Archive: 5 July 2003
94 articles found
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Winning the peace harder than winning war
Winning the peace harder than winning war Sayidiman Suryohadiprojo, Former Governor, National Resilience Institute (Lemhanas), Jakarta The Americans are now facing difficult and complicated problems in the management of postwar Iraq. Not only are administrative problems causing them severe headaches, but so are security problems. According to AFP, about 57 members of the U.S. military have become victims of postwar skirmishes since May this year. Only by winning peace can the U.S.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislators asked to summon Yusril
Legislators asked to summon Yusril JAKARTA: National Awakening Party (PKB) leaders asked on Friday House of Representatives (DPR) Commission II on legal affairs to summon Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra to clarify the reasons behind the rejection of PKB's registration for the 2004 general election by his office. The call was made following a meeting of the PKB executive board with House Speaker Akbar Tandjung on Wednesday.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Releasing Suu Kyi the only viable option
Releasing Suu Kyi the only viable option Jose Ramos-Horta Inter Press Service Dili, East Timor 2. Yale-- Free press essential for Hong Kong's success 1 x 45 Free press essential for Hong Kong's success Zhiwu Chen Yale Center for the Study of Globalization 3. NAM -- The relevance of NAM solidarity: Where's our UN's world? 1 x 30 The relevance of NAM solidarity Uraniwan S. Sudarsono Diplomat Jakarta
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Ordinary Acehnese, primary victims of war in Aceh
Ordinary Acehnese, primary victims of war in Aceh A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Aceh At first she refused to be interviewed but then relented on the condition that she be quoted under a false name, Hanafiah. "I am afraid that I'll be killed after an interview," said the 50-year old women, a resident of Krueng Dhoe hamlet in Pidie regency.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Election -- 5 cols, 1 line, 60pts MB, 27 counts
1. Election -- 5 cols, 1 line, 60pts MB, 27 counts Compromise seals election bill 2. Golkar -- 5 cols, 1 line, 45pts MB, 35 counts Golkar presidential hopefuls begin race 3. BLBI -- 5 cols, 1 line, 36pts MB, 45 counts Audit agency says BLBI settlement 'unjust'
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Two foreigners arrested in Riau
Two foreigners arrested in Riau BATAM, Riau: The police in Tanjung Pinang on Bintan island arrested on Friday a Malaysian and a Singaporean for the possession of counterfeit Indonesian banknotes. Malaysian Said Abdullah bin Said Hasan, 60, and Singaporean Syed ali bin Al Habsi, 52, were caught red-handed in possession of the counterfeit banknotes which, had they been real, would have been worth Rp 950,000 (US$115) when they were arrested at Halim Hotel in the town.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
U.S. investors seek Tri Polyta funds
U.S. investors seek Tri Polyta funds Tom Wright, Dow Jones, Jakarta U.S. creditors of an Indonesian company linked to former president Suharto, armed with a U.S. court ruling, will try next week to use this country's judicial system to get their money back. But it may be a tough fight for the creditors, led by OCM Opportunities Fund LLP, to recover money from PT Tri Polyta Indonesia (PTPIE) because Indonesian courts are increasingly refusing to enforce foreign judgments.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI lowest milk consumer in ASEAN
RI lowest milk consumer in ASEAN GARUT, West Java: The consumption rate of dairy milk for Indonesians amounts to only six liters per capita per month, making them the poorest milk consumers in ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations), an official said on Thursday. "Ideally, we should drink 120 liters per capita monthly," Tri Satya Putri N.H., director for livestock development at the Ministry of Agriculture, said on the sidelines of a workshop on livestock development ventures here.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Economics: Revolts from within the Citadel
Economics: Revolts from within the Citadel or 'When might this movement begin in Indonesia?' B. Herry-Priyono Lecturer Driyarkara School of Philosophy Jakarta An important historic event is happening right under our noses, but it seems to have escaped the attention of the Indonesian media. The event may not be as riotous as the 60's student revolts around the world, but, in many respects, it may have a long-term and significant impact on the future of our political economy.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
[b]Can new train
Can new train penalties stick? From Warta Kota Starting July 1, 2003, the Jakarta, Bogor, Tangerang and Bekasi division of the railway company has said it will impose a fine on electric train passengers in either economy or express (air-conditioned) train cars if they violate a number of the railway company's regulations. Passengers on economy trains who fail to show a valid ticket or sit on a car roof will be subject to a fine of Rp 50,000.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Endriartono finally admits involvement in Sukhoi deal
Endriartono finally admits involvement in Sukhoi deal Tiarma Siboro and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Following the appearance of testimony from top government officials implicated in the procurement of Russian-made Sukhoi fighter planes and assault helicopters in the media, Indonesian Military (TNI) Chief Gen. Endriartono Sutarto finally came clean on Friday and admitted his involvement in the deal.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Extra insurance for war journalists is a must'
'Extra insurance for war journalists is a must' Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Major Indonesian media outlets said on Friday that they were obligated to provide extra insurance cover for journalists covering war and conflict zones, such as Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, as part of their responsibility for the journalists' safety.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Integral urban transport, land use and air quality
Integral urban transport, land use and air quality Lalu A. Damanhuri, Infrastructure Planning & Development Specialist Committee for Infrastructure Development Policy (KKPPI), Jakarta Busways or segregated bus lanes are lanes primarily for bus operation, and are physically separated from other traffic by medians and barriers with grade separation or priority at intersections.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Unofficial fees
Unofficial fees I have recently had to suffer through a time without a car as mine was stolen and I found it difficult to obtain money from the insurance company. This was not their fault so much as that of the police.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Warring PKB factions want to reconcile
Warring PKB factions want to reconcile SEMARANG, Central Java: The two warring factions of the National Awakening Party (PKB), one led by Alwi Shihab and the other by Matori Abdul Djalil, have expressed willingness to reconcile and end their prolonged dispute, an official of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Muslim organization said here on Friday.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Air Force threatens 'sanctions' against U.S. intruders
Air Force threatens 'sanctions' against U.S. intruders Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Air Force plans to seek clarification from the U.S. government regarding the alleged unauthorized entry of five F-18 Hornet jets into the country's airspace over the Java Sea. National Air Defense commander Rear Marshall Wresniwiro said on Friday that the Indonesian Air Force was coordinating with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the U.S.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Taufik vows to support Lake Toba's tourism
Taufik vows to support Lake Toba's tourism Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan, North Sumatra Taufik Kiemas, the husband of President Megawati Soekarnoputri, has pledged to support efforts to revive Lake Toba in North Sumatra as a tourist destination. "Bali's tourism is now reviving, and I hope Lake Toba will also experience a revival," he said on Thursday during the opening ceremony of the third Lake Toba Festival in the lakeside town of Parapat, Simalungun regency.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Tintin moves between continents
Tintin moves between continents Zora Rahman, Contributor, Jakarta First-grade students at Allermoehe junior high school, Hamburg, Germany, will probably not easily forget the Indonesian guest who dropped by last month: Maria Clementine "Tintin" Wulia. There, the architect, film music composer, short film director and lover of children made use of her stay at the International Short Film Festival Hamburg in June, and asked for an animation workshop with the German schoolkids.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
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Integrated urban transport, land use and air quality Lalu A. Damanhuri Infrastructure Planning & Development Specialist Committee for Infrastructure Development Policy (KKPPI) Jakarta 2. Simon30 -- Plagiarism and piracy bedevil education 2 X 30 Indonesian educators plagued by lack of ethics, plagiarism Simon Marcus Gower Director, Research and Development Harapan Bangsa School Kotamodern, Tangerang
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Military troops' brutal assault on journalist in Aceh revealed
Military troops' brutal assault on journalist in Aceh revealed Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The management of 68H radio news lodged a strong protest on Friday with the martial law administration in Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam over an assault the previous day on one of its journalists, Alif Imam Nurlambang, in Panton Luas, South Aceh. The assault marked the first reported direct physical assault by troops in the province on a journalist.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Mandiri wraps up successful share sell-off
Mandiri wraps up successful share sell-off Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Mandiri, Indonesia's biggest bank, successfully closed its three-day initial public offering (IPO) to local retail investors on Friday with more than 700 million shares having been snapped up by close of business. Managing director of Danareksa Sekuritas Wahzari Wardaya told The Jakarta Post that the offering had been successful, with robust demand coming from local investors.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Banks committed to lower lending rate: BI
Banks committed to lower lending rate: BI The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Makassar Bank Indonesia senior deputy governor Anwar Nasution said on Friday that the country's commercial banks were now committed to lowering their high lending rates to make loans more affordable for the corporate sector. He said that the commitment was made during a meeting on Thursday evening between bankers and the central bank.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Asian currencies up on equity inflows
Asian currencies up on equity inflows Dow Jones, Singapore Asian currencies were mostly stronger in range-bound trading Friday, supported by equity-related inflows which pushed the New Taiwan dollar to a near 10-month closing high. But it was a generally listless session as market players refrained from taking new positions, just squaring positions ahead of the weekend and the July 4 Independence Day holiday in the U.S.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
New law links population to global issues
New law links population to global issues Sari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives (DPR) Commission VII on health and population plans to revise Law No. 10/1992 on population growth and family welfare to catch up with global issues that have emerged in the past several years. Chairman of the commission Posma Tobing told The Jakarta Post that there were several reasons for amending the law.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
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(Advertorial) Made in Batam, for Iran In the bilateral economic relationship between Indonesia and Iran, exports from Indonesia were previously limited to commodities like clove, coffee and sugar. The relationship has changed for the better since the visit of Iranian Ambassador to Indonesia, Shaban Sahidi Maddab, to Batam on June 9, 2003. During his visit, the ambassador also paid a visit to PT Citra Tubindo Tbk, a manufacturer of pipes for oil exploration.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Eastern Indonesians to get bank loans
Eastern Indonesians to get bank loans JAKARTA: The country's banks have eased their loan rules to allow entrepreneurs in the eastern part of Indonesia to obtain loans with less restrictions, according to Sate Minister for the Acceleration of Development of Eastern Indonesia Manuel Kaisepo. "Previously, the banks' regional branches were only allowed to give a maximum loan of Rp 300 million (US$36,000).
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
150 civilians killed in Aceh war
150 civilians killed in Aceh war The Jakarta Post, Jakarta At least 150 civilians have died, 80 have been wounded, and another 71 have gone missing since the government launched the integrated operation in the troubled province of Aceh on May 19, authorities say. Aside from civilian casualties, 325 members of separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM), 28 government troops, and four police personnel have been killed in the campaign aimed at flushing out GAM rebels in the resource-rich province.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Japan hopes for U.S. understanding over Iranian oil deal
Japan hopes for U.S. understanding over Iranian oil deal Agence France-Presse, Tokyo Japan will make efforts to gain U.S. understanding for a plan to develop Iran's massive Azadegan oil field while urging Tehran to clear up suspicions about its nuclear ambitions, the trade minister said on Friday. "We should tell Iran squarely what we have to say about our concerns" over the suspected development of a nuclear arsenal, Economy, Trade and Industry Minister Takeo Hiranuma told a news conference.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Military operation in Aceh fails: Komnas HAM
Military operation in Aceh fails: Komnas HAM Muninggar Sri Saraswati The Jakarta Post Jakarta The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) said on Friday that the military operation against the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) had failed and urged both parties to go back to the negotiating table.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Walhi criticizes minister
Walhi criticizes minister MEDAN, North Sumatra: The Indonesian Forum for the Environment (Walhi) said it regretted a recent statement by Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Rokhmin Dahuri that 463 locations containing sunken treasure had been detected in Indonesian waters. The environmental group said the minister's statement could cause a rush of exploration that would damage the maritime environment.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
C. Java councillors to be isolated prior to election
C. Java councillors to be isolated prior to election The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Three weeks prior to the gubernatorial election in the Central Java province, councillors are considering isolating themselves before casting their vote to avoid the possibility of money politics and intimidation. Councillor Soejatno SW, chairman of Golkar Party faction, and deputy of the United Development Party (PPP) faction Daromi Irdjas said on Friday that they supported the idea.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
RI and France sign debt swap agreement
RI and France sign debt swap agreement Agence France-Presse, Jakarta The Indonesian government has signed an initial agreement with France to convert US$65 million' worth of Jakarta's debt into local currency via a sale to investors, it was announced Friday. The main objective of the memorandum of understanding is to boost foreign direct investment in Indonesia, said a statement from the Indonesian economics ministry.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
ents raise their fists in protest
ents raise their fists in protest during a rally at the University of Indonesia campus in Depok. During the rally on Friday, hundreds of students voiced their opposition to the state university's move to admit those students into the university who can afford to pay higher fees.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Southeast Asian contemporary art ready to step out of the West's
Southeast Asian contemporary art ready to step out of the West's shadows Gail Wan Agence France-Presse Singapore Standing amid a controversial new exhibition featuring corpses and a dog-headed Miss Thailand beauty queen, two cutting edge curators declare the West is no longer the benchmark for contemporary Southeast Asian art.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia defends verdict on Aceh activist
Indonesia defends verdict on Aceh activist Agence France-Presse, Jakarta The government Friday rejected U.S. criticism of the five-year prison sentence imposed on an Aceh activist who seeks an independence referendum in the war-torn province. Muhammad Nazar, chairman of Aceh Referendum Information Center (SIRA) was jailed Tuesday for "displaying hostility" to the government through his campaign for a referendum on self- determination in Aceh.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
`Worst is over for Singapore'
`Worst is over for Singapore' Martin Abbugao, Agence France-Presse, Singapore Singapore's economy is showing its first signs of recovery with an end to a three-month decline in the crucial manufacturing sector offering the greatest cause for optimism, economists said on Friday. Most economists agreed the June quarter gross domestic product (GDP) would contract because of the impact the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) crisis had on business confidence and the travel industry.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
125 ha rice fields waterless
125 ha rice fields waterless BEKASI: About 300 farmers of Lenggahsari village in Cabangbungin regency asked the government on Friday for irrigation pumps to irrigate 125 hectares of rice fields. "We asked Mayor Wikanda Darmawidjaja to provide us with irrigation pumps to channel water from Ciherang River uphill to our rice fields," said Marba, one of the farmers, as quoted by Antara. He claimed that he had lost millions of rupiah due to a lack of water to irrigate his land.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/4/scene
JP/4/scene Rival Indonesian gangs clash, one killed two injured KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Malaysian authorities detained seven Indonesian immigrant workers after a brawl involving rival gangs in which one man was slashed to death and two others injured, police said Friday. Armed with knives and sickles, a gang of immigrants from the Indonesian island of Madura attacked a group from Flores island early Friday in Caging, a district just south of Kuala Lumpur.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates May.04
Rupiah Rates May.04 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp Australian dollar 1 5,933.71 5,248.05 5,620.76 5,560.77 Brunei dollar 1 4,970.30 4,396.69 4,708.17 4,658.68 Canadian dollar 1 6,500.11 5,748.94 6,157.29 6,091.50 Swiss franc 1 6,461.98 5,717.36 6,121.18 6,058.04 Danish krone 1 1,350.75 1,194.62 1,279.51 1,265.80 Euro 1 9,982.34 8,831.49 9,455.87 9,357.73 Poundsterling 1 14,516.60 12,844.75 13,750.99 13,610.14 Hong Kong dollar 1 1,116.01 987.74 1,057.15...
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSX Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 4 , 2003: -------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 800 50 16,500 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 80 -5 125,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 130 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 105 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 675 -25 2,500 Alter Abadi Tbk 10 0 0 Alumindo Light 195 0 0 Andhi...
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Regent named a suspect in illegal logging case
Regent named a suspect in illegal logging case The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The police in Kupang, capital of East Nusa Tenggara province, will immediately investigate the Kupang regent as a suspect in the felling of teak trees in a protected forest in North Amfoang district, says a police officer. "There is enough material evidence implicating the regent. He will undergo police interrogation soon," director of the detective and crimes unit at the provincial police Sr. Comr.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
`Low pay and easy opportunities make police tolerate infractions'
`Low pay and easy opportunities make police tolerate infractions' The police have been at the receiving end of sustained public criticism over their perceived lack of professionalism. Many say the police have yet to improve their performance despite having been separated from the military in 2000. The Jakarta Post discussed the force's poor public image with several police officers, and asked what needs to be done to counter it.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Economics: Revolts from within the Citadel
Economics: Revolts from within the Citadel or 'When might this movement begin in Indonesia?' B. Herry-Priyono Lecturer Driyarkara School of Philosophy Jakarta An important historic event is happening right under our noses, but it seems to have escaped the attention of the Indonesian media. The event may not be as riotous as the 60's student revolts around the world, but, in many respects, it may have a long-term and significant impact on the future of our political economy.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Who owns Senayan complex?
Who owns Senayan complex? The Jakarta administration's dream to control the Senayan sports complex, or the Bung Karno sports complex (GBK), is likely to remain a dream despite the existence of laws that favor the city's ambitions.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Compromise seals election bill
Compromise seals election bill Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta High school graduates, suspects, or convicted persons can be nominated as presidential candidates in 2004 when the country will organize the first direct presidential elections following a consensus of the nine House factions on those issues on Friday.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Golkar presidential candidates begin campaign
Golkar presidential candidates begin campaign Andi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, Makassar The presidential race kicked off within the country's second biggest party, Golkar, on Friday, with five would-be candidates presenting their visions and missions on the first day of a three-day meeting of Golkar-affiliated mass organizations in Makassar, South Sulawesi.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Kedungsana people join hands to save mothers
Kedungsana people join hands to save mothers Sari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java One mother dies out of every 299 live births in Cirebon, the second highest maternal mortality in West Java province, after Bogor. Considering that some 20 years ago, the mortality rate was one for every 235 births, Cirebon is hardly making any progress to save the lives of mothers.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Local mutual funds, relatively more profitable
Local mutual funds, relatively more profitable Adler Haymans Manurung Contributor Jakarta Last week the government reduced the interest rate on the central bank certificate to a one-digit figure: 9.5 percent. Compared to the 12.93 percent rate of interest at the beginning of 2003, this is a sharp decline. This indicates the government's decision to stimulate the national economy by lowering interest rates so that the real sector can grow further and acquire funds from banks.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
UK govt under fire over Bali blasts
UK govt under fire over Bali blasts Agence France-Presse, London The families of 18 Britons, killed in a massive bomb attack on a Bali nightclub last year, criticized the British government's response to the tragedy at an inquest here on Thursday. A total of 26 Britons were killed in the terrorist attack last October on the Sari nightclub, located in the Kuta resort on the Indonesian island, but the remains of only 18 were repatriated to Britain.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
MAKING A DEAL: Dexa Medica Group, a leading Indonesian
MAKING A DEAL: Dexa Medica Group, a leading Indonesian pharmaceutical company, signed on July 1 a cooperation agreement with DR. Reddy's Laboratories, based in India, for marketing oncology and biotechnology products. PT Ferron Par Pharmaceuticals, a member of Dexa Medica Group, will register several DR. Reddy's oncology products with the Food and Drug Monitoring Agency and market the products via distributor Anugrah Argon Medica.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. SUKHOI: 2 x 27
1. SUKHOI: 2 x 27 Endriartono finally admits involvement in Sukhoi deal 2. PLANES: 1 x 43 RI jets intercepts U.S. jets over Java sea 3. MANDIRI: 1 x 42 Mandiri wraps up successful share sell-off 4. CIA: 2 x 30 'U.S. intelligence relied on old data on Iraqi weapons' 5. CYCLE: 1 x 55 From a meal to a passion: The Tour de France turns 100 6. ODD: 1 x 35 Snail mail, email and ... whale mail?
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
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Integral urban transport, land use and air quality Lalu A. Damanhuri Infrastructure Planning & Development Specialist Committee for Infrastructure Development Policy (KKPPI) Jakarta 2. Simon30 -- Plagiarism and piracy bedevil education 2 X 30 Indonesian educators plagued by lack of ethics, plagiarism Simon Marcus Gower Director, Research and Development Harapan Bangsa School Kotamodern, Tangerang
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Artists complain of press coverage
Artists complain of press coverage JAKARTA: Several movie artists complained at a hearing with House of Representatives (DPR) Commission I for media affairs on Friday that the mass media had encroached on their personal lives. Deddy "Mi'ing" Gumelar, spokesman for the artists, said his relations with newsmen were good until the so-called reform era. He said investigative reports by some media were an attack on his personal life and that of his family.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bali spas, a feast of rejuvenating treatments
Bali spas, a feast of rejuvenating treatments I Wayan Juniartha and Fitri Wulandari The Jakarta Post Denpasar, Bali Bali is undoubtedly a haven for spa-lovers. From luxurious spas in five-star hotels to small ones nestled among surf shops along the Kuta tourist strip, the "island of the gods" offers a feast of health and relaxation treatments.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
BPK says BLBI settlement `unjust'
BPK says BLBI settlement `unjust' M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Chairman of the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) Satrio B. Joedono said that the latest agreement between the Ministry of Finance and Bank Indonesia to recover the huge loss resulting from the central bank emergency loan scheme was "unjust" because it shifted the burden to the taxpayer. "I've read (about the agreement) from the papers. I am disgusted," Joedono told a press conference on Friday.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Getting Online On The Road With Bluetooth
Getting Online On The Road With Bluetooth Vishnu K. Mahmud Contributor Jakarta vmahmud@yahoo.com Life as a road warrior in Jakarta is getting easier. As more and more people go online, businesses are beginning to see the benefits of information technology and the Internet. Proposals, orders or invoices that were once submitted via post or telefax can now be electronically submitted online via the World Wide Web. But what happens if you are out on the road and can't get back to your office?
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
checked by Rich
checked by Rich Life insurance: one sure way to plan one's future Godo Tjahjono Vice President Sun Life Financial, Jakarta Various pictures, mostly unpleasant, are conjured up in your mind when you hear the word "insurance".
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:Saturday, July 5, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Saturday, July 5, 2003 Exhibitions * Fine Arts Tubuh 4, Lontar Gallery, Jl. Utan Kayu 68H, East Jakarta (Tel. 8573388), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., until July 25. * Fashion Jewellery and Accessories Drops Of Sunshine From Paris, at Fusions, Saberro House Jln Kemang Raya 10A (Tel. 7194403), South Jakarta, until July 10. * Painting by Irawan Karseno, Galeri Milenium, Diamond Plaza, Blok B-23, Jl. R.S. Fatmawati No. 15, South Jakarta (Tel. 7507828), 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., July 9-31.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Council demands action against Secure Parking
Council demands action against Secure Parking Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Councillors demanded on Friday that Governor Sutiyoso immediately take firm action against Secure Parking, the city's largest off- street parking operator, for refusing to cancel its arbitrary rate increase. They said the governor should issue a warning to force the company to reinstate the old parking rates, otherwise it should be closed down.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian educators plagued by lack of ethics, plagiarism
Indonesian educators plagued by lack of ethics, plagiarism Simon Marcus Gower, Director, Research and Development, Harapan Bangsa School, Kotamodern, Tangerang In the annals of literature and learning of the Indonesian archipelago there have been many significant figures that have enlightened and informed the world about this remarkable and wonderful "string of pearls" in Southeast Asia.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Nat'l Police hesitant about prosecuting errant chief
Nat'l Police hesitant about prosecuting errant chief Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Police has admitted that it has found strong indications that West Jakarta Police chief Sr. Comr. Bambang Wasgito, who was accused of blackmailing traders of traditional Chinese medicine, had abused his power. However, the police appeared reluctant to proceed with the investigation and charge Bambang with blackmailing traders in Glodok, West Jakarta.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Foreign businessmen to invest Rp 1.2t
Foreign businessmen to invest Rp 1.2t SAMPIT, Central Kalimantan: Eight Malaysian and Singaporean investors have showed an interest in investing Rp 1.2 trillion (US$144 million) in the plantation and fishery sectors in Seruyan district, Central Kalimantan. They decided to invest in Seruyan after assessing the economic potential and security conditions in the district, which is relatively safe compared to other areas in the province, said newly elected Seruyan regent Darwan Ali on Thursday.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Monday, July 7, 2003
TV Program: Monday, July 7, 2003 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 11:30 Music: Konteswara 12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang 1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:30 Music: Pop Daerah 3:00 Children's Program 4:00 Music 6:00 News: Berita Petang 7:00 Talk Show: Cafe Pajak 9:00 News: Berita Malam 9:30 Jaya Suprana Show 10:30 Music TPI 6:00 a.m.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
T. Hidayat
T. Hidayat Contributor Jakarta The government law number 8/1995 on capital markets issued in 1995 caused the proliferation of mutual fund companies in the country. Within six months after the law came into effect, more than 20 such companies made public offerings that exceeded 12.5 billion units. However, the party did not last long. Toward the end of 1997 the country was hit hard by the economic crisis, which dwindled the number of investors in this fledgling business.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hidden messages in shadow puppet show
Hidden messages in shadow puppet show Tarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Kyai Brayut, a farmer, keeps his head erect and walks straight ahead despite a heavy burden on his shoulders -- carrying a number of small kids that have not learned how to walk yet. Walking close to him are his bigger kids while his wife, Nyai Brayut, with a face hardly made up, carries a bamboo basket filled with more kids. She is also walking arm in arm with some other kids.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Military operation in Aceh has failed, says Komnas HAM
Military operation in Aceh has failed, says Komnas HAM Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) said on Friday that the military operation against the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) had failed and urged both parties to go back to the negotiating table.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
An unholy alliance: Golkar with Cak Nur candidacy
An unholy alliance: Golkar with Cak Nur candidacy Meidyatama Suryodiningrat Analyst Jakarta News of the affirmation by Nurcholish Madjid, better known as Cak Nur, that he would enter the Golkar Party convention process in a bid to secure a presidential nomination has been met with incredulity, trepidation and abhorrence. Incredulity over the tactical soundness of the decision to compete in the convention without sufficient political cover.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Mandiri wraps up successful share sell-off 2
* Headlines: Mandiri wraps up successful share sell-off 2 * National: 'Extra insurance for war journalists is a must' 4 * Archipelago: Rp 49b lost as fire razes markets in W.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:Monday, July 7, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Monday, July 7, 2003 Exhibitions * Fine Arts Tubuh 4, Lontar Gallery, Jl. Utan Kayu 68H, East Jakarta (Tel. 8573388), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., until July 25. * Fashion Jewellery and Accessories Drops Of Sunshine From Paris, at Fusions, Saberro House Jln Kemang Raya 10A (Tel. 7194403), South Jakarta, until July 10. * Painting by Irawan Karseno, Galeri Milenium, Diamond Plaza, Blok B-23, Jl. R.S. Fatmawati No. 15, South Jakarta (Tel. 7507828), 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., July 9-31.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA:PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI), may double the size of
JAKARTA:PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI), may double the size of its proposed subordinated debt issue to US$200 million due to strong initial response from the market. An official with the bank said late Thursday BRI has received positive response from prospective investors even though the bank hasn't started to formally market the bond yet. BRI is also preparing to issue Rp1 trillion in subdebt to expand its capital base.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Universities' new
Universities' new status in spotlight From Republika The status change of several state tertiary institutions into legal entities (BHMN) entails the condition that they should become more independent in providing education and enhancing its quality. Such independence includes the exploration of resources to finance their educational operation and upgrading educational quality. Some BHMN universities have opened a new channel for undergraduates by imposing high admission and tuition fees.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Rp 49b lost as fire razes markets in W. Sumatra
Rp 49b lost as fire razes markets in W. Sumatra Kasparman, The Jakarta Post, Padang, West Sumatra Fire razed 71 shops in the Aur Kuning wholesale market in Bukittinggi, a small town 87 kilometers north of the West Sumatra capital of Padang, on Thursday evening. Fire also ravaged 16 shops in Lubukbasung market in Agam regency, around 110 kilometers north of Padang, early Friday. Material losses from the fires are estimated at Rp 49 billion (US$5.9 million).
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Education law needs
Education law needs to be explained From Media Indonesia The new National Education Law has been produced through the mutual consent of the government and the House of Representatives; therefore its implementation should be supported by people from all walks of life.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
House blames govt for its slow respond in passing bills
House blames govt for its slow respond in passing bills Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives blamed on Thursday its poor performance in passing legislation on the government, which it said often gave a belated response to bills drafted by lawmakers. "The slow deliberation of bills should be blamed on the government, which often ignores bills drafted by legislators.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
600 officials to lose position in NTT
600 officials to lose position in NTT KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: At least 600 high and mid-level officials in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) will lose their positions when Government Regulation No. 8/2003 on the reorganization of provincial administrations takes effect early in 2004. According to the regulation, provincial administrations are only allowed 10 portfolio offices, eight agencies, six bureaus and four assistants, which is meant to make the administrations more efficient and effective.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Icons of a bygone era
Icons of a bygone era The death of the great American film actress, Katharine Hepburn, last Sunday was practically unnoticed by the majority of Indonesians. Hepburn died at the age of 96 in New York. At her peak, in the 1950's, she starred in the classic film, The African Queen alongside Humphrey Bogart. She appeared with great leading men Cary Grant and famously, Spencer Tracy.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. PRESS: 2 x 32
1. PRESS: 2 x 32 Military troops' brutal assault on journalist in Aceh revealed 2. KOMNAS: 2 x 27 Military operation in Aceh has failed, says Komnas HAM 3. TOLL: 1 x 33 150 civilians killed in Aceh war 4. NEUTRAL: 2 x 28 Ordinary Acehnese, primary victims of war in Aceh
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Eastern Indonesians to get bank loans
Eastern Indonesians to get bank loans JAKARTA: The country's banks have eased their loan rules to allow entrepreneurs in the eastern part of Indonesia to obtain loans with less restrictions, according to Sate Minister for the Acceleration of Development of Eastern Indonesia Manuel Kaisepo. "Previously, the banks' regional branches were only allowed to give a maximum loan of Rp 300 million (US$36,000).
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Train passenger separation?
Train passenger separation? From Warta Kota Several weeks ago I read reports on plans by PT Kereta Api (state railway company) to separate female train passengers from males. Later it was reported that the plan would not be realized in the near future. The reason for such separation remains unclear. Some said it was meant to minimize sexual harassment of women.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
'TVRI' comments
'TVRI' comments on blue movies From Kompas In response to the frequent public complaints about the appearance of blue movies on TVRI's Program 2 over the last few months, we would like to clarify that the broadcasts, found before and after Program 2, come from ordinary VCD players. We have discovered that such players have an RF output in addition to their video and audio outputs. The RF output is precisely in the area or location where the channel for Program 2 is allocated.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
The relevance of NAM solidarity: Where's our UN's world?
The relevance of NAM solidarity: Where's our UN's world? Uraniwan S. Sudarsono Diplomat Jakarta Indonesia will host the Asia-Africa Subregional Organization Conference (ASROC) late this month. The meeting is the first of two preparatory ministerial meetings for the 50th celebration of the Asia Africa conference in 2005. The second meeting will be held in Johannesburg next year. This article is focused on the future of the cooperation among countries in the two continents.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Improved police image hoped for
Improved police image hoped for From Koran Tempo Within the context of the anniversary of the National Police on July 1, I wish to offer my sincere congratulations on their performance, with some hopes for the future. My humble hope is that those in the police will promptly improve their less-than-favorable image in society so far, by safeguarding and upholding law enforcement in this country. Long live the Police of the Republic of Indonesia. EDO BHASKARA, Tangerang, Banten
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Garbage pollutes catchment area
Garbage pollutes catchment area BEKASI: Local residents have complained about the stench from garbage dumped on a 3,000-square-meter water catchment area on Jl. Cikunir Raya. Nobody knows who turned the water catchment into a dump, but residents are claiming that people arrive by car to dump rubbish there. Bekasi councillor Qisas Rachman said the local administration should take action against those polluting the water catchment.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
4 x 11
4 x 11 Nat'l Police hesitant about prosecuting errant chief JP/8/8JAKFAIR 2 x 25 Fairground security upped to anticipate rockin' crowds JP/8/parkir 1 x 44 Council demands action against Secure Parking JP/8/speakup 2 x 27 'Low pay, opportunities make police tolerate infractions'
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
European finance ministers to skip ASEM meeting
European finance ministers to skip ASEM meeting Agence France-Presse, Nusa Dua, Bali An international grouping which strives for a balanced relationship between Europe and Asia will have a distinctly unbalanced look at a meeting starting here Saturday. While most of the 10 Asian member states will send full ministers to the fifth ASEM finance ministers' meeting, only Austria among the 15 European Union states will send a minister, organizers said.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Train fare-dodgers fined Rp 50,000
Train fare-dodgers fined Rp 50,000 JAKARTA: Since the imposition of a Rp 50,000 (US$6) fine for train fare-dodgers started early this month, no fewer than 50 people have been caught every day. "Most are commuters of the city train (KRL) between Bogor and Kota," Zainal Abidin, spokesperson of state train operator PT KAI, told Tempo News Room on Friday. An economy train ticket is Rp 1,500, while the business class is Rp 3,000. Tickets for executive trains range between Rp 4,000 and Rp 6,000.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Fairground security upped to anticipate rockin' crowds
Fairground security upped to anticipate rockin' crowds Arya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta Fair organizing committee will tighten security at the Jakarta Fairground when the country's top musicians perform there during the last week of the one-month fair, which is expected to attract huge crowds. More than 800,000 visitors are expected to attend the shows featuring noted singers and bands, such as Inul Daratista, Slank, God Bless, Jamrud and Sheila on 7.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
13-year-old Abhinawa wins Asean junior golf c'ship
13-year-old Abhinawa wins Asean junior golf c'ship An eagle putt and four excellent birdies with a bogey-free round in the final day carded by 13-year-old Abhinawa Sahari gave him the Overall Best Gross title at the 9th Damai Indah-Panin Bank Asean Junior Championships 2003 at the Damai Indah Golf and Country Club on Friday with for a 6-under 280 (73 70 71 66).
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Mutilation of Bahasa Indonesia
Mutilation of Bahasa Indonesia Tony Rianto deserves to be complimented on his article in The Jakarta Post of June 11, in which he singled out Anton M. Moeliono as Indonesia's Noah Webster, an apt and telling way to liken our own scholar to the great American lexicographer in many respects.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
IFC lends $26m to local palm oil companies
IFC lends $26m to local palm oil companies The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the investment arm of the World Bank, has agreed to provide US$26 million in loans to two Indonesian palm oil plantation companies. The IFC, in a statement released Friday, said $14 million would be lent to Verdaine Investment Limited and $12 million to PT Sahabat Mewah Makmur, a 12,000-hectare oil palm plantation acquired by Verdaine in February 2003.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Community helps police improve image
Community helps police improve image Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta That night, bus driver Sudarman could not believe that he was sitting and chatting casually with local police officers. "I understand now that the police are just ordinary people, some of them really bad, some good. We can't say that all of them are bad," said the native of Pandean village.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Giving time-out for the body, mind and soul
Giving time-out for the body, mind and soul Debbie A. Lubis Contributor Jakarta A soothing scent from an aromatherapy oil, coupled with relaxing massage and soft music almost made Dea, 29, fall asleep during her two-hour spa treatment at Griya Natura, one of the mushrooming spa centers in Jakarta. For Dea, spa treatments have become a part of her routine and a necessary ritual to perform on the weekend to maintain her physical and mental health and to relieve her of stress.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Saturday, July 5, 2003
TV Today: Saturday, July 5, 2003 TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:00 English News Service 7:30 Documentary 8:30 Talk Show: Ibu, Bayi, dan Balita 11:00 News: Berita Daerah 11:30 Music: Konteswara 12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang 1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga 2:00 News: Metro Indonesia 3:30 Children's Show 4:30 Science and Technology 5:00 Talk Show 6:00 News: Berita Petang 8:00 Profile: Gita Pesona 9:00 News: Berita Malam 9:30 Music: Kamera Ria 11:00 TV Drama TPI 6:00 a.m.
Sat, 05 Jul 2003, 00:00 WIB
Miroto's Banjarmili studio blends with serene nature
Miroto's Banjarmili studio blends with serene nature Suherdjoko, Contributor, Yogyakarta A piece by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is in the air, while inside a dance studio four dancers move beautifully, performing contemporary dance movements under the guidance of noted choreographer and dancer Martinus Miroto. From a distance, the sound of water dropping from a traditional bamboo-made waterspout was heard, creating a serene atmosphere.