Archive: 16 February 2004
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Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Parties urged to teleconference
Parties urged to teleconference INDRALAYA, South Sumatra: The chairman of the University Rector Assembly, Radi A. Gany, said on Sunday political parties could more effectively campaign for the upcoming elections is they employed video teleconferencing. By using this technology, campaign stops could be conducted simultaneously at several different locations, he said.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Airlines companies keep prices low to survive
Airlines companies keep prices low to survive P.C. Naommy,The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The country's airline companies have been cutting fares to record lows to survive amid fiercer competition, in what one analyst described as a price war that would eventually hurt the overall industry. But airline operators dismissed such a bleak projection, as they expect air fares to increase in the high season in the second half of the year.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Monday, February 16, 2004
TV Program: Monday, February 16, 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, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt to build more overpasses
Govt to build more overpasses TANGERANG: Tangerang regent Ismet Iskandar said his office will soon construct overpasses in Ciputat and Balaraja to ease heavy traffic, and that Rp 29 billion (US$3.4 million) from the regental budget had been earmarked for the project. "We will also have additional funds from investors and Banten province ... part of the budget can be used to restore schools and for health services," he said as quoted by Tempo News Room.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
KPU bans mass gatherings before campaign season
KPU bans mass gatherings before campaign season Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After a prolonged deliberation the General Elections Commission (KPU) has issued a clarification of a law that bans political parties and their candidates from early campaining before the official start date of March 11. The guidelines were issued to clarify Law No. 12/2003 on the general elections. The law carries a maximum penalty of three months imprisonment and/or a Rp 1 million (US$120) fine.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
2,000 residents leave Nabire
2,000 residents leave Nabire JAYAPURA, Papua: At least 2,000 residents of quake-hit Nabire have left the town to find more suitable shelter elsewhere in Papua or outside the province, according to witnesses. Many residents have left Nabire because of continuing aftershocks and also because of the threat of disease. "Living in tents leaves people vulnerable to disease. Also, there are still aftershocks, so we decided to leave Nabire," said Wirda Fakaubun, a local resident, on Saturday.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia, RI should join in tackling wood theft
Malaysia, RI should join in tackling wood theft Julian Newman and Hapsoro, Jakarta You could be forgiven for never having heard of ramin. This blond tropical timber is only found in the swamp forests of Indonesia and Malaysia, and as its use is limited to a relatively small number of products, such as picture frames and pool cues, it is nowhere near as well known as more familiar timbers like teak and mahogany.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Dengue cases in Jakarta increase by over 200%
Dengue cases in Jakarta increase by over 200% Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta At least 16 people have died and 2,046 others have fallen sick from dengue fever since the beginning of this year, according to the Jakarta Health Agency, which warned that the number of dengue fever cases was three times higher compared to the same period last year. Agency head Abdul Chalik Masulili said that last year only four people died of dengue fever over the same period.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. AIR TICKET: 48 pt, 4 cols, 2 x 24
1. AIR TICKET: 48 pt, 4 cols, 2 x 24 Airline companies keep prices low to survive 2. MALAYSIA: 32 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 22 Row grows over Malaysia nuclear weapon link claim 3. PNI: 30 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 27 Another of Sukarno's daughters joins the campaign trail
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Muhammadiyah defends its support for Amien
Muhammadiyah defends its support for Amien A. Junaidi, The Jakarta Post,Jakarta In face of fierce criticism from many sides, Muhammadiyah, the country's second largest Muslim organization, has defended its endorsement to National Mandate Party (PAN) Chairman Amien Rais in the upcoming presidential election for what it called as strong commitment to reform and fight against corruption.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
New York Court rules in favor of Asia Pulp and Paper
New York Court rules in favor of Asia Pulp and Paper Leony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The New York Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Asia Pulp and Paper Company (APP), denying a motion by its United States creditors aimed at supporting a previous ruling on collateral rights and halting the current litigation process in Indonesia. Judge Helen Freedman said in the final disposition signed on Feb. 5, that APP had already disclosed that any judgment obtained by creditors from a U.S.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tanah Abang collapse victim buried
Tanah Abang collapse victim buried JAKARTA: Iwan, who was killed in the collapse of a wall in Blok A of the Tanah Abang textile market on Saturday, was buried in Brebes, Central Java, on Sunday. Two other construction workers who were injured in the incident remained at the city-run Tarakan Hospital in Central Jakarta. One of the workers, Dapan, is being treated for a concussion, while the other, Rasan, is hospitalized with a skull fracture.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Deadlock over price delays ballot printing
Deadlock over price delays ballot printing Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The General Elections Commission (KPU) and the ballot printing consortium failed on Saturday to reach an agreement on the price of the contract, threatening preparations for the general elections, which are now just 49 days away. The KPU has rescheduled the start of the ballot printing to Feb. 16, but the tender consortium warned the job might only commence on Feb.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt to build more overpasses
Govt to build more overpasses TANGERANG: Tangerang regent Ismet Iskandar said his office will soon construct overpasses in Ciputat and Balaraja to ease heavy traffic, and that Rp 29 billion (US$3.4 million) from the regental budget had been earmarked for the project. "We will also have additional funds from investors and Banten province ... part of the budget can be used to restore schools and for health services," he said as quoted by Tempo News Room.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
House refuse to revise presidency bill alone
House refuse to revise presidency bill alone Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives (DPR) will not succumb to pressure from the government for it to revise the bill on presidency, a senior lawmaker says. "The President should just assign a minister as soon as possible to start the deliberation and explain the government's objection during the debate," the House's Legislation Body (Baleg) chairman Zain Badjeber told The Jakarta Post on Sunday.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Parties told to stay committed to reform
Parties told to stay committed to reform Slamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta As rivalry is intensifying ahead of the elections, political groups need to uphold ethics as their reference, otherwise the country will fall into disintegration, a group of national figures has said. The group purported this view in a joint communique they signed after a discussion here on Saturday.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pertamina sees huge profit from Pertamax, Pertamax Plus
Pertamina sees huge profit from Pertamax, Pertamax Plus The Jakarta Post Jakarta State-owned oil and gas company PT Pertamina expects huge profits from its special Pertamax and Pertamax Plus fuel products as demand rises. "The prospects are quite good, and looking ahead we want (these products) to become the backbone of Pertamina's revenue," said company spokesman Hanung Budya on Saturday. He said that when Pertamax was first introduced in 2002, demand was only about 300 kiloliters per day.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
600 U.S. troops arrive in RP
600 U.S. troops arrive in RP PHILIPPINES: Six hundred U.S. troops arrived at the former American naval base at Subic Bay in the Philippines on Sunday to take part in joint military exercises, the Philippine military said. The group is an advance party for the force of 2,500 U.S. troops who will take part in the training exercises with some 2,300 Filipino soldiers until March 7, said Brig. Gen. Rafael Romero. The troops belong to the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Force based in Okinawa, Japan.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
President gives award to puppeteer
President gives award to puppeteer SOLO, Central Java : A senior puppeteer from Wonogiri, Central Java, Ki Warsino Guno Sukasno, received the Satya Lencana Kebudayaan medal from President Megawati Soekarnoputri on Saturday for his unceasing dedication to puppetry. Ki Warsono, the only Surakarta-style puppeteer still alive, has taught many younger puppeteers his techniques. His students include the famous Ki Manteb Sudharsono, Ki Anom Suroto and Ki Jlitheng Suparman.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Religion and economic development
Religion and economic development Muhamad Ali, Lecturer, The State Islamic University (UIN) Sharif Hidayatullah, Jakarta The New York Times recently reported about two Harvard scholars who found that religion is not an impediment to economic development, after analyzing data collected in 59 countries between 1981 and 1999.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Civilians get 20 years for Papua
Civilians get 20 years for Papua Arsenal thief escapes Wamena penintiary in Papua Nethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura, Papua The Wamena District Court sentenced on Tuesday two civilians to 20 years in prison each for their roles in breaking into a military arsenal in Wamena last year and stealing rifles and ammunition. The two, among seven defendants in the case, were identified as Kimanus and Des Wenda. Iwan K.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
New currency swap scheme proposed
New currency swap scheme proposed TOKYO: Japan will propose a new currency swap framework with its Asian neighbor countries to avert a financial meltdown in the region, a daily said on Saturday. Japan plans to make the proposal in May, when finance ministers of the Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as China and South Korea meet, the Asahi Shimbun said.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Asian badminton teams to battle for spots in Thomas, Uber cups
Asian badminton teams to battle for spots in Thomas, Uber cups Agence France-Presse Kuala Lumpur The Asian zone qualifiers for the Thomas and Uber cups get underway Monday at the Kuala Lumpur Badminton Association with five places for the Thomas Cup and four spots for the Uber Cup up for grabs. The best of Asia will be on parade to fight for a place in the inter-team event which is widely acclaimed as the world championships.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Woman detained for shoplifting
Woman detained for shoplifting TANGERANG: Security guards at Hero supermarket in Cilegon, Banten, caught a woman on Thursday who had hidden various merchandise inside her handbag, including a 800-gram packet of instant milk. The security guards also found 17 bottles of baby oil, 24 medium-sized deodorant sticks, four bottles of body lotion, five packs of face cream, and six cartons of tonic Irex inside the bulky bag.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Religious harmony law
Religious harmony law From Koran Tempo Indonesia's pluralistic society badly needs a law on religious harmony because the existing rules on coexistence among religious groups impose no penalties, which has led to serious communal conflicts. The regulations governing this aspect of national life are still in the form of decrees from the Minister of Religious Affairs and joint decrees from the Minister of Religious Affairs and the Minister of Home Affairs.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pertamina sees huge profit from Pertamax, Pertamax Plus
Pertamina sees huge profit from Pertamax, Pertamax Plus The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned oil and gas company PT Pertamina expects huge profits from its special Pertamax and Pertamax Plus fuel products as demand rises. "The prospects are quite good, and looking ahead we want (these products) to become the backbone of Pertamina's revenue," said company spokesman Hanung Budya on Saturday. He said that when Pertamax was first introduced in 2002, demand was only about 300 kiloliters per day.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Frans Surdiasis, Research and Development Unit,
Frans Surdiasis, Research and Development Unit, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Three daughters of the country's founding father, Sukarno, have now entered the political arena. The victory of Megawati Soekarnoputri and her party in the 1999 elections, and subsequent criticism of her presidency, has inspired her sisters to seek a voice in politics. Megawati's youngest sister, Diah Mutiara Sukmawati Soekarnoputri, now leads the Marhaenisme Indonesian National Party (PNI Marhaenisme).
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
City to have new int'l school
City to have new int'l school Dewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakartans are soon to have another option for their children's education, with the Singapore International School to open in North Jakarta in July. A member of the school's board, Osman Aman, said on Saturday that a number of parents had already expressed interest in the school. "Many people, particularly in North Jakarta, are interested in enrolling their children... There's a high demand," he told The Jakarta Post.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Concert costly and brief but Mariah still charms
Concert costly and brief but Mariah still charms Hera Diani , The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The poor had the last laugh on Sunday as pop diva Mariah Carey wrapped up her concert here in only one hour, leaving dozens of fans who had paid up to Rp 1.7 million (US$212) for tickets -- almost three times the capital's minimum wage -- disappointed. Other ticket prices were between Rp 500,000 and Rp 1.35 million.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian stocks seen moving slightly higher this week
Indonesian stocks seen moving slightly higher this week Agence France-Presse Jakarta Indonesia's stock market is expected to continue its rise this week after climbing 1.87 percent in the past week, an analyst said on Friday. "For this week, we anticipate the market to go up slightly due to attractive prices of some blue chip stocks," said BNI Securities analyst Norico Gaman.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
3-in-1 exemption for diplomats?
3-in-1 exemption for diplomats? From Koran Tempo For the time being, foreign diplomats are not subject to the 3-in-1 traffic rule, according to Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso. This, I think, is outrageous. Based on the Vienna Convention, reciprocally diplomats have legal immunity, covering tax exemption and other privileges. But they, like our diplomats abroad, should respect local laws. It means that the immunity is not unlimited freedom.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Three-in-one bothersome
Three-in-one bothersome From Bisnis Indonesia The Jakarta city administration is now enforcing its three-in- one policy that requires that a car must carry a minimum of three passengers to be able to pass certain streets during certain hours in the morning and afternoon. Regarding this policy, I have had a bothersome experience traveling in Jakarta. It is understood that the slow lane in the street going from Jl. Gatot Subroto towards Jl. Jend.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Terms of reference for ethnic Chinese
Terms of reference for ethnic Chinese From Media Indonesia Suhento Liaw's recent article published in Media Indonesia on the terms of reference for the ethnic Chinese in Indonesia is nothing new, as the controversy emerged as far back as the 1920s. One of the books on ethnic Chinese affairs, written by Yunus Yahya (The Diary of an Indonesian Citizen), is relevant here.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cimone closure worsens traffic
Cimone closure worsens traffic TANGERANG: The closure of Cimone bus terminal has worsened traffic in Tangerang with public minivan drivers now picking up passengers on crossroads instead of at the new Poris Plawad bus terminal, Antara reported on Saturday. The angkot (minivans) were seen queueing around the crossroads of Jl. Teuku Umar and Jl. Imam Bonjol, and of Jl. Proklamasi and Jl. Beringin to wait for passengers.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta still far from a city of fashion
Jakarta still far from a city of fashion T. Sima Gunawan Contributor Jakarta Fashion is Paris, New York and Milan. These are the three cities people all over the world refer to when they talk about the hottest new clothes. What about Jakarta? "No way," you might say. But why not? Jakarta has many talented fashion designers and Indonesia is rich in culture that could become a never-ending source of inspiration.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Media, parties agree to promote peaceful poll
Media, parties agree to promote peaceful poll Andi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, Makassar, South Sulawesi Representatives of the media and political parties in South Sulawesi province agreed on Saturday that they would help spurn violence in the upcoming elections. The agreement was voiced by the members of the Alliance of Independence Journalists (AJI), the Media Coalition for Free Elections, the Partnership for Governance Reform and several political parties, including the Merdeka Party.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Chess queens' revel in Indonesia tour
'Chess queens' revel in Indonesia tour Musthofid The Jakarta Post Jakarta Three top international women chess players say they are relishing their tour of Indonesia and are excited about playing in the US$12,500 Makita-Lakoni International Grand Master tournament, which starts here on Monday. The six-way tournament will begin its 10-day competition at the Graha Kita Karya building in North Jakarta, pitting the woman against three Indonesian men.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
New HP Pavilion PC designed for digital geeks
New HP Pavilion PC designed for digital geeks Zatni Arbi, Columnist zatni@cbn.net.id My wife has been a happy user of an HP Pavilion 9850 desktop computer for a couple of years. The only component that I ever had to replace was the power supply, and that was because I failed to immediately replace the battery inside the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) that I was using for this PC.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Change from within first
Change from within first From Republika Articles on Chinese-Indonesians recently published in Warta Kota daily suggest that Indonesian citizens of Chinese descent are still subject to discrimination in this country. As an example, they receive different treatment in processing documents like identity cards, birth and marriage certificates. In fact, the government from the period of BJ Habibie to the term of Abdurrahman Wahid improved the various regulations concerning Chinese-Indonesians.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Manila's peace talks with MILF postponed: Talks being brokered by
Manila's peace talks with MILF postponed: Talks being brokered by Malaysia to settle a decades-old Muslim separatist uprising in the southern Philippines have been postponed, officials said on Sunday. The exploratory talks between Philippine government negotiators and the separatist Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) on Monday and Tuesday in Kuala Lumpur have been reset to a later date, Defense Secretary Eduardo Ermita said. Officials gave differing reasons for the delay.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Exploring the fashion world at local boutiques
Exploring the fashion world at local boutiques Debbie A. Lubis Contributor Jakarta It was a cool afternoon when a couple with discerning taste, browsed around Oscar Lawalata's collection at Centro, Plaza Semanggi in Central Jakarta. After several minutes of scrutiny, the couple decided to buy a two-piece collection of that young local designer. "I always admire Oscar's chic and feminine style and I want my lady to wear this dress at our Valentine's dinner," said Ando, a young executive.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Thousands of WB cows disappear
Thousands of WB cows disappear PALU, Central Sulawesi: At least 2,000 cows, raised by farmers in Poso and Morowali regencies under a World Bank (WB) assistance program, have reportedly disappeared over three years of religious conflict since 1999, an official said on Saturday. "As of 2003, not a single cow has been found from our field survey," head of the Palu agriculture, plantation and poultry office Abdul Rauf Toramai said.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Professional standard a must: Govt
Professional standard a must: Govt JAKARTA: Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea underlined on Saturday the importance of adopting international professional standards. "We have not yet developed competence standards that should be applied at any work field," Nuwa Wea was quoted by Antara.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Akbar's acquittal spurs call for control of court
Akbar's acquittal spurs call for control of court Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta While the release of Golkar Party chairman Akbar Tandjung from corruption charges will soon become a past issue, the country badly needs a judicial commission to ensure the rule of law and a sense of justice, a former Supreme Court judge says.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Many break rules for personal reasons'
'Many break rules for personal reasons' Vice President Hamzah Haz publicly apologized for using the busway lane on his way to the office and has even vowed to stop at traffic lights despite his law-given privileges to break traffic rules. The Jakarta Post asked to some residents whether state officials really deserved such privileges. Teguh Susilo, 43, is an employee of a private company on Jl. Sudirman, Central Jakarta. He lives on Jl.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
On crooked politicians
On crooked politicians From Gatra In the period of reform no significant political change was introduced because the majority of politicians were perceivably exponents of the New Order. Even some newcomers in politics also have the vision and mission of the old regime. Worse still, New Order figures are already enjoying the gains of graft practices. For decades now they have appeared as candidates for national and regional legislative positions, even for presidency.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Hari urged to step in on Kampar case
Hari urged to step in on Kampar case Haidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau Riau Governor Rusli Zainal said on Sunday he could ask Minister of Home Affairs Hari Sabarno to intercede in the dispute between Kampar Regent Jefri Noer and thousands of teachers and students who are demanding the regent's resignation. Despite the increasingly strident demands for his resignation, Jefri is adamant that he will not step down.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Stronger market trust
Stronger market trust It is now almost seven weeks since the government has managed the economy without the direct supervision and balance-of- payments support from the International Monetary Fund; and market trust in both fiscal and monetary management has increased steadily. This positive development can be seen in the steady appreciation of the rupiah and the reduced volatility of its exchange rate.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Yudi still being treated
Yudi still being treated Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Parents of Yudi Susanto, a student of the Jakarta State University (UNJ) injured in Thursday's demonstration outside the Supreme Court building, have entrusted all matters regarding the incident, including a lawsuit against the police, to the UNJ Student Executive Body (BEM).
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Traffic In Jakarta
Traffic In Jakarta Traffic in Jakarta is characterized by heavy congestion and disorderliness. Too many vehicles are on the streets and roads today. The Jakarta administration's three-in-one policy, stipulating that on certain streets, a car must carry at least three passengers, has now been expanded and extended, so that it is enforced during rush hour -- both morning and late afternoon -- to accommodate the operation of the busway system.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Experts say busway project has failed
Experts say busway project has failed Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After a full month of the busway's operation, some transportation experts said the project was a failure because of poor planning and unfocused implementation. An urban transportation expert at the University of Indonesia, Jack Sumabrata, said on Sunday he doubted the busway would be successful because the city administration did not have a well thought out plan or a clear direction for implementing the project.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Utut sees way to victory in blindfold chess game
Utut sees way to victory in blindfold chess game Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta GM Utut Adianto of Indonesia overpowered his female counterpart, world champion GM Zhu Chen of China, in a blindfold chess exhibition here on Sunday that was a prelude to the Makita- Lakoni International Grand Master chess tournament. Utut chalked up a crushing win in each of the two games at the Graha Kita Karya building in Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt urged to fight human trafficking
Govt urged to fight human trafficking BATAM, Riau: An official from the United States, John R. Miller, has urged the Indonesian government to help fight human trafficking. Miller said there were about 800,000 cases of human trafficking worldwide per year -- 12,000 of which entered the U.S. He said the U.S. government considered the practice a form of modern slavery, which is why it has made human trafficking a priority crime that must be eradicated. Under U.S.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Megawati and NU seek 'mutual understanding'
Megawati and NU seek 'mutual understanding' Indra Harsaputra and I.D. Nugroho The Jakarta Post Malang, East Java Chairwoman of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) Megawati Soekarnoputri met on Saturday with the chairman of the largest Muslim organization, the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), and dozens of religious leaders, or kyai, in a visit she claimed was a mere reunion among friends.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Party leaders drum up support
Party leaders drum up support Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As the campaign period draws near, party leaders and presidential candidates are busy visiting the provinces apparently to drum-up support for the approaching general elections. The visits come despite new guidelines clarifying what are prohibited forms of early campaigning. On Saturday, Golkar Party Chairman Akbar Tandjung made his first political safari since the Supreme Court aquitted him from corruption charges.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/BOX
JP/3/BOX Outline of PNI Marhaenisme's platform: During 32 years of the New Order's rule all methods were undertaken to conduct de-Sukarnoisasi (a dismantling of all things related to Sukarno), which led to fertile soil for the growth of neo-capitalism. Our nation lost its dignity and has been easily dictated to by foreign countries. Our earlier self reliant nation became dependent and indebted to foreign nations.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Haj pilgrim dies on flight home
Haj pilgrim dies on flight home BANDA ACEH, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam: Hafsah binti Hasyim, a 72-year-old haj pilgrim, died of a heart attack on her flight home on Saturday. A spokesman for the haj organizer, Aiyub Ahmad, said the woman's body would be transported to her home in Lam Peudeu Tunong, Pidie regency, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam. Of the total of some 200,000 Indonesian pilgrims this year, 15 from Aceh died.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Japan will propose a new currency swap framework with its
Japan will propose a new currency swap framework with its Asian neighbor countries to avert a financial meltdown in the region, a daily said on Saturday. Japan plans to make the proposal in May, when finance ministers of the Association of the Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as well as China and South Korea meet, the Asahi Shimbun said.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Why national elections will not be democratic in Aceh
Why national elections will not be democratic in Aceh Otto Syamsuddin Ishak, Civil Society Alliance for Democracy (Yappika), Jakarta Pro-democracy activists are convinced that as a political system, democracy also serves as a mechanism capable of transforming a violent clash (war) into a peaceful conflict. This, however, is only true if people are allowed to live by democratic values, including pluralism, tolerance, transparency and negotiation.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Prevention of bird flu cheap: Breeder
Prevention of bird flu cheap: Breeder Suherdjoko, The Jakarta Post, Kendal, Central Java While hundreds of poultry farms in Indonesian have been badly affected by the bird flu virus, a farm owned by one Agus Wiryono in Boja district, Kendal regency, near Semarang, has avoided the same fate. Millions of chickens in Indonesia have been culled because of bird flu and other viruses, but not a single chicken on Agus' farm has been affected by bird flu. "The secret is very simple.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
* Headlines: Regions objects to autonomy law amendment 2
* Headlines: Regions objects to autonomy law amendment 2 * National: House to deliberate bill on presidency 4 * Archipelago: Jakarta urged to step in Kampar affair 5 * Opinion: Why elections in Aceh won't be democratic 6 * City: Busway project has failed, experts say 8 * Sports: Eagle on 18th puts Daly in front 9 * World: Kerry scores easy wins in Nevada and DC 11 * Business: NY court rules in favor of Asia Pulp and Paper 13 * Features: New Pavilion for digital geeks 17
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Tommy to testify against Sidiq
Tommy to testify against Sidiq JAKARTA: Convicted felon Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra is scheduled to testify as a witness in the trial of Islamic boarding school leader Abdullah Sidiq Muin at the Central Jakarta District Court on Monday after previously skipping the trial on seven occasions.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/ /
JP/ / Indonesia police arrest key suspect in Sulawesi cafe blast Another detained suspect, Jasmin, has told police that the attack was part of an Islamic holy war against vice. Police said Jasmin had admitted that he and Achmad had assembled the bomb and placed it under a table in the cafe, AFP reported. Four other suspects still on the wanted list. Indonesia has been hit by a series of bombings over the past two years, notably the Bali blasts in October 2002 which killed 202 people.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Regions criticize govt for autonomy amendment
Regions criticize govt for autonomy amendment Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Chairman of Regency Administrations' Association (Apkasi) Syaukani criticized on Saturday the government's decision to annul the supervisory function of regional governments over their respective budgets, saying the move would only hamper the administration of regions.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
checked EJK
checked EJK The world's fastest growing technology The Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) telecommunications system has become the fastest growing technology worldwide, thanks to its increasing number of users.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
CDMA operators start to compete GSM carriers
CDMA operators start to compete GSM carriers Rudijanto Contributor Jakarta When state-owned telecommunications company PT Telkom Tbk (Telkom) launched its first fixed wireless telephone service based on Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) technology, the TelkomFlexi, in Surabaya, Balikpapan and Denpasar in 2002, many people believed the new service would pose a deadly threat for Global Service for Mobile Communications (GSM) cellular operators.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Duping the thieves
Duping the thieves From Warta Kota With bank customers still facing robbery everyday, I would like to suggest the following measures to reduce the risks. While hiring police guards, you should also prepare two bags of the same shape and color before going to the bank. The first is empty and reserved for the money to be collected and the second is filled with banknote-like paper sheets.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Row grows over Malaysia nuclear link claim
Row grows over Malaysia nuclear link claim Agencies The Jakarta Post Kuala Lumpur Malaysian opposition parties are stepping up their pressure against Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi's leadership by raising several issues over the weekend, including charges by U.S. President George W. Bush that Malaysia was a link in the nuclear weapons black market, and a demand to release jailed former deputy prime minister Anwar Ibrahim.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Farmers demand insurance for bird flu
Farmers demand insurance for bird flu YOGYAKARTA: Poultry farmers across the country grouped under the Association of Fowl Breeders demanded on Saturday the government pay them between Rp 25 million (US$2,941) and Rp 100 million if they were to become infected with bird flu. The farmers said this insurance scheme would help give them a feeling of safety as they went about their work breeding chickens.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Withdrawing cash? Ask for police for help
Withdrawing cash? Ask for police for help Evi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakarta Police are recommending that bank customers who withdraw a large amount of money avail of a free police escort service in an effort to curb rampant robbery attempts. "It's better for customers to first contact the police for an escort before they withdraw money," said Jakarta Police spokesperson Sr. Comr. Prasetyo over the weekend. "As far as I know, the police never refuse to assist the public.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police to get Rp 15b for election
Police to get Rp 15b for election SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: The East Kalimantan administration has approved a request by the East Kalimantan Police for Rp 15 billion to help them guard the upcoming election in the province. "The request has been approved and the money will be immediately disbursed," said Syaiful Teteng, secretary to the East Kalimantan administration.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bombing suspect arrested S. Sulawesi
Bombing suspect arrested S. Sulawesi MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: South Sulawesi Police have arrested another suspect in last month's deadly bombing at the Sampoddo Cafe Indah in town of Palopo. Police identified the suspect as Achmad, who they said played a role in planning the bombing. He was arrested on Saturday in Palu, the capital of South Sulawesi. He was the sixth suspect in the bombing to be arrested.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Public toilets invaluable to locals
Public toilets invaluable to locals Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Tangerang Some 1,500 Cerewed villagers in a slum area of Cikupa district, Tangerang regency, likely never could have imagined that a public bathroom would be so invaluable, not only a place with sanitary toilets, but a source of free cooking gas and inexpensive water. A bit of nifty intermediate technology in the septic tanks can pipe the naturally occurring methane gas directly to neighborhood kitchens.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Outline of PNI Marhaenisme's platform:
Outline of PNI Marhaenisme's platform: During 32 years of the New Order's rule all methods were undertaken to conduct de-Sukarnoisasi (a dismantling of all things related to Sukarno), which led to fertile soil for the growth of neo-capitalism. Our nation lost its dignity and has been easily dictated to by foreign countries. Our earlier self reliant nation became dependent and indebted to foreign nations.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. DENGUE: 2 LINES, 15 COUNTS
1. DENGUE: 2 LINES, 15 COUNTS Dengue fever cases in Jakarta triple 2. AKBAR: 2 LINES, 12 COUNTS Akbar's acquittal spurs call for control of courts 3. MARIAH: 2 LINES, 21 COUNTS Concert costly and brief but Mariah still charms 4. IBRA: 1 LINE, 32 COUNTS IBRA closure to leave huge burdens
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indian cricketers yet to smile
Indian cricketers yet to smile NEW DELHI: Indian cricketers are still gripped by security fears despite the government's go-ahead for next month's historic tour of Pakistan, reports said Sunday. Indian cricket chief Jagmohan Dalmiya assured that no player would be forced go on the Test tour, the national team's first to Pakistan since 1989. "They are not going there for war, but to play cricket.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cafes, malls packed on Valentine's Day
Cafes, malls packed on Valentine's Day MEDAN, North Sumatra: Thousands of young people in the North Sumatra capital of Medan descended on the city's cafes, malls and restaurants on Saturday to celebrate Valentine's Day. Several cafe and restaurant owners said business increased by as much as 300 percent from a normal Saturday night. Many people were turned away from fully booked restaurants and cafes.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bank Indonesia aims to improve skills of banks' staffs
Bank Indonesia aims to improve skills of banks' staffs The Jakarat Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia will require staff members at the country's banks to receive competence certification in their respective fields as part of the effort to improve the banking industry. The head of the financial system stability division at the central bank, Mulyaman Hadad, was quoted by Antara as saying on Saturday the certification requirement would also help push banks' staffs to continue to improve their expertise.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
War of information
War of information From Media Indonesia Some experts say that information control is a precondition for global domination. Wiretapping is, in fact, a method to gain information by illegal means. It is only legalized by countries in government institutions, such as intelligence agencies or its secret services. In the case of wiretapping the Indonesian Embassy by Australia, such methods incur a breach of ethics in international relations, which can certainly disturb diplomatic ties.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ramaala wins Mumbai marathon
Ramaala wins Mumbai marathon BOMBAY, India: South Africa's Hendrik Ramaala braved heat and humidity to lead an African sweep of the men's event in the Mumbai international marathon on Sunday. The 32-year-old broke away in the last 10 km of the route through the streets of Bombay to win the race comfortably in two hours 15 minutes 47 seconds. Jilus Sugut of Kenya was second in 2:16.36 with Tanzania's Lucian Timobo (2:16:50) a close third.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Festival Rasuna sets longest breakfast table record
Festival Rasuna sets longest breakfast table record Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta On the second day of the Festival Rasuna 2004, a national record was achieved during breakfast, when participants dined at a 1,114-meter-long chain of tables. The record, the first of its kind, was recognized by the Indonesian Museum of Records (MURI) on Sunday.
Mon, 16 Feb 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ibra closure to leave huge burdens
Ibra closure to leave huge burdens Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With the government preparing to close down the Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) two weeks from now, the country stands to lose about 72 percent of the Rp 660 trillion (about US$7.76 billion) in state funds injected into ailing banks during the late 1990s financial crisis, leaving the people to bear the burden.