Archive: 8 February 2003
94 articles found
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Traditional markets still have charm
Traditional markets still have charm Evi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite the growing number of hypermarkets and supermarkets in Jakarta, traditional markets have not lost their charm with the public. People continue to flock to them day and night, even though these markets are notorious for their bad smells and wet, muddy floors. Middle-to-lower-income groups mostly frequent traditional markets because the goods sold there are lower priced.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. DISCOURSE: 1 x 50
1. DISCOURSE: 1 x 50 Press freedom and the miracle of RI journalism 2. PRESS: 2 x 34 Government-press relationship on track but needs more attention 3. TIMOR: 2 x 34 Yogyakarta-educated priest becomes E. Timor's first ambassador to RI 4. BOYCE: 1 x 64 Boyce, Gozney bring their case on Iraq to Indonesian legislators 5. ALERT: 1 x 40 Bush administration raises terror alert
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exhange (in rupiah) on Feb. 7, 2003:
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exhange (in rupiah) on Feb. 7, 2003: ------------------------------------------------------------ Name Close Change Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 600 25 2,500 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 45 0 75,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 180 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 105 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 725 -25 5,000 Alter Abadi Tbk 10 0 60,000 Alumindo Light 155 0 0 Andhi Chandra 450 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 450 0...
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Ahead of 2004 curriculum, teachers must focus more on students
Ahead of 2004 curriculum, teachers must focus more on students Simon Marcus Gower Director of Research and Development Harapan Bangsa School Tangerang, Banten The role of the teacher in Indonesia, as with most other places around the world, is changing. The role of the teacher is and has to be an ever-changing one. But for many in Indonesia the modern day shift in emphasis of what a teacher is and what a teacher should do has, perhaps, not been easy to accommodate.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. ORGANDA: 3 x 22
1. ORGANDA: 3 x 22 Jakarta bus fares to increase next week despite fuel hike delay 2. DEATH: 1 x 38 Mixed reactions to capital punishment 3. PAPUA: 2 x 30 Politician warn of conflict if Papua split into 3 provinces 4. BALI: 1 x 40 Bali tourist arrivals soar in January 5. PRISON: 1 x 43 Money can buy anything at Tangerang prison 6. ODD: 1 x 30 Strange note sends plane back
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Mechanism unclear for GAM to lay down arms
Mechanism unclear for GAM to lay down arms Nani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Aceh Demilitarization in the restive province of Aceh is scheduled to start on Sunday as part of last December's peace deal to end long-standing hostilities, but exactly how it will work remains unclear. The Joint Security Committee (JSC) has yet to draw up the operational mechanism for demilitarization, which will affect both the Indonesian Military (TNI) and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM).
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Poland offers cheap aircraft
Poland offers cheap aircraft The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Two Polish aircraft makers PZL-Mielec and PZL-Swidnik have offered their helicopter and airplane products to potential buyers in Indonesia. PZL Swidnik offered several type of multipurpose helicopters, including MI-2, MI-2 Plus, Kania, W-3A Sokol and SW 4. While PZL Mielec offered AN-2 airplane, which is dubbed as the largest bi-plane and most produced aircraft in the world, and a Dromader M-18 B airplane.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/7/BUDI
JP/7/BUDI Ideology is more than just a mouthful of rice Budiman S. Hartoyo General Chairman Reformed Association of Indonesian Journalists (PWI Reformasi) Jakarta Today's press freedom is the most significant outcome of the reform movement. The press should be grateful to the young, university students and the public, who have waged their struggle against the New Order regime.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia to fund Airbus A380 purchase for national carrier
Malaysia to fund Airbus A380 purchase for national carrier Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on Friday said the government will fund the purchase of six A380 superjumbo aircraft for troubled national carrier Malaysia Airlines because it has access to cheaper funds. Mahathir said the proposed acquisition for the A380-800 would not be financed in a lump sum, Bernama news agency reported. He did not elaborate.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Premier Oil plugs 2 wells in RI
Premier Oil plugs 2 wells in RI LONDON: Premier Oil Friday announced that following drilling in the eastern part of Block A in the Natuna Sea, Indonesia, exploration wells, Kuda Nil-1 and Binturong-1, have both been plugged and abandoned, with hydrocarbon shows. However, the reservoir sandstones encountered are not considered to be of sufficient quality to be commercial. Kuda Nil-1 encountered over 1500 feet gross interval of hydrocarbon bearing sands.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Tracing Hendra's assets difficult'
'Tracing Hendra's assets difficult' JAKARTA: Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra claimed on Friday that the government would still have difficulties tracing down the assets of the late Hendra Rahardja. "In the case of freezing the assets, the action can only be done by the Australian Court," Yusril was quoted by Antara as saying Friday.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
rta. The presence of Dome has won the heart of caf enthusiasts as it offers 100 percent Arabica coffee in a cozy, relaxing and
rta. The presence of Dome has won the heart of caf enthusiasts as it offers 100 percent Arabica coffee in a cozy, relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. The growing interest among young executives in having coffee, lunch or dinner at Dome has prompted the management to set up other outlets in Jakarta and beyond. Dome outlets in Jakarta can be easily found in Plaza Indonesia and Townsquare Cilandak. Two others in Mall Kelapa Gading III and Block M Plaza will soon be operated in early this year.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Parties told to adopt to new law before elections
Parties told to adopt to new law before elections Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Political parties contesting the 2004 general elections are urged to meet requirements stipulated in Law No. 31/2002 on political parties immediately, so as not to disrupt the preparations for the elections. After fulfilling the requirements, the status of those political parties will be verified by the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights and the General Elections Commission (KPU). Unfortunately, Law No.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
War jitters already hurting RI export: Businessmen
War jitters already hurting RI export: Businessmen Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Tension evolving in the run-up to imminent war in the Gulf has already dealt a blow to the country's exports, causing fear that Indonesia will not be able to reach its export target growth this year, businessmen said on Friday. Many buyers in Europe, Africa and the Middle East have stopped orders for the country's prime manufacturing commodities such as textiles and footwear.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003 Exhibitions * Painting, Donated Prize Winning Paintings, 100% proceeds to Charity, at Gallery Cafe Linggar, Kemang Timur No. 36, South Jakarta, (Tel. 021-71790008), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., until Feb. 20 * Photo, Arsitektur Jepang Kontemporer, Gallery Mini, The Japan Foundation, Summitmas 1, 2nd, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 61-62 Jakarta, (Tel. 021-5201266), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Feb. 28.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/6/KAHLIL
JP/6/KAHLIL Do we need the IMF? Kahlil Rowter Lecturer School of Economics Universitas Indonesia Jakarta The government is mulling whether or not to extend its arrangement with the International Monetary Fund. What is at stake here is not a quantifiable threat to the state budget or the balance of payments but policy making credibility. The first question to ask is: Are we ready? We should remember why Indonesia engaged the assistance of the IMF in the first place.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
ADVERTORIAL: SUNDAY - FOCUS
ADVERTORIAL: SUNDAY - FOCUS Dome's earlier presence in Indonesia started when it established an outlet in Ratu Plaza, South Jakarta, in 2000. The presence of Dome has won the hearts of cafe enthusiasts as it offers 100 percent Arabica coffee and gourmet food in a cozy, relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. The growing interest among yuppies in having coffee, lunch or diner at Dome prompted the management to set up other outlets in Jakarta and beyond to serve increasing numbers of Dome customers.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Opposition in Indonesia grows to possible U.S. attack on Iraq
Opposition in Indonesia grows to possible U.S. attack on Iraq Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta An antiwar sentiment pervaded Indonesia as religious organizations and political parties joined force to oppose a possible U.S. attack on Iraq. Community leaders, political analysts, religious leaders and activists met here on Friday to make clear their opposition to war in Iraq, even with the approval of the United Nations.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Why can't Asia unite even for the sake of its own security?
Why can't Asia unite even for the sake of its own security? For decades, Western experts have complained about the failure of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to learn the value of collective security from Europe's postwar experience. ASEAN's leaders have ignored the lessons offered first by the Common Market, and then the European Union. The benefits of these models are supposedly so obvious that it seems incomprehensible that ASEAN's leaders cannot see them.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
A new U.S. communications paradigm:
A new U.S. communications paradigm: 'It's the oil, stupid' Piers Gillespie Jakarta One intriguing aspect of the inevitable build up to what could be the biggest military catastrophe in this young century is the way in which the two opposing leaders, George W. Bush and Saddam Hussein have attempted to shape global public perception. In 2003, the issues of perception and credibility are proving central to the way in which both the U.S. and Iraq are being positioned by the world.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
More fuel stations to be built for Jakarta fishermen
More fuel stations to be built for Jakarta fishermen Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Small-scale fishermen will soon be able to procure fuel for their boats at the official price as the city administration has plans to build three fuel stations and a bunker for fishermen this year in cooperation with the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries and state-owned oil company Pertamina.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Politician warns of conflict if Papua split into 3 province
Politician warns of conflict if Papua split into 3 province Tiarma Siboro and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Politicians warned on Friday of new conflicts in Papua if the government proceeds with its policy to divide the territory into three smaller provinces. Ryaas Rasyid, a former Cabinet minister and the brains behind regional autonomy, said the decree issued by President Megawati Soekarnoputri to enforce Law No.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Government, WB in conflict over telecoms regulatory body
Government, WB in conflict over telecoms regulatory body Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Controversy over the need to establish an independent regulatory body in the telecommunications industry resurfaced, when on Friday the government, the World Bank and experts voiced different opinions over the issue. The government said the need was not urgent, but the World Bank and many experts insisted otherwise.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exhange (in rupiah) on Feb. 7, 2003:
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exhange (in rupiah) on Feb. 7, 2003: ------------------------------------------------------------ Name Close Change Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 600 25 2,500 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 45 0 75,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 180 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 105 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 725 -25 5,000 Alter Abadi Tbk 10 0 60,000 Alumindo Light 155 0 0 Andhi Chandra 450 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 450 0...
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
BII expects soaring net profit in '03
BII expects soaring net profit in '03 JAKARTA: Nationalized PT Bank Internasional Indonesia (BII) expects its net profit to rise to Rp 275 billion (US$31.2 million) this year from Rp 128 billion in 2002, the bank's chief executive said Friday. The bank plans to provide Rp 2.9 trillion in new loans this year after the government injected over Rp 4 trillion in July 2002 to boost the bank's capital base, BII's Chief Executive Sigit Pramono told Dow Jones.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Search for missing Cessna continues near Mt. Ciremai
Search for missing Cessna continues near Mt. Ciremai Nana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java The search continued on Friday for a light plane that has been missing since Thursday and is feared to have crashed in a mountainous area near the West Java town of Kuningan. The Cessna training aircraft was traveling from Ahmad Yani Airport in the Central Java capital of Semarang to Jakarta's Halim Perdanakusuma air base on Thursday morning with three people aboard.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that
Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that make your MICE most memorable: star-rated hotels, sophisticated meeting rooms and unique traditional handicrafts.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta bus fares to increase next week despite guel hike delay
Jakarta bus fares to increase next week despite guel hike delay Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite the central government's decision last month to delay the fuel price hike, the Jakarta administration announced on Friday it would increase bus fares next week. "The decision (to increase the bus fares) will be made as soon as possible.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
What is the cost?
What is the cost? Is there any comparison at all between demonstrators who over- react and cause damage when protesting against the recent price hikes and the release of fraudulent bankers from legal charges? Which of the two groups did more damage to the country? Following on from that, how are the two groups viewed and treated by the authorities, and which of the two groups finish up in prison?
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Government offers to sell PPD
Government offers to sell PPD JAKARTA: In a bid to save state-run city bus company Perusahaan Pengangkutan Djakarta (PPD), the government is offering to sell the company to either a private company, a foreign investor or the Jakarta administration. The Ministry of Transportation's director general for Land Transportation, Iskandar Abubakar, said on Friday that PPD needed to pay off debts amounting to Rp 70 billion (US$7.8 million).
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pavilion renovation cost questioned
Pavilion renovation cost questioned JAKARTA: City Council's Commission B on development affairs announced on Friday that it suspected funds had been misused in the renovation of Jakarta pavilion at the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, which cost the administration Rp 15 billion (US$1.68 million). "It was too expensive. We questioned the making of 47 dioramas costing Rp 40 million each and the purchase of two 42 inch "plasma" televisions priced at Rp 219 million each.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bali tourists arrivals soar in January
Bali tourists arrivals soar in January Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bali's tourism showed signs of extraordinary recovery in January, thanks largely to Asian neighbors, who displayed a huge amount of solidarity by sending most visitors to the nation's most famed resort island. Bali attracted 60,838 international tourists, in which Japanese tourists led the pack to the "Island of the Gods" with 10,290 arrivals, according to Bali's immigration office.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Government-press relationship on track but needs more attention
Government-press relationship on track but needs more attention Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The media's four-year-old relationship with its former master, the government, has been progressing on the right track, but problems remain in the quality of Indonesia's nascent press freedom, experts say.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Press freedom and the miracle of RI journalism
Press freedom and the miracle of RI journalism The 19th National Press Day falls on Feb. 9 following vast changes in society and in the media itself. The Jakarta Post's Soeryo Winoto interviews Chairman of the Indonesian Press Council Atmakusumah Astraatmadja on the issue. Question: The Indonesian press was dominated by printed media until the 1980s when electronic media, including television and radio, started to cut into print media businesses.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Police bar bad debtors from leaving the country
Police bar bad debtors from leaving the country The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Police Headquarters has sent a letter to the immigration office asking that 29 former directors, commissioners and shareholders of five shutdown banks be banned from leaving the country. The move comes days after the police received documents from the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) charging the former bankers with abusing state money.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003
TV Today: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003 TVRI 5:03 a.m.Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Berita Pagi 6:30 English News Service 7:30 Talk Show: Sarapan 8:00 DRTV Indonesia 8:30 Talk Show: Ibu, Bayi dan Balita 9:00 Indonesian Music 10:00 TV Drama: Mujizat 10:30 Talk Show 11:00 News: Berita Daerah 11:30 Music: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.News: Berita Siang 1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:00 News: Metro Indonesia 2:30 Children's Program: Kid Action 3:03 Oto Screen 3:30 Entertainment 4:00 Religious Teachings...
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/5/Intro
JP/5/Intro As stipulated by the cessation of hostilities agreement signed by Indonesia and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), the GAM rebels are to begin disarming by Feb. 9, while the Indonesian Military (TNI) and the National Police will at the same time begin pulling back their combat forces to defensive areas. The Jakarta Post journalist Kornelius Purba was in Aceh from Jan. 23 to Feb. 5, and he reports on the situation in the province and the implementation of the cease-fire agreement.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Money can buy anything at Tangerang prison
Money can buy anything at Tangerang prison Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang, Banten The thick walls and iron bars of prison often prove to be no deterrent to those inside trying to get ahold of contraband goods from outside. It seems all a prisoner needs to part the thick walls and open his cell is money, which in the right amounts will often induce a prison guard to help out an inmate. The Tangerang Prison in Tangerang, Banten, is no exception.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
ADVERTORIAL: SUNDAY - FOCUS
ADVERTORIAL: SUNDAY - FOCUS Established in Australia in 1990, Dome has been highly successful in many great cities, including Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Sydney and Perth, with 60 cafes operating internationally. The Dome concept was to create the ambience of an old world-style European cafe to serve freshly roasted coffees supported by a range of quality gourmet foods.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region Heru Prasetya, Contributor, Magelang, Central Java The presence of a world famous tourist and heritage site nearby, the Borobudur Temple, perhaps gives one the impression that the local residents there might be earning a nice living from all the tourist money, but nothing could be further from the truth.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Message from Country Manager
Message from Country Manager SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a longstanding 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 and added 50% more capacity with the introduction of our 3rd weekly flight. To further meet the needs of our customers, one flight operates to Colombo via Singapore while the other two fly direct from Jakarta to Colombo.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Aceh moves to rebuild shattered economy
Aceh moves to rebuild shattered economy Aceh, with a population of 4.2 million, is always described as a natural resource-rich province, and the people are very proud of their territory's abundant wealth. Protracted trouble in the province, however, has severely damaged nearly all aspects of life, including the local economy. Local officials say the unemployment rate is at 40 percent, while poverty is higher than in many other provinces.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. BLAST: 50 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12
1. BLAST: 50 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12 Fresh blast injures a farmer in Cakung 2. FISH: 36 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 22 More fuel stations for Jakarta fishermen 3. PASAR: 28 pt, 4 cols, 1 x 36 Traditional markets still have charm 4. SPEAK: 28 pt, 3 cols, 1 x 32 'Sidewalks very disappointing'
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
FBI quizzes five military officers
FBI quizzes five military officers JAKARTA: The Federal Bureau Investigation (FBI) agents questioned on Friday five military (TNI) officers in regard to their alleged involvement in the deadly ambush in Timika, Papua that claimed two American lives and injured a dozen other civilian teachers and their children last year. The five officers, whose names were not revealed, were on duty in the area when the incident took place.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Monday, Feb. 10, 2003
TV Program: Monday, Feb. 10, 2003 TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:03 a.m.Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Berita Pagi 7:00 English News Service 7:30 Obladi Oblada 8:00 Talk Show: RT/RW 8:30 DRTV Indonesia 9:00 TV Drama: Janji Cinta 9:30 Surat 10:30 Entertainment 11:00 News: Berita Daerah 11:30 Music: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.News: Berita Siang 1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:00 News: Metro Indonesia 2:30 Music: Pop Daerah 3:03 Kid Channel 4:00 Diantrans 5:00 Komputer 6:00 Berita Petang 7:00 PM 8:00 Tax...
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Eliminating subsidies
Eliminating subsidies From Koran Tempo What is considered good is not necessarily right. This is the picture of a decision made by the government to ease the nation's financial burdens. The government has argued that the decision to increase fuel prices was based on relieving the burden of the state budget and diverting subsidies from the wrong target to the right one: People of the low-income bracket. Providing subsidies has been a dilemma for the government.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI immigration policy
RI immigration policy The Minister of Foreign Affairs has openly criticized the new U.S. immigration policy requiring Indonesian males to register with immigration authorities in that country. He called the policy discriminatory and unacceptable. However, as far as I am concerned Indonesia's immigration policy is worse. In May 2002 I traveled eight times to the Embassy in The Hague to get a visa for my third trip to Indonesia.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
What do high-ranking officials, including the President, think
What do high-ranking officials, including the President, think upon seeing the floods that have hit many areas in the country? Recent reports gave the impression that they considered the flooding a trivial problem -- an annual event in the rainy season. There has been no special discussion by Cabinet ministers, focusing on the floods. Yet, Vice President Hamzah Haz has made a trip to the holy land of Mecca for the haj pilgrimage.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hong Kong remains a popular destination for Indonesian tourists
Hong Kong remains a popular destination for Indonesian tourists Although many Indonesian tourists are choosing to spend their holidays in Europe or Japan, Hong Kong is still one of the most popular tourist destinations for Indonesians. The number of Indonesian tourists visiting Hong Kong continues to increase from year to year, albeit not significantly.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
4 x 10
4 x 10 Mechanism unclear for GAM to lay down arms JP/4/cesna 2 x 24 Search for missing Cessna continues near Mt. Ciremai JP/5/dumai 1 x 30 Civilians held for Dumai clash JP/4/pemilu 2 x 25 Parties told to adapt to new law before elections JP/5/TPL 1 x 50 Controversial pulp mill set to resume operations
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Mixed reactions to capital punishment
Mixed reactions to capital punishment M. Taufiqurrahman and Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Families of drug addicts were split over the death sentence for drug dealers while legal experts agreed that capital punishment was appropriate given the menace they pose to society. Arisanti, 30, a sister of a drug addict, said she agreed with capital punishment for drug dealers as it would act as a deterrent for others.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia must heed history, treat Acehnese better, or else...
Indonesia must heed history, treat Acehnese better, or else... Kornelius Purba, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Aceh Ironic as it may sound, many Indonesians probably remain unaware that natural resource-rich Aceh province has become an international issue and that Indonesia may lose more territory if it refuses to learn from the East Timor case.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, Feb. 10, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, Feb. 10, 2003 Exhibitions * Painting, Donated Prize Winning Paintings, 100% proceeds to Charity, at Gallery Cafe Linggar, Kemang Timur No. 36, South Jakarta, (Tel. 021-71790008), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., until Feb. 20 * Photo, Arsitektur Jepang Kontemporer, Gallery Mini, The Japan Foundation, Summitmas 1, 2nd, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 61-62 Jakarta, (Tel. 021-5201266), 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Feb. 28.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and
SriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a longstanding 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 and added 50% more capacity with the introduction of our 3rd weekly flight. To further meet the needs of our customers, one flight operates to Colombo via Singapore while the other two fly direct from Jakarta to Colombo.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
140,000 TB patients die every year
140,000 TB patients die every year JAKARTA: An estimated 140,000 out of 583,000 tuberculosis sufferers in Indonesia die every year compared to 2 million worldwide, a Health Ministry official has said. "The number of TB sufferers in Indonesia has reached 583,000 a year and 262,000 of them have positive saliva capable of spreading the disease to other people," acting director general for contagious disease control and environmental health, Sri Astuti Suparmanto, said on Friday.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region Heru Prasetya, Contributor, Magelang, Central Java The presence of a world famous tourist and heritage site nearby, the Borobudur Temple, perhaps gives one the impression that the local residents there might be earning a nice living from all the tourist money, but nothing could be further from the truth.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
PDI Perjuangan slams student protests
PDI Perjuangan slams student protests JAKARTA: In an ironic twist, the secretary of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) faction Tjahyo Kumolo claimed on Friday that the ongoing student protests in the country were excessive, and thus they must espouse the ideology of fascism. He regretted the fact that during the rally, the students even had to take a policeman hostage, which he said was very clearly an act of a fascist.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Art market construction plan faces strong opposition
Art market construction plan faces strong opposition Tarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Magelang, Central Java Strong pressure against a plan to build an art market near Borobudur Temple in Central Java has finally made authorities buckle, but not for good. Central Java Governor Mardiyanto agreed to cancel the project last month until an agreement with a wider group of concerned parties was reached.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Caption for photo (Sleman advertorial)
Caption for photo (Sleman advertorial) Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that make your meetings incentives conferences events (MICE) most memorable: star-rated hotels, sophisticated meeting rooms and unique traditional handicrafts.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Governor and
Governor and the council From Warta Kota In the last few weeks, I have carefully followed reports about "the benefits" that Governor Sutiyoso and members of the Jakarta City Council enjoy. Sutiyoso has even promised to give up all of the facilities he enjoys. Hopefully this was a sincere promise and not an empty one made simply to increase his popularity in the media. Of course, his promise received a response, as this paper has reported, from Jakarta residents.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Sleman regency: A world-class site for MICE
Sleman regency: A world-class site for MICE With more and more local companies and multinational corporations requiring Meeting Incentive Convention and Exhibition (MICE) facilities, a number of holiday destinations are going out of their way to meet the needs of these companies. Yogyakarta is one Indonesian city that is extremely suitable for MICE. Besides its rich cultural heritage and scenic panoramas, it also boasts all the high-quality facilities required for MICE.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Ideology is more than just a mouthful of rice
Ideology is more than just a mouthful of rice Budiman S. Hartoyo, General Chairman, Reformed Association of Indonesian Journalists (PWI Reformasi), Jakarta Today's press freedom is the most significant outcome of the reform movement. The press should be grateful to the young, university students and the public, who have waged their struggle against the New Order regime.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
PT Inco's profits up 300%
PT Inco's profits up 300% JAKARTA: Nickel mining company PT International Nickel Indonesia (PT Inco) booked US$30.3 million in net profits last year, three times the previous year's figure of $9.3 million. Net profit in the fourth quarter of 2002 was $5.7 million, compared with a loss of $8 million in the corresponding period of 2001, company president and chief executive officer Edward W. Hodkin said in a statement on Thursday.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Eliminating subsidies
Eliminating subsidies From Koran Tempo What is considered good is not necessarily right. This is the picture of a decision made by the government to ease the nation's financial burdens. The government has argued that the decision to increase fuel prices was based on relieving the burden of the state budget and diverting subsidies from the wrong target to the right one: People of the low-income bracket. Providing subsidies has been a dilemma for the government.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Garin film in Berlin festival
Garin film in Berlin festival Indonesian director Garin Nugroho has once again proven his worth with the inclusion of his newest film Aku Ingin Menciummu Sekali Saja (I Want to Kiss You Just Once) in the 53rd Berlin International Film Festival. The film, which bears the English title Bird Man Tale, was chosen from 300 entries from around the world, and will compete with 52 other films from 24 countries for a prestigious prize in the International Forum of New Cinema.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/13/WB
JP/13/WB WB urges speedier legal and governance reforms The Jakarta Post Jakarta World Bank country director Andrew Steer said on Tuesday it was now time for the Indonesian government to take the political resolve it had demonstrated in its sound macroeconomic management and its prompt response to the terrorist bomb attack on Bali, and focus on improving the investment climate, reforming the legal system and developing good governance.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Preserving Betawi culture
Preserving Betawi culture From Media Indonesia I was really touched upon reading a news story in this newspaper that the Jakarta provincial administration will prioritize the culture of the Betawi people, or the indigenous people of Jakarta. As a member of the Betawi community, I have long waited to see the Betawi community and culture sustainably developed. Of course, the government's sincere and serious assistance and the support from the entire community will be needed.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
NGO to sue 11 forestry-related firms
NGO to sue 11 forestry-related firms JAKARTA: The Riau chapter of Koham (Human Rights Commission) will sue 11 plywood and pulp and paper companies operating in Riau for allegedly causing the recent flooding in the province, Antara has reported.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Yogyakarta-educated priest becomes E. Timor's first ambassador to RI
Yogyakarta-educated priest becomes E. Timor's first ambassador to RI Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta East Timor's first ambassador to Indonesia, Protestant minister Arlindo Marcal, presented his credentials to President Megawati Soekarnoputri on Friday. Arlindo, who earned his master's in theology from Duta Wacana University in Yogyakarta in 1987, presented his credentials to the President during a simple ceremony at the Merdeka Palace.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Chinese-Indonesians cultivate ancestral art
Chinese-Indonesians cultivate ancestral art Tantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "Just go to where the sound of the drums are coming from," a bystander tells me when asked the way to the Kong Ha Hong Foundation's hall. The hall on Jl. Pinangsia III, North Jakarta, is a venue where Chinese-Indonesians practice barongsai, or the lion dance, their ancestral cultural legacy they cultivate in Indonesia.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Fire razes three N. Jakarta homes
Fire razes three N. Jakarta homes At least three homes in a dense residential area on Jl. Pangeran Jayakarta, North Jakarta, burned down at 1:30 a.m on Friday. Seventeen fire-fighting trucks from the Central Jakarta Fire Department, with help from local residents, managed to put out the fire in about half an hour. No deaths were reported in the fire.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
PLN-police sign deal to curb power theft
PLN-police sign deal to curb power theft A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State electricity company PT PLN signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Indonesian Police on Friday on curbing power theft, which has cost the company dearly. "The MOU includes cooperation in safeguarding power installations and legal measures against those who steal electricity and other PLN assets," PLN president Eddie Widiono Suwondo was quoted by Antara as saying after signing the MOU.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Borobudur celebrates restoration anniversary
Borobudur celebrates restoration anniversary Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Magelang, Central Java To gaze at the elegant Borobudur Temple from the Central Java town of Magelang makes one wonder of the glorious past. Located some 40 kilometers north of Yogyakarta, it took years to make the temple look the way it does today. Head of Borobudur Conservation and Study Agency Dukut Santoso said the temple was a ruin when it was first discovered during Dutch colonial times.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stage rallies without anarchy
Stage rallies without anarchy From Koran Tempo The government's decision to simultaneously hike the fuel and utility prices has met with a strong reaction, not only from politicians but also from students, non-governmental organizations, workers, businesspeople and public transportation drivers, all demanding that the government revoke its decision. Students have staged street rallies to express their opinions. Our country's Law No.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Wildlife smuggling
Wildlife smuggling From Media Indonesia In connection with the foiled attempt to smuggled out hundreds of protected animals through Jakarta's Soekarto-Hatta airport, ProFauna Indonesia, an independent wildlife protection organization, wishes to convey the following statement: * The recent smuggling case reflects the rampant illegal trade in wildlife, the extent of which has not been fully uncovered.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Sutiyoso not serious about KONI race
Sutiyoso not serious about KONI race Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite being nominated as one of the candidates to lead the National Sports Council (KONI), Governor Sutiyoso took a wait-and-see stance, saying he would like to focus on his duties in running the capital city first. KONI's Jakarta chapter nominated Sutiyoso on Thursday, saying that he had been a successful administrator in the three sports for which he had been responsible.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
E. Timor to join NAM summit
E. Timor to join NAM summit KUALA LUMPUR: East Timor will join the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) of developing nations when leaders meet at a summit in Kuala Lumpur later this month, officials said. East Timor, which became the world's newest nation in May after centuries of Portuguese colonial and 24 years of brutal military rule by Indonesia, would become the movement's 115th member, said Malaysian organizers of the Feb. 20-25 meeting.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Say no to censorship
Say no to censorship Nearly five years into Reformasi, what do we have to show for it? A hopeless track record, when we look at the performance of the economy, at the courts of law in dispensing justice, at the incompetence of political parties and the national leadership, the widening corruption, not to mention the violent unrest in various parts of the country.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Undemocratic move
Undemocratic move The party's over. The Jakarta City Council has approved the year's provincial budget, which amounts to Rp 11.075 trillion -- roughly Rp 1.375 trillion more than last year's. Now the governor, his deputy and the 85 city councillors are all smiles as they have completed a huge job that cost them hundreds of millions of rupiah. Yes, the gavel has been pounded, but the public debate must go on because the decision-making process was flawed.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Civilians held for Dumai clash
Civilians held for Dumai clash Haidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau Two civilians are being detained for their alleged roles in a clash between police and soldiers in the Riau town of Dumai, while a local military chief has denied a group of troops perpetrated the violence. The two suspects, identified as Amir, 48, and Pepen Supendi, 53, were arrested on Thursday and were being questioned at the Riau provincial police headquarters.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Boyce, Gozney brig their case on Iraq to RI legislators
Boyce, Gozney brig their case on Iraq to RI legislators Kurniawan Hari and Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The United States and Britain brought their case to Indonesian legislators on Friday, trying to convince the lawmakers that Iraqi President Saddam Hussein had failed to comply with United Nations Resolution 1441 and thus had to be disarmed forcefully. United States Ambassador to Indonesia Ralph L.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003
TV Today: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2003 TVRI 5:03 a.m.Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Berita Pagi 6:30 English News Service 7:30 Talk Show: Sarapan 8:00 DRTV Indonesia 8:30 Talk Show: Ibu, Bayi dan Balita 9:00 Indonesian Music 10:00 TV Drama: Mujizat 10:30 Talk Show 11:00 News: Berita Daerah 11:30 Music: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.News: Berita Siang 1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:00 News: Metro Indonesia 2:30 Children's Program: Kid Action 3:03 Oto Screen 3:30 Entertainment 4:00 Religious Teachings...
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Horse-trading delays bill talks
Horse-trading delays bill talks JAKARTA: The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) chairman Amien Rais said on Friday that back room negotiations have slowed down the deliberation of the electoral bill. He called on legislators deliberating the election bill to put aside their short-term party interests and be professional to endorse the draft as soon as possible. "We hope the election bill can be endorsed soon. More delay will disrupt the elections," Amien said after the Friday prayer.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Governor and
Governor and the council From Warta Kota In the last few weeks, I have carefully followed reports about "the benefits" that Governor Sutiyoso and members of the Jakarta City Council enjoy. Sutiyoso has even promised to give up all of the facilities he enjoys. Hopefully this was a sincere promise and not an empty one made simply to increase his popularity in the media. Of course, his promise received a response, as this paper has reported, from Jakarta residents.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Canberra to send rapist to Cambodia
Canberra to send rapist to Cambodia AUSTRALIA: Australia said on Friday it would do everything possible to send a convicted child rapist back to Cambodia after admitting embassy officials wrongly gave the man a new passport allowing him to flee Cambodia before his trial.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Sidewalks very disappointing'
'Sidewalks very disappointing' The city administration plans to make Jl. Thamrin in Central Jakarta pedestrian-friendly, and has said it will expand the plan to include Jl. Sudirman in South Jakarta. The Jakarta Post spoke to some people about the idea. Bowo, early thirties, is a supervisor at a construction company in Mangga Dua, North Jakarta, who walks about one kilometer to work on most days: I find that sidewalks in Jakarta are generally very disappointing.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
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;JP;sps; ANPAf..r.. Rupiah-conversion-rates Rupiah Rates Feb.7 JP/13/Conver Rupiah Rates Feb.7 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,541.52 4,945.73 5,271.75 5,215.28 Brunei dollar 1 5,380.86 4,803.65 5,118.91 5,065.45 Canadian dollar 1 6,171.43 5,508.95 5,871.00 5,809.19 Swiss franc 1 6,906.80 6,167.17 6,570.56 6,503.28 Danish krone 1 1,363.05 1,217.27 1,296.69 1,283.61 Euro 1 10,134.16 9,049.75 9,640.81 9,542.96 Poundsterling 1 15,323.48...
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hopes high for Aceh peace deal to last forever
Hopes high for Aceh peace deal to last forever Kornelius Purba, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Aceh As stipulated by the cessation of hostilities agreement signed by Indonesia and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), the GAM rebels are to begin disarming by Feb. 9, while the Indonesian Military (TNI) and the National Police will at the same time begin pulling back their combat forces to defensive areas. The Jakarta Post journalist Kornelius Purba was in Aceh from Jan. 23 to Feb.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Semarang: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2002
Where to go in Semarang: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2002 Tour and Travel Services * Antara Travel Service, Puri Anjasmoro, Ruko E1/9 (Tel. 024- 7605341, fax: 024-7605779). * Electra Duta Wisata Tour and Travel, Jl. Gajah Mada 1 (Tel. 024-3518444, 3511112, fax: 3511114). * Fortuna Tours and Travel, Jl. Dr. Cipto 286-288 (Tel. 024- 8313382, 8445457). * Gema Mahardika Tours and Travel, Jl. Dr. Setiabudi 53A (Tel. 7473245). * Giantra Wisata, Jl. Letjen M.T. Haryono517B (Tel. 024- 8443333, fax: 8447374).
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Controversial pulp mill set to resume operations
Controversial pulp mill set to resume operations The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A controversial pulp mill owned by Toba Pulp Lestari (TPL) in North Sumatra looks certain to resume permanent operations, despite strong environmental opposition. Wagimin Wongso, president of TPL, formerly PT Inti Indorayon Utama, said in Jakarta Friday that following extensive preparations and a month-long test run, the pulp factory would open limited operations in March.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Wildlife smuggling
Wildlife smuggling From Media Indonesia In connection with the foiled attempt to smuggled out hundreds of protected animals through Jakarta's Soekarto-Hatta airport, ProFauna Indonesia, an independent wildlife protection organization, wishes to convey the following statement: * The recent smuggling case reflects the rampant illegal trade in wildlife, the extent of which has not been fully uncovered.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia steals crucial point: Stand-in first singles player
Indonesia steals crucial point: Stand-in first singles player Febi Widhiyanto stole a crucial point for Indonesia in its Davis Cup Asia-Oceania Zone Group One opening round match against host Uzbekistan in Tashkent, to level the tie 1-1 on Friday. Febi, who replaced the more experienced Suwandi, upset Uzbek number two Vadim Kutsenko 2-6, 7-6 (7-4), 6-2, 0-6, 6-2. Earlier in the day, Uzbek's top singles player was stretched to the limit before downing Peter Handoyo 7-6 (8-6), 5-7, 6-4, 5-7, 6-3.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
Fresh blast injures a farmer in Cakung
Fresh blast injures a farmer in Cakung Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta While the city police continue their investigation into the Monday morning bomb blast at a building near the National Police Headquarters, another explosion occurred in the capital on Friday. A cardboard box containing explosives was found by a farmer in an empty field in Penggilingan Baru, Cakung district, East Jakarta. When the farmer attempted to open the box it exploded, seriously injuring the man.
Sat, 08 Feb 2003, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Jakarta bus fares to increase next week2
* Headlines: Jakarta bus fares to increase next week2 * National:Search for missing Cessna continues4 * Special Report:Hopes high for Aceh deal to last forever5 * Opinion: A war on double standards 7 * City: Blast injures a farmer in Cakung8 * Sports: Sutherland leads Peeble Beach, Weir 2nd 9 * World: U.S. says it is ready for N. Korea 11 * Business:Govt, WB in conflict over telecoms body13 * Features: Chinese-Indonesians cultivate ancestral art 19