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Archive: 15 September 2003

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Watch a movie, in your own cinema

Watch a movie, in your own cinemaRapid development in home entertainment technology has contributed to lifestyle changes, particularly for those living in big cities.Now, people can enjoy a movie, TV show or sports program in their own homes, with sound and picture quality almost as good as that of...

RI to attend money laundering meet

RI to attend money laundering meet AMBON, Maluku: Indonesia will send a delegation to a conference on money laundering in Hong Kong on Sept. 16, a government official said here on Saturday."Soon after I hand over my position as the acting governor of Maluku to my successor, I will leave for Hong...

Malaysia trying to evade AFTA with duties on cars?

Malaysia trying to evade AFTA with duties on cars?Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur A Malaysian opposition leader on Sunday sought a review of proposed excise duties for imported cars, saying consumers were entitled to cheaper cars under a regional free trade pact.

S. Sumatra tense, fate of governor elect iffy

S. Sumatra tense, fate of governor elect iffyThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The situation in the South Sumatra capital of Palembang was still tense, following the political uncertainty on governor elect Syahrial Oesman who failed to be sworn in on Friday.

On residential and business areas

On residential and business areasFrom Kompas Many residential areas in Jakarta, Menteng and Kebayoran, for example, have become residential-cum-business areas, a situation that is very disturbing to residents.

Competition in Plasma TV market gets tighter

Competition in Plasma TV market gets tighter Rudijanto Contributor Jakarta Technologically sophisticated Plasma TVs are exclusive, expensive and prestigious products aimed at the few who are on top of the social pyramid.

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JP/3/Bulgaria offers defense cooperation, but under strict control(This is not a direct quotation)On the sidelines of his four-day visit to Indonesia, due to be completed on Monday, Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov shared his views about Bulgaria's transition from a communist country into a...

Parvanov reaches out for Buddha in C. Java

Parvanov reaches out for Buddha in C. JavaSyaiful Amin, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov and his wife Sorka Petrova Parvanova visited the Prambanan and Borobudur temples on Sunday, one day before ending their four-day visit to Indonesia aimed at enhancing diplomatic...

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Part 1 of 2APEC and maritime security measuresMakarim Wibisono, Chairman APEC's Counterterrorism Task Force, Jakarta International terrorism has made the world a far more dangerous place than when the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) was born in 1989.

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;JP; ANPAc..r.. Audio-DVD-market Sales of DVD player set to jump amid fall in pricesSudibyo M. Wiradji The Jakarta Post Jakarta The sale of DVD players in the Indonesian electronics market recorded a significant increase over the past several months as the price of the devices dropped.

It is ironic that despite being an agricultural country with

It is ironic that despite being an agricultural country with farmers consisting the majority of its population, Indonesia remains to be the world's largest food importer. Every year, the country imports at least 2 million tons of rice, 1.6 million tons of sugar, and 1.3 million tons of soybean.

Bulgaria, Indonesia seek closer trade relationship

Bulgaria, Indonesia seek closer trade relationshipRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian and Bulgarian business lobby groups signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Saturday to preserve and stimulate investments and exports between the two countries.

Amien seeks support from Bush, Howard

Amien seeks support from Bush, Howard JAKARTA: National Mandate Party (PAN) chairman Amien Rais is to seek international support for his presidential bid in 2004 along with his running mate, likely from the Indonesian Military (TNI).

Trust in high state institutions drops: Survey

Trust in high state institutions drops: SurveyA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Public trust of high state institutions -- particularly the presidential office and the People's Consultative Assembly -- has dropped significantly in 2003, a survey says.

200 TB patients in dire need of treatment

200 TB patients in dire need of treatment JAYAPURA, Papua: At least 200 tuberculosis (TB) patients in the mountainous regency of Bintang, Papua, are in desperate need of medical treatment, a local official has said.

Maluku to have new governor

Maluku to have new governor AMBON, Maluku: Home Minister Hari Sabarno is scheduled to swear in Brig. Gen. (ret) Karel Ralahalu as governor and Mohammad Abdullah Latuconsina as deputy governor on Sept. 15.

N. Sumatra village has no cemetery

N. Sumatra village has no cemetery MEDAN, North Sumatra: Unlike other villages in North Sumatra, Klambir V has no public cemetery. Villagers say they have frequently asked the Hamparan Perak subdistrict administration to provide them with land to bury their dead, but have received no response.

Parvanov reaches out for Buddha in C. Java

Parvanov reaches out for Buddha in C. JavaSyaiful Amin, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov and his wife Sorka Petrova Parvanova visited the Prambanan and Borobudur temples on Sunday, one day before ending their four-day visit to Indonesia aimed at enhancing diplomatic...

Combating terrorism

Combating terrorismFrom Forum KeadilanThe recent terrorist act at Marriott Hotel, Jakarta, in which about a dozen innocent civilians were killed, has invited debates among observers, politicians and activists of non-governmental organizations.

U.S. Marines arrive in Philippines

U.S. Marines arrive in PhilippinesPHILIPPINES: About 1,500 U.S. Marines arrived aboard three ships at a former American naval base on Sunday for a weeklong war exercise designed to bolster regional security, officials said.

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More oppose revisions to antiterror law 2. 2 x 24 Trust in high state institutions drops: Survey3. 1 x 40 Low pay forces LIPI researchers to moonlight 4. 2 x 18Troops kill five alleged Aceh rebels

House set to approve new money-laundering law

House set to approve new money-laundering lawEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives is scheduled to approve on Tuesday a new version of the country's money-laundering law that would meet international standards, and is expected to be able to curb rampant money...

Water disruption expected in Central Jakarta

Water disruption expected in Central Jakarta JAKARTA: Water utility PT Palyja announced on Sunday that some parts of Central Jakarta would experience disruption in water supplies due to engineering work.

Bulgaria offers defense cooperation, cautiously

Bulgaria offers defense cooperation, cautiously On the sidelines of his four-day visit to Indonesia, due to be completed on Monday, Bulgarian President Georgi Parvanov shared his views about Bulgaria's transition from a communist country into a democratic state and about defense cooperation with...

Reforestation program under threat

Reforestation program under threat KOTABARU TOWN, South Kalimantan: A reforestation program for 83-hectares of deforested area in Kotabaru and Tanah Bumbu regencies is under threat, since the teakwood seedlings that were planted in the two barren areas have died due to the prolonged drought.

On Uncle Sam vs the world

On Uncle Sam vs the worldI refer to the letter by David Wallis titled Uncle Sam vs the world published in The Jakarta Post on Sept. 1.This aptly titled letter is a sad reflection of the state of U.S. relations with, not all, but much of the world. The U.S.

Sales of DVD player set to jump amid fall in prices

Sales of DVD player set to jump amid fall in pricesSudibyo M. Wiradji The Jakarta Post Jakarta The sale of DVD players in the Indonesian electronics market recorded a significant increase over the past several months as the price of the devices dropped.

Troops kill five more alleged rebels in Aceh

Troops kill five more alleged rebels in AcehAgencies, Banda Aceh/Meulaboh Five more suspected rebels were killed in clashes between Indonesian Military (TNI) troops and members of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) in Aceh province, military officers said on Sunday.

Opposition ups against move to amend antiterror law

Opposition ups against move to amend antiterror lawTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A retired police officer has joined human rights groups in opposing the government's plan to amend Law No. 15/2003 on antiterrorism that would give the military a greater role in preventing terrorism here.

Ballet soothes hearts of the needy

Ballet soothes hearts of the needyChisato Hara, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Heart Foundation has arranged a two-day performance of Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake by the Russian State Ballet of Moscow as part of its annual fund-raising drive and awareness campaign in commemoration of World...

Dementieva thrashes top seed Rubin in WTA final

Dementieva thrashes top seed Rubin in WTA finalAgencies, Nusa Dua, Bali Second seed Elena Dementieva took an unexpected victory by making easy work of top seed Chanda Rubin 6-2, 6-1 in the singles final of the Wismilak International WTA tournament here on Sunday.

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JP/17/Red carpet treatment for privileged customersAndi M. Sadat Contributor Jakarta Although the national economy has not fully recovered, some businesses are thriving. The country's major banks are one example.

Explosive materials found at dump

Explosive materials found at dump JAKARTA: A package of explosive materials was discovered at a dump on Jl. Peninggaran Barat II, Kebayoran Lama, South Jakarta, on Saturday, a police officer said.South Jakarta chief of detectives Comr.

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JP/3/visitParvanov reaches out for Buddha in C. JavaSyaiful Amin The Jakarta Post YogyakartaBulgarian President Georgi Parvanov and his wife Sorka Petrova Parvanova visited the Prambanan and Borobudur temples on Sunday, one day before ending their four-day visit to Indonesia aimed at enhancing...

Indonesia welcomes lifting of Libya sanctions

Indonesia welcomes lifting of Libya sanctionsKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government welcomed on Sunday the decision of the United Nations Security Council to lift sanctions against Libya, hoping that the move would put an end to the sour relations between Tripoli and the...

Rubin meets

Rubin meets Dementieva in final matchAgence France-Presse Nusa Dua, Bali Top seed Chanda Rubin will face second seed Elena Dementieva in a United States versus Russia singles final of the WTA tournament here on Sunday.

Inspection or corruption?

Inspection or corruption?From Kontan Jakarta's land transportation office plans to conduct private vehicle roadworthiness inspections as a prerequisite for extending motor vehicle registrations. This is reportedly meant to guarantee the roadworthiness of all cars and prevent further air pollution...

Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, September 15, 2003

Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, September 15, 2003Exhibitions* Video Art from Netherlands, Erasmus Huis, Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, Kav S-3, Kuningan, South Jakarta (Tel. 5241069), until Oct. 4. * The Fascinating World of Traditional Indonesian Textiles, Borneo Gallery, Jl.

Amien to seek foreign support

Amien to seek foreign support JAKARTA: National Mandate Party (PAN) chairman Amien Rais is to seek international support for his presidential bid in 2004 along with his running mate, likely from the Indonesian Military (TNI).

Malaysian general elections shaping up

Malaysian general elections shaping upLawrence Bartlett, Agence-France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia's first elections in 22 years without Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad's dominating presence are shaping up as a fight for the soul of the Muslim majority, a congress of the hardline Islamic Party...

5,300 join PTDI reemployment test

5,300 join PTDI reemployment test BANDUNG: By the final deadline late Friday evening, 5,300 of 9,400 suspended employees of state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Dirgantara Indonesia (PTDI) had submitted their forms for the company's selection test.

Cisadane river severely polluted

Cisadane river severely pollutedMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang Thousands of residents in Tangerang regency living along the banks of the Cisadane river are at risk to various kinds of illnesses due to the high level of chemical and metal pollution in the river, a report has said.

Life still a drama for children on mean streets of Jakarta

Life still a drama for children on mean streets of JakartaTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "Life is not a (TV) drama, we all have to have meaning in life..." The sentence is the opening line of a poem Suprianto, 14, always recites to survive as a street busker in the city.

Indonesia's troubled Papua fears for future

Indonesia's troubled Papua fears for future It was a typical Sunday in a village not far from the highland town of Wamena in Indonesia's restive Papua province. Word spread that police from the feared elite mobile brigade were on their way.

Stop blaming others over Aceh

Stop blaming others over Aceh After blaming the press, human rights groups and anyone who expresses a critical view on the military operation in Aceh as obstacles to the failure of the government to speedily eliminate the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), the government has now found a new game to play:...

Power crisis in Lampung intensifying

Power crisis in Lampung intensifyingOyos Saroso HN The Jakarta Post Bandarlampung, LampungBlackouts imposed by state-owned electricity company PLN in Lampung over the last several months have caused economic losses and moved customers to refuse to pay their bills.

Another sea park found in Karimata

Another sea park found in Karimata PONTIANAK, West Kalimantan: The clear water and diversity of coral reef ecosystems around the Karimata islands in West Kalimantan could match those at Bunaken sea park in North Sulawesi, an official said.

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JP/17/Marketing PerspectivePromising future for sharia banksAde Jamaludin Contributor JakartaThe main function or role of a bank as an intermediary institution -- more than saving and borrowing -- is gradually developing further in line with current public demand.

Baby boy found dead

Baby boy found dead JAKARTA: A newborn baby boy was found dead on Sunday morning in front of the home of Suranto, a resident of the Army's Yon Sikon housing complex in Lenteng Agung, Jagakarsa, South Jakarta.The baby's body was found wrapped in a yellow T-shirt and a yellow plastic wrapper.

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JP/4/TNIMore oppose revisions of antiterror lawTiarma Siboro The Jakarta Post JakartaA retired police officer has joined human rights groups in opposing the government's plan to amend Law No. 15/2003 on antiterrorism that would give the military a greater role in preventing terrorism here.

Democracy fiesta and profits

Democracy fiesta and profitsR. Kristiawan, Media Working Group for Election Program Science, Aesthetics, and Technology Foundation (SET), Jakarta rkristiawan@yahoo.com The upcoming elections will take place in the wake of the media's liberalization, since 1998.

Heading for city page 8

Heading for city page 8 1. BUSWAY -- 48 PT Bodoni Bold 2/4 (4x12) JP/8/Busway City not yet prepared to inaugurate busway 2. ANAK -- 36pt Bodoni Bold 3/2 (2x20) Life still a drama for children on mean streets of Jakarta 3.

Watch a movie, in your own cinema

Watch a movie, in your own cinemaRapid development in home entertainment technology has contributed to lifestyle changes, particularly for those living in big cities.Now, people can enjoy a movie, TV show or sports program in their own homes, with sound and picture quality almost as good as that of...

PM condemns suicide bombings

PM condemns suicide bombingsMALAYSIA: Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has denounced Palestinian suicide bombings, saying in remarks published on Sunday that the practice was unacceptable to Islam.Mahathir, a strong supporter of the Palestinians, acknowledged that they resorted to suicide bombing...

Minister blames Garuda

Minister blames Garuda JAKARTA: PT Garuda Indonesia should be held responsible for the employment status of 14 medical doctors and dentists who had been employed on an outsourcing basis by its subsidiary, PT Garuda Sentra Medika (GSM), Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea said on...

* Headlines: Bulgaria offers cooperation, cautiously 3

* Headlines: Bulgaria offers cooperation, cautiously 3 * National: 4 * Archipelago: S. Sumatra tense, fate of governor elect iffy5 * Opinion: APEC and maritime security measures 7 * City: City not yet prepared to inaugurate busway 8 * Sports: Europe regains prestigious Solheim Cup 9 * World: Frail...

First software family to run on the grid

First software family to run on the gridZatni Arbi , Columnist, Jakarta zatni@cbn.net.id Suppose you are throwing a party at your house to celebrate your golden anniversary. You are going to invite all your relatives, friends, colleagues, neighbors -- what have you.

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JP/17/MPHow banks should secure 80 percent of their revenueSyafruddin Chan Contributor JakartaFor quite some years now banking services have been enhanced by sophisticated technology, including the latest Information Technology (IT).

Stone age meets church in Indonesian Papua

Stone age meets church in Indonesian Papua Dean Yates Reuters Hebuba, PapuaAgainst the backdrop of mist-shrouded mountains and a new brick church, tribesmen in Indonesia's restive Papua province grabbed their bows and began firing arrows into more than 100 pigs tied to stakes.

Baby boy found dead

Baby boy found dead JAKARTA: A newborn baby boy was found dead on Sunday morning in front of the home of Suranto, a resident of the Army's Yon Sikon housing complex in Lenteng Agung, Jagakarsa, South Jakarta. The baby's body was found wrapped in a yellow T-shirt and a yellow plastic wrapper.

India, ASEAN told to remove barriers

India, ASEAN told to remove barriersThe Jakarta Post, Mumbai India and ASEAN member countries could easily multiply trade and investment flows between them in just a few years if they removed trade and investment barriers, experts said.

'Honestly, I just know what WTO stands for'

'Honestly, I just know what WTO stands for'Free trade and very low tariffs on trade are deemed the basic tenets of the World Trade Organization (WTO), which recently held its Ministerial Meeting in Cancun, Mexico. However, there remains a large gap between rich and poor countries.

Tanjung Priok rights trial eventually start

Tanjung Priok rights trial eventually startMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta There are 11 military officers expected to stand trial at the Jakarta ad hoc human rights tribunal Monday for alleged involvement in the Tanjung Priok killings, offering hope for families of the victims...

City not yet prepared to inaugurate busway

City not yet prepared to inaugurate buswayBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite a number of delays, the city administration is still not yet ready to launch its bus rapid transit (BRT) system, popularly known as the busway, as two large questions remain to be answered.

IBRA spokesman found dead after river accident

IBRA spokesman found dead after river accidentTheresia Sufa, The Jakarta Post, Bogor After a two-day search, the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) spokesman Raymond van Beekum was found dead after a river rafting mishap near Sukasari village, Rumpin district, Bogor regency, on Sunday.

Water resource management

Water resource management We read with interest your front-page Sept. 10 article, entitled Water resource bill needs examining, in which the World Bank is credited with some of the content on the draft Water Law.

Government to revise draft on bankruptcy law

Government to revise draft on bankruptcy lawThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta In an apparent bid to help companies with financial difficulties to undergo business restructuring, the government plans to revise the draft bankruptcy law, which is now being deliberated at the House of Representatives, an...

Govt to repair Sumatra highway

Govt to repair Sumatra highway JAMBI CITY, Jambi: The central government will immediately disburse Rp 54 billion (US$6.3 million) to repair a 105-kilometer section of the Sumatra east coast highway -- between Muara Tembesi and Sarolangun.

Visits to dentist ineffective for 30 years

Visits to dentist ineffective for 30 yearsSari P. Setiogi The Jakarta Post JakartaHundreds of billions of rupiah have been spent on the School Dental Health Care Unit (UKGS) program for elementary students over the past few decades without producing satisfactory results, prompting the government to...

IBRA prepares holding companies to manage unsold assets

IBRA prepares holding companies to manage unsold assetsFitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post , Bogor, West Java The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) said it has started preparations to form a number of holding companies to manage its remaining unsold assets when it is disbanded in February...

TV Program: Monday, September 15, 2003

TV Program: Monday, September 15, 2003TVRI .TB.30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon10:00 Quiz: Dibisikin11:00 News: Berita Daerah 11:30 Music: Konteswara12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga2:30 Music: Pop Daerah3:00 Children's Program4:00 Quiz: Cerdas...

Recovering Haryanto wins more empathy from artist, legislator

Recovering Haryanto wins more empathy from artist, legislatorThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta An elementary school student who is undergoing intensive medical treatment in a hospital in the West Java provincial capital of Bandung received a special visit from an artist and a legislator on Saturday.

N. Sumatra village has no cemetery

N. Sumatra village has no cemetery MEDAN, North Sumatra: Unlike other villages in North Sumatra, Klambir V has no public cemetery.Villagers say they have frequently asked the Hamparan Perak subdistrict administration to provide them with land to bury their dead, but have received no response.

1. Sumsel: 8 x 4 lines

1. Sumsel: 8 x 4 linesS. Sumatra tense, fate of governor elect iffy2. Haryanto: 24 x 2 linesRecovering Haryanto wins more empathy from artist, legislator 3. Listrik: 22 x 2 linesProlonged drought intensifies power crisis in Lampung

Mahathir leaves prudent legacy in parting budget

Mahathir leaves prudent legacy in parting budgetEileen Ng, Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur When Abdullah Ahmad Badawi takes over as Malaysia's fifth premier in November, there will be few economic worries on his mind.

Indian firm can provide quality, inexpensive meat

Indian firm can provide quality, inexpensive meat Hind Agro Industries Ltd. (HAIL), which is based in New Delhi, can provide top quality water buffalo, sheep and goat meat products at very cheap prices, but Indonesian customers can not enjoy this because of the trade barrier imposed by the Ministry...

Prolonged drought intensefies power crisis in Lampung

Prolonged drought intensefies power crisis in LampungOyos Saroso HN, The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung, Lampung Blackouts imposed by state-owned electricity company PLN in Lampung over the last several months have caused economic losses and moved customers to refuse to pay their bills.

RI to attend money laundering meet

RI to attend money laundering meet AMBON, Maluku: Indonesia will send a delegation to a conference on money laundering in Hong Kong on Sept. 16, a government official said here on Saturday. "Soon after I hand over my position as the acting governor of Maluku to my successor, I will leave for Hong...

Low pay forces LIPI researchers to moonlight

Low pay forces LIPI researchers to moonlightSari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta For Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) researcher Sugiono invention comes from extra determination and dedication, sometimes removing financial gain from the consideration.

No big trucks

No big trucksFrom Suara Karya One of the main causes of traffic congestion on toll roads, particularly the Jakarta-Bekasi-Cikampek section is the large trucks and other industrial vehicles and container trucks during rush hour, which clog up the road and cause massive traffic jams.