Archive: 4 June 2003
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Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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 Pagi7:00 English News Service9:00 Music10:00 Quiz: Dibisikin11:00 News: Berita Daerah12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:30 Children's Show3:00 Music4:30 Documentary5:00 Game...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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 Djiwandono2. 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
U.S. military official visits Sabah
U.S. military official visits SabahMALAYSIA: 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Aceh waters closed to foreign ships
Aceh waters closed to foreign shipsThe 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
UK opposes use of Hawk warplanes in Aceh
UK opposes use of Hawk warplanes in AcehFabiola 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Oil just off 6-week high on supply cut concerns
Oil just off 6-week high on supply cut concernsReuters, 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UN
RI should check fine print before pursuing demands for Sweden, UNKornelius 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Pirated CD vendors targeted in raid
Pirated CD vendors targeted in raidThe 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
`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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Higher rates
Higher rates for toll roadsFrom Pos KotaThe 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poor
Susy Katipana lifts NTT's poorP.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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
* 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
[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
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
University told to promote pluralism
University told to promote pluralismSari P. Setiogi The Jakarta Post JakartaAs 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
Bombing indictments submitted
Bombing indictments submittedWahyoe 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
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverage
Local media try to remain objective in Aceh coverageMuninggar 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Solar-powered electricity may solve energy crisis
Solar-powered electricity may solve energy crisisSri 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
checked by Rich
checked by RichInvesting 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for electionsKurniawan 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorism
Southeast Asia's role in eradicating terrorismJusuf 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public places
Councillors welcome ban on smoking in public placesBambang 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civilians
Three Army soldiers charged with assaulting civiliansTiarma 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Operators up parking fees without approval
Operators up parking fees without approvalZakki 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
IMF lauds creation of the Asian Bond Fund
IMF lauds creation of the Asian Bond FundDow 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
APEC gives go-ahead to anti-SARS, antiterrorism plan
APEC gives go-ahead to anti-SARS, antiterrorism planAssociated 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsementKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post JakartaHouse 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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
IMF: Asian Bond Fund A Positive Step But Details Unclear
IMF: Asian Bond Fund A Positive Step But Details UnclearDow 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Companies warned over forest fires
Companies warned over forest firesHaidir 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Two murdered in mysterious killings in Poso
Two murdered in mysterious killings in PosoErik 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
City Council demands annulment of `illegal' parking fee hikes
City Council demands annulment of `illegal' parking fee hikesBambang 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
JP/8/nabiel
JP/8/nabielNabiel denies approving reclamation projectMoch. N. Kurniawan The Jakarta Post JakartaState 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsementKurniawan 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
RI to present Sweden with evidence against GAM
RI to present Sweden with evidence against GAMThe 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamation
Nabiel denies approving N. Jakarta reclamationMoch. 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Govt to move people to empty islands
Govt to move people to empty islandsMoch. 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Nurcholish urges university to promote pluralism
Nurcholish urges university to promote pluralismSari 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
Lack of enforcement overshadows changes in capital market law
Lack of enforcement overshadows changes in capital market lawRendi 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Muslim preachers told to support Aceh war
Muslim preachers told to support Aceh warThe 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
RI athletes lack discipline, says KONI training head
RI athletes lack discipline, says KONI training headMusthofid, 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
* 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:...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Asia biggest culprit for software piracy: BSA survey
Asia biggest culprit for software piracy: BSA surveyBernice 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
JITF upbeat about debt rescheduling target
JITF upbeat about debt rescheduling targetDadan 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Burhanuddin optimistic on resolving BLBI dispute
Burhanuddin optimistic on resolving BLBI disputeThe 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Four Seasons Resorts Bali
Four Seasons Resorts BaliTROPICAL 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsement
Legislators told to delay education bill endorsementKurniawan 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Unocal to triple East Kalimantan gas output
Unocal to triple East Kalimantan gas outputShigeru 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
Lippo posts loss ahead of divestment
Lippo posts loss ahead of divestmentM. 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for elections
KPU seeks Rp 3.45 trillion for electionsKurniawan Hari The Jakarta Post JakartaThe 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.
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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 tradeDamar 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
TNI holds second journalist training
TNI holds second journalist trainingA'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
Extravagant excess
Extravagant excessFrom KompasThe 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...
Wed, 04 Jun 2003
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.