Archive: 4 June 2003
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Wednesday, June 4, 2003
TV Program: Wednesday, June 4, 2003 .TB.30" 1.00" TVRI .TB.30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:00 English News Service 9:00 Music 10:00 Quiz: Dibisikin 11:00 News: Berita Daerah 12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang 1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:30 Children's Show 3:00 Music 4:30 Documentary 5:00 Game Show: Yang Brilian 6:00 News: Berita Petang 7:00 Quiz: Ekspresi Gaya Pelajar 9:00 News: Berita Malam 9:30 Music: Dangdut Pro 11:00 Talk Show: Bincang-Bincang Malam TPI 6:00 a.m.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
FE Chicago Marathon training starts
FE Chicago Marathon training starts JAKARTA: Training starts on June 10 for the Chicago Marathon in the Far East. The 18-week training program is in preparation for the 42.5-kilometer race on Oct. 12. This will be the fifth consecutive year that the marathon will be staged in Indonesia. Organizers of the Chicago Marathon in the U.S. officially recognize the Indonesian marathon. Last year's Far East marathon was staged from Labuan to Anyer in Banten province and was won by Karen Yoder of the U.S.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverage
Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverage Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite their stance on the integrity of the Unitary Republic of Indonesia, local media have attempted to remain critical in covering the government's ongoing integrated operation in Aceh. Aris Hilman, the national desk editor of Jakarta-based Republika, said that his newspaper supported the government's stance that Aceh is a part of Indonesia.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Solar-powered electricity may solve energy crisis
Solar-powered electricity may solve energy crisis Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Gadjah Mada University's Center for Energy Studies (PSE) is offering a solar-powered electricity system as an alternative power source to help overcome the energy crisis that is currently affecting state-owned electricity company PLN. Head of the PSE Yudi Utomo Imardjoko said that the system would reduce people's dependence on the power supply from PLN.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Reforestation fund
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Fishermen grounded by strong winds
Fishermen grounded by strong winds CILACAP, Central Java: Strong winds have left about 20,000 fishermen in Cilacap unable to work for more than three weeks. "The strong winds will keep blowing for the next three months, but we have to deal with it during the dry season. It's definitely a hard time for us," said one of the fishermen, Rohmadi. Many of the fishermen have found temporary work on land rather than risk their lives by going out to sea in the strong winds.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
2. PIRACY 2 X 28
2. PIRACY 2 X 28 Asia biggest culprit for software piracy: BSA survey 3. APEC 3 X 20 APEC backs bilateral free trade agreements, says they promote WTO
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The General Elections Commission (KPU) reported to the House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday its plan to increase the budget for general elections in 2004 from Rp 2.9 trillion (US$363 million) to Rp 3.45 trillion (US$431.25 million). The budget would finance both legislative and presidential elections.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Volvo diplomacy
Volvo diplomacy Something is not quite right with this picture: Key Cabinet ministers arriving in their chauffeur-driven Volvo sedans to a Cabinet meeting on Monday to consider which direction to take on the status of Indonesia's relations with Sweden. It is not terribly ironic in itself that they are driven around in Volvos -- a fine Swedish automobile. It could have been a Mercedes Benz, which President Megawati Soekarnoputri arrived in.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bombing indictments submitted
Bombing indictments submitted Wahyoe Boediwardhana and Andi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar/Makassar The Bali Prosecutors Office submitted the indictments of nine more Bali bombing suspects to the Denpasar District Court on Tuesday.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public places
Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public places Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A number of councillors gave strong support on Tuesday for the plan of Governor Sutiyoso to ban smoking in public places like shopping malls, offices, and on public buses and trains. They advised the city administration to draft a bylaw on the ban, which will become the legal basis for the policy stipulating punishment for violators.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civilians
Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civilians Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Aceh Three Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers went on trial on Tuesday on charges of the mistreatment of villagers during the current offensive against rebels in Aceh. Military prosecutors accused the defendants, First Pvt. Syaiful Bahri, 29, Second Pvt. Tony Narianto, 22, and Second Pvt.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Operators up parking fees without approval
Operators up parking fees without approval Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A number of private parking operators in Jakarta increased their parking rates at some sites by up to 100 percent on Monday, without the approval of either the city administration or council. Councillors and city officials said on Tuesday that the increase was illegal because it had not been officially approved.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
IMF lauds creation of the Asian Bond Fund
IMF lauds creation of the Asian Bond Fund Dow Jones, Bangkok The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday welcomed the creation of the Asian Bond Fund as a step toward greater regional cooperation but noted that there were still several uncertainties regarding implementation and future development.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
APEC gives go-ahead to anti-SARS, antiterrorism plan
APEC gives go-ahead to anti-SARS, antiterrorism plan Associated Press, Khon Kaen, Thailand Asia Pacific trade ministers on Tuesday approved an emergency plan to protect their economies from SARS and terrorism, and pledged to strengthen global free trade. Ending a two-day meeting, the ministers of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation forum issued an "action plan" to combat SARS, which has severely hit five of the grouping's 21 members: China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and Canada. "APEC must..
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. TRIAL: 2 x 28
1. TRIAL: 2 x 28 Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civilians 3. MEDIA: 2 x 26 Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverage 4. TRAINING: 1 x 37 TNI holds second journalist training
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Explosives need more control
Explosives need more control JAKARTA: The House of Representatives' Commission I for defense and security affairs called for the establishment of an independent body to control the use of explosives. The new body, which would supervise the production, distribution, trade and documentation to do with explosive materials throughout the country, would be expected to curb the improper use of the potentially fatal materials.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
U.S. military official visits Sabah
U.S. military official visits Sabah MALAYSIA: The top U.S. military commander in the Asia-Pacific region visited a remote Malaysian province on Tuesday that Washington says faces security risks from al-Qaeda-linked groups operating in the nearby southern Philippines. Adm. Thomas Fargo was holding talks with Malaysia's military chief Gen. Zahidi Zainuddin and touring military facilities in Malaysia's Sabah state, on Borneo island, the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur said.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Explosives need more control
Explosives need more control JAKARTA: The House of Representatives' Commission I for defense and security affairs called for the establishment of an independent body to control the use of explosives. The new body, which would supervise the production, distribution, trade and documentation to do with explosive materials throughout the country, would be expected to curb the improper use of the potentially fatal materials.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Aceh waters closed to foreign ships
Aceh waters closed to foreign ships The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The martial law administrator in Aceh has decided to close off Aceh waters to foreign ships, but has failed to communicate the move to the public. Navy Chief of Staff Adm. Bernard Kent Sondakh called on the authorities in Aceh on Tuesday to announce the policy publicly. "It would be better if the government issued an official statement that Aceh waters are out-of-bounds," Bernard was quoted by Antara as saying on Tuesday.
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI in tough group in futsal meet
RI in tough group in futsal meet JAKARTA: Indonesia is drawn against favorite Argentina and Japan at the KL World 5s, an international futsal tournament, which began in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Tuesday. Twelve teams, divided into four groups, feature in the US$150,000 tournament. Other teams come from Brazil, Uruguay, Iran, Guatemala, Thailand, Uzbekistan, England, South Africa and Malaysia, a media statement said Tuesday.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
UK opposes use of Hawk warplanes in Aceh
UK opposes use of Hawk warplanes in Aceh Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The British government has questioned the use of HS-Hawk warplanes by Indonesia during the military operation against rebels in Aceh, saying the pre-purchase deal restricted the planes from offensive missions. Visiting British Foreign Office Minister Mike O'Brien voiced his government's complaint during talks with Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda on Tuesday. "The U.K.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Oil just off 6-week high on supply cut concerns
Oil just off 6-week high on supply cut concerns Reuters, London World oil prices hovered just off six-week highs on Tuesday, reflecting traders' concerns over thin global oil inventories and the possibility of a supply cut from the OPEC cartel at a time of peak summer demand. London benchmark Brent lost 16 U.S. cents to stand at US$27.22 a barrel as traders took profits from the $1 rise in the previous session. U.S. light crude was 17 U.S.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UN
RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UN Kornelius Purba, Staff Writer, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta, korpur@yahoo.com The Swedish Embassy in Jakarta slapped the Indonesian Cabinet in the face on Monday with its decision to close its doors indefinitely, while the Cabinet was still busy threatening the Swedish government for its reluctance to take legal action, including extradition to Indonesia, against Free Aceh Movement (GAM) leaders there.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 3, 2003
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 3, 2003 _________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume _________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 950 -25 106,000 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 85 0 882,500 Akbar Indo Makmur 120 -15 5,000 Alakasa Industrindo 105 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 700 -25 306,000 Alter Abadi Tbk 10 -10 912,500 Alumindo Light...
Wed, 04 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 2 of 3 How sacred is the unitary state of Indonesia? J. Soedjati Djiwandono 2. Tony -- 1 X 30 Concern over maritime security Remarks by DPM Dr Tony Tan at the IISS conference plenary session on "Maritime security after Sept. 11"
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pirated CD vendors targeted in raid
Pirated CD vendors targeted in raid The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Police officers and officials from the Association for the Indonesian Recording Industry (Asiri) raided nine stalls selling pirated CDs and MP3 discs at Ratu Plaza shopping mall in South Jakarta on Tuesday. "This is part of our nationwide campaign to crack down on piracy," the deputy head of the antipiracy division at Asiri, Nedy Darussamin, told The Jakarta Post on the sidelines of the raid.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Protests mark accountability report
Protests mark accountability report BATANG, Central Java: Opponents and supporters of Batang Regent Bambang Bintoro gathered at the City Council building on Tuesday to express their views on the regent's accountability report. Police from the small town on the northern coast of Central Java had to request additional officers from the neighboring towns of Pemalang and Pekalongan to avoid clashes between opponents and supporters of the regent.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
`I'm happy being away from tobacco'
`I'm happy being away from tobacco' According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about five million people worldwide die annually from tobacco-related illnesses. The health risks associated with the habit prompted Governor Sutiyoso to announce on Monday that a bylaw was being considered to prohibit smoking in public places. In light of the health hazards, some people are trying hard to kick the habit. The Jakarta Post talked to several residents who are trying to quit.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Higher rates
Higher rates for toll roads From Pos Kota The House of Representatives has approved increased rates for the use of toll roads in Jakarta. According to reports, the rise is as high as 25 percent, which is rounded up to reach whole amounts. For such toll roads as Cawang-Grogol-Pluit-Tanjung Priok, the rate hike from Rp 3,000 to Rp 4,000 is only proper, because they have charged the lowest so far without imposing extra payments.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poor
Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poor P.J. Leo, The Jakarta Post, Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur Susy MD Katipana did not get the honorific title Pendekar Dari Timur (The Heroine from the East) for nothing. Through her Yayasan Womintra (Women in Transition Foundation), she literally brings light to many villages in East Nusa Tenggara. "NTT's geography and topography and the people's low purchasing power have put electricity out of reach for most villagers.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
* UK opposes the use of Hawk warplanes in Aceh -- Page 3
* UK opposes the use of Hawk warplanes in Aceh -- Page 3 * Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civilians -- Page 3 * Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverage -- Page 3 * TNI holds second journalist training -- Page 3 * RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UN -- Page 6 * Muslim preachers told to back Aceh war -- Page 8
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
[b]Southeast Asia's role in
Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorism 2. Purba -- Reckless demands for Sweden and UN 2 X 30 RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UN Kornelius Purba Staff Writer The Jakarta Post Jakarta korpur@yahoo.com
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Thousands of fish die in Siak River
Thousands of fish die in Siak River PEKANBARU, Riau: Thousands of fish and shrimp in the Siak River in Riau province have died over the past few days, likely because of pollution, a local environmentalist said on Tuesday. "The Siak River is thoroughly polluted, not just by industrial waste but also by household garbage, the city and the poisonous chemicals from oil palm plantations," said Tengku Amriful, an environmental expert at Riau University.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
University told to promote pluralism
University told to promote pluralism Sari P. Setiogi The Jakarta Post Jakarta As part of the academic community, university congregations should be role models for the nation on how to live peacefully in a diverse world, a noted scholar said.
Wed, 04 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 for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Jakarta There are two more problems that have to be faced by the region. Protests and anti-U.S. sentiment among people in East Asia, particularly before and during the Iraq War, could be worrying if they persist due to problems that may arise in the aftermath of the war.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Myanmar defies calls for San Suu Kyi's release 2
* Headlines: Myanmar defies calls for San Suu Kyi's release 2 * National: Govt to relocate people to empty islands 4 * Archipelago: Riau warns companies against forest fires 5 * Opinion: Concern over maritime security 7 * City: Great Sale to offer discounts of up to 70% 8 * Sports: Epsom Derby: Europe's richest race 9 * World: Iran's nuclear program to continue, says Russia 11 * Business: Asia biggest culprit for software piracy 16 * Features: Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poor 20
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Editor tried over defamation
Editor tried over defamation JAKARTA: The executive editor of Jakarta-based Rakyat Merdeka daily went on trial on Tuesday for publishing a series of articles on President Megawati Soekarnoputri deemed defamatory. Chief prosecutor Arnold Angkouw charged Supratman under Article 137 paragraph 1 of the Criminal Code with insulting the president and vice president, which carries a maximum penalty of 16 months in jail.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Asia biggest culprit for software piracy: BSA survey
Asia biggest culprit for software piracy: BSA survey Bernice Han, Agence France-Presse, Singapore The Asia Pacific region is the biggest center for software piracy with more money lost to the industry in the region last year than anywhere else in the world, a producers' association said on Tuesday. An annual survey carried out by the Business Software Alliance (BSA) showed the region accounted for 43 percent of world losses from software piracy in 2002 or an all time high of US$5.5 billion.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
JITF upbeat about debt rescheduling target
JITF upbeat about debt rescheduling target Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta Initiative Task Force (JITF) said on Tuesday it had restructured some US$20.3 billion in corporate debts as of May, and was optimistic that it could help restructure at least half of the remaining debts by year-end when its term expires. "We've completed the debt workouts for most of the companies. There are only 27 cases left to work on.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Burhanuddin optimistic on resolving BLBI dispute
Burhanuddin optimistic on resolving BLBI dispute The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia Governor Burhanuddin Abdullah has expressed optimism that an agreement could soon be reached on how to resolve the financial mess resulting from the disbursement of liquidity facility (BLBI) to troubled banks in the late 1990s. "I hope it will not continue to drag on.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Great Sale to offer discounts of up to 70%
Great Sale to offer discounts of up to 70% Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta Great Sale will be held again this year to celebrate the city's 476th anniversary, and discounts of up to 70 percent will be introduced between June 14 and July 14 to boost business activities. Governor Sutiyoso is scheduled to officiate on Saturday the opening of the event at Cilandak Town Square in South Jakarta.
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Nabiel - 4x 12
1. Nabiel - 4x 12 Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamation 2. Smoke - 2x 25 Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public places 3. Drugs - 2x 27 Critics say police turn blind eye to role of guards in drug trade 4. Provoke- 2x 20 Muslim preachers told to back Aceh war 5. Sale - 1x40 Great Sale to offer discounts of up to 70% 6. VCD - 2x 20 Pirated CD vendors targeted in raid 'I'm happy being away from tobacco'
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI athletes lack discipline, says KONI training head
RI athletes lack discipline, says KONI training head Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's preparation for the 22nd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games seems to be stuttering as the national training chief criticized the athletes for lacking discipline. "Some of the athletes appeared undisciplined. This can affect our preparation for the SEA Games," Djoko Pramono, KONI official in charge of the Indonesian training for the SEA Games in Vietnam, said.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
2003 billiard league commences
2003 billiard league commences JAKARTA: The A Mild Billiard League began the 2003 season here on Tuesday with fourteen clubs set to play in the three-week- long, knock-out competition, which ends in August. Aired live on ANTV, the matches are played at the Bung Karno Billiard Center every Tuesday from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m., a media statement said. The clubs come from six cities and towns. Among them are 2002 champion Terminal Kemakmuran and 2002 runner-up XBC from Banten.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Lippo posts loss ahead of divestment
Lippo posts loss ahead of divestment M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With its public sale scheduled for this month, Bank Lippo announced on Tuesday that it posted a net loss of Rp 506 billion (US$59 million) in 2002, as compared to a profit of Rp 270 billion in 2001. Bank Lippo corporate secretary Widhayati Hendropurnomo told the management of the Jakarta Stocks Exchange (JSX) that last year's net loss was partly caused by the bank's operational loss of Rp 265 billion.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
South Sulawesi fights illiteracy
South Sulawesi fights illiteracy MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: The South Sulawesi education office plans to reduce the number of illiterate people in the province by 11,400 this year, or 5 percent the total number of 280,000 illiterate people in South Sulawesi. This target is seven times higher than last year's target of 1,500, said the head of the education office's extracurricular programs, Adnan Siara, on Tuesday.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections Kurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post Jakarta The General Elections Commission (KPU) reported to the House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday its plan to increase the budget for general elections in 2004 from Rp 2.9 trillion (US$363 million) to Rp 3.45 trillion (US$431.25 million). The budget would finance both legislative and presidential elections.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Critics say police turn blind eye to role of guards in drug trade
Critics say police turn blind eye to role of guards in drug trade Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The issue of prison inmates running drug rings while they are behind bars will likely remain in the headlines as the police seem reluctant to delve into the role of prison guards in the drug trade.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
TNI holds second journalist training
TNI holds second journalist training A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sixty more journalists from numerous media will train with the Indonesian Military (TNI) to receive their go-ahead in covering the military operation against the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) as embedded journalists.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Extravagant excess
Extravagant excess From Kompas The live broadcast of artist Roger Danuarta's birthday celebration on TV7 (May 19), reportedly costing around Rp 700 million, should arouse public concern. One can imagine what that money could have meant for the thousands of Aceh war refugees and thousands of street children still in desperate need of shelter and education. The super-luxury program of wealthy TV star Roger Danuarta consumed such a large amount of air time in one night (perhaps even one hour).
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
City Council demands annulment of `illegal' parking fee hikes
City Council demands annulment of `illegal' parking fee hikes Bambang Nurbianto and Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta administration and the City Council rejected on Tuesday as illegal a decision by private parking operators to raise the charges for off-street parking in buildings by up to 100 percent. They demanded that the Private Parking Operators Communications Forum (FKPPS) and buildings in Jakarta that have implemented the new charges cancel the hikes.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Residents protest eviction plan
Residents protest eviction plan JAKARTA: About 150 residents of Cipinang Melayu, East Jakarta, staged a rally at the City Council on Tuesday to protest against a plan to evict them from their homes. Leader of the protesters, Ojahan, said that on Monday at about noon, dozens of people from the East Jakarta municipality and members of the Navy came to their area to distribute letters dated May 29.
Wed, 04 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 Indeed, doubts have been expressed on the ambivalence of certain Western countries with regard to the Aceh conflict.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
IMF: Asian Bond Fund A Positive Step But Details Unclear
IMF: Asian Bond Fund A Positive Step But Details Unclear Dow Jones Bangkok The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday welcomed the creation of the Asian Bond Fund as a step toward greater regional cooperation but noted that there were still several uncertainties regarding implementation and future development.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Cisadane express train launched
Cisadane express train launched TANGERANG: Banten governor Djoko Munandar launched the Cisadane Express commuter train at Pasar Anyer railway station in Tangerang municipality on Monday morning. The new four-car train will travel between Pasar Anyer station and Dukuh Atas railway station on Jl. Jend. Sudirman in Central Jakarta with a fare of Rp 5,000.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Companies warned over forest fires
Companies warned over forest fires Haidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau The Riau provincial forestry office issued a warning on Tuesday to 40 forestry companies not to set fire to scrub or forest land. The thick haze in Riau during the dry season is allegedly triggered by the burning of scrub by the companies and local communities. "The Riau governor has issued the warning to avoid similar incidents to those that happened in previous years," said office head, Syuhada.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Lawyer, minister in law firm row
Lawyer, minister in law firm row JAKARTA: A lawyer filed a legal notification with the South Jakarta District Court over a dispute with the now-liquidated Yusril Ihza Mahendra and Partners law firm. Lawyer TM Luthfi Yazid, the law firm cofounder, appealed to the court to order Yusron Ihza, the liquidator, to present his reports on the law firm's liquidation on March 26. Lawyer M.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Two murdered in mysterious killings in Poso
Two murdered in mysterious killings in Poso Erik W., The Jakarta Post, Palu, Central Sulawesi Mysterious killings have resurfaced in Poso regency, Central Sulawesi, following the withdrawal of security personnel as the end of the third Sintuwu Maroso security operation draws near. Yefta Barumuju, 37, was shot to death at his house on Monday at 3 a.m. while Darma Kusuma was injured after being shot in his knee and ribs on the same day.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Diplomatic ties between Indonesia and Sweden are getting
Diplomatic ties between Indonesia and Sweden are getting chilly following the Swedish government's refusal to take measures against Hasan Tiro, the leader of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) who is now a citizen of Sweden. Many parties have suggested that some retaliatory action must be taken against Sweden. The options are degrading the diplomatic relations or cutting off ties. Whatever decision is made, the government's policy must support the integrated operations now taking place in Aceh.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nov. 28, 2002 : Bank Lippo publishes its financial report in the
Nov. 28, 2002 : Bank Lippo publishes its financial report in the mass media, stating the bank posted a net profit of Rp 99 billion and that it had a 24.8 percent capital adequacy ratio (CAR) as of September 2002. Dec. 28, 2002 : Lippo submits a second financial report to the Jakarta Stock Exchange, saying that the bank recorded a loss of Rp 1.27 trillion and had a CAR of around 4 percent over the same period as covered by the first report.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pidie: Akmal, head of Kampung Melayu, was shot in the leg; TNI
Pidie: Akmal, head of Kampung Melayu, was shot in the leg; TNI blamed GAM. Indrajaya's military authority accepted villagers' report that village heads threatened by GAM not to hoist national flag. East Aceh: Body of Nazaruddin, a civil servant, found at a junior high school in Pembangunan; TNI blamed GAM. Panton Labu joint military strike force killed 3 GAM members in Kuala Parek, Sungai Raya subdistrict. Banda Aceh: Students received 5.5 tons of school supplies from several Jakarta NGOs.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/8/nabiel
JP/8/nabiel Nabiel denies approving reclamation project Moch. N. Kurniawan The Jakarta Post Jakarta State Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim denied on Tuesday Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso's statement that the minister had changed his mind and decided to approve the reclamation of Jakarta's north coast. "Well ... it's a misperception on the part of Pak Sutiyoso... I have never agreed with the reclamation project," Nabiel told journalists in his office.
Wed, 04 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI to present Sweden with evidence against GAM
RI to present Sweden with evidence against GAM The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is preparing a last ditch effort to convince Sweden of a series of crimes linked to leaders of the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) now residing there. Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said on Tuesday that Jakarta would submit court documents detailing terrorist acts conducted by GAM members upon instructions from their leaders.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamation
Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamation Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim denied on Tuesday Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso's statement that the minister had changed his mind and decided to approve the reclamation of Jakarta's north coast. "Well ... it's a misperception on the part of Pak Sutiyoso... I have never agreed with the reclamation project," Nabiel told journalists in his office.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt to move people to empty islands
Govt to move people to empty islands Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Still smarting from the loss of Sipadan and Ligitan islands, the government is planning to resettle people from densely populated areas to 88 uninhabited islands on borders with neighboring countries under the transmigration program. "We have 88 small, empty islands that are located on border areas with neighboring countries.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nurcholish urges university to promote pluralism
Nurcholish urges university to promote pluralism Sari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As part of the academic community, university congregations should be role models for the nation on how to live peacefully in a diverse world, a noted scholar said.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Lack of enforcement overshadows changes in capital market law
Lack of enforcement overshadows changes in capital market law Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Tougher sanctions may be imposed on violators of the capital market law under a proposed amendment, but experts are skeptical they would be effective in ensuring good corporate governance due to the government's poor record in law enforcement.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Seven fishermen deported by Australia
Seven fishermen deported by Australia KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Seven Indonesian fishermen from Rote Ndao regency were deported by the Australian Police after being arrested nearly a month ago. The fishermen, who were arrested on May 11 in Darwin for illegally entering Australian waters, arrived in Kupang on Monday evening. The fishermen were upset that the Australian government did not compensate them for damage to their ships and fishing gear.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Muslim preachers told to support Aceh war
Muslim preachers told to support Aceh war The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso told Muslim preachers on Tuesday not to use mosques as a forum to rally people against the military operation now taking place in Aceh province. "We ask Muslim preachers to avoid provoking people, as this could spread hatred against others," Achyat M. Awe, an administration spokesman, quoted Sutiyoso as saying after a consultative meeting with mosque leaders in Jakarta.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003, 00:00 WIB
Unocal to triple East Kalimantan gas output
Unocal to triple East Kalimantan gas output Shigeru Sato, Dow Jones, Tokyo Unocal Indonesia Co., a unit of U.S.-based energy company Unocal Corp., plans to triple its production of natural gas from East Kalimantan, Indonesia, over the next decade to 1 billion cubic feet a day from the current 300 million cubic feet. As a first step in the plan to boost output, Unocal will start production in July at the offshore West Sono field, said Brian W.G.