacked out the southern third of the Philippines in overnight sabotage attacks, leaving about 18 million people in the dark for hours, officials said on Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Grant projects ignore the public
Grant projects ignore the publicJP/4/scene JAKARTA: The Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW) said on Thursday that the implementation of projects involving foreign grants in the country still ignored public participation and transparency.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
BP may get extension of its Kangean gas contract
BP may get extension of its Kangean gas contractA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite a well-publicized gas pipe leak, Anglo-American energy giant BP Plc is likely to get an extension from the government for its Kangean gas contract in East Java.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
JP/4/scene
JP/4/sceneSamudra's dossier returned to police DENPASAR, Bali: Prosecutors returned to police on Thursday the dossier of Imam Samudra, alias Abdul Aziz, the alleged mastermind behind the terrorist attacks on the resort island of Bali last October, due to lack of evidence.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
E. Timor denies indicting RI generals
E. Timor denies indicting RI generalsBerni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The East Timor government denied on Thursday news reports that it has indicted former Indonesian Military chief Gen. (ret) Wiranto and five other generals for crimes against humanity, ending concerns of a diplomatic...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Choice of execution
Choice of execution From KompasThere are several methods for executing someone who has been sentenced to death: a firing squad, hanging, stoning, electrocution or fatal injection.The last choice would be suitable for Indonesia as this country is based on the five principles of Pancasila in which...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
City chalks up 3.87% growth in 2002
City chalks up 3.87% growth in 2002 JAKARTA: The capital city enjoyed a 3.87 percent economic growth rate, slightly higher than the national figure of 3.66 percent last year.This year, however, the figure is expected to decline, especially since the fire at Tanah Abang textile market, Central...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
`Mr. Moms', wives dealing with odd territory
`Mr. Moms', wives dealing with odd territoryBruce Emond, Contributor, Jakarta After 12 years shouldering the burden as the sole bread-winner in her family, "Nita" committed a quiet act of rebellion.With her husband at home perfecting his Playstation skills in between helping the housemaid care for...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Kupang councillor's residence stoned
Kupang councillor's residence stoned KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Unidentified vandals hurled stones at the official residence of deputy chairman of the Kupang city council, Edwin, early on Thursday.Edwin, also chairman of the Kupang branch of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Bali prosecutors return Samudra's dossier to police
Bali prosecutors return Samudra's dossier to police Prosecutors returned to police on Thursday the dossier of Imam Samudra, alias Abdul Aziz, the alleged mastermind behind the terrorist attacks on the resort island of Bali last October, due to lack of evidence.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Inul contributes to the state
Inul contributes to the state When I read in the newspaper and saw on TV the hullabaloo about Inul, the singer/dancer, I remembered the mid 1950s, the so-called Elvis Presley era.At that time, the U.S.'s Rev.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
'OPEC won't use oil as a weapon in any Iraq war'
'OPEC won't use oil as a weapon in any Iraq war' The OPEC oil producers' group "won't use oil as a weapon" if war breaks out in Iraq and could increase production to offset price increases, the organization's Secretary General Alvaro Silva Calderon said here on Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
BCA signs a deal to improve service
BCA signs a deal to improve service JAKARTA: Bank Central Asia (BCA), a leading private bank in the country, has signed an agreement with Reuters, to implement Reuters Automated Dealing services across its large retail banking network.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Grant projects ignore the public
Grant projects ignore the public JAKARTA: The Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW) said on Thursday that the implementation of projects involving foreign grants in the country still ignored public participation and transparency.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Tanah Abang traders ask for free rent until 2010
Tanah Abang traders ask for free rent until 2010Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Occupants of destroyed kiosks in the Tanah Abang textile market in Central Jakarta, whose rents are due next year, are asking market officials to delay their rents until 2010 at the earliest.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
From Pikiran Rakyat
From Pikiran Rakyat I feel deeply concerned over Zaenudin M.Z.'s recent tricks and political maneuvers.To most Muslims, Zaenudin M.Z. is a good preacher, but unfortunately now he pays more attention to the political arena.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
'Treat your maids well and with respect'
'Treat your maids well and with respect' The lack of registered housemaids, manpower supplier agencies and their sponsors are to blame for the rise in domestic crime by dishonest servants. Employers' disrespectful treatment of maids is another important factor to consider as it could cause maids to...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Poor attendance delays bill talks
Poor attendance delays bill talks JAKARTA: Initial discussion on the formation of a special committee to deliberate the bill on direct presidential and vice presidential elections was delayed on Thursday because of poor attendance at the House's steering committee.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Philippines seeks oil supply assurance from Asian neighbors
Philippines seeks oil supply assurance from Asian neighborsAgence France-Presse, Manila The Philippines is seeking commitments for steady oil supplies from Asian neighbors amid a possible embargo from the 48-member Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC), an official said Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
KPU to stick with own 2004 election schedule
KPU to stick with own 2004 election scheduleBerni K. Moestafa and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The General Elections Commission (KPU) declined to bow just yet to a government proposal for an earlier election schedule, as the final decision hinged on the passage of the direct...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Police reported over violence against press and students
Police reported over violence against press and studentsYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung A local newspaper officially reported to police the maltreatment of its photographer by police during a violent demonstration in Bandung, West Java, on Thursday, as dozens of fellow journalists...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
TV station cleared of allegations
TV station cleared of allegations JAKARTA: Japanese television station NHK was cleared by the Tokyo District Court of an allegation that it had staged illegal dynamite fishing in South Sulawesi in 1997 for its television news report.
Fri, 28 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...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Wiranto: What to do with him?
Wiranto: What to do with him?Kornelius Purba, Staff Writer, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta korpur@yahoo.com When the Office of the Prosecutor General of Timor Leste indicted former Indonesian Military (TNI) chief Gen.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
BMW to sell cars under AFTA scheme
BMW to sell cars under AFTA schemeAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Singapore Automaker BMW said here on Thursday its Indonesian unit would begin exporting the BMW 530iA model to Thailand next month, and its Thai unit would begin exporting the 330iA model to Indonesia.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
TNI chief stands by military bill
TNI chief stands by military billTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite strong criticism from various sides, the Indonesian Military (TNI) commander Gen. Endriartono Sutarto insisted that the military had no plans to review a bill that would give the TNI commander authority to deploy the...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Qualified KONI chairman wanted
Qualified KONI chairman wanted Indonesia has failed to live up to almost all its previous achievements, including those in sports. The country once enjoyed a glorious era in badminton. Now its rivals have emerged as new powers and all that Indonesia has now is simply the remnants of the past.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Envoys lineup may be reshuffled
Envoys lineup may be reshuffled JAKARTA: Legislators will likely recommend that President Megawati Soekarnoputri review the lineup of ambassadorial candidates and their respective country of destination she had submitted to the House of Representatives (DPR) for approval.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
War with Iraq not against Islams: Religious leaders
War with Iraq not against Islams: Religious leadersBerni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesian religious leaders rejected on Thursday a statement by Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad describing a possible war on Iraq as a war against Islam, but called for a counterforce to...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Friday, Feb. 28, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Friday, Feb. 28, 2003Exhibitions* Jewelry, Jewelry Old & New, as well as the gemstone indigenous to Indonesia, at Koi Kafe Galeri, Saberro House, ground floor, Jl. Kemang Raya No. 10a, South Jakarta, March 12 to March 25, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m..
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
More foreigners arrive to bolster peace
More foreigners arrive to bolster peaceIbnu Mat Noor, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Aceh A colonel and 18 new monitors landed here on Thursday to support the existing international component helping with the peace process in the rebellious province of Aceh.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
On execution
On executionFrom Kompas There are several methods for executing someone who has been sentenced to death: a firing squad, hanging, stoning, electrocution or fatal injection.The last choice would be suitable for Indonesia as this country is based on the five principles of Pancasila in which the...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
City chalks up 3.87% growth in 2002
City chalks up 3.87% growth in 2002 JAKARTA: The capital city enjoyed a 3.87 percent economic growth rate, slightly higher than the national figure of 3.66 percent last year.This year, however, the figure is expected to decline, especially since the fire at Tanah Abang textile market, Central...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Giving peace a chance to take root in Aceh
Giving peace a chance to take root in AcehMartin Griffiths, Director, Henry Dunant Centre for Humanitarian Dialog Geneve On Sundays at the beach in Lampu near Banda Aceh, young couples stroll across the sand holding hands, laughing and flirting.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Siemens to construct railway in Riau
Siemens to construct railway in RiauArya Abhiseka and Haidir Anwar Tanjung The Jakarta Post Pekanbaru The Riau provincial government plans to allocate Rp 10 trillion (US$1.1 billion) for the construction of a railway connecting the oil-rich province and neighboring provinces.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
BP may get extension of its Kangean block
BP may get extension of its Kangean blockA'an Suryana The Jakarta Post JakartaDespite a well-publicized gas pipe leak, Anglo-American energy giant BP Plc is likely to get an extension from the government for its Kangean gas contract in East Java.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
'Stop converting forest into plantation'
'Stop converting forest into plantation'Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are urging the government to stop converting forests into palm oil plantations, warning that the conversion would spark forest fires and floods.
Fri, 28 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...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Virgin Mary, Madonna inspire dance
Virgin Mary, Madonna inspire danceTarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Would you dare to compare the holy Virgin Mary with glamor celebrity Madonna? It could be interesting, especially if it is presented in the form of a dance.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Public holidays in 2003 calendars
Public holidays in 2003 calendars From KompasThe government, through a joint decree from the minister of religious affairs, the minister of manpower and transmigration and the state minister for administrative reforms, has stipulated changes in public holidays in 2003.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Ever illusive justice
Ever illusive justice Many Indonesian officials and legal experts have gone up in arms after hearing the news on Tuesday that East Timor has indicted seven top Indonesian Military (TNI) officers on charges of crimes against humanity.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Tangerang gets new regent for 2003/2008
Tangerang gets new regent for 2003/2008Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tigaraksa, Banten At the council building in the Tangerang regency capital of Tigaraksa on Thursday, the legislative council elected Ismet Iskandar as the new regent of Tangerang for the 2003-2008 term and Norodom Sukarno as his...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Big hotel allegedly steals water
Big hotel allegedly steals water BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The tap water company (PDAM) in Banjarmasin, the capital of South Kalimantan, has reported the management of star-rated Hotel Arum Kalimantan to the local police for alleged theft of water over the last three months.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Technology offers alternative to foil floods
Technology offers alternative to foil floodsEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Considering that experts say that Jakarta will never be free from flooding, no matter how many canals were built, widened or deepened, Baginda Patar Sitorus, a cloud-seedling specialist at the Agency for the...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
'War on Iraq will cost Bali tourism US$224m'
'War on Iraq will cost Bali tourism US$224m'I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The tourism industry in the famous resort island of Bali will suffer at least US$224 million in lost revenue this year if a U.S.-Iraq war erupts, industry expert Nyoman Erawan said on Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Replace Lippo management
Replace Lippo managementArya B. Gaduh, Department of Economics Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Jakarta, abgaduh@csis.or.id The past two months have seen Lippo Bank, once again, become that annoying pebble in the shoes of the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA).
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Two ships collide off Malaysian coast
Two ships collide off Malaysian coast MALAYSIA: Two ships have collided off Malaysia's southern Johor coast, a marine office spokesman said on Thursday. The Sanko Robust, a cargo ship registered at Monrovia port, and the Tirta Mas, a semi-container registered in Jakarta collided Wednesday night...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
BCA signs a deal to improve service
BCA signs a deal to improve service JAKARTA: Bank Central Asia (BCA), a leading private bank in the country, has signed an agreement with Reuters, to implement Reuters Automated Dealing services across its large retail banking network.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Siemens to construct railway in Riau
Siemens to construct railway in RiauArya Abhiseka and Haidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru The Riau provincial government plans to allocate Rp 10 trillion (US$1.1 billion) for the construction of a railway connecting the oil-rich province and neighboring provinces.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Only 890 firms join Jamsostek
Only 890 firms join Jamsostek TANGERANG: Only about 28 percent of a total of 3,214 companies in Tangerang have registered their workers with Jamsostek (state workers insurance).Jamsostek Tangerang branch chief Achmad Ansyori said that there were 3,214 industrial firms in Tangerang, but as of this...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Kupang councillor's residence stoned
Kupang councillor's residence stoned KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Unidentified vandals hurled stones at the official residence of deputy chairman of the Kupang city council, Edwin, early on Thursday.Edwin, also chairman of the Kupang branch of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
RI promises to attract investment, lacks action
RI promises to attract investment, lacks actionAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Officially launching the Invest in Indonesia Year 2003, President Megawati Soekarnoputri pledged on Thursday to improve the investment climate to woo foreign investors to help improve the battered economy...
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
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;JP;sps; ANPAf..r.. Rupiah-conversion-ratesRupiah Rates Feb.27 JP/13/ConverRupiah Rates Feb.27 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,723.00 5,110.10 5,446.04 5,386.83Brunei dollar 1 5,423.40 4,845.16 5,160.94 5,107.55Canadian dollar 1 6,302.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Restructuring of
Restructuring of state agenciesFrom Media Indonesia In restructuring the state agencies, the government needs to ensure that its administration acts not only in accordance with existing laws, regulations and stipulations, but also in a way that would be better than before.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
4 x 12
4 x 12 Police reported over violence against press and students JP/4/leuser2 x 25 Govt to review controversial highway project in Aceh JP/5/slamet1 x 33 Slamet's dossier returned to police
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Support to RI delegates in WTO
Support to RI delegates in WTO The formal assembly of the World Trade Organization (WTO), held from Feb. 24 until Feb. 28 in Geneva, was a display of organized bullying of the developing countries by the developed.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
S'pore vies to be a recovery center
S'pore vies to be a recovery centerAgence France-Presse, Singapore Singapore wants multinational corporations to use it as a base to back up their data and communications systems in the event of a terrorist attack elsewhere, a government minister said Thursday.
Fri, 28 Feb 2003
Nigerian drug traffickers could face capital charges
Nigerian drug traffickers could face capital chargesDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After a week of interrogation, the Jakarta City Police revealed on Thursday that eight of the 37 Nigerians arrested last week could face the maximum death sentence for drug trafficking and immigration...
Fri, 28 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.