Archive: 15 July 2004
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Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Woman beaten in failed escape
Woman beaten in failed escape JAKARTA: Fadijah, 26, was beaten on Wednesday by two guards when she tried to escape the training house of a labor exporter on Jl. Tebet Utara, South Jakarta. Hailing from Wonosobo, Central Java, Fadijah seized upon a narrow chance to escape at 7 a.m., when a staffer of the training house got back from shopping, opening the four-meter high gate. However, guards of the migrant worker agency PT AAJ, Sugiarto and Rusimun, got to her and hit her on the back and face.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Election commission gears up for runoff
Election commission gears up for runoff M. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta As the July 5 presidential poll is unlikely to produce an outright winner, the General Elections Commission (KPU) is readying itself for a runoff on Sept. 20. KPU deputy chairman Ramlan Surbakti said on Wednesday that despite the short interval between July 26, when the commission will announce the top two winners of the July 5 poll, and Sept.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
FDI falls 34 percent in first semester
FDI falls 34 percent in first semester The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia continues to struggle to recover from an investment slump, with the National Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) reporting on Wednesday a 34 percent year-on-year drop in approved foreign direct investment (FDI) in the first half of the year. BKPM deputy chairman Yus'an said approved FDI declined to US$3.05 billion during the period.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta to control agricultural produce
Jakarta to control agricultural produce Damar Harsanto, Jakarta The Jakarta administration will beef up controls over the quality and quantity of agricultural products entering markets in the capital through a new bylaw. All 11 factions in the City Council agreed on Wednesday to pass a new bylaw on the control of agricultural products entering the city's markets. The bylaw will take effect in one month.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI maid faces deportation from HK for selling food
RI maid faces deportation from HK for selling food Associated Press, Hong Kong An Indonesian maid viewed as a heroine for fighting back when an employer underpaid her is being kicked out of Hong Kong for selling a boxed lunch worth just HK$10 (US$1.30), a labor activist said on Wednesday.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI, Singapore and Malaysia to sign pact on Malacca patrol
RI, Singapore and Malaysia to sign pact on Malacca patrol Tiarma Siboro, Jakarta The top military commanders of Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia are scheduled to meet on July 20 in Batam, Riau Islands province, Indonesia, to sign an agreement on security patrols in the Strait of Malacca. Indonesian Military chief Gen.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Former players support Sutiyoso in bid for PBSI chairmanship
Former players support Sutiyoso in bid for PBSI chairmanship Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Sutiyoso's bid for the top post at the Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI) got a boost after a group of former players came out in support of the Jakarta governor. A petition of support was signed here on Wednesday by 22 former players, including eight-time All England champion Rudy Hartono.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
* Homemade bombs rock Bandung gambling dens Page 2
* Homemade bombs rock Bandung gambling dens Page 2 * House backs disputed Ladia Galaska project Page 4 * Tribal conflict continues in Timika Page 5 * Elections crucial turning point for RI economy Page 6 * Budget motorcycles the star at Jakarta Fair Page 8 * Ex-shuttlers back Sutiyoso's PBSI chairmanship bid Page 10 * Jenkins family allowed to extend stay in Jakarta Page 11 * House approves sale of 71% Permata shares Page 13 * Ni Wayan Tuwon, grande dame of Balinese dance Page 18
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Controversy over forest mining and upholding the rule of law
Controversy over forest mining and upholding the rule of law Andrew I. Sriro, Jakarta Fair question has been raised as to whether it was appropriate for the House of Representatives (DPR) to lift the ban on open- pit mining in environmental protection forests by passing "emergency" Government Regulation in lieu of Law No. 1 of 2004. This regulation, together with Presidential Decree No. 41 of 2004, puts thirteen mining concessions back in business after a five year hiatus beginning when Law No.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Sale of Permata approved
Sale of Permata approved Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta After months of delay, the House of Representatives and the government reached an agreement to proceed with the divestment of the government's controlling stake in Bank Permata, the country's seventh largest bank in terms of assets. The chairman of House Commission IX for finance, Emir Moeis, said the commission had approved the sale of a maximum 71 percent stake in the publicly listed bank.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. Perta (1x32)
1. Perta (1x32) Pertamina to fight asset seizure 2. Tax (2x18) House OK's duty on audio products 3. Permat (1x25) Sale of Permata approved
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Petronas chief dies at 69
Petronas chief dies at 69 KUALA LUMPUR: The chairman of Malaysia's national oil firm Petronas, Azizan Zainul Abidin, has died at age 69, the company said on Wednesday. Azizan, who was also chairman of national carrier Malaysia Airlines, died early on Wednesday at his home in the administrative capital Putrajaya after reportedly complaining of chest pains. Azizan was appointed chairman of Petronas in 1995 after serving as president and chief executive from 1988.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Busway drivers OK work conditions
Busway drivers OK work conditions Urip Hudiono and Leony Aurora, Jakarta Six months after the busway started operation in the capital on Jan. 15, busway drivers have noticed that consortium PT Jakarta Express Trans (JET) has introduced improvements to their working conditions following a drivers' protest over their work status in the early days of employment.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tangerang to control groundwater usage
Tangerang to control groundwater usage Multa Fidrus, Tangerang The Tangerang regency administration will be the first administration to control groundwater usage at industrial plants and residential areas,the exploitation of which has caused land subsidence and seawater intrusion. Head of the Tangerang environmental impact management agency Deden Sugandhi said the administration had installed an automatic water level recording (AWRL) device designed by the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB).
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Budget motorcycles the star at fair
Budget motorcycles the star at fair Bambang Nurbianto, Jakarta Although more than three million motorcycles have been registered with the Jakarta Police, people are still buying them, arguing they are the only means of transportation affordable to them. At the Jakarta Fair, Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, motorcycle stands have been the most popular attraction since the annual expo was officially opened by President Megawati Soekarnoputri on June 17.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mysterious assassins kill Bondowoso PDI-P executive
Mysterious assassins kill Bondowoso PDI-P executive ID Nugroho, Bondowoso Suwarjo, 60, an executive with the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle's (PDI-P) Bondowoso branch, and his wife and son were found murdered in the family home on Wednesday. The police are looking into whether the murders were political motivated or were a case of revenge. The police have ruled out robbery as being behind the murders, as no valuables were stolen.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI will allow Jenkins family to stay longer in Jakarta
RI will allow Jenkins family to stay longer in Jakarta The Jakarta Post Jakarta Indonesian Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said on Wednesday that the government was ready to provide an extended stay permit for the Jenkins family should they need to stay here longer. Hassan said Indonesia would provide the necessary facilities for the reunited family to settle their problems. "As host country, we allow them to stay here for one month in accordance with their visa permit.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pertamina to fight asset seizure
Pertamina to fight asset seizure Fitri Wulandari, Jakarta PT Pertamina said it will take legal action to counter a Hong Kong court's decision to temporarily freeze its overseas assets following a prolonged dispute between the state oil and gas company and U.S.-based power company Karaha Bodas Company (KBC).
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Emission competition held in Bali
Emission competition held in Bali DENPASAR, Bali: In order to raise public awareness of fuel emission standards, the Office of the State Minister for the Environment held an "emission competition" in Bali on Wednesday. Some 600 cars took part in the competition, said Erwin Suryadarma, acting spokesman for the Denpasar municipal government.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Elections crucial turning point for RI economy
Elections crucial turning point for RI economy David Jay Green, Jakarta As Indonesia moves through national elections, its economic picture has taken a turn for the worse in some respects -- the exchange rate, stock market and demand for government bonds all have fallen recently. Such movements are not unnatural in an election period, and international events also contribute to some unease in Jakarta. But over a longer term, Indonesia's economy has performed rather well.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tangerang faces natural resources problems
Tangerang faces natural resources problems Multa Fidrus, Tangerang The Tangerang municipality is facing natural resources problems resulting from overpopulation, migration and industrialization.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Plantation Law lacks detail: Executive
Plantation Law lacks detail: Executive Zakki P. Hakim, Jakarta The new Plantation Law approved by the House of Representatives earlier this week still lacks key details, which might create new uncertainties for plantation companies, said an industry professional.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Government to reform birth registration system
Government to reform birth registration system P.C. Naommy, Jakarta The government is set to employ a universal, mandatory, continuous and free birth registration system to protect the fundamental rights of all children. Birth registration plays a main role in protecting children from various forms of human rights violations, including abuse, child labor exploitation, trafficking and illegal adoption.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI concerned for Malaysia illegals
RI concerned for Malaysia illegals Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, Jakarta Foreign minister Hassan Wirayuda has reminded Malaysia, which plans to deport up to 1.2 million illegal workers, mostly Indonesians, that it must abide by a bilateral memorandum of understanding (MOU) on labor recruitment signed by the two countries in May. "There are certain arrangements that both governments agreed upon regarding the deportation of illegal migrants, so we can do it properly," Hassan said on Wednesday.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Poorly drafted law
Poorly drafted law Judging by its primary objectives of bringing about fairness to farmers/smallholders, enhancing sustainable plantation-management practices and building up an internationally competitive plantation industry, the plantation bill that was approved by the House of Representatives on Monday is by no means a good law. A good law is supposed to primarily serve and protect the interests of the general public, or in this case, the farmers/smallholders.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Women wage war against drugs
Women wage war against drugs BOGOR: The Bogor Federation of Women Organizations (GOW), along with the Indonesian Anti-Narcotics Organizations (GAN) and City Narcotics Body (BNK), declared war against drugs on Wednesday. The declaration was made during "Women concerned about the dangers of narcotics" forum held in observance of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, which fell on June 26. The forum was opened by deputy mayor M. Sahid.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto's critic Hoegeng dies at 83
Soeharto's critic Hoegeng dies at 83 The Jakarta Post, Jakarta For Soeharto, at least during his 32-year rule, former National Police chief Gen. (ret) Hoegeng Iman Santoso, along with other members of a group of government critics known as the Group of 50, was a strident political critic who appeared to have no fear of the strongman despite Soeharto's normally harsh stance against dissent.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Excise on audio products approved
Excise on audio products approved The Jakarta Post Jakarta Despite protests from recording industry players, House of Representatives Commission IX on financial affairs approved on Wednesday a proposal from the Ministry of Finance to impose excise on audio video products. Director General of Excise Eddy Abdurrahman said that the imposition of excise on audio products was aimed at increasing state revenue.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
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Elections crucial turning point for RI economy David Jay Green Jakarta 2. Sriro -- The forest mining controversy and the rule of law 2 X 30 Controversy over forest mining and upholding the rule of law Andrew I. Sriro Jakarta
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Thursday, July 15, 2004
TV Program: Thursday, July 15, 2004 .TB.30" .90" TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:00 Children Show Pentas Ceria 7:30 Music 10:00 Talk Show: Wirausaha 11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:00 p.m. Documentary 1:00 News: Berita Siang 2:30 Music 3:00 English News Service 3:30 Zooming 4:00 Music 4:30 Children Drama 6:00 TV Drama 7:00 News: Berita Nasional 8:00 Jaya Show 9:00 News: Dunia Dalam Berita 9:35 Music: Country Road 11:30 TVRI's Report TPI 5:00 a.m.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Questions about Singapore's gas dependency
Questions about Singapore's gas dependency Andrew Symon, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore Is Singapore's reliance on natural gas imports via pipeline a dangerous dependency? This is one thought in many minds after the recent technical failure at the Singapore end of an import pipeline from Indonesia cut fuel supply to electricity generation plants.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cartoonist Jango testing the waters
Cartoonist Jango testing the waters I Wayan Juniartha, Denpasar, Bali Kadek Jango Pramartha could be easily described as a an who simply does not fit into any existing stereotypes. Born into a wealthy family -- his father was a successful tour guide and owner of Bali's two oldest art shops -- Jango could have led a luxurious life by merely taking over the family business. Instead, he chose to be a cartoonist, a job that provides little financial security.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tuwon, the grande dame of Balinese dance
Tuwon, the grande dame of Balinese dance Jagadhita, Contributor/Denpasar The skinny woman leaned back weakly in her chair on the stage while her eyes looked dull even though she was a star on that very night. Along with eight other Balinese senior artists, Ni Wayan Tuwon received an award for her dedication as a dancer.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pirates in action in Aceh
Pirates in action in Aceh BANDA ACEH, Aceh: A band of dozens of pirates robbed the crew of the Samudera Perkasa IV tugboat in the waters off North Aceh, some 40 miles from Lhokseumawe beach. No fatalities were reported in the incident, which happened on Monday night. The armed pirates escaped with global positioning system equipment, life jackets, binoculars, Rp 60 million (US$6,316) in cash and assorted valuables from the 13 crew members of the tugboat.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Frantic female journos give Puteh run for money
Frantic female journos give Puteh run for money Known for his ability to avoid waiting journalists, Puteh managed to do so again by coming to the KPK offices at 6:30 a.m. when most hardworking Jakarta journalists were still sound asleep. Given Puteh's well-known evasiveness, journalists decided to split up into groups on Wednesday to cover the four entrances to the KPK offices.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
House throws weight behind Ladia Galaska project
House throws weight behind Ladia Galaska project P.C. Naommy, Jakarta The House of Representatives is throwing its weight behind the controversial Ladia Galaska road project despite an outcry from environmentalists.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Taiwan welcomes Singapore's help
Taiwan welcomes Singapore's help TAIWAN: Taipei hopes to resume fence-mending talks with rival Beijing and would welcome any offer from Singapore to act as mediator, Taiwan's top policymaker on China was quoted as saying on Wednesday. The comments from Joseph Wu, chairman of the Mainland Affairs Council, came after a report that Singapore's future prime minister, Lee Hsien Loong, had offered to facilitate talks between China and Taiwan during a visit to Taipei this week.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
People with HIV/AIDS fight to go on living
People with HIV/AIDS fight to go on living Dewi Santoso, Jakarta It was not until two years ago that Nia (not her real name), a 36-year-old mother of two, discovered that she and her son had contracted HIV. "I decided to take the test two months after my husband was diagnosed with AIDS, as my doctor told me that, as I was his wife, I was susceptible to the virus. The result came back positive," said Nia. At first, she said, she was taken aback.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. PUTEH: 2 LINES, 15 COUNTS
1. PUTEH: 2 LINES, 15 COUNTS Puteh shows up for graft questions 2. FIRE: 3 LINES, 16 COUNTS Fire leaves over 1,000 homeless 3. BLAIR: 4 LINES, 10 COUNTS UK probe raps flawed Iraq war intelligence 4. MALAYSIA: 1 LINE, 40 COUNTS RI urges Malaysia to stick to MOU on labor
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police want Nurdin to appear Thursday
Police want Nurdin to appear Thursday JAKARTA: The National Police said on Wednesday they wanted to question lawmaker Nurdin Halid over an illegal sugar scandal on Thursday, though he has insisted he will only show up on Friday. "He is an important witness in the case. The sooner we question him the better it will be for the investigation," said National Police chief of detectives Comr. Gen. Suyitno Landung Sudjono.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. PDI: 48 pt, 4 cols, 2 X 24
1. PDI: 48 pt, 4 cols, 2 X 24 Mysterious killers kill Bondowoso PDI-P executive 2. BOMB: 36 pt, 2 cols, 3 x 16 Blasts rock Bandung gambling dens, damage cars 3. SUPPLY: 30 pt, 2 cols, 2 x 17 Jakarta to control agricultural produce 4. OBITUARY: 28 pt, 4 cols, 1 x 36 Former police chief Hoegeng passes away
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Human error blamed for deadly Suramadu bridge's slabs collapse
Human error blamed for deadly Suramadu bridge's slabs collapse Indra Harsaputra, Surabaya Human error was blamed for the collapse of six concrete slabs at the Suramadu bridge construction site, which resulted in the death of a construction worker. The bridge is being built to connect Surabaya and Madura island in East Java province.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI to meet asset sale target
RI to meet asset sale target JAKARTA: The Indonesian government is optimistic it will reach its target of raising Rp 5 trillion (US$1=Rp 8,960) this year from sales of stakes in state-owned companies. Mahmuddin Yasin, deputy for the State Minister for State Enterprises, told reporters on Wednesday that so far the government has raised Rp 3.4 trillion from sales in shares in several state-owned companies, the proceeds of which will be used to help finance the state budget deficit.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Renault Megane defies trends with design
Renault Megane defies trends with design Novan Iman Santosa, novan@thejakartapost.com Car design, as in other design fields, is always on the move as carmakers try to attract customers with the latest styles. Currently, the trend in car design tends to be for rounder and softer lines without sharp corners and edges, or at least they are minimized. But then every car would look the same.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Villages hold delayed polls
Villages hold delayed polls MEDAN, North Sumatra: Seven remote villages in South Nias regency have held a delayed presidential election after they were hindered by bad weather on July 5, North Sumatra General Elections Commission (KPU) chairman Irham Buana Nasution said on Wednesday. "Poll officials are now counting the votes manually and the outcome will be sent to the KPU South Nias office," he said. The seven villages are: Labuhan Lima, Lama, Gobo, Mafua, Silima, Gandria and Baluta.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Limited funds, low expertise cause depletion of resources
Limited funds, low expertise cause depletion of resources Wahyoe Boediwardhana, Denpasar More than 20 percent of natural resources in over 450 conservation areas across Indonesia have been extremely depleted due to lack of government funds and poor expertise in managing them, an official said on Monday. "Social conflict that has damaged the conservation areas is also a factor," said Adi Susmianto, conservation director at the Ministry of Forestry.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, July 15, 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, July 15, 2004 .TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions * Painting Kata-kata by I Wayan Sila, at Maya Ubud Resort and Spa, July 20 to Aug. 20. * Painting My Myths Paintings by Freddy Sitorus, Danes Art Veranda, Jl. Hayam Wuruk, July 17 to Aug. 15. * Painting Radiance, Pranoto Art and Gallery, in Ubud, until July 31. * Cartoon The Art of Jango Pramartha, Griya Santrian Hotel, in Sanur, until Aug. 9. * Painting The Alchemy of Asia by Pablo Gentile, at Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Sanction needed for KPU
Sanction needed for KPU From Bisnis Indonesia The General Elections Commission (KPU) has not done its job well, as is evident in the poor logistics distribution and the poor quality of the ink used in the presidential election. Besides, it is also responsible for the validity of ballot papers that have been punctured all the way through, that is, from the top layer to the bottom. The KPU is made up of reputable intellectuals, but they seem to have been very sloppy in their work.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Merpati to buy 20 new planes amid fierce competition
Merpati to buy 20 new planes amid fierce competition Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta State-owned airline company PT Merpati Nusantara Airlines plans to purchase 20 new airplanes within the next two years to cope with growing competition in the domestic airline industry, the company's top official said.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ministry hosts seminar for students
Ministry hosts seminar for students INDONESIA: Indonesia says that the ASEAN's governments and non- governmental organizations need to cooperate with each other in order to achieve the goals of Vision 2020. Speaking at a seminar in Jakarta, Marty A. Natalegawa, director general of ASEAN cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that such cooperation was important to exchange information about the future of the ASEAN community.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Three arrested for discharging sludge
Three arrested for discharging sludge BALIKPAPAN, East Kalimantan: The East Kalimantan Provincial Police recently arrested three people suspected of discharging sludge into the sea near Balikpapan city, East Kalimantan province. East Kalimantan Police chief Insp. Gen. Budi Utomo said on Wednesday that the three had confessed that they discharged some 490 tons of sludge on June 25 into the sea at Handil beach, some 70 kilometers north of Balikpapan.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Explosions rock Bandung gambling dens, damage cars
Explosions rock Bandung gambling dens, damage cars Yuli Tri Suwarni and Abdul Khalik, Bandung/Jakarta Two homemade bombs exploded simultaneously at two gambling centers in Bandung, West Java, on Wednesday, damaging several cars. No injuries were reported. Police were quick to say that the blasts that occurred at around 10:30 a.m. were not linked to any terrorist group. But the motive behind the incidents remains unclear.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
NU and politics
NU and politics From Koran Tempo The paternalistic and less-than democratic culture of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) may have a negative impact on the Muslim organization, the country's largest, which has lately been plagued by a worsening feud leading to further internal friction.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
PPP reluctant to join up with President Megawati
PPP reluctant to join up with President Megawati The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The United Development Party (PPP) seems reluctant to support incumbent President Megawati Soekarnoputri openly for the expected Sept. 20 run-off, although party leader Hamzah Haz has been reported to have thrown his weight behind her.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Six join ASEAN badminton tourney
Six join ASEAN badminton tourney MEDAN, North Sumatra: Six countries are competing in the ASEAN students badminton championships that began here on Wednesday. The participating countries are Brunei Darussalam, defending champion Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam, incorporating 101 athletes and officials. The tournament, which will run until Saturday, is competing seven events: men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles, mixed doubles, men's team and women's team.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
At least 1,000 lose homes in Kebon Melati inferno
At least 1,000 lose homes in Kebon Melati inferno Bambang Nurbianto, Jakarta Siti Rohayah's eyes were brimming with tears while she watched firefighters struggling to put out the fire that destroyed her home on Wednesday morning in the Kebon Melati subdistrict, Central Jakarta. The 30-year-old mother, who is expecting her eighth baby in several days, lost everything in the fire. Helped by her mother Umayah, 55, she rescued her children from the fire that quickly spread from one house to another.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Puteh appears at KPK, grilled for nine hours
Puteh appears at KPK, grilled for nine hours Tiarma Siboro and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, Jakarta After defying two summons, Aceh Governor Abdullah Puteh finally appeared before the powerful Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) on Wednesday to answer questions on an alleged mark-up in the purchase of a helicopter in 2001. Wearing a black working suit, Puteh, accompanied by his bodyguards, arrived at the KPK offices at 5:30 a.m.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Don't come to this heartless city'
'Don't come to this heartless city' Squatters are often blamed for contributing to the chaos in this city but little has been done to alleviate their deprived state. The city's poverty eradication schemes have not reached them, leaving these neglected families living on idle land, riverbanks or under bridges without access to adequate shelter or clean water. The Jakarta Post asked some Jakartans their opinion about squatters.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Kampar councillors interrogated over embezzlement
Kampar councillors interrogated over embezzlement Puji Santoso and Andi Hajramurni, Pekanbaru/Makassar The Riau Prosecutors' Office began questioning on Wednesday Kampar councillors over embezzling Rp 1.125 billion (US$118,421) from the regental budget. As of 2 p.m. on Wednesday, four of 43 councillors charged with corruption had been interrogated: deputy speaker Imran Djon, council secretary Zunidah and councillors Arifin B.S. and Mardanus.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
PKS: Finally triumphant
PKS: Finally triumphant From Republika As a member of the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS), I, and other party members, were happy to learn of the party's decision to support Amien and Siswono in the presidential election. The public image of the PKS has been slightly tarnished, due to some of its top leaders' support of Wiranto. For the public, the PKS is an Islamic party, which is pro-reform and against the New Order.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI wants Myanmar
RI wants Myanmar to quit 'bugging' JAKARTA: The government urged Yangon on Wednesday to respond actively in regards the suspected tapping of the Indonesian Embassy to Myanmar. "We expect Myanmar to take corrective action, as we have strong indications that our embassy has been bugged. We have lodged a clear objection to Yangon," Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said. Myanmar had claimed to have a very old telecommunications system that may have appeared as a tapping system, he said.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police car accident claims one life
Police car accident claims one life INDRAMAYU, West Java: A police car smashed into a canteen in Bulak Kidul subdistrict here late on Tuesday, killing one and injuring five others. The only fatality was Suryanto, 28, the owner of the canteen. Four of the injured were dining in the canteen when the incident happened, while the other was police officer First. Brig. Godang Siahaan, who was driving the car. -- JP
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI wants Myanmar
RI wants Myanmar to quit 'bugging' JAKARTA: The government urged Yangon on Wednesday to respond actively in regards the suspected tapping of the Indonesian Embassy to Myanmar. "We expect Myanmar to take corrective action, as we have strong indications that our embassy has been bugged. We have lodged a clear objection to Yangon," Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said. Myanmar had claimed to have a very old telecommunications system that may have appeared as a tapping system, he said.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Unpaid blood money causes fresh violence
Unpaid blood money causes fresh violence Nethy Dharma Somba, Jayapura The villages of Old Kwamki and Djayanti engaged in a fresh round of violence in Mimika, Papua, on Tuesday, leaving at least 10 people injured and raising fears of further clashes. Mimika Police chief Comr.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Megawati urges gender equality
Megawati urges gender equality SERANG, Banten: President Megawati Soekarnoputri called on Wednesday for equal opportunities for women, as they made up the majority of the population. Speaking at an event commemorating World Population Day, which fell on July 11, she underlined that empowering women meant improving the nation's welfare. Women should have a greater role in development programs, she said. "We have to improve women's education, health and skills.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta is now only a touch away
Jakarta is now only a touch away The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Good news for travelers in Jakarta who wish to now where to go and find out all about events and happenings in the capital. The Jakarta administration in cooperation with yellow-pages publisher PT Infomedia Nusantara inaugurated 60 touch-monitor information booths on Wednesday in a number of malls, hotels and other public places around the city.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
House OK's duty on audio products
House OK's duty on audio products The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite protests from recording industry players, House of Representatives Commission IX on financial affairs approved on Wednesday a proposal from the Ministry of Finance to impose excise on audio products. Director General of Excise Eddy Abdurrahman said that the imposition of excise on audio products was aimed at increasing state revenue.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Our law is at stake
Our law is at stake Aceh Governor Abdullah Puteh and Confederation of Primary Cooperatives Association (Inkud) chairman Nurdin Halid have failed to respond to the summonses of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), which wants to question them in connection with separate graft cases. The KPK needs Puteh to explain the irregularities in the Aceh province's budget, while Nurdin's explanation is needed in the sugar smuggling case.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Developer denies unfairness
Developer denies unfairness Leony Aurora, Jakarta Developer PT Jakarta Realty brushed aside suggestions its planned Jakarta City Center (JACC) wholesale complex would kill off other traditional and textile markets in the area. In a press conference on Wednesday, vice president director Rusdi Yusuf said the markets would operate in synergy and support of each other. "The JACC would be built to accommodate the high demand (of trade centers)," Rusdi said.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI wants Myanmar to quit 'bugging'
RI wants Myanmar to quit 'bugging' JAKARTA: The government urged Yangon on Wednesday to respond actively in regards the suspected tapping of the Indonesian Embassy to Myanmar. "We expect Myanmar to take corrective action, as we have strong indications that our embassy has been bugged. We have lodged a clear objection to Yangon," Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said. Myanmar had claimed to have a very old telecommunications system that may have appeared as a tapping system, he said.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
G90 states hold strategy session over WTO trade talks
G90 states hold strategy session over WTO trade talks Jean-Marc Poche, Agence France-Presse, Port Louis, Mauritius Trade ministers from a group of 90 developing nations (G90) and their counterparts from the U.S. and EU appeared to narrow their differences at a meeting in Mauritius on Tuesday seen as key to the viability of the current stalled development round of World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiations.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Al-Zaytun 'residents' protest vote-rigging
Al-Zaytun 'residents' protest vote-rigging JAKARTA: Dozens of protesters claiming to be residents in the vicinity of Al-Zaytun Islamic boarding school in Indramayu, West Java, staged a rally on Wednesday at the central General Elections Commission (KPU) over an alleged voter mobilization during the presidential election. They said voters from outside Al-Zaytun were called in to cast ballots in favor of Golkar candidate Gen. (ret) Wiranto.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Allow money politics
Allow money politics From Bisnis Indonesia On July 5, eligible Indonesians exercised their right to vote for their next president and vice president. If you asked who was the winner of the presidential election, the answer would be the media. During the election campaign, the campaign teams of the five presidential candidates spent huge amounts of money on political ads in the mass media.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
IOM extends stay in NTT
IOM extends stay in NTT KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: The International Organization for Migration (IOM), a United Nations body that has been helping to repatriate East Timorese refugees in West Timor since 1999, has decided to extend its work in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) province. In a letter to the NTT governor dated June 29, an official with the IOM in Jakarta, John Stephen, said the IOM would continue its work repatriating East Timorese refugees until the end of this year.
Thu, 15 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
12 police officers fired for drug theft and desertion in Lampung
12 police officers fired for drug theft and desertion in Lampung Oyos Saroso, Bandarlampung Lampung Police fired 12 low-ranking officers for drug theft, burglary and desertion, according to a senior police officer in Bandarlampung, the capital of Lampung province. Lampung provincial police spokesman Adj. Sr. Comr. Hariyadi Wibowo said on Wednesday that the decree to fire the officers was signed on Tuesday night by Lampung provincial police chief Brig. Gen. M.D. Primanto.