Archive: 3 June 2003
96 articles found
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
House urges govt to name polluters
House urges govt to name polluters Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives called on the government to announce immediately the final report on an audit (PROPER) of companies which are allegedly polluting the environment to help uphold the law on the environment and avoid raising any suspicions of collusion among the public.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
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It's time for RI to start second wave of 'reformasi' Satish Mishra United Nations Support Facility for Indonesian Recovery (UNSFIR) Jakarta 2. Project -- Securing the future at the Evian summit 2 X 30 Renewing efforts to secure the world at the Evian Summit Jeffrey D. Sachs Professor of Economics Director of the Earth Institute Columbia University Project Syndicate
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Six killed in toll road pileup
Six killed in toll road pileup TANGERANG: Six people were killed and five others injured in a pileup involving an oil tanker belonging to PT Pacific Sumber Segara, a Mitsubishi T-200 minibus and a Suzuki Carry minibus at 12:15 a.m. on the Jakarta-Merak toll road in Bitung, Tangerang, on Monday.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Komnas HAM to probe Aceh violations
Komnas HAM to probe Aceh violations Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) said on Monday it would investigate over 20 cases of alleged rights violations in Aceh during the first two weeks of military operations in the province. The commission said the cases involved civilians in the province and included murder, sexual harassment, rape and forced displacement.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
BPS data reveals tourism woes
BPS data reveals tourism woes The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) said on Monday that the regional spread of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) had taken a heavy toll on the Indonesian tourism industry. A report from the agency revealed that the number of foreign tourist arrivals to Indonesian feel by 29 percent, from 288,417 in March to 204,565 in April, due to the outbreak of the pneumonia-like illness in Singapore and other countries in Asia.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Suwarna reelected as E. Kalimantan governor
Suwarna reelected as E. Kalimantan governor The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The East Kalimantan legislative council reelected on Monday governor H. Suwarna and his deputy AF Yurnalis Ngayoh for another five years. Unlike other recent provincial elections which have been marred by problems, the council voted the pair in with a majority 24 out of 44 votes in an uneventful election.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Visa renewal in Bali
Visa renewal in Bali I read the letter Pay tourists to come here by Ian Gregory published in The Jakarta Post on May 31. It looks like a good idea to me. Therefore, I will mention an idea that was introduced some years ago. In the United States or Canada, if a foreigner needs to renew a visa, that individual does not have to exit the country. It can all be done locally.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. INSIGHT: 1 x 50
1. INSIGHT: 1 x 50 Indonesia's army remains a closed corporate group 2. POSTAL: 1 x 39 Postal service halted in war-torn Aceh 3. HAM: 1 x 37 Komnas HAM to probe Aceh violations 4. TERROR: 2 x 26 Govt considers asking UN to put GAM on terror list 5. TIES: 1 x 64 RI move to downgrade ties with Sweden counterproductive: Expert
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 2, 2003: -------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 975 0 0 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 85 0 760,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 135 15 25,000 Alakasa Industrindo 105 5 4,500 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 725 -25 9,000 Alter Abadi Tbk 20 5 1,077,000 Alumindo Light 205 0...
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement Kurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post Jakarta House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Muhaimin Iskandar urged fellow lawmakers on Monday to resolve all of the contentious issues in the national education bill before bringing it to a House plenary meeting for endorsement.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI move to downgrade ties with Sweden counterproductive: Expert
RI move to downgrade ties with Sweden counterproductive: Expert A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Any moves by Indonesia to put its diplomatic ties with Sweden on the line could backfire on Jakarta's long-time efforts to capture Free Aceh Movement (GAM) rebel leaders in exile in the European country, an international relations expert has warned.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Questioning reforestation fund
Questioning reforestation fund From Koran Tempo As reported in The Jakarta Post on May 21, the secretary- general of the Ministry of Forestry, Wahjudi Wardojo, made several conflicting statements in a hearing with Commission III of the House of Representatives on May 20. While our forest areas are diminishing, the reforestation fund of Rp 10,875 trillion has just vanished into thin air. On paper, part of this fund -- Rp 8,426 trillion -- has gone to the account of the minister of finance.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Comments on Swedish-Indonesian relations
Comments on Swedish-Indonesian relations Sweden fully supports Indonesia's territorial integrity and takes the position that a solution to the conflict in Aceh must be based on the special autonomy that, by law, should already apply in Aceh. We have also declared that there is no Swedish or international support for Acehnese independence and that the only realistic solution is a negotiated solution based on the same principles as last year's cease-fire agreement.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement Kurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post Jakarta House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Muhaimin Iskandar urged fellow lawmakers on Monday to resolve all of the contentious issues in the national education bill before bringing it to a House plenary meeting for endorsement.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Off-street parking fees raised by 100 percent
Off-street parking fees raised by 100 percent The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The organization of private parking operators increased on Monday off-street parking rates at buildings in Jakarta by up to 100 percent, without approval from the city's governor or council. The Communication Forum for Private Parking Operators (FKPPS) said the increase was in response to the city administration's plan to impose a 20 percent tax on off-street parking operators.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ JAKARTA: Unlike regular hearings at the House of Representatives, Commission I on foreign and defense affairs held on Monday a hearing at Army headquarters on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta. Over 20 legislators, who traveled to the hearing in three Army buses, questioned the Army on several issues including the ongoing Aceh conflict and the role of the National Intelligence Body.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
New cashless parking system confuses motorists
New cashless parking system confuses motorists Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A new parking system that has attendants using handheld computers to collect fees did not go as smoothly as planned when it went into effect in five areas across the city on Monday as most motorists complained about various frustrations from using the new scheme. The pilot project was implemented on Jl. Bulevar Raya, Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta; Jl. Jatinegara Timur, East Jakarta; Jl.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Makassar bomb blast trials to start next Monday
Makassar bomb blast trials to start next Monday Andi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, Makassar, South Sulawesi The trials of five of 24 suspects implicated in the Makassar bomb attacks on Dec. 5, 2002, will begin in the Makassar District Court on June 9.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Neglecting our children
Neglecting our children From Kompas For the past three months I have always passed Bandung Indah Plaza and found four or five children aged between two and four years lying on the roadside, hoping to get some money from anybody taking pity on their condition. Sometimes these kids lie in the rain. Trembling, they shout out loud. Most of the time, they simply sleep on the ground under the scorching sun.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI seeks E. Timor clarification
RI seeks E. Timor clarification JAKARTA: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs seeks a clarification on East Timor's call for an international tribunal against Indonesian Military (TNI) officials for human rights abuses. Foreign minister Hassan Wirayuda said on Monday that his officials had met with the East Timorese charge d'affairs for an explanation. "The East Timorese official said he would confirm the reports with Dili and we'll wait for further information," he said.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
HSBC, ANZ Panin lend $26m to Techpack Asia
HSBC, ANZ Panin lend $26m to Techpack Asia HSBC and ANZ Panin Bank have jointly granted a seven-year loan worth about US$26 million to PT Techpack Asia, which operates a cosmetic packaging plant in Demak, Central Java. At the signing ceremony for the loan agreement on Monday, it was announced that $17.4 million would be contributed by Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) Limited and the remaining $8.7 million by PT ANZ Panin Bank.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nigerian controls drug trade
Nigerian controls drug trade JAKARTA: Police have managed to uncover an international drug trafficking network controlled by Nigerian inmate, Nwaolisa Hansen Anthony, who is serving a life sentence at Cipinang Penitentiary in East Jakarta. Chief of the drug abuse division of the Jakarta Police Detectives, Carlo Brix Tewu said on Monday that Anthony controlled the drug network using his cellular phone to contact his men, even in Pakistan.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Aceh court to try 7 soldiers
Aceh court to try 7 soldiers Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Aceh Seven soldiers will go on trial on Tuesday for allegedly beating civilians in Bireuen regency, Aceh, the first time such a trial is being held amid the ongoing military operation, as the Indonesian Military (TNI) responds to concerns over human rights abuses. The trial is the result of a four-day TNI internal inquiry into the case.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ JAKARTA: Unlike regular hearings at the House of Representatives, Commission I on foreign and defense affairs held on Monday a hearing at Army headquarters on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta. Over 20 legislators, who traveled to the hearing in three Army buses, questioned the Army on several issues including the ongoing Aceh conflict and the role of the National Intelligence Body.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Exports rise 13% in first four months
Exports rise 13% in first four months The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The country's exports in the first four months of this year increased by 13.02 percent to US$19.95 billion compared to the same period last year, the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) reported on Monday. BPS said the positive export data showed that the rapid appreciation of the rupiah against the U.S. dollar has not affected the country's export performance so far.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
CGI promises to maintain support for Indonesia
CGI promises to maintain support for Indonesia Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Consultative Group on Indonesia (CGI), which represents the country's major lenders, vowed on Monday to maintain financial support for Indonesia when the country ends the current International Monetary Fund reform program later this year. "There is a strong willingness from the donors to support the government. The donors very much respect what the government has been doing under the IMF's program.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
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;REUTERS;KOD; ANPAu..r.. Aglance-Malaysia-defense Malaysia shopping for 4 AWACS aircraft -report JP/11/ASEAN KL shopping for 4 AWACS aircraft MALAYSIA: Kuala Lumpur plans to buy four "Airborne Warning and System Control System" (AWACS) aircraft, costing a total of more than US$1 billion, to boost air defense, local media reported on Monday.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Four Seasons Resorts Bali
Four Seasons Resorts Bali TROPICAL GARDEN: Like most modern resorts, Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran bay also features a lush tropical garden in their courtyard. FOR Marketing Perspective JP/Mulkan Salmona CREATIVE WORKS: Two workers of a handicraft company demonstrate the making of decorative plates from fragments of ceramic tiles. Many small firms are sometime inventive and creative but lack the financing to expand their business.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Fertilizer association urges gas price cut
Fertilizer association urges gas price cut M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Fertilizer Producers Association (APPI) could guarantee an affordable fertilizer price for the domestic market only after a price reduction for natural gas. APPI chairman Zaenal Soedjais said Monday that only if the price of gas was reduced to US$1 per million metric British thermal unit (MMBTU), could producers guarantee the retail price of fertilizer would be Rp 1,050 (11 U.S.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
JSX to delist Tripolyta, Kopitime
JSX to delist Tripolyta, Kopitime JAKARTA: The Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) announced on Monday it would delist chemical company PT Tripolyta Indonesia and information technology company PT Kopitime Dotcom from the composite index board as of July 7. JSX said that Tripolyta would be delisted because the company failed to submit its third quarter financial report for 2002 and had not distributed dividends for the last five years.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Antidrug campaign targets students
Antidrug campaign targets students Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In a move to tackle the alarming increase in drug abuse among students, a team of doctors of city-owned Duren Sawit Hospital in East Jakarta held on Monday an impromptu urine test for students of State High School (SMU) 4 on Jl. Batu 3, Central Jakarta.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
City plans to restrict smoking
City plans to restrict smoking The Jakarta city administration plans to prohibit smoking in public places such as public transit, and government and private buildings this year. Governor Sutiyoso said Monday he is still preparing the legal structure of the policy, which could come in the form of a gubernatorial decree or a bylaw. "Hopefully, the public places will be tobacco free by the end of this year. I hope that the policy will receive support from the public," he added.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Mountains or beaches? Pleasure is only hours away
Mountains or beaches? Pleasure is only hours away Feeling tired and in need of some rest and relaxation? Get out of the oppressive heat of Jakarta and refresh your body and mind at resorts close to the capital. For Jakarta residents, there are several excellent options for weekends and holidays: mountain resorts, beach side hotels and island retreats. If you want to spend your holiday at a nearby mountain resort, a villa in Puncak is serene.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ JAKARTA: Unlike regular hearings at the House of Representatives, Commission I on foreign and defense affairs held on Monday a hearing at Army headquarters on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta. Over 20 legislators, who traveled to the hearing in three Army buses, questioned the Army on several issues including the ongoing Aceh conflict and the role of the National Intelligence Body.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Inflation in May increased by 0.21 percent
Inflation in May increased by 0.21 percent The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Central Statistics Agency (BPS) said on Monday that inflation in May rose by 0.21 percent from the previous month, due to an increase in the prices of goods and services. BPS said that last May, the inflation rate stood at 6.91 percent, lower than the annual rate of 7.4 percent posted in April 2003. The agency said that the annual inflation rate in May was the lowest so far this year.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hoping for quick Aceh solution
Hoping for quick Aceh solution From Suara Karya The war in Aceh is the government's last resort to solve the Aceh crisis. The Presidential Decree No 28/2003 on the declara tion of martial law in Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, has obtained approval from the House of Representatives and broad segments of the society.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Activists allege abuses in Papua
Activists allege abuses in Papua JAKARTA: Indonesian troops are suspected of killing a prisoner in custody and of torturing several other people in a recent operation in easternmost Papua province, a human rights group said Monday. The military denied the charges, the latest in a series leveled at soldiers in the separatist-minded region on the western side of Papua New Guinea island.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
SMEs should be made more competitive
SMEs should be made more competitive Andi Muhammad Sadat, Contributor, Jakarta The World Competitiveness Yearbook, in its 2001 edition, analyzed the capabilities of numerous countries in making available a conducive environment for a healthy competition among companies. Based on 286 statistical components from 49 developed and developing countries, the report provides useful input on four basic elements: economic performance, government efficiency, business efficiency and infrastructure.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Postal service halted in war-torn Aceh
Postal service halted in war-torn Aceh Yuli Trisuwarni and Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Bandung/Lhokseumawe National postal service PT Pos Indonesia indefinitely suspended its operation across Aceh starting Monday due to security concerns. Spokesman of Pos Indonesia Arief Setyanto told reporters employees had found it difficult to make postal deliveries to the war-torn province since the government imposed martial law.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt considers asking UN to put GAM on terror list
Govt considers asking UN to put GAM on terror list Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian government plans to ask the United Nations to put the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) separatist rebels on the list of terrorist groups, citing various acts of terror perpetrated by the organization in the country. Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said on Monday the country had a lot of evidence of GAM's role in sparking a series of terror attacks in Indonesia.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Oil at six-week high near $30
Oil at six-week high near $30 Reuters, London U.S. oil prices climbed to a six-week high near US$30 a barrel on Monday as traders reacted to a stubborn deficit in U.S. stockpiles and a potential output cut from OPEC. By London midday, U.S. crude futures were up 30 cents at $29.86 a barrel -- their highest level since April 22. Benchmark Brent crude gained 28 cents to $26.60 a barrel, just 50 cents away from a two-month peak.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
How sacred is the unitary state of Indonesia?
How sacred is the unitary state of Indonesia? J. Soedjati Djiwandono, Political Analyst, Jakarta By definition the Aceh crisis is a case of conflict in its pure form: It is one in which the interests of the parties involved are completely incompatible and mutually exclusive. The are a number of other conflicts of a similar nature: The Israeli- Palestinian conflict, the Indian-Pakistani conflict over Kashmir and one between the Sri Lankan government and the Tamil ethnic group.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Yusril left stranded in Canberra
Yusril left stranded in Canberra Agence France-Presse, Canberra A senior Indonesian minister was less than impressed with Australian hospitality on Monday when security guards outside parliament prevented him from reaching a scheduled meeting with his Australian counterpart. Justice Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra was due to lunch in parliament house with Attorney-General Daryl Williams for talks on setting up a joint taskforce to battle transnational crime.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Army remains a closed corporate group 3
* Headlines: Army remains a closed corporate group 3 * National: Visa policy granted grace period 4 * Archipelago: Suwarna reelected E. Kalimantan governor 5 * Opinion: Time for RI to start second wave of 'reformasi' 6 * City: City plans to restrict smoking 8 * Sports: Giro victory dream comes true for Simoni 10 * World: Credibility problems haunt Bush administration 11 * Business: Cost of terrorism fight worries APEC 16 * Features: New species discovered in E. Kalimantan 18
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
INDOSAT CYBER EDUCATION: Indosat Director Widya Purnama (right)
INDOSAT CYBER EDUCATION: Indosat Director Widya Purnama (right) and Middle Level Special Education Director Gatot Hari Priowirjanto signed a memorandum of understanding on Cyber Education Development on May 27, 2003 at Indosat Training and Conference Centre (ITCC), Jatiluhur. This project offers sophisticated learning methods using multimedia technology of Indosat Mega Media (IM2).
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Only candidates may protest election results
Only candidates may protest election results Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Only presidential candidates and their running mates, not political parties, will be allowed to submit objections to the Constitutional Court should they find any fraud in the final results of presidential elections, according to the special committee currently deliberating the presidential election bill.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ JAKARTA: Unlike regular hearings at the House of Representatives, Commission I on foreign and defense affairs held on Monday a hearing at Army headquarters on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta. Over 20 legislators, who traveled to the hearing in three Army buses, questioned the Army on several issues including the ongoing Aceh conflict and the role of the National Intelligence Body.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hypermarkets everywhere
Hypermarkets everywhere From Koran Tempo A media report stated that Carrefour Hypermarket in Kuningan must be closed down and that a member of the House of Representatives has said Carrefour can operate in Indonesia only in 2020. Something must have gone wrong in this case or perhaps there is a backstreet deal. What has the Commission on Supervision over Business Competition (KPPU) done in this regard? The commission should have shown an early response in defense of the economically weak.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Jail term sought for religious minister
Jail term sought for religious minister JAKARTA: An Indonesian prosecutor called Monday for a Christian priest to be jailed for five years for allegedly possessing guns in a strife-torn district of Central Sulawesi province. Prosecutor I Putu Gde Jeladha Palu said Renaldy Damanik, 44, had been proven guilty of possessing three home-made rifles and 144 rounds of ammunition.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
The $17.5b controversy
The $17.5b controversy The politics involved in resolving the four-year dispute between the government and Bank Indonesia with regard to who is responsible to recoup the Rp 144.5 trillion (US$17.5 billion) in emergency liquidity loans extended by the central bank to bail out banks in 1997 and 1998 seems to have gone all the way back to square one.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Establishing synergy between small companies and banks
Establishing synergy between small companies and banks Pramukti Surjaudaja, Contributor, Jakarta Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are very important for any country, but they are particularly important for developing countries because they make a great contribution to a country's economic development by creating employment opportunities, playing an intermediary role and supporting major industries and companies.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Linggasana gives rise to new forest management concept
Linggasana gives rise to new forest management concept Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Kuningan, West Java When a mudslide at a hotspring resort in Pacet, East Java killed at least 26 visitors last December, state forestry firm Perhutani could no longer hide its poor management of Javanese state forests. Families of the victims sued the firm, which oversees the tourist area, for negligence. Rampant illegal logging in the area above the hotspring had helped trigger the mudslide.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Visa -- 48pt Bodoni Bold 5/1 (1x24)
1. Visa -- 48pt Bodoni Bold 5/1 (1x24) Visa policy granted grace period Sari P. Setiogi The Jakarta Post Jakarta The government is not postponing the new visa policy but is merely implementing a six-month transition period instead, spokesman Ade E. Dahlan for the Directorate General of Immigration at the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights said on Monday. "Actually, the transition period has been in effect since late March, so it is not an extended delay," he told The Jakarta Post.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Matori's PKB to hold national meeting
Matori's PKB to hold national meeting JAKARTA: After winning a legal case against Alwi Shihab's camp of the National Awakening Party (PKB), its rival camp chaired by Matori Abdul Djalil is set to hold a national meeting in June. The meeting, to be held in Central Java, aims at internally consolidating the party in order to contend the 2004 general elections and the first-ever direct presidential election.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Asian monies pare loss, SARS containment may buoy economies
Asian monies pare loss, SARS containment may buoy economies Asian currencies pared losses on trader speculation the containment of the deadly SARS virus, which had prompted governments to slash growth forecasts and consumers to hold back on spending, will buoy economies. The Singapore dollar was little changed at S$1.7308 against its U.S. counterpart after falling as much as 0.4 percent. The Thai baht held at 41.72 after sliding 0.3 percent, according to Bloomberg data.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Tourists drawn by pristine beaches of Bintan island
Tourists drawn by pristine beaches of Bintan island Fadli Contributor Batam "Have you ever visited Bintan island?" If this question was asked to Indonesians living outside Riau province, few would nod their heads. Many perhaps, are unfamiliar with this island which, together with the nearby Batam island, has become a major tourist destination after Bali. Located right in Singapore's backyard, this island has become an important destination for the city state's residents.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Jail term sought for religious minister
Jail term sought for religious minister JAKARTA: An Indonesian prosecutor called Monday for a Christian priest to be jailed for five years for allegedly possessing guns in a strife-torn district of Central Sulawesi province. Prosecutor I Putu Gde Jeladha Palu said Renaldy Damanik, 44, had been proven guilty of possessing three home-made rifles and 144 rounds of ammunition.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. PICIES: 1 LINE, 38 COUNTS
1. PICIES: 1 LINE, 38 COUNTS New species discovered in E. Kalimantan 2. DIESEL: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS Tokyo's new diesel rules get mixed reception 3. TARZAN: 1 LINE, 41 COUNTS Orchids endangered by popularity of roots
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nabiel okays reclamation project, says Sutiyoso
Nabiel okays reclamation project, says Sutiyoso Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso is determined to go ahead with his plan for the reclamation of Jakarta's northern coastal areas, claiming that State Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim has changed his mind and has decided to endorse the much-criticized project. "I just met with Pak Nabiel Makarim today...
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Manpower minister leads RI delegation to ILC
Manpower minister leads RI delegation to ILC The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea is leading Indonesia's tripartite delegation to the 91st International Labor Conference (ILC) taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from June 3 to June 17. The conference is being held to discuss labor issues such as poverty alleviation, workplace safety and security, and the elimination of discrimination in the workplace.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Alleged Bali bombing mastermind Samudra on trial for his life
Alleged Bali bombing mastermind Samudra on trial for his life Wahyoe Boediwardhana and I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The alleged mastermind of the devastating Bali bomb attacks appeared in court for the first time on Monday. Imam Samudra, 33, was charged under antiterrorism laws with plotting and organizing the terror attacks that killed 202 people on Oct. 12 last year. If convicted, he faces execution.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Problems and challenge in providing small credits
Problems and challenge in providing small credits Mohamad Nazirwan, Contributor, Jakarta Discussing the role of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) is always interesting and often invites heated debate involving economists, politicians and policy makers. The reason behind the phenomenon is that MSMEs are regarded as the backbone of the economy in many developing countries, including Indonesia.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ JAKARTA: Unlike regular hearings at the House of Representatives, Commission I on foreign and defense affairs held on Monday a hearing at Army headquarters on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta. Over 20 legislators, who traveled to the hearing in three Army buses, questioned the Army on several issues including the ongoing Aceh conflict and the role of the National Intelligence Body.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
New species discovered in E. Kalimantan
New species discovered in E. Kalimantan Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Pa'Raye, East Kalimantan The forests of Kalimantan are famous for being home to over 3,000 types of plants and hundreds of animals. A recent expedition of Indonesian and Malaysian scientists at the Kayan Mentarang National Park discovered some more species to add to the list.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Cathay luring back passenger
Cathay luring back passenger JAKARTA: Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific has begun a campaign to lure back Indonesian passengers after the World Health Organization (WHO) lifted its Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) travel advisory on the territory. Richard Reed, Cathay Pacific's Indonesia country manager, said that from mid-June to Sep. 15 the airline would offer round-trip flights between Hong Kong and Jakarta, Surabaya and Denpasar for US$328.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Djati1 ---- How sacred is the unitary state of RI?
1. Djati1 ---- How sacred is the unitary state of RI? 3 X 15 Part 1 of 3 How sacred is the unitary state of RI? J. Soedjati Djiwandono 2. Jusuf -- A Southeast Asian perspective on Asia Pacific security 1 X 30 Part 1 of 1 SE Asia's role in eradicating terrorism Jusuf Wanandi Member, Board of Trustees Centre of Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Jakarta
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Visa policy granted grace period
Visa policy granted grace period Sari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is not postponing the new visa policy but is merely implementing a six-month transition period instead, spokesman Ade E. Dahlan for the Directorate General of Immigration at the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights said on Monday. "Actually, the transition period has been in effect since late March, so it is not an extended delay," he told The Jakarta Post.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. BOMBING: 3 x 20
1. BOMBING: 3 x 20 Bali bombing suspect Samudra stands trial for his life 2. DRUG: 1 x 35 Antidrug campaign targets students 3. EXPORTS: 1 x 38 Exports rise 13% in first four months 4. YUSRIL: 1 x 32 Yusril left stranded in Canberra 5. YANGON: 1 x 50 Myanmar military cracks down, Suu Kyi in custody
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indian community leader dies
Indian community leader dies Jakarta's Indian community is mourning the loss of one of its leaders, Pritam Singh, who died on May 20 at a hospital in New Delhi, India. Born on March 17, 1917, in Jhelum in what is now Pakistan, Pritam Singh first arrived in Padang, West Sumatra, in 1936, where he became involved in numerous activities. From 1936 to 1940 he served as the treasurer to the Minangkas Football Federation in Padang.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
* RI move to downgrade ties with Sweden counterproductive: Expert
* RI move to downgrade ties with Sweden counterproductive: Expert -- Page 3 * Govt considers asking UN to put GAM on terrorist list -- Page 3 * Postal service halted in war-torn Aceh -- Page 3 * Komnas HAM to probe Aceh violations -- Page 3 * How sacred is the unitary state of RI? -- Page 7
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CGI applauds macroeconomic progress, urges deeper reform
CGI applauds macroeconomic progress, urges deeper reform Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's traditional donors grouped under the Consultative Group on Indonesia (CGI) have welcomed the country's macroeconomic improvements, but warn that slow progress in structural reform could impede economic growth. "Much has happened since the last meeting in January, from the Iraq war to SARS ...
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. siap: 1 line 38 counts
1. siap: 1 line 38 counts Taking Indonesian paintings to the world 2. chech: 1 line 28 counts A master glass artist's influence
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Govt seeks action against GAM
Govt seeks action against GAM The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri will send a special team to Stockholm this week to try and convince Sweden to take action against Aceh rebel leaders who have obtained Swedish citizenship. Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said on Monday that the team, led by the President's special envoy Ali Alatas, would provide evidence of the GAM leaders' involvement in separatist and terrorist acts in Indonesia.
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Taking Indonesian paintings to the world
Taking Indonesian paintings to the world Lila Fitri Aly, Contributor, Jakarta Indonesia's painting maestri like Affandi, S. Sudjojono and Hendra Gunawan became renowned throughout the world because they traveled a long-tested journey and showed consistency in their careers. Undeniably focusing on their careers led them to attain a high level of artistic achievement.
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Fire leaves thousands homeless
Fire leaves thousands homeless PALANGKA RAYA, Central Kalimantan: About 2,400 people from more than 600 families from 11 neighborhood units were left homeless after fire swept through slums bordering Kahayan River in Pahandut district, Palangka Raya on Sunday night. Crews from dozens of fire trucks were unable to contain the fire due to its location away from the main road. Strong winds fanned the fire. "I didn't know where the fire came from but it was so quick and the smoke was so thick.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Pantura - 4x12
1. Pantura - 4x12 Nabiel okays reclamation project, says Sutiyoso 2. Parking - 2x 25 New cashless parking system confuses motorists 3. Smoke - 1x 27 City plans to restrict smoking 4. Secure - 2x20 Off-street parking fees raised by 100 percent 5. Speak - 1x 40 'I smoke when I'm alone or in a bad mood'
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Rupiah Rates June. 2
Rupiah Rates June. 2 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,736.98 5,082.29 5,439.65 5,379.31 Brunei dollar 1 5,099.25 4,519.61 4,834.97 4,783.74 Canadian dollar 1 6,444.25 5,710.85 6,110.26 6,044.60 Swiss franc 1 6,750.44 5,982.90 6,400.58 6,332.54 Danish krone 1 1,387.92 1,230.38 1,315.98 1,302.28 Euro 1 10,304.83 9,135.59 9,770.75 9,669.48 Poundsterling 1 14,372.50 12,739.83 13,627.61 13,484.35 Hong Kong dollar 1 1,133.17 1,004.89 1,074.44...
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Batam tourism eyes recovery
Batam tourism eyes recovery BATAM, Riau: Batam's battered tourist industry is betting on the return of Singaporean tourists after the World Health Organization (WHO) removed the neighboring country from its list of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)-affected areas. "Batam cannot be separated from Singapore," said Urmy Sungkar, the Batam chairman of the Indonesian Hotel and Restaurant Union, on Monday.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
INDOSAT CYBER EDUCATION: Indosat Director Widya Purnama (right)
INDOSAT CYBER EDUCATION: Indosat Director Widya Purnama (right) and Middle Level Special Education Director Gatot Hari Priowirjanto signed a memorandum of understanding on Cyber Education Development on May 27, 2003 at Indosat Training and Conference Centre (ITCC), Jatiluhur. This project offers sophisticated learning methods using multimedia technology of Indosat Mega Media (IM2).
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
North Aceh: First Sgt. Komarudin allegedly shot dead by rebels
North Aceh: First Sgt. Komarudin allegedly shot dead by rebels while on duty guarding a school examination in Simpang Tiga. Soldiers found and defused a makeshift booby trap under a bridge in Tanah Jambo Aye. Bireuen: 4 villagers from Raya Dagang, Peusangan district, abducted by GAM rebels wearing TNI uniforms.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Police miss 'Tempo' hearing again
Police miss 'Tempo' hearing again JAKARTA: For the second time, the Central Jakarta District Court on Monday delayed the hearing of the lawsuit filed against the police in the Tempo attack case. The hearing was delayed because the Jakarta Police chief and the Menteng police subprecint chief were not present.
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Batak paints against all odds
Batak paints against all odds Kornelius Purba, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Many people were surprised when told that a Batak painter was holding a two-week solo exhibition at Sari Pan Pacific Hotel in Jakarta, marking his 20th year as a painter. The Batak people are well known for their music and singing talents, probably thanks to their strong gospel tradition. Many have made their mark in the music and recording industry.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's army remains a closed corporate group
Indonesia's army remains a closed corporate group R. William Liddle, Professor of Politics, The Ohio State University How likely is it that Indonesia will once again be ruled by the Indonesian Military (TNI)?
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ
Legislators hold hearing at Army HQ JAKARTA: Unlike regular hearings at the House of Representatives, Commission I on foreign and defense affairs held on Monday a hearing at Army headquarters on Jl. Medan Merdeka Barat, Central Jakarta. Over 20 legislators, who traveled to the hearing in three Army buses, questioned the Army on several issues including the ongoing Aceh conflict and the role of the National Intelligence Body.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
`I smoke when I'm alone or in a bad mood'
`I smoke when I'm alone or in a bad mood' In line with the World Health Organization's (WHO) implementation of the Framework Convention for Tobacco Control in 1996, the Indonesian government has issued a regulation stipulating that cigarette manufacturers limit their advertising as well as print a health warning on packages. However, this has not deterred smokers from lighting up as recent data shows that about 70 percent of the population still smoke.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indomobil turns a profit
Indomobil turns a profit Indonesia's second largest automotive assembler and distributor, PT Indomobil Sukses International, said it booked a net profit of Rp 970 billion (US$116 million) in 2002, compared to a loss of Rp 51.4 billion the previous year. The profit mostly came from the company's subsidiaries, which booked a total profit of Rp 888 billion. The remaining came from currency gains and sales.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Time for Indonesia to start second wave of `reformasi'
Time for Indonesia to start second wave of `reformasi' Satish Mishra, Head, United Nations Support Facility for Indonesian Recovery (UNSFIR), Jakarta, satish.mishra@undp.org For some reason we are all attracted to the idea of the five yearly review. This year it is the turn of reformasi. Articles and seminars abound. So do demonstrations. There is much blaming and breast beating. There is also much reflection. May 1998 is after all not that far away. Have we moved ahead or fallen behind?
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorism
Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorism Jusuf Wanandi, Member, Board of Trustees, Centre of Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Jakarta The interim period of the post-Cold War era ended with the Sept. 11 terrorist act, and a new era has begun, characterized by the United States' unipolar world. Washington by now has become aware of its position of hegemony and does not hesitate to act accordingly. The Iraq War has just confirmed the new era of U.S. hegemony.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta Stock Index rises to 11-month high, Telkom gains
Jakarta Stock Index rises to 11-month high, Telkom gains Bloomberg, Jakarta Indonesian stocks rose, lifting the benchmark index to its highest in almost a year, after inflation in May eased to the lowest in 32 months, raising optimism the central bank will cut interest rates. PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia paced gains. The Jakarta Composite Index climbed 10.948, or 2.2 percent, to 505.724, the highest since June 27, at the 4 p.m. market close in Jakarta. Two shares rose for every one that fell.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Liquor firm Delta to pay dividend
Liquor firm Delta to pay dividend JAKARTA: Liquor company PT Delta Jakarta announced that it would distribute 14 percent of the company's 2002 net profit, about Rp 44.8 billion (US$5.3 million), as a dividend, amounting to Rp 400 per share. The company said on Monday its 2002 sales plunged to Rp 505 billion from Rp 534 billion the previous year, due to the overall slow demand for liquor in the local market.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Monas Park welcomes more deer
Monas Park welcomes more deer Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration insisted on Monday on putting seven more deer in the National Monument (Monas) park, even though one of the deer from the previous batch has apparently been under heavy stress and is being treated at an animal hospital.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Teenager arrested for sexual assault
Teenager arrested for sexual assault Nana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java A 16-year-old junior high school student was arrested on Sunday for the alleged rape or sexual assault of 13 elementary school boys and two girls in Cirebon. The resident of Tanah Baru village, Kesambi district, is currently being interrogated at Cirebon Police Headquarters. He cannot be named due to his age.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Asian monies pare loss, SARS to buoy economies
Asian monies pare loss, SARS to buoy economies Bloomberg, Singapore Asian currencies pared losses on trader speculation the containment of the deadly SARS virus, which had prompted governments to slash growth forecasts and consumers to hold back on spending, will buoy economies. The Singapore dollar was little changed at S$1.7308 against its U.S. counterpart after falling as much as 0.4 percent. The Thai baht held at 41.72 after sliding 0.3 percent, according to Bloomberg data.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Billion-dollar Asian bond fund launched in Bangkok
Billion-dollar Asian bond fund launched in Bangkok The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra on Monday launched a billion-dollar Asian Bond Fund (ABF), backed by 11 Asian economies, which will focus on investing in regional government bonds. Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, China, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, Australia and New Zealand are the participating economies.
Tue, 03 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
FPDA shifts its focus to terrorism
FPDA shifts its focus to terrorism Agence France-Presse, Penang, Malaysia A five-nation grouping dedicated to the defense of Malaysia and Singapore is to shift its focus from conventional threats to terrorism, Malaysia's Defense Minister Najib Razak said on Monday. He was speaking after a one-day meeting in this northern Malaysian city with his counterparts from Australia, Britain, New Zealand and Singapore, which comprise the 32-year-old Five Power Defence Arrangement (FPDA).
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checked by Rich
checked by Rich Investing in Indonesia with a Racing Spirit! Swedish-Indonesian relations date back a long time - before independence - and have been broad and deep, in spite of the large geographical distance between our two countries. Diplomatic relations were established in 1950, Sweden being one of the first countries to recognize the newly independent Republic of Indonesia in late 1949.