Archive: 11 June 2004
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Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
A question of ethics
A question of ethics Although the number of campaign violations ahead of the July 5 presidential election is still relatively small -- 54 compared to 1,300 infractions during the first week of the legislative election campaign -- they nevertheless indicate a rather disconcerting willingness on the part of all of the candidates to circumvent the rules and regulations to suit their own ends.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Visions of consistency
Visions of consistency over 'crazy rice' Kornelius Purba Jakarta A few changes so could you read through please? thanks Father and son were dining on nasi gila (crazy rice, as it is literally translated) by the Taman Lembang Fountain, in Menteng, Central Jakarta, when the father seized the moment to demonstrate his knowledge of politics. He talked as though he were better than any politician in the country.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/TRAIL
JP/3/TRAIL Mega-Hasyim painting contest offers $$$ SURAKARTA, Central Java: The campaign team of incumbent president Megawati Soekarnoputri will hold a painting competition on Sunday at Surakarta Cultural Park, Surakarta, with a cash prize of Rp 87.5 million (US$9,211). Unlike other painting competitions in which contestants choose their own subjects and themes, participants of this competition will paint only Megawati and running mate Hasyim Muzadi.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
2 x 18
2 x 18 Catholic church bombed in Yogya JP/5/SULTAN 1 x 35 Princely struggle for Cirebon throne JP/5/HOTEL 2 x 32 Six workers injured after hotel building collapses in Medan JP/5/mine 3 x 10 Man nabbed for threats to Canadian
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
This will change how we report on Islam
This will change how we report on Islam Lisa Clausen of Time hesitated briefly before taking off her shoes and entered a modest mosque at the center of Taruna Al Quran, an Islamic boarding school in the heart of a village in Bantul outside of Yogyakarta. "Is this some sort of meeting hall?" she whispered, still wary of the rejection that she and the other non-Muslims in the group experienced when custodians of the mosques in East Java barred them from setting foot inside.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/TRAIL
JP/3/TRAIL Mega-Hasyim painting contest offers $$$ SURAKARTA, Central Java: The campaign team of incumbent president Megawati Soekarnoputri will hold a painting competition on Sunday at Surakarta Cultural Park, Surakarta, with a cash prize of Rp 87.5 million (US$9,211). Unlike other painting competitions in which contestants choose their own subjects and themes, participants of this competition will paint only Megawati and running mate Hasyim Muzadi.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (Antara): The 2004 national committee for the university
JAKARTA (Antara): The 2004 national committee for the university admission test (SPMB) will be held on July 14 and July 15, 2004, and will accommodate some 86,607 new students spread in 1,615 programs.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Democracy Indian-style: What lessons are there for Indonesia?
Democracy Indian-style: What lessons are there for Indonesia? Jemma Purdey, Mumbai, India In the world's largest democracy corruption, vote buying and violence are constant themes. Could this be true democracy in action? What lessons are there for Indonesia? In May, India completed a mammoth month-long round of elections across this vast country.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Six workers injured after hotel building collapses in Medan
Six workers injured after hotel building collapses in Medan Apriadi Gunawan, Medan A new section of Hotel Sahiba in Medan, which was being constructed, suddenly collapsed on Thursday, leaving six construction workers injured. The new section was a three-story building, an extension of the old hotel building. The old hotel building itself was unaffected by the incident. Several witnesses said that the building suddenly collapsed when eight construction workers were working inside the building.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Man nabbed for threats to Canadian
Man nabbed for threats to Canadian A man has been arrested for making death threats to expatriates working at a Canadian-operated nickel mine in South Sulawesi province, police said on Thursday. They said the man made the threats because he feared he would lose his job to a foreigner. Police reinforcements were sent to the mine last month and the Canadian and Australian governments warned of a "credible terrorist threat" in the area. The reason for the warnings was not disclosed.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cacuk Sudarjanto passes away at 65
Cacuk Sudarjanto passes away at 65 The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Cacuk Sudarijanto, a respected professional who once chaired the now-defunct Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA), died on Thursday afternoon here after battling a stroke and kidney failure. He is survived by a wife and five children. He was 65.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police deny wrong arrest
Police deny wrong arrest PALU, Central Sulawesi: Police here denied on Thursday they had wrongfully arrested a man over the murder of prosecutor Ferry Silalahi last month. Central Sulawesi Police chief Brig. Gen. Taufik Ridha said the man, named only as Emil, was not a key suspect in the case but had still been charged with violating an antiterrorism law. Emil knew about the plan for the murder but did not report it to the authorities, Taufik said.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Owner told to refloat ship
Owner told to refloat ship BATAM, Riau: The cargo ship MV Hyundai, which sank off Batam island, should be removed from the water as it was a danger to other vessels, the Batam port authority said on Thursday. The ship has remained in water near the industrial island since it capsized on May 22. It was carrying some 4,000 cars and 990 tons of fuel.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pulo Gebang bus terminal layout
Pulo Gebang bus terminal layout Basement floor: Functions: Departure terminal for busway buses, busway management office and parking lots 1st floor: Functions: Area for economy-class intercity buses, for passengers and for commercial premises 2nd floor: Functions: Area for business and executive class intercity buses, park and service point for buses 3rd floor: Function: Shopping center 4th floor: Function: Terminal management office, office for bus operators Source: Jakarta Transportation...
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Rental boots keep shoppers' feet clean and dry
Rental boots keep shoppers' feet clean and dry Leony Aurora Jakarta During the rainy season, shoppers at traditional markets are sure to get their shoes -- and possibly, trousers -- muddy, but customers at Kramatjati Wholesale Market, East Jakarta, can shop worry-free. Vendors at the market, the main distribution point for fruit and vegetables in the capital, have come up with an ingenuous, yet profitable, solution: rental galoshes.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. STOCK ( 2 x 18 )
1. STOCK ( 2 x 18 ) Tokyo, Hong Kong shares gain 2. CACUK ( 1 X 30 ) Cacuk Sudarjanto passes away at 65 3. TELCO ( 1 X 30 ) Analysts sees lower int'l call rates 4. SG ( 1 X 36 ) Semen Gresik predicts rise in production
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Court orders rights body to act against evictions
Court orders rights body to act against evictions Urip Hudiono, Jakarta The Central Jakarta District Court ordered the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) on Thursday to step up its efforts in providing a fair and just solution for victims of forced evictions and in protecting residents from future evictions.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
S. Korean economy could grow 6%: BoK
S. Korean economy could grow 6%: BoK SEOUL: The South Korean economy could grow 6 percent this year despite worries about high oil prices and a slow rebound in domestic consumption, the Bank of Korea said on Thursday. "The Korean economy isn't too bad. There are problems, but it has the ability to absorb them," central bank governor Park Seung said after his bank left its main interest rate unchanged at a record low of 3.75 percent.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Exams show gap among RI schools
Exams show gap among RI schools P.C. Naommy, Jakarta The results of the national high school exams show that, contrary to earlier fears, most students achieved the minimum passing grade of 4.01 out of 10 points, according to the education ministry. The national exam results will be announced publicly on June 14.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. ISLAM 1x30
1. ISLAM 1x30 Religion, a bonding agent? 2. BOX 2x22 'This will change how we report on Islam'
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
On paper it could be argued that comparatively Indonesia has a
On paper it could be argued that comparatively Indonesia has a much better chance of making democracy work. It has only one- fifth of India's 1.03 billion population, .....
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Polls show Susilo with giant lead, just under 50 percent
Polls show Susilo with giant lead, just under 50 percent M. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta A Jakarta-based pollster confirmed on Thursday the popular appeal of Democratic Party candidate Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in its latest survey. The poll by Soegeng Sarjadi Syndicated (SSS) shows that 46.64 percent of respondents said they would vote for Susilo and running mate Jusuf Kalla in the July 5 election, as they believed Susilo-Kalla were most capable of resolving the myriad of problems facing the country.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Withe wants squad to tackle mental aspects of the game
Withe wants squad to tackle mental aspects of the game Zakki P Hakim, Jakarta After being hired to lead Indonesia's U-20 soccer team, Peter Withe said the mental attitude of the team needed to be improved if it hoped to become a strong squad. The 52-year-old coach from Britain said it was important for him to get to know the mental attitude of every member of his squad. "The right mental attitude should be that playing soccer is not just a game of kick and run. It's like all the jobs you do ...
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Religion, a bonding agents?
Religion, a bonding agents? Santi W.E. Soekanto, Contributor/Jakarta Place 10 Australian and eight Indonesian journalists on a bus to travel the length of Java Island to visit Islamic sites, such as Abu Bakar Ba'asyir's Al Mukmin Islamic boarding school (pesantren) in Ngruki, Solo, and you are bound to experience tension. Suspicion, too, reared its ugly head in various directions.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mega, Wiranto at odds over autonomy
Mega, Wiranto at odds over autonomy Ridwan Max Sijabat, Jakarta At least one presidential candidate disagrees with the incumbent president's view about the current revision deliberations of the 1999 Autonomy Law by the lame-duck House of Representatives. Gen. (ret) Wiranto wants the law to be handed to the new legislative members, who will be inaugurated in October but incumbent President Megawati Soekarnoputri hailed the House's recent decision to make revisions to the law.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
City to start bus terminal project without extra land
City to start bus terminal project without extra land Damar Harsanto, Jakarta The Jakarta administration has decided to cease negotiations with residents whose land will be affected by the construction of the Pulo Gebang intercity bus terminal in East Jakarta, leading to a change in its design. "We've decided to stop negotiations, which have delayed the project for three years," city secretary Ritola Tasmaya said on Thursday. He added that construction would restart next year.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Corrupt councillors
Corrupt councillors An increasing number of councillors in many parts of the country have been brought to court on charges of corruption. Most of the councillors are suspected of conspiring to embezzle state funds through fictitious spending, such as on overseas trips, comparative studies and insurance claims. The Padang District Court in West Sumatra recently sentenced about 40 provincial councillors to prison for embezzling state funds.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
* Mega, Wiranto at odds over autonomy law revisions Page 3
* Mega, Wiranto at odds over autonomy law revisions Page 3 * RI a 'safe haven' for illegal immigrants Page 4 * Church attacked in Jogja, motive unclear Page 5 * What lessons Indonesia can learn from India's democracy Page 7 * Court orders rights body to act against evictions Page 8 * 'Shaq' makes NBA finals his personal playground Page 9 * Pakistani general survives terrorist attack Page 11 * World Bank raps RI over investment uncertainties Page 13 * Ismid Hadad speaks out for biodiversity Page...
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mayor names nine toxic industries on environment day
Mayor names nine toxic industries on environment day Multa Fidrus and Evi Mariani, Tangerang/Jakarta Tangerang Mayor Wahidin Halim on Thursday named nine industrial firms he said were responsible for polluting the municipality and said another 83 firms had yet to provide details about how they disposed of hazerdous waste. The firms named were PT Argo Pantas, Perlita Cenkareng, Indometal, Surya Renggo, Lengtat Tangerang Leather, Tonikitex, Harlipan Batik, Sejahtera Metal and Vonicc Latyexindo.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Central Bank won't raise interest rate
Central Bank won't raise interest rate Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta The central bank will not immediately raise its benchmark interest rate even if the U.S. Federal Reserve finally decides to raise its rate as has been widely anticipated, a Bank Indonesia (BI) senior official said. BI deputy governor Hartadi A. Sarwono said the central bank would only raise its interest rate if the Fed's move created significant pressure on the rupiah and sparked strong inflation.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
SMS to book a Blue Bird taxi
SMS to book a Blue Bird taxi JAKARTA: Jakarta-based taxi company Blue Bird Group has teamed up with publicly listed telecommunications operator PT Indosat to enable people to get a taxi by sending a short message service (SMS) to number 1234. "For the next year, people who have a cellular phone with SIM cards issued by Indosat, such as Mentari, Matrix and IM3, can book a taxi via SMS," said Noni SA, general director of Utama Pusaka Group, a Blue Bird subsidiary, as quoted by Antara on Wednesday.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Analysts sees lower int'l call rates
Analysts sees lower int'l call rates Tony Hotland, Jakarta State telecommunications firm PT Telkom's new international call service may give rise to stiffer competition in the sector and lead to an increase in call rates, analysts have said.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Amien-Siswono told not to misuse sermons
Amien-Siswono told not to misuse sermons PADANG, West Sumatra: A member of the West Sumatra General Elections Commission (KPU) called on Amien Rais and Siswono Yudohusodo not to slip campaign messages into their speech during Friday prayers in the province. Amien is scheduled to lead locals in Friday prayers at a Padang Panjang mosque in the province, while Siswono is scheduled to deliver a sermon at another mosque in Bukittinggi.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Stock prices on the Jakartra Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 10, 2004
Stock prices on the Jakartra Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 10, 2004 ___________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 950 0 21,000 Adhi Karya 300 -10 18,638,500 Adira Dinamika 2,425 0 550,000 AGIS Tbk 90 0 50,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 75 0 47,500 Alakasa Industrindo 135 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 975 0 5,000 Alter Abadi...
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Puteh failed to hold tender for helicopter purchase
Puteh failed to hold tender for helicopter purchase Tiarma Siboro, Jakarta The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) discovered after a marathon interrogation of Aceh governor Abdullah Puteh on Thursday that he had not even bothered with a bidding process in the purchase of a Russian-made helicopter for the controversial price of Rp 12.5 billion (US$1.35 million).
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Officials say RI haven for illegal immigrants
Officials say RI haven for illegal immigrants Ridwan Max Sijabat, Jakarta A preliminary investigation indicates that Indonesia is a safe haven for illegal immigrants who could pose a serious threat to national interests. The investigation, recently conducted by a team from the Ministry of Manpower and Transmigration, found a number of foreigners in Jakarta and its outskirts who used fake permits to stay in the country and conduct their activities uncontrolled.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
City mulls comercial conversions
City mulls comercial conversions Damar Harsanto, Jakarta The Jakarta administration is considering whether to allow part of upscale residential area Kebayoran Baru to be converted into a commercial area, as proposed by businesspeople. "There is a possibility (of the conversion), but we have yet to make any decision," assistant to the City Secretary for Development Affairs IGKG Suena told The Jakarta Post on Thursday.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ladia Galaska prone to landslides, quakes: Researcher
Ladia Galaska prone to landslides, quakes: Researcher Moch. N Kurniawan, Jakarta The proposed 470-kilometer Ladia Galaska highway from West to East Aceh will be prone to natural disasters due to the fact that its trajectory cuts through a number of fault lines in the province, an expert with the Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) says.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Presidential candidates asked to discuss ministry bill
Presidential candidates asked to discuss ministry bill Kurniawan Hari, Jakarta All five presidential candidates have been invited to show up at the House of Representatives (DPR) on Monday to give advice and suggestions to lawmakers on the ministerial offices bill. Legislator Zain Badjeber, deputy chairman of the committee deliberating the bill, said on Thursday that lawmakers needed advice from the candidates contesting the July 5 presidential election. "We have invited them all.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Semen Gresik predicts rise in production
Semen Gresik predicts rise in production The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned PT Semen Gresik (SG), the country's largest integrated cement producer, said domestic cement production was expected to grow by 10 percent this year on higher demand from the property sector. SG president Satrio said property sales had increased because of the central bank's lower interest rate policy, which prompted more people to buy houses and apartments via bank loans.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Princely struggle for Cirebon throne
Princely struggle for Cirebon throne Nana Rukmana, Cirebon, West Java A power struggle between two brothers claiming to be the rightful heir to the sultanate of Cirebon has intensified since the demise of Sultan Kanoman XI Prince Haji Muhammad Djalaluddin, two years ago. Both brothers are still at odds and steadfast in their claims.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Purnomo cautious over oil price
Purnomo cautious over oil price The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President and acting secretary general of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) Purnomo Yusgiantoro warned outside factors could prevent world oil prices from falling in the third quarter. Purnomo said riots in Nigeria and Venezuela were non- fundamental factors that could cause oil prices to increase.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Top shuttler accused of assault
Top shuttler accused of assault Evi Mariani, Jakarta Badminton star Taufik Hidayat will be questioned as a suspect by Jakarta Police for allegedly assaulting a driver at the Bung Karno Sports Complex in Senayan, Central Jakarta, during the Thomas and Uber Cup badminton team championships in May. "The police will summon him for questioning soon," city police spokesman Sr. Comr. Prasetyo said on Thursday. Taufik is accused of violating Article 352 of the Criminal Code on minor assault.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Asia-Europe meet faces waning Western interest
Asia-Europe meet faces waning Western interest Lee Kim Chew, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore The European Union's waning interest in the eight-year-old Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) is palpable. Judging by signals from a preparatory meeting last week, it is now highly doubtful that all EU leaders will attend the fifth ASEM summit to be held in Hanoi on Oct. 8.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
World Bank urges Indonesia to revive investment climate
World Bank urges Indonesia to revive investment climate Dadan Wijaksana, Jakarta Investment will remain in the doldrums unless clear signs are given to investors that various problems detrimental to the business climate here are being addressed, the World Bank has warned.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Biographies of candidates sell like hotcakes
Biographies of candidates sell like hotcakes Muninggar Sri Saraswati, Jakarta Indonesians may not be so keen on literature but bookstores across the country have nevertheless benefited from the hype surrounding the country's first ever direct presidential election. In any bookstore or sidewalk book kiosk in Jakarta, you will find yourself greeted by glowing pictures of presidential and vice presidential candidates on the cover of books about them.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Just say 'no' to generals, urges PRD
Just say 'no' to generals, urges PRD PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: Chairman of the People's Democratic Party (PRD) Yusuf Lakaseng called on the people not to be misled by the "smiling generals" ahead of the presidential election. "General Soeharto used to smile while he ruled the country, but behind that smile, human rights violations were going on unchecked," said Yusuf. People should thus learn from the past and not vote for candidates with military backgrounds, he said, referring to Gen.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
AirAsia to buy 80 new planes
AirAsia to buy 80 new planes MACAU: Asia's first budget airline AirAsia is planning to put in an order for 80 new aircraft, an industry source said on Thursday, as the no-frills carrier launched its first service to Macau. The source said the Kuala Lumpur-based airline will submit the order for tender to rivals Boeing and Airbus, without giving further details. AirAsia on Thursday launched its first service into southern China with daily flights between Bangkok and Macau.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/VCD
JP/3/VCD And the 'AFI' winner is ... not Wiranto Bandung/Yogyakarta/Semarang The Jakarta Post Music VCDs with hidden messages are the latest weapon being deployed in a bid to derail the campaign of embattled presidential candidate Gen (ret.) Wiranto. The political VCDs are disguised as bootlegs of the popular Indosiar Fantasy Academy (AFI) show, a televised talent quest similar to the popular American Idol program.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
EU observers back in town
EU observers back in town JAKARTA: The European Union team of election observers are returning to the country to observe the presidential elections on July 5. Sixty-eight observers rejoined the mission's core team of a dozen election experts, who arrived in Indonesia at the end of February to observe the April 5 legislative election. The European Union is projected to have a total of 230 observers, making it the largest election observation mission ever developed.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. RATE: 2 LINES, 14 COUNTS
1. RATE: 2 LINES, 14 COUNTS Central Bank won't raise interest rate 2. G-8: 2 LINES, 20 COUNTS G8 harmony dissolves, fresh U.S.-France spat 3. EXAM: 2 LINES, 14 COUNTS Exams show gap among RI schools 4. ROUNDUP: 1 LINE, 56 COUNTS Young PKS voters may not go with central board's endorsement
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Young PKS voters may not go with board's endorsement
Young PKS voters may not go with board's endorsement M. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta Although young supporters of the Islamic-based Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) are anxious about which presidential candidate their leaders will endorse in the July 5 polls, they said it would do little to influence their voting choices. Fedra Devata Rosi, 18, a PKS youth member, said that whoever was endorsed by the party's central board would not necessarily be voted for by the party's rank and file.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
South Korean military calls for accord with its rival North
South Korean military calls for accord with its rival North Sang-Hun choe, Associated Press/Seoul The North and South Korean militaries on Thursday discussed how to implement an agreement aimed at easing hostilities along their border, as the South sought military cooperation with its former battlefield foe following a U.S. plan to curtail American troops here.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Poor attendance puts House behind
Poor attendance puts House behind JAKARTA: The House of Representatives (DPR) failed on Thursday to have a Bamus (deliberation body) meeting as only 22 of the 76-member committee showed up. Deputy House speaker Tosari Widjaja expressed concern about the poor attendance, saying it was the 16th meeting House leaders had canceled due to inadequate numbers. The meeting was supposed to arrange schedules, including the endorsement of central bank officials and the deliberation of bills.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Court tells Gus Dur and KPU to make peace over election case
Court tells Gus Dur and KPU to make peace over election case Urip Hudiono, Jakarta The Central Jakarta District Court offered on Thursday to mediate talks between former president Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid and the General Elections Commission (KPU), who are engaged in a legal battle over the commission's disqualification of Gus Dur from the presidential election. The talks would last a maximum of 22 days, in accordance with the Criminal Law Procedures Code.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Nation mourns passing of patriotic composer H. Mutahar
Nation mourns passing of patriotic composer H. Mutahar A. Junaidi, Jakarta The nation is mourning the death of noted patriotic song composer Husein Mutahar, who was buried on Thursday. Mutahar, who passed away at the age of 88 on Wednesday, was said by many to have contributed to the development of nationalism and patriotism through his songs. Born on Aug.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
12-year-old commits suicide by burning herself
12-year-old commits suicide by burning herself Suherdjoko and Dewi Santoso, Brebes/Jakarta Another suicide case involving a child has tragically struck a poor family in Central Java. This time, a 12-year old elementary school girl took her own life by setting herself ablaze. Khodijah, an student at the Klampok II elementary school in Wanasari district, Brebes regency, committed suicide on Wednesday. Her body was buried on Thursday after a hospital autopsy. Wanasari Police chief First Insp.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Air pollution is the worst problem'
'Air pollution is the worst problem' World Environment Day was commemorated on June 5, which, this year, focuses on efforts to conserve marine resources. In conjunction with the commemoration, The Jakarta Post asked some people for their opinion on the quality of the city's environment and what they do to protect it. Astuti, 37, works at a kiosk in front of Kramatjati Central Market, East Jakarta.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Catholic church bombed in Yogya
Catholic church bombed in Yogya Slamet Susanto, Sleman Unidentified men threw Molotov cocktails at a Roman Catholic church in the tourist city of Yogyakarta, slightly damaging the building's door, police said on Thursday. No injuries were reported as the blast took place early on Wednesday and the church was empty at the time of the incident. Police were unable to identify the assailants or the motive behind the bombing, the latest attack against Christian places of worship in the country.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ismid speaks out for biodiversity
Ismid speaks out for biodiversity Tantri Yuliandini, Jakarta Ever since his university days, the executive director of the Indonesian Biodiversity Foundation (Kehati) has always found himself in the thick of things. Even so, Ismid Hadad has managed to keep outside of the system, an outsider looking in. Of course, as a university student during the 1960s, he could not help but be swept into the whirlwind of activism and political changes that marked that era.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mega-Hasyim painting contest
Mega-Hasyim painting contest SURAKARTA, Central Java: The campaign team of incumbent president Megawati Soekarnoputri will hold a painting competition on Sunday at Surakarta Cultural Park, Surakarta, with a cash prize of Rp 87.5 million (US$9,211). Unlike other painting competitions in which contestants choose their own subjects and themes, participants of this competition will paint only Megawati and running mate Hasyim Muzadi.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian version of Windows XP launched
Indonesian version of Windows XP launched Tony Hotland, Jakarta Aiming to help narrow the technology gap among Indonesians, Microsoft Indonesia officially launched the Indonesian language version of its flagship Windows XP operating system here on Thursday. Microsoft Indonesia president Tony Chen said that language differences had been a major obstacle for Indonesians when absorbing information technology.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Waste makes cheap fuel, environment expert says
Waste makes cheap fuel, environment expert says Bambang Nurbianto, Jakarta Regional Representatives Council (DPD) member-elect Sarwono Kusumaatmadja called on the city administration on Thursday to formulate a serious plan to resolve the city's garbage problem using technology so as escape its dependence on neighboring jurisdictions.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. ISMID -- 1 x 35
1. ISMID -- 1 x 35 Ismid speaks out for biodiversity 2. REAGAN -- 1 x 44 Reagans return to Washington for bittersweet reunion or Reagans back in Washington for bittersweet reunion
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Hamzah bid a ploy to block Amien: PKB
Hamzah bid a ploy to block Amien: PKB SURAKARTA, Central Java: The deputy chairman of the National Awakening Party (PKB), Mahfud M.D., shared on Thursday an analysis of incumbent Vice President Hamzah Haz's bid for the presidency. During a seminar in Surakarta, he said United Development Party (PPP) chairman Hamzah was running for president not because he sought the presidency; instead, the move was intentionally aimed at blocking Amien Rais' chances.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Friday, June 11, 2004
TV Today: Friday, June 11, 2004 .TB.30" .90" TVRI .tb .30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 6:30 Talk Show: Saran dan Pendapat 7:00 Children Show: Pentas Ceria 8:30 Music: Asik-Asik 10:30 Religious Teachings 12:30 p.m.
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2. Nation mourns passing of patriotic composer H. Mutahar 3. 2 x 27 Presidential candidates asked to discuss ministry bill 4. 2 x 30 Court tells Gus Dur, KPU to make peace over election case 5. 1 x 36 Officials say RI haven for illegals
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Major eruption shakes Mt Awu, more evacuated
Major eruption shakes Mt Awu, more evacuated Jongker Rumthe and Fitri Wulandari, Manado/Jakarta A major eruption again shook Mount Awu on Sangihe Island, North Sulawesi, on Thursday, hurling stones and spewing smoke and hot ash, officials said. No casualties were reported, as some 29,000 villagers living on the slopes of the 1,320 meter volcano had already been evacuated to safety.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Court clerk reported for accepting bribe
Court clerk reported for accepting bribe JAKARTA: A clerk working in the West Jakarta District Court, Limbong, was reported on Thursday to the Jakarta Police by Djajusman, a civil servant with the Jakarta Land Agency, for allegedly accepting a bribe. Djajusman is himself being tried as a defendant in a bribery case. He claims he is innocent but says he suspects he will be found guilty as he believes the plaintiff, one Salim, had bribed Limbong to ensure his victory in the case.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
MPs to discuss the Kyoto Protocol
MPs to discuss the Kyoto Protocol JAKARTA: The House of Representatives (DPR) Commission I for foreign affairs has been inviting public figures and social agencies to meet with it and discuss the Kyoto Protocol. The legislators are deciding whether to ratify the protocol. In a hearing on Thursday, an activist with the Indonesian Forum for the Environment (Walhi), Nur Hidayati, said ratification would benefit farmers and fishermen, who could be badly affected by climate change.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Coach-turned-electrician Withe wants to work on team's mentality
Coach-turned-electrician Withe wants to work on team's mentality Zakki P Hakim Jakarta After being assigned to take in charge of the Indonesia's U-20 team, Peter Withe says that the mental attitude of the team would be upgraded in order to make itself a strong team in the future. The 52-year-old coach from Britain said that It was important for him to get to know the mental attitude of his team members. "The right mental attitude should be that playing soccer is not just a game of kick and run.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Government prepares scheme to push bank loans for SMEs
Government prepares scheme to push bank loans for SMEs Fitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has prepared a scheme to channel excess liquidity in the banking sector to the business sector particularly the small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), a senior minister said.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Visions of consistency over 'crazy rice'
Visions of consistency over 'crazy rice' Kornelius Purba, Jakarta Father and son were dining on nasi gila (crazy rice, as it is literally translated) by the Taman Lembang Fountain, in Menteng, Central Jakarta, when the father seized the moment to demonstrate his knowledge of politics. He talked as though he were better than any politician in the country. He told his son that the five presidential candidates had no vision, and were surrounded by incompetent people.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
KPUD wants four members fired
KPUD wants four members fired MEDAN, North Sumatra: The provincial elections committee (KPUD) said on Thursday it had recommended the dismissal of four regional committee members it accused of manipulating votes during the April 5 legislative poll. Chairman Irham Buana Nasution said the recommendations had been submitted to the central General Elections Commission (KPU) in Jakarta. He declined to name the four members from the regencies of Langkat, Simalungun, South Nias and Medan.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Wiranto criticized harshly in doctored VCDs
Wiranto criticized harshly in doctored VCDs The Jakarta Post, Bandung/Yogyakarta/Semarang Music VCDs with hidden messages are the latest weapon being deployed in a bid to derail the campaign of embattled presidential candidate Gen (ret.) Wiranto. The political VCDs are disguised as bootlegs of the popular Indosiar Fantasy Academy (AFI) show, a televised talent quest similar to the popular American Idol program.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
SE Asia becoming toxic dumping ground
SE Asia becoming toxic dumping ground Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Southeast Asian nations are fast becoming a toxic dumping ground for waste from developed countries, environmental group Greenpeace said on Thursday. The warning came after revelations that nearly 12,000 tons of toxic industrial waste were exported to Malaysia illegally by a company in Taiwan, a case which Greenpeace called "the tip of the iceberg".
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
And the 'AFI' winner is ... not Wiranto
And the 'AFI' winner is ... not Wiranto Bandung/Yogyakarta/Semarang The Jakarta Post Music VCDs with hidden messages are the latest weapon being deployed in a bid to derail the campaign of embattled presidential candidate Gen (ret.) Wiranto. The political VCDs are disguised as bootlegs of the popular Indosiar Fantasy Academy (AFI) show, a televised talent quest similar to the popular American Idol program.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Democracy demolished
Democracy demolished I do believe that the 1945 Constitution covers the right of every individual in this country to vote the way he or she desires, and that would be in line with democratic principles. However, in reality, which is all that matters, instructions and edicts and goodness knows what else are floating around that force people to vote one way -- or else.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Rising energy prices may hit APEC
Rising energy prices may hit APEC Mynardo Macaraig, Agence France-Presse, Manila Rising energy prices may arrest growth in Pacific Rim economies particularly among countries dependent on fuel imports, energy experts at an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum warned on Thursday.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Market vendors under pressure
Market vendors under pressure From Bisnis Indonesia There have recently been reports that dozens of traditional markets will be closed down. Strangely, president director of PD Pasar Jaya, a company under the Jakarta provincial administration assigned to manage traditional markets in Jakarta, has raised the operational fee. In Pasar Citra Garden, for example, the fee imposed on a kiosk owner has been raised from Rp 3,000 daily to Rp 18,000 a day.
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI archers compete in German GP
RI archers compete in German GP Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Three Indonesians are going to take part in the International Archery Grand Prix in Germany from June 16 to June 20 as part of preparations for the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. Kuswantoro, Lockonecko and Rina Dewi Puspitasari will compete in the 70-meter Olympic-round category in the grand prix, along with world archers from other 34 countries, according to an official from the Indonesian Archery Association (Perpani).
Fri, 11 Jun 2004, 00:00 WIB
Golf diplomacy signals new era for Australia, Malaysia
Golf diplomacy signals new era for Australia, Malaysia M. Jegathesan, Agence France-Presse/Patrajaya, Malaysia Malaysia and Australia signaled a new era in a tetchy relationship on Thursday as their foreign ministers headed for the golf course and Canberra invited Prime Minister Abdullah Ahmad Badawi to visit.