Archive: 22 July 2004
77 articles found
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bombing suspect expresses remorse
Bombing suspect expresses remorse JAKARTA: A suspect in the Marriott hotel bombing, Masrizal, alias Tohir, told the court on Tuesday he regretted his involvement in the terrorist attack on Aug. 5, 2003. "I deeply regret that many Muslims fell victim to the bombing," Tohir said in answering a question from the presiding judge at the South Jakarta District Court, Sri Mulyani. Tohir, who comes from Pekanbaru, Riau, said the attack was aimed at blowing up buildings considered to be U.S.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1,000 hectares of forest burned in Riau
1,000 hectares of forest burned in Riau PEKANBARU, Riau: The dry season this year has fueled forest fires in Riau province that have razed 1,008 hectares of forest in the past six months, a senior government official said on Wednesday. Khairul Zainal, the head of Riau's Environmental Impact Management Agency (Bapedalda), said that the razed forest areas were located in six regencies and municipalities in the province.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah ends lower on dollar demand from firms
Rupiah ends lower on dollar demand from firms Dow Jones, Jakarta The rupiah ended lower on Wednesday as local companies continued buying dollars to pay maturing offshore obligations at the end of the month, dealers said. The dollar closed at Rp 9,010, up from its close on Tuesday at Rp 8,980. The central bank was said to have sold the dollar to slow its rise, but the authorities failed to keep the U.S. unit below the psychologically-important level of Rp 9,000.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Hundreds of school buildings in disrepair
Hundreds of school buildings in disrepair TEGAL, Central Java: At least 425 or some 40 percent of 1,090 school buildings in Tegal regency are in a state of disrepair due to age and natural disaster. Most of the buildings are elementary school buildings, said Dimyati, the chairman of Education Council in Tegal regency. He said that the schools had to be repaired soon, in case they collapsed and claimed fatalities among students.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN PMs vow to develop border areas
ASEAN PMs vow to develop border areas Agence France-Presse, Siem Reap, Cambodia Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam on Wednesday agreed to work toward accelerating economic growth in their border regions to boost low standards of living, Cambodia's foreign minister Hor Namhong said. Prime Minister Hun Sen hosted a one-day informal meeting focusing on the region for his Lao and Vietnamese counterparts Bounnhang Vorachith and Phan Van Khai, their third round of talks since 1999.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
OPEC to discuss possible output rise for September, president says
OPEC to discuss possible output rise for September, president says Agence France-Presse, Jakarta The Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) will discuss a possible output rise for September, (OPEC) president Purnomo Yusgiantoro said on Wednesday. Asked by reporters whether OPEC plans such an increase, Yusgiantoro replied: "We'll discuss it." He said he would travel to Vienna later on Wednesday to discuss a report by a team which monitors market developments.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt considers auctioning tons of smuggled sugar
Govt considers auctioning tons of smuggled sugar Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and Abdul Khalik, Jakarta The government is likely to auction the 73,000 tons of illegal sugar of the Confederation of Primary Cooperatives Association (Inkud) as the police cannot store it as evidence. National Police chief Gen. Da'i Bachtiar said on Wednesday that it would be more profitable to consider the stock part of the national supply.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Train slams into Isuzu, driver killed
Train slams into Isuzu, driver killed SEMARANG: A executive-class train heading east to Semarang from Jakarta crashed into a Isuzu Panther van on Wednesday here, killing the driver of the van, Edward Manusiwa. The accident took place only a few kilometers before the train entered Tawang railway station in Semarang. An eye witness revealed that he saw the Isuzu Panther speeding while trying to overtake a Toyota Kijang van.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Turtles under threat in W. Sumatra, Yogyakarta
Turtles under threat in W. Sumatra, Yogyakarta Syofiardi Bachyul and Slamet Susanto, Padang/Yogyakarta The theft of eggs of three protected turtle species in West Sumatra is threatening the very existence of the turtles, researcher Harfiandri Damanhuri has warned. Harfiandri estimated that some 22,000 turtle eggs are traded at Muara Padang Beach, South Pesisir regency in the province every 10 weeks, with more being sold overseas to Singapore and Malaysia.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Slumping Angie to employ Aussie physical trainer
Slumping Angie to employ Aussie physical trainer Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Angelique Widjaja, Indonesia's top-ranked tennis player, will employ an Australian physical trainer to help her improve her game. The 20-year-old tennis player has been injury-prone of late and hopes improving her fitness will allow her to avoid further problems.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt toughens stance on mining
Govt toughens stance on mining Muninggar Sri Saraswati and Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta The Ministry of Forestry will issue new regulations to establish strict conditions for firms operating in protected forests, in a bid to minimize environmental destruction.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Elderly couple murdered at home
Elderly couple murdered at home Theresia Sufa, Bogor An elderly couple were found dead on Wednesday at their home in the Agricultural Research housing compound, Pasir Mulya-Ciomas subdistrict, West Bogor district, with gashes to their heads and faces. West Bogor Police are currently investigating the matter but have yet to name any suspect or motive behind the murder. Sulaeman Effendi, 54, was found in bed, wearing only a shirt.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Golkar offers solid coalition
Golkar offers solid coalition Kurniawan Hari, Jakarta With the presidency appearing to slip through its fingers, Golkar Party is proposing a permanent coalition among parties that control the most seats in the House of Representatives to ensure a strong and effective government.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
House told to delay in debating TNI bill
House told to delay in debating TNI bill The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A military analyst and a legislator called on lawmakers on Wednesday to delay the deliberation of the Indonesian Military (TNI) bill, as the draft was flawed. "It is not wise for the House to endorse the bill now. The draft does not reflect a modern and professional military," Kusnanto Anggoro of the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) told The Jakarta Post.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia and Malaysia show Muslims can practice democracy
Indonesia and Malaysia show Muslims can practice democracy Lee Kuan Yew, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore In March, Malaysia, with a population of 25.1 million (65 percent Malay and indigenous peoples, 35 percent Chinese, Indians and others), held its 11th peaceful general election since independence.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Floodwaters render millions homeless in Asia, toll tops 850
Floodwaters render millions homeless in Asia, toll tops 850 Agencies, Guwahati, India/Beijing Flood waters swept into the largest city in India's northeast on Wednesday and further submerged the Bangladeshi capital as fresh rains in Asia took the rainy season death toll to 853. South Asia's worst floods in over a decade have killed about 535 people in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal and made millions homeless.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Chinese tourist disappointed by illegal levies
Chinese tourist disappointed by illegal levies I am Chinese. Indonesia and China are two great countries in Asia. This year I have had the chance to visit Indonesia twice. I'm entranced by Indonesia, with your life and your beautiful landscapes, especially Bali, which I am reminded of all the time. However, one thing I found very disappointing was the behavior of your customs staff.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Royal family prepares for grand cremation
Royal family prepares for grand cremation I Wayan Juniartha, Ubud Thousands of people, Balinese and foreigners alike, are expected to crowd the sleepy town of Ubud this weekend when the royal family of Ubud holds a grand cremation for the twin sister of its last raja. The ceremony, known as palebon, will involve members of at least 15 banjar (traditional neighborhood associations) in Ubud and its surrounding areas.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tax incentives could up investment
Tax incentives could up investment Tony Hotland, Jakarta Aside from solving the existing problems that hamper investment, the government could also provide tax incentives for both local and foreign investors to lure them into investing their money here, a top businessman has suggested.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
New Jakarta Police chief vows to improve police skills
New Jakarta Police chief vows to improve police skills Evi Mariani, Jakarta Newly installed Jakarta Police chief Insp. Gen. Firman Gani promised, on his first day in office on Wednesday, that he would improve the skills of police personnel and their working systems. "Basically, I shall continue things that have already been started," he said, two hours after he received the baton from Insp. Gen. Makbul Padmanagara.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Busway evaluation to be delayed by 3 months: CTS
Busway evaluation to be delayed by 3 months: CTS Bambang Nurbianto, Jakarta The much-awaited evaluation of the busway, which was supposed to be made public last week, could be another three months away. The Center for Transport Studies (CTS) at the University of Indonesia (UI) was appointed two weeks ago to assess the busway, six months after the system's initiation. "What report?
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
NU to remain neutral in runoff
NU to remain neutral in runoff JAKARTA: The country's largest Muslim organization Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) pledged on Wednesday to stay neutral in September's runoff. Acting NU chairman Masdar F. Mas'udi said that although the organization's leader Hasyim Muzadi would likely contest the runoff as the running mate of incumbent President Megawati Soekarnoputri, NU would not support any presidential candidates.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Education:
Education: 1970 - 1974 Police Academy (Akpol) 1983 - 1985 Police Staff College (PTIK) 1992 Air Force Staff and Command School (Sesko AU) 2002 National Defense Institute (Lemhanas) Career (abridged): Commander of Police Mobile Brigade in West Kalimantan Commander of Police Mobile Brigade in South Sulawesi Chief of Majene Police in South Sulawesi Chief of Pangkep Police in Chief of Boyolali Police in Central Java Vice Presidential Guard for B.J. Habibie Presidential Guard for B.J.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Host China crushes RI 5-0 in Asian Cup
Host China crushes RI 5-0 in Asian Cup Reuters, Beijing China overpowered 10-man Indonesia with a crushing 5-0 win at the Asian Cup on Wednesday, lifting the host to the top of its group. German-based midfielder Shao Jiayi capped a superb performance with two goals to give China four points from two games in Group A.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
KONI rouses shuttlers toward Olympic gold
KONI rouses shuttlers toward Olympic gold Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta The national badminton training camp manager urged shuttlers to repeat its gold feat in the upcoming Olympics as the National Sports Council (KONI) received financial support to send its 39- strong delegation to Athens on Wednesday. Indonesia's Olympic hopefuls consist athletes representing 14 sports, with the country's greatest hope -- its badminton team -- fronting 14 players.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
World champ joins Bali shooting event
World champ joins Bali shooting event Musthofid Jakarta Twice world champion Eric Grauffel of France will be competing in the AustralAsia Championship -- an inter-continental practical shooting event -- to held in Bali in November, the organizing committee said. Rated a level-4 championship, the Bali marksmanship meet is a level below the world championship, but match director Djoko S. Soeroso ensuring a world-class competitiveness with Grauffel being confirmed to be around.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Poverty eradication first
Poverty eradication first As our Independence Day approaches (Aug. 17) let us ponder the multidimensional problems facing the country, including poverty. In fact, poverty has been the government's headache ever since Indonesia gained its independence from the Dutch through a long struggle and huge sacrifices, both in terms of material and lives.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, July 22, 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, July 22, 2004 .TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions * Painting Kata-kata by I Wayan Sila, at Maya Ubud Resort and Spa, until Aug. 20. * Painting My Myths Paintings by Freddy Sitorus, Danes Art Veranda, Jl. Hayam Wuruk, until 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. * Harmony Painting and Glasses by Suklu and Richard Morrel, at Jenggala Ceramics Bali, Jl.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
KL firm launches largest IPO
KL firm launches largest IPO KUALA LUMPUR: KLCC Property Holdings Bhd., which owns part of the Petronas Twin Towers skyscraper, on Wednesday launched Malaysia's biggest ever property initial public share offer (IPO) and the largest IPO this year to raise up to 726 million ringgit (US$191 million). KLCC Property, the property arm of national oil company Petronas, will sell 432.1 million new shares in its IPO.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Safe strait, stable world
Safe strait, stable world The parade of 17 warships from Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore in the Strait of Malacca on Tuesday was more than a show of force to enhance the security and safety of commercial ships sailing through the narrow waters between Sumatra and the Malaysian peninsula. The three littoral states were also demonstrating to the world their determination to live up to their responsibility: To fight pirates, and more seriously, the threat of terrorism, whether real or perceived.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
China snubs S'pore trade delegation, quarrel deepens
China snubs S'pore trade delegation, quarrel deepens Jason Szep, Reuters/Singapore A diplomatic spat between China and Singapore deepened on Wednesday after Beijing delayed an invitation to a Singaporean trade delegation to protest a visit by Singapore's future prime minister to Taiwan.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
NGO alliance demands audit of World Bank loans to Indonesia
NGO alliance demands audit of World Bank loans to Indonesia P.C. Naommy and M. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta Non-governmental organizations grouped in the Coalition Against Debt (KAU) called for the establishment of an independent body to audit World Bank loans to the country to determine whether or not they must be repaid in full.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Government to probe suspected pollution from Newmont mine
Government to probe suspected pollution from Newmont mine Abdul Khalik and Fitri Wulandari, Jakarta The government has said it will launch an investigation into PT Newmont Minahasa Raya (NMR), a subsidiary of U.S. gold mining giant Newmont Mining Corporation, following reports that its operation had caused Minamata disease, which has killed 30 Minahasa regency villagers in North Sulawesi since 1996. "We want to check whether the tailings (from Newmont) caused the disease.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Investment in gas sector reaches $112.6 million
Investment in gas sector reaches $112.6 million The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Although the government has yet to issue regulations on the gas sector, private firms have started building a network for gas distribution, showing great confidence in the future prospects for the business.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Councillor faces diploma trouble
Councillor faces diploma trouble TANGERANG: The Tangerang municipal Election Supervisory Committee (Panwaslu) announced on Tuesday that one of 45 councillors voted into office in the April 5 legislative election might not be allowed to take her seat in the council because she allegedly used a fake diploma in applying for the election.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
26th arts festival rises to occasion, despite cool reception from critics
26th arts festival rises to occasion, despite cool reception from critics Kadek Suartaya, Contributor/Denpasar After a month involving hundreds of domestic and foreign artistes, the 26th Bali Arts Festival, which ran from June 19 through July 17, was officially closed last weekend, leaving much work still to be done by both the artistes and organizer.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/5/FLU
JP/5/FLU Vaccination drive planned as bird flu returns ID Nugroho, Surabaya/Jakarta Bird flu, which ravaged the poultry industry in Asia several months ago, has resurfaced in several parts of Indonesia, killing thousands of chickens on Java island. The government announced on Wednesday plans to launch a massive vaccination drive in an effort to curb the spread of avian flu.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Top seeds through to 2nd round of Milo tourney
Top seeds through to 2nd round of Milo tourney Moch. N. Kurniawan, Medan, North Sumatra Top seeds breezed to the second round of the US$11,000 Milo Junior Indonesia Open badminton championship here on the opening day on Wednesday, when Sutiyoso made his first appearance at a tournament in his capacity as new chairman of the Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI).
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Council agrees on creation of N. Kalimantan province
Council agrees on creation of N. Kalimantan province Rusman , Samarinda The East Kalimantan legislative council approved on Wednesday plans to create the North Kalimantan province, which will comprise one municipality and three regencies. The four areas to make up the new province are the city of Tarakan and the regencies of Nunukan, Malinau and Bulungan, all areas currently in the northern East Kalimantan. A fourth regency, Berau, has refused to join the North Kalimantan province.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Street vendors resist relocation
Street vendors resist relocation JAKARTA: Sidewalk vendors at the entrance to Pasar Minggu bus terminal, South Jakarta, resisted being relocated to a hall inside the Pasar Minggu traditional market, which they considered to be a poor location for business. "No buyers will come there ... they'll prefer to go to Pasar Jaya market or Robinson department store," Marsih, a vegetable vendor, was quoted as saying by Antara news agency on Wednesday.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Illegal bird trade still rampant across Indonesia, NGO says
Illegal bird trade still rampant across Indonesia, NGO says P.C. Naommy, Jakarta A non-governmental organization has alleged that smuggling and trading in endangered bird species continue unabated, despite legislation that prohibits the illegal activities.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Januri and his journey called life
Januri and his journey called life Christina Schott, Contributor/Jakarta Januri is a young artist from East Java who appears to be going places fast, as evidenced by the fact that an exhibition of his work is currently showing in Berlin. However, things could have all turned out very differently. "If I had not been accepted into art school, I would have studied agriculture," says the 27-year-old.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/7/LET
JP/7/LET Quick Count is only Prediction From Koran Tempo The Economic and Social Research, Education and Information Institute (LP3ES) has challenged all parties to verify the quick-count method it is using to determine the results of the July 5 presidential election. Those doubting this method should point out where the error in it lies. The quick count method has been adopted by Indonesia's young researchers, and they are always ready to put at stake their credibility in this respect.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Moerdani still in ICU
Moerdani still in ICU JAKARTA: Ailing former Armed Forces chief and defense minister Gen. (ret) L.B. Moerdani has remained in the intensive care unit since he was admitted to the Gatot Soebroto Army Hospital in Central Jakarta on July 8 after suffering a stroke. Since his arrival at the hospital, Moerdani, 74, has been undergoing physiotherapy, a medical worker said. The former general has been linked to the Tanjung Priok incident in 1984 when he was the country's military commander.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Puteh stripped of powers in Aceh
Puteh stripped of powers in Aceh Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri officially stripped Abdullah Puteh of his powers as Aceh governor and administrator of the civil emergency on Wednesday. However, Puteh's lawyers say the move means Puteh would be back at work in his job as early as this week.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
'How about idols who are good maths, science?'
'How about idols who are good maths, science?' Some people say the increasing number of talent contests aired on TV are good to boost competition and a sporting attitude among the young. Others are more critical and believe that real talent and hard work are overlooked in the process. The Jakarta Post asked some Jakartans what they thought about the phenomenon. Martina Sinaga, 34, works at a private bank in Bogor, where she lives with her husband. I don't understand.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Volunteers required to monitor TB patients
Volunteers required to monitor TB patients Leony Aurora, Jakarta Novita Dewi, 23, remembered a neighbor who lived in a house behind hers in Bandung, who had "this coughing fit every morning, sometimes so hard that he couldn't breathe". Later, she heard from other neighbors that the man, who was in his 60s, had tuberculosis (TB).
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Meidyatama Suryodiningrat
Meidyatama Suryodiningrat Jakarta 2. Lee -- Islam and democracy in Southeast Asia 2 X 30 Indonesia, Malaysia show Muslims can practice democracy Lee Kuan Yew The Straits Times Asia News Network Singapore
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Champion marksman to join Bali shoot
Champion marksman to join Bali shoot Musthofid, Jakarta Twice world champion Eric Grauffel of France will be competing in the AustralAsia Championship -- an intercontinental practical shooting event -- to be held in November in Bali, the organizing committee said. Rated Level 4, the Bali marksmanship meet is a level below the world championship, but match director Djoko S. Soeroso ensured a world-class competition with Grauffel's confirmed participation.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bird flu back in some regions
Bird flu back in some regions Zakki P. Hakim, Jakarta Cases of bird flu have recurred in some parts of previously affected areas in Indonesia, but the government says it has taken measures to prevent the deadly disease from spreading to new areas. "A week ago, we launched a massive campaign to vaccinate chickens to prevent an event similar to what happened in Thailand and Vietnam," director of animal health at the Ministry of Agriculture Tri Satya Putri Naipospos told The Jakarta Post.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Teenagers awarded for exemplary social service
Teenagers awarded for exemplary social service A. Junaidi, Jakarta Three teenagers have proven to the nation that despite their young age, they have been able -- probably even more so than adults -- to inspire other young people to overcome adversity and move toward a better life. Esthi Maryanti Epaenim from Ambon dedicated herself to helping her friends continue their studies during the clashes between Muslims and Christians in the Maluku province.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Auto industry in search of alternative fuel
Auto industry in search of alternative fuel DaimlerChrysler Southeast Asia Pte Ltd. presented the first fuel- cell powered car in Southeast Asia to Singapore's National Environment Energy on July 19, which was followed by the opening of BP's first hydrogen refueling station to support the project. The German automaker also hosted a one-day seminar on alternative energy. The Jakarta Post's Primastuti Handayani was ivited by DaimlerChrysler to Singapore to cover the event.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
BNI records profit, changes logo
BNI records profit, changes logo The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The country's third largest lender, Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI), said on Wednesday it expects to post a net profit of more than Rp 1.5 trillion (US$167.41 million) for the first semester, close to the profit it posted during the same period last year.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Singapore growth on track despite interest rate hikes, China slowdown
Singapore growth on track despite interest rate hikes, China slowdown Agence France-Presse, Singapore Singapore should achieve its economic growth target this year despite risks from rising interest rates, higher oil prices and a slowdown in the Chinese economy, the central bank said on Wednesday. Koh Yong Guan, managing director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore, said the world's economic recovery should support the trade-reliant domestic economy's robust growth.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Five provinces get new police chiefs
Five provinces get new police chiefs Abdul Khalik, Jakarta National Police chief Gen. Da'i Bachtiar installed on Wednesday five new provincial police chiefs as part of the force's latest reshuffle. Da'i said the tour of duty was needed to keep the police operating effectively, particularly due to the retirement of some high-ranking officers. "This is a normal tour of duty.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tough punishments for people who litter
Tough punishments for people who litter After having traveled recently to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, I am asking myself: Why is Jakarta the only city of the four where trash is found virtually everywhere, in residential areas, along busy streets, in parks, in rivers and so on. Nowhere else have I seen so many people littering and burning waste.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Poisonous fish sent to Denpasar
Poisonous fish sent to Denpasar KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: East Flores Regency Police sent on Wednesday the sample of cooked puffer fish to a forensic laboratory in Denpasar, Bali to bring to light the death of five local residents in Sina Malaka subdistrict here. The five local residents perished after eating the poisonous puffer fish, which they caught in nearby waters. Chief of East Flores Regency Police Adj. Sr. Comr.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Dismissal of school committees to be recommended
Dismissal of school committees to be recommended Damar Harsanto, Jakarta The City Council commission overseeing public welfare revealed on Wednesday that it had received reports from parents on burdensome school fees and would recommend the dismissal of the school committees responsible. "We shall recommend to Governor Sutiyoso that he dismiss school committees in the city as they have failed to alleviate the burdens that parents have to shoulder," Commission E councillor Audi Z Tambunan said.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
*Police on high alert ahead of election Page 2
*Police on high alert ahead of election Page 2 *Puteh officially stripped of powers in Aceh Page 4 *Costly tuition draws more complaints Page 5 *Still doubts over future of democracy in Indonesia Page 6 *Council may recommend school committee's dismissal Page 8 *Williams dominates Harkleroad to reach third round Page 9 *Palestinian crisis continues despite Querie's decision Page 11 *Govt toughens stance on mining Page 13 *Auto industry in search of alternative fuel Page 17
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tourism must benefit the poor, says expert
Tourism must benefit the poor, says expert Sari P. Setiogi, Jakarta The government needed to ensure its tourism policies benefited the poor, who often ended up worse off after tourism, an expert warned on Tuesday. Gadjah Mada University's Center of Tourism Studies academic Moeljarto Tjokrowinoto said current policies on tourism mostly benefited big business -- multinational hotel chains and resorts -- leaving little or nothing for the common people.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Abuse of maids in Malaysia slammed
Abuse of maids in Malaysia slammed Agencies, Jakarta/Kuala Lumpur Thousands of Indonesian maids in Malaysia are victims of physical and mental abuse and are denied basic rights, with scant legal protection, a human rights group said on Wednesday. The U.S.-based Human Rights Watch said many maids were raped or assaulted, worked up to 18 hours a day, seven days a week and denied even their meagre pay of less than $0.25 an hour.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/5/FLU
JP/5/FLU Vaccination drive planned as bird flu returns ID Nugroho Surabaya/Jakarta Bird flu, which ravaged the poultry industry in Asia several months ago, has resurfaced in several parts of Indonesia, killing thousands of chickens on Java island. The government announced on Wednesday plans to launch a massive vaccination drive in an effort to curb the spread of avian flu.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Fruit of paradise' grows in Cibodas
'Fruit of paradise' grows in Cibodas Theresia Sufa, Bogor The fig tree (Ficus carica) brought to Indonesia by President Megawati Soekarnoputri from her visit to Libya in November 2003 had grown well in Cibodas Botanical Gardens, producing its first fruit. Known as tin where it grows in the Mediterranean region, figs were highly prized for both their medicinal and dietary value centuries ago and were known as an important fruit of commerce.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
2019: Deadline for democracy in Indonesia
2019: Deadline for democracy in Indonesia Meidyatama Suryodiningrat, Washington As anticipation grows in the lead-up to the Sept. 20 presidential runoff, one of the pertinent questions that we need to ask ourselves is as follows: Does the advent of direct, free and fair presidential and legislative elections secure the future of the democratic system in Indonesia? The short answer is "no".
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
KPU to destroy ballot papers
KPU to destroy ballot papers JAKARTA: The General Elections Commission (KPU) decided on Wednesday that perforated ballot papers in the July 5 polls could be disposed of only after a president is installed on Oct. 5. KPU deputy chairman Ramlan Surbakti said that although the ballot papers could be considered state documents, they had to be destroyed after the elected president was sworn in, considering the quantity.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Young RI cartoonist goes international
Young RI cartoonist goes international Boudewijn Brands, Contributor/Amsterdam Within the wide span of the definition of art, one would not immediately think of cartoons as art. Cartoons are often associated with people who are too lazy (or not-yet-educated enough) to read. Cartoons existed a long time before that electronic visual medium, the television, was introduced.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Costly tuition again draws complaints
Costly tuition again draws complaints The Jakarta Post, Semarang/Jayapura/Padang The new academic year began on Monday after a three-week holiday, and as in previous years, parents complained about the high tuition and education costs. Despite regional autonomy, education remains expensive for most Indonesians, particularly those of the low-income bracket.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. 5EDU (1x30)
1. 5EDU (1x30) Costly tuition again draws complaints OR Costly tuition draws more complaints 2. 5MEKAR (2x24) Council agrees on creation of North Kalimantan 3. 5DPRD (2x33) West Java councillors may get Rp 3.5 billion 'welcome money' 5. 5PENYU (1x44) Turtles under threat in West Sumatra, Yogyakarta
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
TNI, police told to leave C. Sulawesi
TNI, police told to leave C. Sulawesi Tiarma Siboro and Ruslan Sangadji, Jakarta/Palu Several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) called for the withdrawal of reinforcement troops and police personnel from Central Sulawesi on Wednesday for their failure to stop renewed attacks in Poso and Palu.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tangerang asks EU's help on pollution issues
Tangerang asks EU's help on pollution issues Multa Fidrus, Tangerang The Tangerang regency administration is seeking the assistance of the European Union to help deal with devastating environmental problems, including severe river pollution caused by industrial waste and coastal erosion. Regent Ismet Iskandar said that he had delivered the proposal to visiting representatives from the European Union Parliament in the hope of working in cooperation with individual EU member countries.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. NEWMONT: 3 LINES, 15 COUNTS
1. NEWMONT: 3 LINES, 15 COUNTS Government to probe suspected pollution from Newmont mine 2. WB: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS NGO alliance demands audit of World Bank loans to Indonesia 4. BADAWI: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS Malaysia PM pledges to mobilize world's Muslims to rebuild Iraq 5. TKW: 1 LINE, 32 COUNTS Abuse of maids in Malaysia slammed
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. FLU: 48 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 15
1. FLU: 48 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 15 Bird flu back in some regions 2. COALITION: 36 pt, 2 cols, 2 x 14 Golkar offers solid coalition 3. ASIACUP: 30 pt, 1 cols, 4 x 9 Host China crushes RI 5-0 in Asian Cup 4. AWARD: 30 pt, 5 cols, 1 x 45 Teenagers awarded for exemplary social service
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police increase security ahead of September runoff
Police increase security ahead of September runoff The Jakarta Post, Medan National Police Chief Da'i Bachtiar announced on Wednesday he would instruct police nationwide to remain on high alert ahead of the Sept. 20 presidential runoff. Da'i's statement came after a recent spate of violent attacks occured throughout the country.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
West Java councillors may get Rp 3.5 billion 'welcome money'
West Java councillors may get Rp 3.5 billion 'welcome money' Yuli Tri Suwarni and Slamet Susanto, Bandung/Yogyakarta After approving a Rp 500 million clothing allowance for new councillors, the West Java provincial council approved another Rp 3.5 billion (US$368,421) to cover the extra expenses of the incoming councillors, including their house renovations. This latest allocation, which was proposed by the provincial council's budget committee, was hammered out last Friday.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. Mine (1x28)
1. Mine (1x28) Tough new decree on mining planned or Govt toughens stance on mining 2. Apindo (1x30) Tax incentive could up investment 3. BNI (2x20) BNI records profit, changes logo
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pakistani, Indian FMs push for peace talks
Pakistani, Indian FMs push for peace talks Reuters, Islamabad Foreign ministers from India and Pakistan met on Wednesday to advance a fledgling peace process and discuss divided Kashmir, the root cause of decades of hostility between the nuclear-armed neighbors. Pakistani Foreign Minister Khursheed Mehmood Kasuri held informal talks with his Indian counterpart Natwar Singh on the sidelines of a regional forum to discuss where the road map to peace is leading the South Asian neighbors.
Thu, 22 Jul 2004, 00:00 WIB
Death toll in Asia from flooding as on July 21, 2004:
Death toll in Asia from flooding as on July 21, 2004: Total 853 Bangladesh 140 Nepal 80 Pakistan 5 India 310 China 300 Vietnam 18 Source: Agencies