Archive: 26 January 2004
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Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt to inspect chemical plants
Govt to inspect chemical plants Ridwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, Bekasi, West Java Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea said the government would learn from the recent explosion at a chemical plant in East Java, and increase inspections of chemical plants to avoid future incidents.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Luluk,Alven win Thailand Open
Luluk,Alven win Thailand Open Agencies, Jakarta Indonesian pair Luluk Hadiyanto/Alven Yulianto won the men's doubles badminton title on Sunday in the US$50,000 Thailand Open after defeating top seeds Nathan Robertson/Anthony Clark of England in Bangkok. According to the championship's official website, Luluk/Alven, who were third seeds at the tournament, scored a 15-12, 15-6 victory over the English pair currently ranked ninth in the world.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
The role of the media
The role of the media I consider the verdicts against the Koran Tempo daily and Tempo magazine as slaps in the face of justice and democracy. These verdicts prove once more that many state officials, politicians and business tycoons cannot -- or for whatever reasons, don't want to -- understand the role of the media in a democratic nation. The media is guardian of a country's constitution and its democratic system.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ordinary people can
Ordinary people can fight corruptors From Koran Tempo Former president Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid has said the power of people cannot defeat the evil power of unscrupulous politicians or corruptors because the population is so big that it can be fragmented easily. Gus Dur's negative and pessimistic tone in facing corruptors is not favorable to the nation's struggle.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
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checked by Rich ;JP; ANPAc..r.. Cars-brand-image JP/ / Branding of luxury cars should be treated with great care Agus W. Soehadi Contributor Jakarta On one busy afternoon a flashy red Porsche overtook several cars on one of Jakarta's longest roads, Jl. TB Simatupang.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
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3 x 12 Flood victims complain of aid suspicions JP/5/FLOOD 2 x 26 Floods continue to spread in Sumatra and Kalimantan JP/5/5Flat 2 x 27 Minister wants more low-cost housing in industrial zones JP/5/Calon 2 x 30 Bantul court acquits defendant of charges in DPD support scam
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Civil resistance
Civil resistance against GAM rebels From Media Indonesia At least eight people including a high school student have allegedly again been taken hostage by the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) amid the apparent government's attempt to release RCTI cameraman Fery Santoro and possibly hundreds of others. GAM's move has apparently shown its lack of good will to set free all hostages and rendered its promises meaningless.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
House to prioritize bills related to democracy, justice
House to prioritize bills related to democracy, justice Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Many of the bills relating to efforts to develop a more democratic political system and a strong judicial system will be put on top of the House of Representatives (DPR)'s legislative agenda, legislators say. House Legislative Body (Baleg) deputy chairwoman Dwi Ria Latifa said over the weekend that lawmakers had made a priority list to enable them to come up with quality laws.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
IBRA finalizes property sale program
IBRA finalizes property sale program The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) is expected to announce on Monday the winning bidders in its last property asset sale program. "After an evaluation process, IBRA will announce the winning bidders on Jan. 26, 2004," agency spokesman Rohan Hafas said over the weekend. Some 1,618 property units have been on offer since early this month.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
A guide to the 2004 elections
A guide to the 2004 elections International Crisis Group (ICG), Jakarta Indonesia faces at least two and probably three national elections in 2004, including a presidential vote, but they are unlikely to bring fundamental change. Citizens are increasingly disillusioned with the half-decade of democracy and "money politics" they have experienced since the collapse of Soeharto's authoritarian New Order.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
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;JP; ANPAc..r.. Apartments-business-grow checked EJK Business getting better as economy shows its strength Debbie A. Lubis Contributor Jakarta As the country's economy begins to show signs of recovery and the security situation has improved, more and more businesspeople and expatriates are coming to Jakarta, making the serviced- apartments business a lucrative venture. Major serviced apartments, particularly in Jakarta, reported an occupancy rate of between 80 percent to 100 percent in 2003.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia a lucrative market for expensive cars
Indonesia a lucrative market for expensive cars Burhanuddin Abe, Contributor, Jakarta The number of luxury cars in Indonesia, like in many developing countries, is still comparatively small. However, it is not the quantity that matters here, for luxury cars and their owners are a highly exclusive and elitist group. The exorbitant prices are the least of their worries, as owning a luxury car is a true reflection of their prestige, achievement and status in society.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Monday, January 26, 2004
TV Program: Monday, January 26, 2004 TVRI .TB.30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:00 Entertainment News: Selebrita 8:00 Music: Sik Asik 9:00 Entertainment News 10:00 TV Drama: Kabayan 12:00 p.m. Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:30 Jakarta Jakarta 1:00 News: Berita Siang 2:30 English News Service 4:00 News 5:30 News: Info Pemilu 7:00 News: Berita Nasional 9:00 News: Dunia Dalam Berita 9:30 Traditional Comedy Srimulat 10:30 Talk Show: Mimbar Indonesia 11:30 Judge Bao 12:30 News TPI 6:00 a.m.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Another 89 GAM prisoners exiled to Javanese jails
Another 89 GAM prisoners exiled to Javanese jails Slamet Susanto and Teuku Agam Muzakir, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta/Lhokseumawe Eighty-nine convicted Free Aceh Movement (GAM) members arrived in Yogyakarta on Sunday from their home province in the second such transfer to prisons on the country's main island of Java.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Saving Betawi culture
Saving Betawi culture From Warta Kota Jakarta's native Betawi culture is part of the national culture. As the provincial culture, it covers the local custom and language as well as traditional arts that have high tourism and educational values. In this era of globalization and cultural penetration by foreign influences, the development of Betawi culture in Jakarta's pluralistic society is under threat.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
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;JP;ANR; ANPAk..r.. discourse-IFJ JP/3/DISCOURSE Each day Fery is held assaults press freedom Negotiations on the release of hostages being held by the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), including RCTI television cameraman Fery Santoro, are still ongoing. On Jan. 16 the Press Council and several media organizations issued a petition to urge the release of Fery and other hostages.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
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checked by Rich ;JP; ANPAc..r.. Cars-brand-image JP/ / Branding of luxury cars should be treated with great care Agus W. Soehadi Contributor Jakarta On one busy afternoon a flashy red Porsche overtook several cars on one of Jakarta's longest roads, Jl. TB Simatupang.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
PDI-P denies early campaigning
PDI-P denies early campaigning The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Chairman of the Bekasi chapter of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), Mochtar Mohamad, denied on Friday that the party had carried out a disguised campaign in the recent fanfare visit of party member Taufik Kiemas to the neighborhood surrounding Bantar Gebang dump.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Green-togged terror victims named suspects
Green-togged terror victims named suspects The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Tangerang/Depok Ciputat Police named two women who had previously filed reports to the police on the mysterious half-man, half-beast kolor hijau (green underwear) rapist as suspects for making false statements that could cause public disquiet. "Saripah has been a suspect since yesterday and Rosadah was declared a suspect today. They both made false reports that could cause public disquiet.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police nab suspected molester
Police nab suspected molester BOGOR: West Bogor police arrested on Friday a 25-year-old man who allegedly molested a teenager. Chief of detectives First Insp. Luki said the 13-year-old victim lived next door to the suspect, identified as Iwan, in a neighborhood in Gunung Batu subdistrict. The police said the suspect had admitted that he took the victim to his house on Thursday at about 8 p.m. to baby-sit his four-year-old daughter. The girl stayed overnight at his house.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
De Porras goal earns Persija win
De Porras goal earns Persija win Zakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Argentine striker Emmanuel De Porras salvaged Persija's pride with the game's only goal late in the second half as the Jakarta club beat PSM Makassar 1-0 in their Indonesian soccer league fixture at the Lebak Bulus stadium here on Sunday. This latest victory means Persija has not been beaten in four matches and stays in third place with 12 points, equal to Persib.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Emergency status for Papua denied
Emergency status for Papua denied YOGYAKARTA: The government said it has no plan to raise a civil emergency status on Papua, despite constant security problems in the country's easternmost province. Coordinating Minister for Political and Security Affairs Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said on Saturday that any plan to declare civil emergency status for Papua needed to be considered thoroughly.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI haj pilgrims lack knowledge
RI haj pilgrims lack knowledge JAKARTA: Many Indonesian haj pilgrims have violated Islamic rules of behavior during their pilgrimage because of their lack of knowledge, the Haj Media Center (MCH) at the Ministry of Religious Affairs said on Saturday. Unacceptable behaviors include taking a bath at the haj terminal of King Abdul Azis airport and showing aurat, or forbidden parts of the body, while showering at wudhu purification areas, even though the airport has bathrooms.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta told to clean up Bantar Gebang
Jakarta told to clean up Bantar Gebang Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A Bekasi City Council special committee called on the Jakarta administration on Sunday to make good the environmental damage that had been caused by its dumping of 6,000 tons of waste per day at the Bantar Gebang dump since 1986.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bantul court acquits defendant of charges in DPD support scam
Bantul court acquits defendant of charges in DPD support scam Slamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta The Bantul District Court acquitted on Friday Juventius Untung Sudarmo, who had been charged with forging documents in his run for the Yogyakarta Regional Representative Council (DPD). The defendant had been accused of forging 15 identity cards of local residents to support his candidacy for the DPD.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Seven injured in toll road accident
Seven injured in toll road accident The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Seven people were severely wounded when an intercity bus, from the firm of Luragung Jaya, lost control and flipped over on the Cikampek toll road in Cikarang, Bekasi, on Sunday at 7:40 a.m. No other vehicles were involved. An official of the toll road operator's Accident and Information Center said the accident was caused by the driver's recklessness. The driver himself is currently on the run.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bird flu should not impact RI tourism
Bird flu should not impact RI tourism P.C. Naommy, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The current outbreak of bird flu disease in a number of Asian countries should not have a significant impact on the Indonesian tourism sector as long as the government takes measures to prevent the disease from becoming rampant in this country, according to tourism experts.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Money launderers may be driving stocks to correction
Money launderers may be driving stocks to correction Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After enjoying a strong rally through the first three weeks of the year, the Jakarta Stock Composite Index is predicted to run out of steam this week as many bluechip shares are already considered overvalued.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Hasty conclusions
Hasty conclusions Indonesia, as a large, nascent democratic country, is facing a series of elections this year. The legislative election with some 16,000 candidates to choose from will take place on April 5. Those who are elected will become members of the House of Representatives (DPR), the national legislature, and of a new body (the DPD) that could be dubbed an embryo senate. Also to be elected at the same time will be legislative members for the provinces and regencies.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bumi to increase coal output by 14%
Bumi to increase coal output by 14% Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Publicly listed PT Bumi Resources, the country's largest coal producer, said over the weekend that it had set a target of increased coal output at around 14 percent this year, taking advantage of a rise in global coal prices. Bumi finance director Eddie J. Soebari told The Jakarta Post that the company was planning to produce around 44.6 million tons, up from 39 million tons last year.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Busway, let's wait and see
Busway, let's wait and see From reading the letter titled On the busway in The Jakarta Post on Jan. 20 by Gandhi Sukardi, and its closing comment that "traffic jams still occur -- although they are not as serious as before the advent of the busway", it is obvious that the author is not living in the world of reality. Since the busway began, rush-hour traffic jams have been positively apocalyptic. Some of the worst ever.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Tempo' credibility stands firm amid libel suits
'Tempo' credibility stands firm amid libel suits M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Former Press Council chairman Atmakusumah said the Tempo media group did not lose credibility despite the numerous lawsuits filed against it. Instead, he said, the suits showed that the group had carried out its social control properly.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
[b]Graft and
Graft and tax collection From Koran Tempo I agree with Taufiequrachman, chairman of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), who has called on the Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) to issue a ruling that corruption is forbidden according to Islam. While it is true that such a ruling by MUI would help efforts to eradicate corruption, it means little in law enforcement. In fact, our legislation needs an overhaul. Take, for example, the taxation regulations.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Busway bus hits Swiss national
Busway bus hits Swiss national JAKARTA: The controversial TransJakarta Busway corridor has again exacted a toll, following a collision with a motorcycle earlier this month during the first day of the free tryout period. A bus heading toward Kota, West Jakarta, hit a Toyota Soluna sedan as the latter was crossing the marked corridor to negotiate the Hotel Indonesia traffic circle, Central Jakarta, at about 9 a.m. on Saturday.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Busway and traffic congestion
Busway and traffic congestion From Media Indonesia For the new Blok M to Kota Trans-Jakarta Busway system, the city administration has stipulated that the ban on private cars carrying fewer than three passengers now covers more streets and is effective for longer hours. With this new stipulation, the ban is now also in effect along Gajah Mada and Hayam Wuruk streets between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. and between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Infotech Center built in Mataram
Infotech Center built in Mataram MATARAM, West Java: The West Nusa Tenggara branch of the Indonesian Women's Coalition for Democracy and Justice has built a People's Information Technology Center (Infotech Center) in Mataram. "The deputy governor is scheduled to open the center on Monday," coalition secretary Beauty Erawati said here on Saturday. She said that the center was built through cooperation between the coalition and the giant U.S. computer software company, Microsoft.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt gives up on corruptor's wealth
Govt gives up on corruptor's wealth Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Months of hunting for assets of the late Hendra Rahardja, former Indonesian banker and business magnate convicted of corruption, have ended in disappointment as virtually all of his wealth has been sold, a Cabinet minister has said.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Shops deserted after 'Imlek'
Shops deserted after 'Imlek' JAMBI: Shops and markets in Jambi were relatively deserted on Saturday, two days after Imlek (Chinese New Year), because the shop owners were still celebrating. Some still opened their shops, though, but only for half a day. Ethnic Chinese celebrated the holiday by visiting their families and relatives in town.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt confirms bird flu after long cover-up
Govt confirms bird flu after long cover-up Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After keeping the bird flu from the public since September, allegedly due to pressure from several well-connected poultry businessmen, the government finally confirmed on Sunday the avian influenza, or bird flu, outbreak in the country. Director General for the Development of Animal Husbandry Sofjan Sudardjat at the Ministry of Agriculture said the disease was first spotted on Aug.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Balinese celebrate 'Kuningan'
Balinese celebrate 'Kuningan' DENPASAR, Bali: Hindus in Bali commemorated Kuningan on Saturday, when they celebrated the victory of Dharma (bringer of Good Deeds) against Adharma (bringer of Bad Deeds). In the festivities Hindus presented sesajen (flowers or food offered to the gods) at pura (temples) or merajan (small temples at dwelling places). Many Hindus in Denpasar went to Sakenan Temple, a large temple some 15 kilometers south of Bali, after performing rituals at merajan.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Each day Fery is held assaults press freedom
Each day Fery is held assaults press freedom Negotiations on the release of hostages being held by the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), including RCTI television cameraman Fery Santoro, are still ongoing. On Jan. 16 the Press Council and several media organizations issued a petition to urge the release of Fery and other hostages. A seminar was hosted thereafter by RCTI and included the President of the International Federation of Journalists, Christopher Warren.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Thai calls in troops against bird flu
Thai calls in troops against bird flu Agencies, Bangkok Thailand brought in troops and prisoners on Sunday to kill millions of chickens and stop the spread of highly contagious bird flu, which has jumped to humans in Vietnam and Thailand and now spread to Indonesia. With most people fearing contamination, 400 soldiers were drafted to kill the hens in Suphan Buri province northwest of Bangkok, Deputy Agriculture Minister Newin Chidchop told reporters. A hundred prisoners were also brought in.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Flood victims complain aid suspicions
Flood victims complain aid suspicions Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan, North Sumatra Hundreds of flood victims in Bahorok claimed on Saturday that the disbursement of aid from the government had been marked by irregularities. Indra Hasyim, 41, one of the victims of the flash flood that swept through the area last year, said that the irregularities were first noticed in the list of people entitled to receive aid.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
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4 x 13 Another 89 GAM prisoners exiled to Javanese jails JP/4/KHADAFY 1 x 48 Mega to discuss Aceh, military ties with Qaddafi JP/4/priority 1 x 46 House to prioritize bills on democratization JP/4/4Inspect 1 x 31 Govt to inspect chemical plants JP/4/banggai 2 x 26 Chicken theft blamed for riot in Banggai, two killed
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
On draft tax law
On draft tax law The ministry of finance appreciates The Jakarta Post's articles on tax reform published on three consequtive days, Jan. 14, Jan. 15, and Jan. 16, and its editorial on Jan. 19, but feels that the tone and content do not accurately reflect either the process or substance under discussion. The laws reviewed are currently undergoing internal review, which includes invited comments from experts from business community and academia.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Proper cooking prevents bird flu: WHO
Proper cooking prevents bird flu: WHO Eva C. Komandjaja and Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Wash your hands before you cook any poultry product and cook it thoroughly at temperatures above 70 degrees Celsius to ensure that it is free of any bird flu virus, says the World Health Organization (WHO). Bird flu, or avian influenza, is an infectious disease in birds caused by Type A strains of the influenza virus.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Yusril bids early farewell
Yusril bids early farewell JAKARTA: Although the current Cabinet will be dissolved only after the next president takes office in October, Minister of Justice and Human Rights Yusril Ihza Mahendra has already bid farewell to his staff. "I would like to say goodbye to all of you. This may be the last time I preside over a big ceremony, as my term as a minister will end on Oct. 30 this year," Yusril said in a ceremony marking the immigration office's anniversary here on Saturday.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Galeri Buku offers good, cheap books
Galeri Buku offers good, cheap books Dewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Tucked away in the far right corner of the Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM) arts center on Jl. Cikini Raya in Central Jakarta, many people overlook the small bookstore selling both classic and new books at affordable price.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/PDS4
JP/3/PDS4 Excerpts of PDS' vision: o To uphold the five basic principals of state practice mentioned in the opening of the 1945 Constitution which includes: a. Equal opportunity for all groups to take an active role in public life based on meritocracy; b. Freedom of religion and protection for that freedom; o To ensure separation of state and religion. o To ensure all citizens are free from fear. o To ensure all citizens live decently.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bright future awaits employees after retirement
Bright future awaits employees after retirement Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta All workers, whether in the formal or informal sectors, will receive a monthly pension upon retirement, according to the national social security system (NSSS) bill, provided that they have been participating in the national social security program for at least 15 years.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Telkom targets 1.2 million Telkom Flexi customers this year
Telkom targets 1.2 million Telkom Flexi customers this year The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned telecommunications company PT Telkom is targeting some 1.2 million new customers this year for its newly-launched cellular phone service called Telkom Flexi. Telkom director for business development Garuda Sugardo was quoted by Antara over the weekend as saying that demand for the new service had been very strong.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Golf boosts Singapore relation with KL
Golf boosts Singapore relation with KL Agence France-Presse, Singapore Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Singapore's Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong and their key officials played a round of golf here on Sunday seen as another sign of warming bilateral ties. Despite a slight drizzle, Badawi teamed up with Goh to beat the pairing of Singapore's Foreign Minister S. Jayakumar and his Malaysian counterpart Syed Hamid Albar at the Sentosa golf course. "We had a good round of golf.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Fewer Australian tourists visit Bali
Fewer Australian tourists visit Bali DENPASAR, Bali: The number of Australian holidaymakers that visited the island resort of Bali last year dropped 27 percent compared to that in the previous year, a local tourist official said here on Saturday. Chief of the provincial tourism office I Gde Pitana said the number of Australian tourists who visited Bali last year dropped to 183,000 from 232,410 in 2002.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Is DHL computerized?
Is DHL computerized? My replacement Visa card was sent during the second half of December from the UK to my Jakarta address. As I had not yet received the card by Jan. 16, I phoned my bank in the UK to ask about it. They told me the card was on its way back because DHL Jakarta could neither find the delivery address nor get in touch with us. This, alas, even though DHL had of course been given our address -- with a 24-hour notice -- and a few phone numbers where we could be reached.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Robbers steal truck, 27 tons of paper
Robbers steal truck, 27 tons of paper BEKASI: A gang of robbers allegedly stole a truck loaded with 27.7 tons of raw paper early on Sunday when the truck driver, Sumiaji, was dozing at a rest area along the Cikampek toll road in Bekasi. Sumiaji told Bekasi Police that the toll road was very quiet at around 1 a.m. on Sunday. Sumiaji and his assistant were sleeping when suddenly a gang of unidentified men approached them and threatened to kill them.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Traffic jams at night now normal'
'Traffic jams at night now normal' Starting on Monday, the police will begin enforcing the extended three-in-one traffic policy, with offenders facing sentences of up to a month in jail and a fine of Rp 1 million (US$119). The city administration enacted the new policy to clear the way for the Trans-Jakarta busway, which will begin full operation on Feb. 1.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Senyap', a search for meaning in silence
'Senyap', a search for meaning in silence Ivy Susanti, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Rows of headstones sit peacefully as cottony clouds rush restlessly by over a graveyard somewhere on Madura island in eastern Java, racing with the sun to finish the day's business before darkness descends. The peak of Mount Bromo in East Java, trees and hills, and the Arq-e-Bam citadel in Iran stand naked against the blue skyscape, proud to serve a celestial function as mediators between the sky and earth.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Home sweet home, another theme to lure tenants
Home sweet home, another theme to lure tenants Sudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta High-rise serviced apartments in town show their concern for family tenants by providing them facilities tailored to their specific needs, such as the need for entertainment and fun, leisure, socializing, learning and keeping fit. "Home sweet home" has become the theme of the country's serviced apartments.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Bill guarantees workers to get pension 2
* Headlines: Bill guarantees workers to get pension 2 * National: Another 89 GAM prisoners moved to Java 4 * Archipelago: Floods spread in Sumatra and Kalimantan 5 * Opinion: A guide to the 2004 general elections 7 * City: Jakarta told to clean up Bantar Gebang dump 8 * Sports: Mickelson keeps lead at Bob Hope Classic 9 * World: Thai farmers hard hit by bird flu 11 * Business: China unlikely to float currency soon 15 * Features: Beware of Internet plagiarism 17
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Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Floods continue to spread in Sumatra and Kalimantan
Floods continue to spread in Sumatra and Kalimantan The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Floods spread again across the archipelago on Saturday, after heavy rain pounded the area the day before. Flood hit the industrial island of Batam, Jambi province, and the South Kalimantan capital of Banjarmasin, but no fatalities were reported. In Batam, heavy rain had fallen in the area since Thursday, which caused flooding in the streets and in some homes. Water inundated Jl.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Asia, Latin America seek increased investment and trade relations
Asia, Latin America seek increased investment and trade relations Cecil Morella, Agence France-Presse, Manila Foreign ministers and senior officials of 32 Asian and Latin American countries will meet in the Philippines later this week to improve ties between the mainly developing economies of the two regions. The Jan.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian courts create unemployment.
Indonesian courts create unemployment. Sebastiaan Pompe, IMF Resident Legal Advisor, Jakarta It is accepted theory that reliable law enforcement and legal certainty are critical for investment recovery. This has been a mantra of international donor organizations for almost a decade.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Minister wants more low-cost housing in industrial zones
Minister wants more low-cost housing in industrial zones Ridwan Max Sidjabat, The Jakarta Post, Bekasi, West Java Manpower and Transmigration Minister Jacob Nuwa Wea inaugurated over the weekend two blocks of affordable apartments for low- income workers in Jababeka industrial zone, Cikarang, Bekasi, West Java. The four-story blocks were built by state-owned PT Jamsostek on a 7,400-square-meter site at a cost of Rp 12 billion (around US$1.5 million).
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Christian party offer hope to minority voters
Christian party offer hope to minority voters Rais Hidayat, Research and Development Unit, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Prosperous Peace Party (PDS) is special because it is the only party representing the Protestant and Catholic minorities, which passed the selection by the General Election Commission (KPU).
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
o To uphold the five basic principals of state practice
o To uphold the five basic principals of state practice mentioned in the opening of the 1945 Constitution: a. Equal opportunity for all groups to take an active role in public life based on meritocracy; b. Freedom of religion and protection for that freedom; o To ensure separation of state and religion. o To ensure all citizens are free from fear. o To ensure all citizens can earn a decent living. o To make education free until graduation from senior high school. o To eliminate corruption.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Megawati signs labor court law
Megawati signs labor court law JAKARTA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri has signed Law No. 2/2004 on the settlement of labor disputes, which replaces Law. No. 22/1957. Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea said the President signed the law on Thursday, but that it would only take effect in January 2005. "The current system of labor dispute settlement remains effective while the government familiarizes everyone with the new law over the next one year," he said.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mega to discuss Aceh, military ties with Qaddafi
Mega to discuss Aceh, military ties with Qaddafi Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri will discuss the Aceh question and military cooperation with Libyan President Moammar Qaddafi when the latter pays a state visit to Indonesia in late February, a Cabinet minister says. Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said on Saturday that the visit would be a return visit as Megawati visited Tripoli in September last year.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI expectations high for BG Lee
RI expectations high for BG Lee Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian government has expressed hopes that the visit of Singaporean Deputy Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Monday will result in an improved understanding on the part of the city state about the rapid changes that have taken place in various fields here since the fall of the New Order in 1998.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Minister complains over quota
Minister complains over quota JAKARTA: State Minister for Women's Empowerment Sri Redjeki Sumaryoto expressed her disappointment with political parties for failing to nominate enough women to the upper ranks of their candidacy list. Redjeki said this revealed that the country still had a lot to do in resolving women's issues, particularly in politics, despite the Elections Law quota that requires that women make up 30 percent of legislative candidates.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Chicken theft blamed for riot in Banggai, two killed
Chicken theft blamed for riot in Banggai, two killed Irvan NR, The Jakarta Post, Palu, Central Sulawesi At least two persons were killed, eight suffered stab wounds and 39 homes were burned down during a riot that erupted in Banggai regency, Central Sulawesi, following the alleged theft of a chicken, police and witnesses said on Sunday. Hundreds of local residents fled their homes to the nearby jungle and other places of safety following the disturbances on Saturday.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Business getting better as economy shows its strength
Business getting better as economy shows its strength Debbie A. Lubis, Contributor, Jakarta As the country's economy begins to show signs of recovery and the security situation has improved, more and more businesspeople and expatriates are coming to Jakarta, making the serviced- apartments business a lucrative venture. Major serviced apartments, particularly in Jakarta, reported an occupancy rate of between 80 percent to 100 percent in 2003.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Singapore's trade data disclosure disappoints RI
Singapore's trade data disclosure disappoints RI Deutsche Presse-Agentur, Jakarta Singapore's unprecedented disclosure last week of trade data with Indonesia has failed to shed light on the two countries' commerce in smuggled goods, officials said on Sunday. Singapore on Jan.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Thai farmers angry at government for covering up bird flu crisis
Thai farmers angry at government for covering up bird flu crisis Tipayawan Kwankhauw, Agence France-Press, Suphan Buri, Thailand Angry and emotional as they watched their chickens buried alive in giant pits, Thai farmers accused the government of destroying their livelihoods by covering up the bird flu crisis.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. S'PORE: 28 PT, 3 cols, 1 x 30
1. S'PORE: 28 PT, 3 cols, 1 x 30 RI expectations high for BG Lee 2. BANGKOK: 48 pt, 5 cols, 1 x 30 Thai calls in troops against bird flu 3. LONDON: 28 pt, 2 cols, 3 x 18 Courts seen chipping away at anti-terror powers 4. PDS: 30 pt, 5 cols, 1 x 48 Professional Christians offer hope to minority voters
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Study group focusing on ASEAN ties with India
Study group focusing on ASEAN ties with India A new study group focusing on the growing relationship between the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and India has been formed by Singapore's premier think tank, organizers said on Saturday. The initial focus will be on economic issues, with the scope expanding later to political matters and security cooperation, according to the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Luxurious lives of councillors
Luxurious lives of councillors From Koran Tempo The 2004 budget for the Surabaya City Council is Rp 32.42 billion, Tempo Interaktif reported on Jan. 13. This large sum includes Rp 1.8 billion for miscellaneous expenses and Rp 4.2 billion for "special allowances". These two budget items, which are not transparent, are lumped in with the routine expenditures and councillors' allowances, which total Rp 29.783 billion.
Mon, 26 Jan 2004, 00:00 WIB
Anticorruption body calls for probe into ballot box tender
Anticorruption body calls for probe into ballot box tender Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Anticorruption Commission (KPK) called on the police and the Attorney General's Office on Saturday to probe possible collusion in the controversial Rp 311 billion ballot box tender. "We advocate legal action against any possible collusion and corruption involved in the ballot box tender," KPK member Erry Riyana Hardjapamekas said.