Archive: 13 August 2003
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Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/8/KIDNAP
JP/8/KIDNAP Police arrest businessman over kidnapping Multa Fidrus The Jakarta Post Tangerang Police reportedly nabbed a businessman on Tuesday for allegedly planning the abduction of eight-year-old Muhamad Hegel Muthahhari from his elementary school in Serpong Tangerang. The businessman, identified as Sarwoto, was arrested at his office in Wisma Arcadia on Jl. TB. Simatupang, South Jakarta at 3:30 p.m. "Yes, Sarwoto was just arrested.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Domestic investment approvals plunge
Domestic investment approvals plunge The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Investment activity in the country remains in the doldrums with the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) revealing a bleak picture of investment during the first seven months of this year. The board actually reported an increase in foreign investment approvals over the same period from US$3.2 billion in 2002 to $4.67 billion this year.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Farmers union fights commercialization of water sources
Farmers union fights commercialization of water sources Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A farmers union criticized on Tuesday the water resources bill for allowing private companies to exploit springs, which it said would harm farmers who rely on free groundwater. The water resources bill, which the House plans to discuss at its next session, would allow private companies to take control of springs for business purposes.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
City nets 9,600 people without IDs
City nets 9,600 people without IDs The Jakarta Post Jakarta City administration has netted a total of 9,600 people who do not have identity cards (IDs) during an operation that began early this year. The operation was focused on rented houses and small industries like garment firms. Head of the city population and marriage registration agency Silviana Murni told the media on Tuesday that the fingerprints of the people netted during the operation were taken.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Andi Widjajanto
Andi Widjajanto Center for International Relations Studies University of Indonesia 2. Yomi -- Wind energy has potential to fuel future power needs 1 X 45 Wind energy could fuel future power needs Lester R. Brown President Earth Policy Institute. 3. State -- Wide angle bordering on problems 2 X 21 Border disputes risk stable Indian-Sino ties By SALMAN HAIDAR
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: The Pare-Pare Prosecutor's Office
MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: The Pare-Pare Prosecutor's Office handed over the case files of two bombing suspects to the Makassar District Court on Tuesday. Saifullah Amir, alias Imam Nawawi bin Amir, 24, and Muhammad Amir, alias Muhammad Eksel bin Abdul Madjid, 28, are suspects in last December's bombings of a McDonald's outlet and car dealership in Makassar, South Sulawesi.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Bagir slams 'money-hungry lawyers'
Bagir slams 'money-hungry lawyers' PEKANBARU, Riau: Supreme Court Chief Justice Bagir Manan expressed concern on Tuesday that some lawyers were more concerned with money than justice. "Lawyers must not only try to win legal battle, but maintain their professionalism and dignity," Bagir said in a speech read by deputy chief justice Syamsuhadi Irsyad during a ceremony here. He emphasized that there was a time for lawyers to win and to lose.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Aceh referendum fighter goes on trial for treason
Aceh referendum fighter goes on trial for treason Nani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Aceh A proindependence Acehnese woman activist went on trial at the Banda Aceh District Court on Tuesday on charges of treason that could lead to a 20 year prison sentence if she is convicted. In the meantime, security authorities insisted they would continue to intensify their hunt for separatist rebels as part of the integrated operation to restore security and order in the conflict-ridden province.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Amrozi, damned and condemned
Amrozi, damned and condemned Justice under Indonesian law has been done. After a swift investigation and an open and fair trial, the first of the Bali bombers has been condemned to die by firing squad. That is a closure of sorts. But it is by no means the end of the Bali tragedy. Amrozi's defiant pride in his role in the Bali deaths and his odious gloating over this week's Marriott Hotel bombing in Jakarta has provoked deep, unhappy emotions in Australians and Indonesians alike.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Strengthening security community
Strengthening security community Andi Widjajanto, Center for International Relations Studies, University of Indonesia, Jakarta The states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) share the common recognition that the multilateral security arrangement should be an essential feature of the regional landscape.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
School principals'
School principals' foreign junkets Public censure, in relation to foreign trips made by regional councillors under the guise of comparative studies, seems to have fallen on deaf ears. It is rather odd and unfortunate that such trips should have gained popularity with high school principals in Bandung and regional towns of West Java. According to the report, 38 high school principals in West Java are slated to travel to Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia on a study tour.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
IMF completes 10th review of RI economy
IMF completes 10th review of RI economy The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After completing its 10th review of Indonesia's economic reform program, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) praised the stable performance of the country's financial markets despite the recent bombing at a Jakarta hotel.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Foreign junkets
Foreign junkets Public censure, in relation to foreign trips made by regional councillors under the guise of comparative studies, seems to have fallen on deaf ears. It is rather odd and unfortunate that such trips should have gained popularity with high school principals in Bandung and regional towns of West Java. According to the report, 38 high school principals in West Java are slated to travel to Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia on a study tour.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Surabaya, for Wednesday, August 13, 2003
Where to go in Surabaya, for Wednesday, August 13, 2003 Exhibitions * Painting by students of Akademi Seni Surabaya (Aksera), at Balai Pemuda Surabaya, Jl. Gubernur Suryo, No. 15, (Tel. 031- 5450344), 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., until Aug. 20. * Painting by Dian Anggraini Hutomo, CCCL - French Cultural Center, Jl. Darmokali 10 (Phone: 031 5615246), 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Aug. 21 to Aug. 30. * Painting at Balai Pemuda Surabaya, Jl. Gubernur Suryo, No. 15, (Tel. 031-5450344), 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Aug.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Real Madrid to target Thailand with merchandise
Real Madrid to target Thailand with merchandise Hoping to cash in on a huge fan base in Thailand, Spanish soccer club Real Madrid plans to launch a cable television program in Bangkok, a souvenir store, a theme cafe and more, a newspaper reported Tuesday.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Wednesday, August 13, 2003
TV Program: Wednesday, August 13, 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 2:00 Metro Indonesia 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: Dunia Dalam Berita 9:30 Music: Dangdut Pro 11:00 Talk Show TPI 5:00 a.m.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Komnas HAM team to return to Bulukumba
Komnas HAM team to return to Bulukumba JAKARTA: A team from the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) will soon return to Bulukumba regency in South Sulawesi to resume its investigation of alleged human rights abuse by police, a member said here on Tuesday. M.M. Billah said the team would leave shortly after it completed another probe in Aceh province. "I will chair the team myself, and its membership will include Hasballah M. Saad, Mansour Fakih and Hasto Atmojo," he said.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Observers pessimistic on monorail project
Observers pessimistic on monorail project Bambang Nurbianto The Jakarta Post Jakarta Urban observers have expressed pessimism on whether the planned monorail project will be able to address the city's chaotic transportation problems. However, they did not propose a genuine solution to the problem, either, other than criticizing that the project was not well prepared and the city had no integrated transportation plan.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Observers pessimistic on monorail project
Observers pessimistic on monorail project Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Urban observers have expressed pessimism on whether the planned monorail project will be able to address the city's chaotic transportation problems. However, they did not propose a genuine solution to the problem, either, other than criticizing that the project was not well prepared and the city had no integrated transportation plan.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt criticized for slow progress in drafting Batam FTZ law
Govt criticized for slow progress in drafting Batam FTZ law The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is being criticized for the slow progress in drafting a law on Free Trade Zone (FTZ) status for Batam. Sofyan Wanandi, chairman of the National Economic Recovery Committee (KPEN), said that the much-anticipated law was very important to strengthen legal certainty for investors interested in Batam.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Most hotels lack metal detectors
Most hotels lack metal detectors BEKASI: Most of the hotels in Bekasi mayoralty and regency lack metal detectors as a security precaution, leaving them open for terrorist activities and other crimes. Bekasi councillor Bambang Darmoko from the Indonesian Military (TNI)/Police faction said that many of the hotels could become targets of terrorist attacks. "Only two hotels in Bekasi have metal detectors.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Marriott death toll rises to 12
Marriott death toll rises to 12 Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The terrorist attack on the JW Marriott Hotel claimed another life on Tuesday with the passing of a hotel security guard from the burns he sustained on Aug. 5, when a bomb exploded in the hotel's driveway. Edi Sucipto, 31, died at Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital in Central Jakarta at 12:57 p.m. after his condition worsened. "We did our utmost to save his life.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Liquidity credits cleared
Liquidity credits cleared The government and Bank Indonesia finally resolved last week their long-standing dispute over the sharing of the costs of the economic crisis with the issuance ofRp 144.5 trillion (US$17 billion) worth of 30-year bonds to reimburse the emergency liquidity support the central bank extended in 1997 and 1998 to bail out the distressed banking industry.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Mulsim leaders summoned over riots
Mulsim leaders summoned over riots JAKARTA: The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) has summoned former president Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid, scholar and potential presidential candidate Nurcholish "Cak Nur" Madjid and several other national figures over the May 1998 riots. Salahuddin Wahid, who chairs the commission's ad hoc team of inquiry into the riots, said on Tuesday the national figures were summoned to discuss the political background of the riots.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
'Independence Day is merely ceremonial'
'Independence Day is merely ceremonial' The country is preparing to commemorate the 58th anniversary of Independence on Aug. 17. Many people are busy with activities to welcome the anniversary. However, some city residents have expressed grievances over the atmosphere of uncertainty, particularly following last Tuesday's deadly blast in the capital. It seems ironic that the country remains prone to instability, despite having gained independence.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Komnas HAM on bomb attack
Komnas HAM on bomb attack From Media Indonesia The terrorist bomb attack on the JW Marriott Hotel in Kuningan, Jakarta on Aug. 5 -- which resulted in the deaths of at least 10 people and dozens injured, as well as material destruction -- is a direct violation of human rights such as the right to life, which can in no way be derogated, the right to freedom from fear and the right to security.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Pertamina CEO to be replaced
Pertamina CEO to be replaced The government is expected to reshuffle state-owned oil and gas firm Pertamina's top management in the near future as part of a program to privatize the national oil and gas company in 2006, according to an official. The official, who declined to be named, told Dow Jones Newswires on Tuesday the management changes could be announced as early as next week.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Constitutional court
Constitutional court toward civil society From Media Indonesia The Constitutional Court is a very important institution; its members should therefore comprise professionals, senior figures, or persons of authority, good conduct and wide knowledge, without favoring particular groups or parties. Its decisions or amendments should be based on a variety of considerations, without harming the interests of particular groups or disrupting national unity or integrity.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Train raid OK, service questionable
Train raid OK, service questionable From Media Indonesia The recent raid launched by the state railway company PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) against passengers traveling without tickets, particularly for electric and diesel trains (KRL/KRD), deserves support, although it should have been conducted by KAI's own personnel instead of the police. In the meantime, KAI should review its policies that harm public interests.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Prosecution seeks 15 years in jail for Ba'asyir
Prosecution seeks 15 years in jail for Ba'asyir A'an Suryana and Blontank Poer, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Surakarta Prosecutors demanded on Tuesday 15 years in jail for terror suspect Abu Bakar Ba'asyir, who has been charged with treason and immigration violations, and accused of leading Jamaah Islamiyah (JI), which has been blamed for deadly bombings in both Bali and Jakarta.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. Growth -- 3 cols, 3 lines, 48pts MB, 25 counts
1. Growth -- 3 cols, 3 lines, 48pts MB, 25 counts Government sets higher economic growth target of 5% next year 2. Invest -- 4 cols, 1 line, 36pts MB, 35 counts Domestic investment approvals plunge 3. Victim -- 4 cols, 1 line, 35pts MB, 35 counts Marriott death toll rises to 12 4. Groom -- 4 cols, 1 line, 36pts MB, 35 counts Couple grateful surviving blast 5. Singapore -- 3 cols, 2 lines, 36pts MB, 26 counts Crackdown on terrorism threatens SE Asia democracy
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Liquidity credits revisited
Liquidity credits revisited The government announced last week plans to issue Rp 144.5 trillion (US$17 billion) worth of 30-year bonds to reimburse the emergency liquidity support Bank Indonesia extended in 1997 and 1998 and to bail out the distressed banking industry. The bonds, with an annual interest of 0.1 percent would replace the debt instruments worth the same amount, but with much higher coupon rates than the government issued in 1998 and 1999 to the central bank.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Legislator to testify over attack
Legislator to testify over attack JAKARTA: Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) legislator Alex Litaay will appear at the Jakarta District Court on Wednesday to testify about the takeover of the party's office on July 27, 1996. Alex was the party's secretary-general when the incident occurred, leaving at least five people dead. Two soldiers, Col. Budi Purnama and First Lt.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
b]* Archipelago:One missing in North Sumatra flooding5
b]* Archipelago:One missing in North Sumatra flooding5 * Opinion:Cycle of violence harms the world6 * City:Father says associate arrested for kidnapping8 * Sports:Plenty of stake for Woods and company at 85th PGA Tour9 * World:Arroyo to crack down on corruption in the military11 * Business:IMF completes review of RI economy, welcomes progress13 * Features:Are raw vegetables that much healthier?18
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CI warns of coral reef destruction
CI warns of coral reef destruction Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Conservation International (CI) warned on Tuesday that Indonesia would lose its coral reefs in 10 years if the government was unable to conserve them and people continued to use fish bombs. "People who use fish bombs may be not evil as they only do it because they have to make a living.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
People told to save water
People told to save water Sari P. Setiogi and Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is calling on the public, particularly in Jakarta, to avoid wasting water and to be prepared for sacrifices now that the country was feeling the full heat of the dry season. On Tuesday, State Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim criticized the watering of gardens and washing of cars as examples of wasting water.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Complaints on dirty river go unheeded
Complaints on dirty river go unheeded Theresia Sufa, The Jakarta Post, Bogor Hundreds of villagers in Leuwiliang district, Bogor, have suffered from scabies after using water from the Cikaniki River to bathe. The villagers are forced to use water from the river because of a water shortage in the area. "I am very angry about the state of the river, but I have to use water from the river because I can't draw any water from my well," said Nisah, 40.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Crackdown on terrorism threatens SE Asia democracy
Crackdown on terrorism threatens SE Asia democracy Karl Malakunas, Agence France-Presse, Singapore Moves by Southeast Asian governments to enact authoritarian laws to fight terrorism will reverse many hard-won democratic gains and could backfire, civil rights campaigners said on Tuesday.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Biem, pioneer of ethnic radio
Biem, pioneer of ethnic radio Bambang Nurbianto The Jakarta Post Jakarta Anak Betawi, ketinggalan zaman, katenye... Anak Betawi, gak berbudaye, katenye... (Betawi kids are out of date, Betawi kids have no culture, that's what they say) is part of the theme song of television drama, Si Doel Anak Sekolahan (Doel, the Student). The song is contrary to the beliefs of Biem Triani Benjamin, the third son of the late Betawi (native Jakartan) multi-talented entertainer Benjamin Sueb.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Newlyweds thankful for escape
Newlyweds thankful for escape Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "I have had a glimpse of hell. Well, sort of," said Zaenal Abidin, 29, whose arms were burned in last week's JW Marriott Hotel blast. He was in the Sailendra Restaurant located off the hotel's lobby when the blast occurred just few meters from where he stood.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Yogya bombs not connected with Marriot attack, say police
Yogya bombs not connected with Marriot attack, say police Syaiful Amin, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Police said on Tuesday they had arrested four people after three small, homemade bombs exploded in the tourist city of Yogyakarta, injuring a 23-year-old man identified as Jono alias Wardono. One of the arrested men was the victim, who was transporting the bombs on his motorbike.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Toyota, Geely trademark suit continues
Toyota, Geely trademark suit continues BEIJING: Toyota and Chinese car maker Geely Group said on Tuesday they have failed to reach a settlement over a trademark infringement dispute. "Toyota wanted to impose unmerited allegations of trademark infringement and illicit competition on Geely... that is why the two parties didn't reach a settlement," said Lou Tao, Geely's legal consultant.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Arroyo vows to crack down on corruption in the military
Arroyo vows to crack down on corruption in the military Associated Press, Manila President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo pledged Tuesday to crack down on military corruption -- an endemic problem cited by renegade soldiers who staged a dramatic mutiny two weeks ago. Arroyo said checks would be made on the lifestyles of generals, compared with the purchasing power of their paychecks. And she promised state protection for middle-ranking officers who tell prosecutors about scams by their superiors.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Kwik to dissolve PDI-P research body
Kwik to dissolve PDI-P research body JAKARTA: In another sign of friction within the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), top official Kwik Kian Gie demanded on Tuesday that the party's research and development center be disbanded. "As the chair of the research center, I have the right to disband it. There has been friction between us and the party's central board," Kwik said after a party meeting presided over by chairwoman Megawati Soekarnoputri.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Editor faces jail for libel
Editor faces jail for libel JAKARTA: State prosecutors demanded on Tuesday a five-month prison sentence for the chief editor of Jakarta-based Rakyat Merdeka daily, Karim Paputungan, for libeling House of Representatives Speaker Akbar Tandjung. Prosecutor Nana Mulyana told the South Jakarta District Court that Karim deliberately published a picture on the front page of the paper's Jan. 8, 2002, edition that defamed Akbar. "The daily attacked Akbar's reputation and image," Nana said.
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Council dismisses bribery report, reaffirms election result
Council dismisses bribery report, reaffirms election result I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The Bali legislative council reaffirmed here on Tuesday its decision to reelect incumbent Governor Dewa Made Beratha, despite reports of bribery in last week's gubernatorial election. In a plenary session, the council dismissed the bribery allegations and declared the reelection of Beratha legally valid.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Noisy Garuda
Noisy Garuda On Aug. 7, I flew Garuda to Jakarta from Denpasar, it was an international flight connecting with Tokyo. The flight departed at 10 p.m. local time. When the plane started to take off, I heard a noise coming from the left and right upper parts of the plane. It was like something was falling from the roof. The other passengers (mostly Japanese) were also wondering about the strange noise. The same noise occurred many times during the flight evoking the curiosity of the passengers.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Generals told to set example
Generals told to set example Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Low-ranking military personnel have given mixed reactions to an instruction by the Indonesian Military (TNI) banning enlisted members from taking side jobs to augment their income. "My salary is not enough to cover my family's basic needs.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Opposition grows to government-proposed draconian security law
Opposition grows to government-proposed draconian security law The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Analysts, politicians and top government officials have joined the chorus of opposition on Tuesday to reject the proposed adoption of the draconian Internal Security Act (ISA) as a measure to preempt terrorist attacks.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Driver nabbed for robbing tourists
Driver nabbed for robbing tourists JAKARTA: Police arrested a taxi driver on Tuesday for alleged extortion and violence to two Japanese tourists who had just arrived in Jakarta. City Police head of detectives for general crimes, Adj. Sr. Comr. Idham Azis said that the driver, Majapahit Ariyanto, was arrested at 7:30 a.m. at the Koperasi taxi center in Jatibening, Bekasi. Majapahit picked up the two Japanese at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on Monday afternoon.
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;JP;LEO;IMN; ANPAv..r.. Photo-ship-voyage Photo caption JP/1/PHOTO B JP/P.J. Leo FINAL PREPARATIONS: Traditional, hand-built ship Borobudur, made by As'ad Abdullah al-Madani and his craftsmen from Pagerungan Kecil island, Madura, East Java, docks at Marina Beach, Ancol, North Jakarta, before sailing to Africa as part of the Borobudur Ship Expedition, aimed at retracing the Cinnamon Route, a trade route taken by Indonesian sailors in previous centuries.
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One missing in N. Sumatra flooding
One missing in N. Sumatra flooding Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan, North Sumatra Amid water shortages in many parts of the country that have caused widespread crop failure, flooding hit the North Sumatra town of Sibolga on Tuesday, with one person thought drowned and hundreds of others forced to flee their homes. The victim was identified as Adolf Manalu, a 10-year-old elementary school pupil who fell into Aek Doras River. His body has not yet been found.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Experts call for an end to Aceh military operation
Experts call for an end to Aceh military operation M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The military offensive to curb the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) has resulted in rampant violations of the Geneva Convention on the protection of civilians in times of war, experts say. They called on the government on Tuesday to halt the security operation in the country's westernmost province.
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;JP;LEO;IMN; ANPAv..r.. Photo-ship-voyage Photo caption JP/1/PHOTO B JP/P.J. Leo FINAL PREPARATIONS: Traditional, hand-built ship Borobudur, made by As'ad Abdullah al-Madani and his craftsmen from Pagerungan Kecil island, Madura, East Java, docks at Marina Beach, Ancol, North Jakarta, before sailing to Africa as part of the Borobudur Ship Expedition, aimed at retracing the Cinnamon Route, a trade route taken by Indonesian sailors in previous centuries.
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1 x 34 One missing in North Sumatra flooding JP/5/bali 2 x 31 Bali council dismisses bribery report, reaffirms election result JP/5/bomb 2 x 31 Yogya bombs not connected with Marriott attack, say police
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275 Javanese families return to N. Maluku
275 Javanese families return to N. Maluku SURABAYA: At least 275 displaced migrant families from the once conflict-wracked province of North Maluku were finally sent back to the region on Tuesday from East, Central and West Java. They traveled to North Maluku aboard the Taruna Sakti ship from the Tanjung Perak port in Surabaya, East Java.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Violence in Bireuen regency continues
Violence in Bireuen regency continues Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Aceh The bedug (large drum) outside the small mosque in Ujung Blang village, Gandapura district, Bireuen, pounded incessantly on Tuesday, signaling that the remains of another victim of Indonesia's brutal war in Aceh had been found. Curious residents soon gathered at a wooden house where two bodies were laid out pending burial.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta to hold tourism expo
Jakarta to hold tourism expo JAKARTA: The annual Tourism Indonesia Mart and Expo (TIME) will still be held at the Jakarta Convention Center on Sept. 3-6 despite last week's bombing attack at the JW Marriott Hotel in Jakarta. Meity Robot, head of the organizing committee, said that the decision to continue with the exhibition showed that the industry players' were committed to maintaining the country's image.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Amrozi's smile
Amrozi's smile I refer to the cartoon on page 7 of The Jakarta Post of Aug. 9. A feeling of unease enveloped me when I saw the cartoon depicting Amrozi smiling at the death sentence. It is true that he did smile when the verdict was announced by the judge in the Bali court. As of now we do not know whether this smile will be with him when he actually faces the firing squad. A person with the highest level of mental elevation may possibly laugh at impending death or actual death.
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Stock prices on the Jakartra Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug.2003
Stock prices on the Jakartra Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug.2003 _________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 1,000 25 97,000 Adindo Foresta 50 0 0 AGIS Tbk 105 0 680,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 130 0 0 Alakasa Industrindo 140 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 975 0 0 Alter Abadi Tbk 15 -5 500,000 Alumindo Light 195 0 16,500...
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Police confirm Asmar's JI ties
Police confirm Asmar's JI ties Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Police have confirmed the link between Asmar Latin Sani, the man who allegedly drove the car that carried the bomb used in the JW Marriott Hotel attack, and the Jamaah Islamiyah (JI) terrorist network, saying the 28-year-old belonged to a JI squad led by Mustofa. National Police chief Gen. Da'i Bachtiar said on Tuesday that Asmar, whose severed head was found on the fifth floor of the hotel, was a member of Mustofa's squad.
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Biem, pioneer of ethnic radio
Biem, pioneer of ethnic radio Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Anak Betawi, ketinggalan zaman, katenye... Anak Betawi, gak berbudaye, katenye... (Betawi kids are out of date, Betawi kids have no culture, that's what they say) is part of the theme song of television drama, Si Doel Anak Sekolahan (Doel, the Student). The song is contrary to the beliefs of Biem Triani Benjamin, the third son of the late Betawi (native Jakartan) multi-talented entertainer Benjamin Sueb.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt wants to annul 'nuisance taxes'
Govt wants to annul 'nuisance taxes' The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Ministry of Finance will propose to the Ministry of Home Affairs to annul a host of provincial regulations and city bylaws that hamper businesses in regions. "We (the finance ministry) are studying a lot of provincial regulations that are not necessary and just hinder business activities.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Seafarers off RI's Aceh coast warned
Seafarers off RI's Aceh coast warned MALAYSIA: Seafarers have been warned to maintain a sharp anti- piracy watch off Indonesia's war-torn Aceh coast after eight attacks on ships within four months, the International Maritime Bureau (IMB) said on Tuesday. "We are putting out a red alert to all ships entering the Malacca Strait: Keep clear of Indonesia's Aceh coast and maintain strict anti-piracy watch," Noel Choong, the Malaysian-based IMB regional director said.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
JP/5/hindu
JP/5/hindu President linked to Bali governor scandal I Wayan Juniartha The Jakarta Post Denpasar, Bali The Bali chapter of the Indonesian Hindu Youths Association (PHI) says it has proof that recently reelected Bali Governor Dewa Made Beratha paid councillors for votes. The scandal involves members of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), which is chaired by President Megawati Soekarnoputri. The President directly backed the reelection campaign.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Government names seven candidates for new court
Government names seven candidates for new court Kurniawan Hari and A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has named seven candidates for the three seats on the Constitutional Court bench as the Aug. 17 deadline to set up the court draws near. "The nominees will be submitted to the President immediately," Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra said on Tuesday. The seven, mostly scholars, are: H.A.S.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
1. ACEH: 48 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12
1. ACEH: 48 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12 Experts call for an end to Aceh military operation 2. JUDGES: 36 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 21 Government names seven candidates for new court 3. BA'ASYIR: 32 pt, 5 cols, 1 x 48 Prosecution seeks 15 years in jail for Ba'asyir 4. MOONLIGHT: 28 pt, 3 cols, 1 x 30 Generals told to set example
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Govt sets higher growth target of 5% next year
Govt sets higher growth target of 5% next year The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has set a higher economic growth target of 5 percent for next year under the draft 2004 state budget to be unveiled by President Megawati Soekarnoputri on Friday, Coordinating Minister for the Economy Dorodjatun Kuntjoro-Jakti said. "President Megawati will deliver the opening speech for the draft budget and in it, you will see that our next year's target is 5 percent," he told reporters on Tuesday.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
19 meet requirements for Golkar presidential bid
19 meet requirements for Golkar presidential bid Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Golkar Party announced on Tuesday that a total of 19 party figures, including party chairman Akbar Tandjung, had met all the administrative and legal requirements to be allowed to participate in the upcoming convention to select a single presidential candidate, although they had yet to present their vision and mission statements.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
City operation nets 9,600 people without IDs
City operation nets 9,600 people without IDs The Jakarta Post, Jakarta City administration has netted a total of 9,600 people who do not have identity cards (IDs) during an operation that began early this year. The operation was focused on rented houses and small industries like garment firms. Head of the city population and marriage registration agency Silviana Murni told the media on Tuesday that the fingerprints of the people netted during the operation were taken.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Liquidity credits revisited
Liquidity credits revisited The government announced last week plans to issue Rp 144.5 trillion (US$17 billion) worth of 30-year bonds to reimburse the emergency liquidity support Bank Indonesia extended in 1997 and 1998 and to bail out the distressed banking industry. The bonds, with an annual interest of 0.1 percent would replace the debt instruments worth the same amount, but with much higher coupon rates than the government issued in 1998 and 1999 to the central bank.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
checked by Melinda
checked by Melinda EXPO Brief Event organizers take note ... In response to the growing need of our readers for information on business and cultural events taking place in the country, The Jakarta Post is launching a special advertisement column called Expo Brief. This column, especially designed and prepared to help event organizers promote their activities -- seminars, exhibitions or conferences, will appear on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Officials charged with illegal logging in NTB
Officials charged with illegal logging in NTB Luh Putu Trisna Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Mataram, West Nusa Tenggara Police here are investigating at least eight officials of the Central Lombok forestry office as suspects charged with involvement in illegal logging in three protected forests in the regency. Three of the suspects have officially been detained at the West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Police Headquarters for intensive questioning. Chief of provincial police detectives Adj. Sr. Comr.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Hospital sued over child's death
Hospital sued over child's death JAKARTA: The hearing of a lawsuit filed against Harapan Kita Hospital began at the West Jakarta District Court on Monday. The hospital is being sued by the parents of Dhori Ariangi Rumondor, who died while being treated at the hospital in May 1999. The lawsuit, which was filed on Monday, accuses several doctors and nurses at the hospital with neglecting Dhori, who was admitted to the hospital with a high fever.
Wed, 13 Aug 2003, 00:00 WIB
Father says associate arrested for kidnapping
Father says associate arrested for kidnapping Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang Police reportedly nabbed a businessman on Tuesday for allegedly planning the abduction of eight-year-old Muhamad Hegel Muthahhari from his elementary school in Serpong Tangerang. The businessman, identified as Sarwoto, was arrested at his office in Wisma Arcadia on Jl. TB. Simatupang, South Jakarta at 3:30 p.m. "Yes, Sarwoto was just arrested.