Archive: 5 August 2004
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Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Suspect admits to friend's murder
Suspect admits to friend's murder Evi Mariani, Jakarta Rakhmat Hartadi, or Adi, who is accused of stabbing a friend to death in July, confessed on Wednesday to committing the crime because the friend had offended him. "He called me poor and a liar," Adi, 19, told reporters. The suspect has been in custody at the Jakarta Police detention these past three weeks. In the afternoon of July 12, Adi visited Marco Immanuel Sibih, also 19, at his house in Pasar Minggu, South Jakarta.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
UN says child porn widespread in Philippines
UN says child porn widespread in Philippines Stuart Grudgings, Reuters/Manila Production of child pornography in the Philippines, often run by international syndicates, is far more widespread and systematic than previously thought, the head of the United Nations children's fund (Unicef) in the country said on Wednesday. Early results from a study into the problem commissioned by Unicef show that authorities have underestimated the problem in the Southeast Asian country, Dr.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
RP to interview Indonesian militant
RP to interview Indonesian militant PHILIPPINES: Filipino investigators will fly to Indonesia to interview a detained militant who allegedly received terrorist training at a rebel camp in the southern Philippines, police said on Wednesday. The Indonesian suspect, who goes by the single name of Mustaqim and allegedly has links with Jamaah Islamiyah (JI), was among seven people arrested by Indonesian antiterror police in the central Java town of Sukoharjo on June 30.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/1/hour
JP/1/hour Two die as partly built hotel collapses At least two workers died and 15 others were injured when part of a hotel under construction collapsed in Lamongan regency, East Java, on Wednesday. The accident occurred at around 3:30 p.m. in a coastal area on Jl. Dendeles in Paciran district, some 50 kilometers from Lamongan, when the victims and other workers were pouring concrete on the first, second and third floors of the structure.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police rush to complete Ba'asyir terror case file
Police rush to complete Ba'asyir terror case file Abdul Khalik, Jakarta Police are stepping up a gear in their effort to complete the case file on Abu Bakar Ba'asyir's alleged role in the JW Marriott Hotel bombing here last year, before his detention period expires in less than two months. National Police antiterrorism division director Brig. Gen.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Gunmen fire shots at prosecutor's home
Gunmen fire shots at prosecutor's home LAHAT, South Sumatra: Unidentified gunmen shot fired shots at the house of a Lahat regency senior prosecutor last month, but no fatalities were reported, it was revealed on Wednesday. Patuan Siahaan, an investigative officer at the South Sumatra Prosecutor's Office, said that the shooting happened on July 19 when Heryanto, the chief of Lahat Regency Prosecutor's Office, was watching television with his family at home.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Angie gets wild card for Bali tournament
Angie gets wild card for Bali tournament Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Indonesian Olympic hopeful Angelique "Angie" Widjaja has been given a wild card for the main draw of the Wismilak International women's tennis tournament in Bali, which she won in 2001. Angie, currently ranked 134th in the world, will be competing against some of the world's top tennis players in the tournament, which will run from Sept. 13 to Sept. 19.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. BATIK 2x16
1. BATIK 2x16 Batik towels, a new twist of old fabric 2. KOMA 1x30 'Republik Togog': If Moliere were Javanese
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
GM open two new dealerships
GM open two new dealerships JAKARTA: PT General Motors Indonesia (GMI) announced recently that it has opened two new Chevrolet dealerships in Bandung and Semarang to further strengthen its customer service outside the Greater Jakarta area. Both dealerships offer sales, service and spare parts services operated by two different companies. The dealership in Bandung is operated by PT Surya Sinergi Transportama under the Allbrite brand while the one in Semarang is run by PT Sun Motor.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
EU unveils aid for E. Timor, RI refugees
EU unveils aid for E. Timor, RI refugees BELGIUM: The European Union's executive branch announced on Wednesday aid of 1.75 million euros (US$2 million) for drought victims in East Timor and for refugees from civil conflict in Indonesia. Thousands in the former Indonesian territory of East Timor are still suffering from malnutrition after a two-year drought that ran to last year, the European Commission said.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
City insists on going ahead with Kijang taxis
City insists on going ahead with Kijang taxis The city administration intends to go ahead with plans to allow six-passenger Toyota Kijang taxis to operate despite the already fierce competition among taxi operators in the capital. However, the plan has been put on hold following the administration receiving letters that contradict each other from the Ministry of Communications' Directorate General of Land Transportation.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mega to perform minor pilgrimage
Mega to perform minor pilgrimage JAKARTA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri and her family are scheduled to depart for a minor umrah pilgrimage in Mecca on Thursday. An official at the presidential palace said on Wednesday that Megawati would perform the pilgrimage along with a 30-strong entourage, including husband Taufik Kiemas, daughter Puan Maharani and Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agil al-Munawar.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Honest and professional ministers
Honest and professional ministers From Republika The next president will soon be occupying the office for a five-year term. The president may even be reelected for another term if he or she succeeds in carrying out his or her duties. The government will run well only if the president and the Cabinet work together in an honest and professional manner. That means that all of the ministers will have to be capable in their respective fields.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
A business solution
A business solution The dialogs on Monday between the two presidential candidates -- Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and incumbent president, Megawati Soekarnoputri -- and national and foreign business leaders are greatly encouraging, as regards the future management of our economic problems.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia's Greek tragedy
Indonesia's Greek tragedy People in East Timor have, perhaps, one more reason justify why they voted for independence in 1999. As it has come to pass, freedom from Indonesian rule also means having the privilege to watch a live telecast of the centennial Olympics in Athens. Had they voted to remain a part of the country, they would not enjoy this privilege.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Livestock sold for water in Gunungkidul
Livestock sold for water in Gunungkidul Slamet Susanto and Nana Rukmana, Gunungkidul/Indramayu Wintolo, 56, a resident of Kemiri subdistrict, Gunungkidul regency, Yogyakarta, is confused. His family needs water to drink, but the wells of the area have held hardly any water since the dry season arrived a few months ago. The water shortage has forced Wintolo to sell his goat five days ago so he could buy water. "It was only worth Rp 120,000 (US$13), because it was still small," he said.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
KL won't force Proton to take on foreign partner
KL won't force Proton to take on foreign partner Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur The government will not force Malaysia's Proton to accept foreign shareholders despite considerable interest from abroad in the national carmaker, Trade Minister Rafidah Aziz said in remarks published Wednesday.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. USAID (3x10)
1. USAID (3x10) USAID grants RI $11.9m 2. KBC (2x25) KBC used forged documents to back its claim: Police
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
City back to normal ahead of Marriott bomb anniversary
City back to normal ahead of Marriott bomb anniversary Urip Hudiono, Jakarta A shop attendant in a large shopping mall in Central Jakarta recalled that in the wake of the Marriott blast on Aug. 5, 2003, all the employees had been ordered to be alert and to closely monitor shoppers. "If we saw a bag left unattended for more than five minutes, we would immediately alert the security guards, who would them check them," she said.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Slaughtering of stray animals
Slaughtering of stray animals The article on page 18 of the Aug. 3 edition of The Jakarta Post, concerning the feral cat population in San Juan, made me think about the parallels in our own city. "Roundups" of cats and dogs are being carried out more and more frequently in upmarket housing developments, hotel complexes and neighborhoods in Jakarta. The majority of these animals face a grisly and painful death by poisoning, drowning or by other means.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Kadin prepares business guidelines
Kadin prepares business guidelines Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Trade (Kadin) is currently drafting a comprehensive five-year business guideline for the upcoming new administration to resolve various protracted problems currently faced by the business community.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Orphanage caretaker sets fire to girl
Orphanage caretaker sets fire to girl TANGERANG: For 10-year-old Irma, life in the orphanage turned nightmarish on Tuesday after a caretaker intentionally set fire to kerosene she was standing near that resulted in Irma being hospitalized at Tangerang General Hospital for burns late on Tuesday. Irma, who lives in Al-Hanifah orphanage in Pasar Kemis, Tangerang regency, was in the kitchen when orphanage caretaker Henny Suryono saw that kerosene had spilled on the floor.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Marriott attack planners still on run
Marriott attack planners still on run Evi Mariani and Urip Hudiono, Jakarta "We have searched every possible location. My antiterror detectives have spent almost no time at home. We have also spent a large amount of money on the search," the antiterror director at the National Police, Brig. Gen. Pranowo, told The Jakarta Post on Wednesday. Still, the alleged masterminds of the Marriott hotel bombing in Jakarta, which took place exactly a year ago, Malaysian citizens Dr. Azahari and Noordin M.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Suspect named in Langkat blast
Suspect named in Langkat blast Apriadi Gunawan, Medan The North Sumatra provincial police announced on Wednesday that they plan to put into custody one of the victims of a recent grenade explosion -- for illegal possession of an explosive device. Binjai Chief Detective Adj. Comr. Dhani K.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Wild oxen run amok in Sabrangan
Wild oxen run amok in Sabrangan JEMBER, East Java: Two wild oxen, from Watangan mountain, ran amok in Sabrangan subdistrict, Jember regency, on Wednesday, injuring two local residents. The head of the Jember Natural Conservation Body (BKSDA), Adnan Aribowo, said that they oxen ran amok because their habitat in the Watangan mountain was hit by drought. "They are desperately seeking food and water," said Adnan.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Damages sought for marine pollution
Damages sought for marine pollution JAKARTA: Indonesia plans to seek damages from a Singaporean company for marine pollution resulting from the sinking of one of its ships off the Karimun islands in Riau. State Minister for the Environment Nabiel Makarim said on Wednesday he would discuss the issue with his Singaporean counterpart. "We are evaluating the situation and plan to seek damages," Nabiel said after meeting with President Megawati Soekarnoputri.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Two traditions collide in BMW X3 Yogyakarta test drive
Two traditions collide in BMW X3 Yogyakarta test drive M. Taufiqurrahman, Yogyakarta The main tourist destinations of Yogyakarta and neighboring Central Java offer a range of attractions, from majestic cultural heritage sites to wild and magnificent nature -- which may have been the draw for PT BMW Indonesia when it picked the region to test drive its new X3.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Fire victims get free health service
Fire victims get free health service JAKARTA: Many fire victims -- whose houses in Sawah Besar, Central Jakarta, were burned down on July 25 -- have suffered from respiration problems such as coughs and flu, according to Liliaty Wijaya, a doctor with the Husada Hospital on Jl. Mangga Besar, Central Jakarta. The hospital provided free medical services to around 1,000 victims on Wednesday, starting at 9:30 a.m. A total of 35 doctors and 10 nurses were deployed to serve the victims.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Spotlight
Spotlight TNT TNT'S CONCERN FOR CHILDREN: Leading logistics and express delivery company TNT Indonesia's President Director, Colin Moran, (left) hands a cheque for a donation of Rp 142 million (about US$15,800) to United Nations World Food Program Country Director for Indonesia Mohamed Saleheen. The funds were raised through the company's second "Walk the World" program, participated in by over 1,000 people on July 18, 2004. The funds will be used to help poor children in Indonesia.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Achieving peace through exercise of inner power
Achieving peace through exercise of inner power Jagadhita, Contributor/Denpasar About 20 years ago, a restless young man, Sumadi Kertonegoro, arrived at the serene village of Ubud, Bali, to seek peace. Not only did he find what he was seeking, but he also was able to share his enlightenment with others, particularly Westerners, through a spiritual exercise school. The native of Surakarta, Central Jakarta, became restless upon witnessing a violent act in his hometown back in 1976.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Lawyer barred from seeing Chaubey
Lawyer barred from seeing Chaubey MEDAN: Irham Buana Nasution, the lawyer of Ayodhya Prasad Chaubey, a drug dealer on death row, threatened on Wednesday to file a lawsuit against two government officials for barring him from seeing his client. The two officials in question were the chief of the North Sumatra Prosecutor's Office and the warden of Tanjung Gusta Penitentiary. That was the third time his request had been rejected in the last three weeks. The rejection is in violation of Law No.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Wiranto's lawyers fail to present evidence, again
Wiranto's lawyers fail to present evidence, again Muninggar Sri Saraswati and Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, Jakarta For the second consecutive day, lawyers for eliminated presidential candidate Wiranto were unable on Wednesday to present convincing evidence of their claims that the four-star retired Army general had been deprived of 5.4 million votes in the July 5 election. Their failure prompted a Constitutional Court justice to warn the lawyers not to make false representations about their claims.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
More Buyat residents air complaints
More Buyat residents air complaints Abdul Khalik, Jakarta Eleven more residents from around Buyat Bay, Minahasa, North Sulawesi, came to National Police Headquarters on Wednesday in an attempt to convince investigators that they were suffering symptoms of illness due to the effects of pollution. Most of the residents had developed swellings on various parts of their bodies, including four babies whose lips, faces and torsos had swollen up. Others complained of headaches, nausea and cramps.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Schools must teach pupils to think
Schools must teach pupils to think Iwan Pranoto, Bandung It has now become very difficult to make predictions about our future with a high degree of precision. In the industrious age human beings might easily have predicted what the future might look like in the subsequent 30 years. However, at present, we do not have that luxury anymore. We cannot foretell precisely what kind of world and existence we will have in 30 years from now.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Walking still an uneven affair along Jl. Thamrin
Walking still an uneven affair along Jl. Thamrin Leony Aurora, Jakarta A walk in Jakarta is no walk in the park. Under scorching sun and suffocating haze, pedestrians invariably end up walking along the road because the sidewalks -- if there are any -- are either small, full of potholes, electricity poles or vendors, or a combination of all the above. But a stroll in front of Nikko Hotel on Jl. Thamrin, Central Jakarta, is well worthwhile.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
No special access at UI
No special access at UI From Kompas In response to the comment in Kompas on July 17, on the "special channel" for an ineligible candidate wishing to join the University of Indonesia (UI) by making a payment of Rp 75 million, the following explanation is necessary to straighten things out.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Philippines' Aguinaldo named best emerging ASEAN artist
Philippines' Aguinaldo named best emerging ASEAN artist Emmy Fitri, Bangkok The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Art Awards ended on Wednesday in Bangkok with Filipino artist Leonard L. Aguinaldo being named Best Emerging ASEAN Artist 2004. Aguinaldo won the US$15,000 grand prize for his carved rubber work God is on our Side. Five other artists received Juror's Choice Awards, which also came with $5,000 prizes.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
DHL Danzas to expand RI market
DHL Danzas to expand RI market Fitri Wulandari, Singapore DHL Danzas Air and Ocean (DHL Danzas), the global freight provider and logistics arm of DHL, plans to set up more facilities in Indonesia by the end of the year to gain from the nation's improving economy and increased trade within Southeast Asia. "Indonesia is a very interesting market.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Minister blames autonomy for increased labor abuses
Minister blames autonomy for increased labor abuses Ridwan Sijabat, Jakarta Labor conditions in Indonesia have not improved, partly due to weak labor supervision following the poor implementation of regional autonomy, says Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea. The minister conceded that many companies are infringing on core labor standards and labor norms in employing workers.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Megawati says no rush with TNI bill
Megawati says no rush with TNI bill Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and Kurniawan Hari, Jakarta While most legislators appeared highly enthusiastic about continuing deliberations on the crucial Indonesian Military (TNI) bill and endorsing it next month, President Megawati Soekarnoputri said on Wednesday the bill required further review.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
KPU rejects demands for longer campaign
KPU rejects demands for longer campaign M. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta The two candidates contesting the Sept. 20 presidential runoff will likely have little time reaching out for the public, as the General Elections Commission (KPU) dismissed on Wednesday increasing calls to extend the three-day campaign period. Independent poll observers have called on the commission to extend the designated Sept. 14 to 16 campaign period to provide an equal opportunity for all candidates.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Republik Togog': If Moliere were Javanese
'Republik Togog': If Moliere were Javanese Paul Agusta, Contributor The intrigues of a manipulative religious leader seeking political power, and the desperate machinations of a deformed goddess seeking to regain her previous resplendence and former lover, collide extravagantly each evening on the stage of Gedung Kesenian Jakarta, Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Parents complain of illegal fees
Parents complain of illegal fees Damar Harsanto, Jakarta Susi Herawati filed a complaint with the City Council on Wednesday that a state elementary school in Warakas, North Jakarta, required her to pay Rp 200,000 (US$21.7) as a "guarantee" that her son would be admitted to the school. "A teacher at the school told me to give the principal an envelope containing Rp 200,000 if I wanted my son to be admitted," she said, adding that she put Rp 100,000 in the envelope instead.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
3 x 17
3 x 17 Evicted students occupy W. Sumatra council building JP/5/shoot 1 x 44 Police officer demoted over wrongful shooting JP/5/SUSPECT 1 x 35 Police name suspect in grenade blast JP/5/FEE 2 x 26 South Sulawesi govt raises hospital fees by up to 300% JP/5/SITUS 1 x 56 Archeological sites in danger in East Java, Lampung
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Lifter Lisa gets way in mother row
Lifter Lisa gets way in mother row Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta The National Sports Council (KONI) and its affiliated weightlifting body PABBSI have bowed to lifter Lisa Rumbewas' demand that her mother be allowed to accompany her to Athens for the Olympics. Lisa, who hails from Papua, reportedly left training camp on Tuesday after being informed that her mother Ida Korwa, who is also Lisa's private trainer, was not included on the list of athletes and coaches going to Athens.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
S'pore abuzz over Temasek's NOL bid
S'pore abuzz over Temasek's NOL bid Jake Lloyd-Smith, Associated Press, Singapore The Singapore government's powerful investment arm sent waves through the city-state's stock market on Wednesday after it made a surprise S$2.82 billion (US$1.6 billion) cash bid for the world's seventh largest shipping group.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Govt sees limited oil-hike impact
Govt sees limited oil-hike impact The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government indicated on Wednesday it can still afford to keep domestic fuel prices at current levels without harming the state budget despite soaring oil prices in the international market. Oil prices rose to fresh record highs of US$44.28 per barrel in New York and $40.82 in London during the day amid supply concerns, shattering global financial markets.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
South Sulawesi govt raises hospital fees by up to 300%
South Sulawesi govt raises hospital fees by up to 300% Andi Hajramurni, Makassar The South Sulawesi provincial government is facing rising public anger over its decision to raise fees at state hospitals, medical service units and blood transfusion units by between 50 percent and 300 percent. Protesters began taking to the streets of the provincial capital Makassar even before the fee increases took effect on Sunday, and their anger has not abated.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police officer demoted over wrongful shooting
Police officer demoted over wrongful shooting Ruslan Sangadji, Palu Comr. Rickly Naldo, the former operational chief for the Palu Police in Central Sulawesi, was demoted on Wednesday over a wrongful shooting by officers under his command. Ricky has been transferred to Central Sulawesi Police Headquarters with no position, according to a top police officer. Central Sulawesi Police chief Brig. Gen.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
USAID grants RI $11.9m
USAID grants RI $11.9m The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) granted an additional US$11.9 million to the government on Wednesday to help improve the provision of basic services and technical assistance. USAID mission director in Indonesia William M. Frej said the U.S was committed to helping Indonesia, which he described as having enormous potential as a trading partner.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Govt should provide sports centers'
'Govt should provide sports centers' Jakartans have the Bung Karno sports complex in Central Jakarta and a few other, smaller sports facilities. However, not all the facilities are well maintained or frequently used. The Jakarta Post asked some people where they go to exercise. Wirati Surya, 23, is a journalist for a law and business magazine.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
KBC used forged documents to back its claim: Police
KBC used forged documents to back its claim: Police Abdul Khalik, Jakarta The police have accused U.S.-based Karaha Bodas Company (KBC) of using fake documents in its lawsuit against state oil and gas firm PT Pertamina at the International Court of Arbitration. National Police anticorruption chief Brig. Gen.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Eyebox for Kadin story
Eyebox for Kadin story 12 economic programs proposed by Kadin 1. Reforming taxation system, institution and procedures 2. Adjusting labor regulations to attract investors 3. Improving legal certainty 4. Infrastructure development 5. Identification of strategic industry 6. Simplifying bureaucratic procedures 7. Improving partnership between government and businesses 8. Revitalization of human resources productivity 9. Fortifying small and medium enterprises 10.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Chrisjon set for tricky match against Pacquiao
Chrisjon set for tricky match against Pacquiao Musthofid, The Jakarta Post World featherweight champion Chrisjon, 25, may face a tricky title bout against No.1 contender Filipino Manny Pacquiao in the midst of seeking another promoter after the departure of Daniel Bahari. Chrisjon won his World Boxing Association (WBA) title last year in Bali and defended it successfully this June against Osamu Sato in Tokyo.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cash-strapped teacher invited to Germany
Cash-strapped teacher invited to Germany JAKARTA: A teacher from Garut, West Java, will represent Indonesia at the 4th Asia-Europe Classroom International Conference in Germany in September. Deny Suwarja, 38, a biology teacher at Cibatu State Junior High School No. 1 in Garut, was selected on account of his work in introducing a new method of teaching called Science Beyond the Classroom (SBC).
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
JP/17/FORD
JP/17/FORD Space for everyone in the new Ford Everest Nitza Arbi and Zatni Arbi Contributor/Jakarta Like most other Asians, we Indonesians are well known for the cohesiveness of our extended families. We always stick together. The good thing is that we always have people to provide us with support in times of trial and adversity. The downside is that the social cost is quite high. When it comes to choosing our family car, the preponderance of the extended family becomes quite obvious.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Space for everyone in the new Ford Everest
Space for everyone in the new Ford Everest Nitza Arbi and Zatni Arbi, Contributor/Jakarta Like most other Asians, we Indonesians are well known for the cohesiveness of our extended families. We always stick together. The good thing is that we always have people to provide us with support in times of trial and adversity. The downside is, as a friend recently said, the social cost is quite high.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Nissan Serena back with more features
Nissan Serena back with more features Novan Iman Santosa, Jakarta Automobile enthusiasts surely remember a smart multipurpose van (MPV) during the late 1990s that looked like it was one step ahead of everything else on the market, without much competition to face. The Nissan Serena was first introduced in 1996, although it was only around for two years.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
* Kadin prepares business guidelines for upcoming govt Page 3
* Kadin prepares business guidelines for upcoming govt Page 3 * Police rush to complete Ba'asyir file Page 4 * E. Java and Lampung archeological sites deteriorate Page 5 * Globalization and postgenocide democracy Page 6 * Jakarta Police raid two pirated-CD makers Page 8 * U.S. basketball dream team gets lesson from Italy Page 9 * Thai human rights record 'worse under Thaksin' Page 11 * KBC used forged documents to back its claim: Police Page 13 * New Serena back with more features Page 17
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Breathing fresh air is difficult sometimes in Bali
Breathing fresh air is difficult sometimes in Bali Wahyoe Boediwardhana, Denpasar Bali is celebrated for its natural beauty, yet, in recent years, a high number of people here have been treated for respiratory problems, which are reportedly caused by increasing air pollution on the island.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Archeological sites in danger in E. Java, Lampung
Archeological sites in danger in E. Java, Lampung ID Nugroho and Oyos Saroso H.N., Surabaya/Bandarlampung The condition of an ancient statue found on a farm in Mojopuro subdistrict, Gresik regency, about 30 kilometers north of Surabaya, was a sad sight. Around the object, likely crafted during the Majapahit Kingdom hundreds of years ago, grew weeds and wild grass, adding to the impression that no one cared about the important historical relic.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police seize pirated CDs, nab alleged manufacturers
Police seize pirated CDs, nab alleged manufacturers Evi Mariani, Jakarta The Jakarta Police confiscated 273,000 pirated video compact discs (VCDs) and audio compact discs (CDs) from three locations in Greater Jakarta over the weekend, police chief Insp. Gen. Firman Gani revealed on Wednesday. "In subsequent raids, we also detained seven suspects of copyrights violations," he told a media conference. Detective top officer Sr. Comr.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Hundreds of new legislators mired in legal problems
Hundreds of new legislators mired in legal problems M. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta Over 200 new members of the House of Representatives, the Regional Representatives Council (DPD) and local legislatures are implicated in legal problems that could end up with their having to resign their seats, the Election Supervisory Committee (Panwaslu) says.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
2. 1 x 32
2. 1 x 32 More Buyat residents air complaints 3. 2 x 27 Police rush to complete Ba'asyir's case files 4. 2 x 27 Mega guarantees freedom of the press: KPI 5. 1 x 42 Minister blames autonomy for increased labor abuses
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
No Olympics TV upsets RI athletes
No Olympics TV upsets RI athletes Eva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Indonesian athletes taking part in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens said they were disappointed that local TV stations would not be broadcasting the Games, depriving viewers back home the opportunity to watch their home athletes in action. All 10 TV stations here have decided not to broadcast the Olympics, citing weak commercial value and expensive broadcast packages.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
No need to propose Cabinet
No need to propose Cabinet From Koran Tempo Indonesian businessmen have urged that the two presidential candidates in the runoff announce the proposed lineup of their cabinets, particularly those to be tasked with economic matters. "It is important to announce the economic team right now, as otherwise it will be like buying a cat in a bag," said Sofyan Wanandi, chairman of the Indonesian Employers Association. I do not agree.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
RP exports rise 8.2% in June
RP exports rise 8.2% in June MANILA: Philippine exports in June rose 8.2 percent from a year earlier to US$3.313 billion, the seventh consecutive monthly rise, the government said on Wednesday. For the six months to June exports rose 8.5 percent to $18.7 billion, the National Statistics Office said in a statement. Electronic products in June grew 17.7 percent from a year ago to 2.275 billion pesos and made up 68.7 percent of total exports for the month.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mega guarantees freedom of the press: Commission
Mega guarantees freedom of the press: Commission Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri told the nation's broadcasters on Wednesday that she would not impose any new restrictions on the country's press, even though there have been suggestions that her administration has been curbing freedom of expression.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Malaysian duck infected with low-risk bird flu detected in S'pore
Malaysian duck infected with low-risk bird flu detected in S'pore Agence France-Presse, Singapore A duck imported into Singapore from Malaysia has been detected with bird flu although it is a low-risk strain and will not lead to a local outbreak of the deadly disease, authorities here said. Singapore has suspended duck imports from the farm in Perak state that the infected bird came from as a precautionary measure, the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) said in a statement late on Tuesday.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Evicted students occupy W. Sumatra council building
Evicted students occupy W. Sumatra council building Syofiardi Bachyul Jb, Padang Some 400 poor students who were evicted from their government- owned school in the West Sumatra capital Padang took over the provincial legislative council on Wednesday in protest of their treatment. Accompanied by their teachers, the students from the private Dhuafa Nusantara vocational school held classes in the council building on Wednesday.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tempo won't buy Indofarma unit
Tempo won't buy Indofarma unit JAKARTA: Publicly listed pharmaceutical company PT Tempo Scan Pacific decided on Wednesday to call off its plan to acquire health care distribution firm PT Indofarma Global Medika (IGM), a unit of ailing state-owned pharmaceutical company PT Indofarma. In its report to the Jakarta Stock Exchange, Tempo said that the decision was made after the company received a valuation report from an independent appraiser, the Center for Investment and Business Advisory.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, August 5, 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, August 5, 2004 .TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions * Drawing Installation by Made Wianta, Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 979253), until Aug. 15. * 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. * Cartoon The Art of Jango Pramartha, Griya Santrian Hotel, in Sanur, Jl. Danau Tamblingan, until Sept. 25.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta hosts Asia Pacific jamborees
Jakarta hosts Asia Pacific jamborees JAKARTA: Jakarta will host the first Asia-Pacific Air Internet Jamboree (API) and the Asia-Pacific Air Jamboree (APA) from Aug. 6 through Aug. 8 at the Cibubur camping ground, East Jakarta. "The Indonesian Scouts executive board is proud to host such events," deputy chairman Parni Hadi said on Tuesday. Indonesia has been organizing similar events, including the Jamboree On the Air (JOTA), since 1955, and the Jamboree On the Internet (JOTI), since 1991.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Petronas to compete in b'ball tournament
Petronas to compete in b'ball tournament JAKARTA: The Petronas Malaysia basketball team has confirmed that it will participate in a four-way regional women's basketball tournament being hosted by Mahaputri Britama at the Kelapa Gading Sports Mall in North Jakarta, from Aug. 9 to Aug. 11. Also taking part in the event will be Thailand's top women's team, Bangkok Bank, and the Singaporean national team, which confirmed their participation last month.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Toyota holds technician contest
Toyota holds technician contest JAKARTA: PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) held a National After-Sales Service Skills Contest divided into five divisions: general repairs, service advisor, spare parts, body repair and paint repair. There were 46 participants from Toyota's main dealers of Auto 2000, New Ratna Motor, Agung Automall, Hadji Kalla and Hasjrat Abadi.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Chrisjon set for tricky match against Pacquiao
Chrisjon set for tricky match against Pacquiao Musthofid The Jakarta Post World featherweight champion Chrisjon, 25, may face a tricky title bout against No.1 contender Filipino Manny Pacquiao in the midst of seeking another promoter after the departure of Daniel Bahari. Chrisjon won his World Boxing Association (WBA) title last year in Bali and defended it successfully this June against Osamu Sato in Tokyo.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mega's camp plays down defection
Mega's camp plays down defection Tiarma Siboro, Jakarta An aide to presidential candidate Megawati Soekarnoputri played down on Wednesday the defection of some legislators from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) to the Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono camp, saying that the defectors were not from the party's mainstream. Sukowaluyo Mintoharjo, a member of the Megawati campaign team, also said that every party member was free to decide on what he wanted to do ahead of the election.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Batik towels, a new twist of old fabric
Batik towels, a new twist of old fabric Tarko Sudiarno, Yogyakarta After shirts, dresses, scarves, bedcovers and cell phone pouches, come batik towels. Tri Asayani, 24, a textile design student at the School of Arts and Design at the Bandung Institute of Technology, made a real breakthrough when she thought of using batik motifs to decorate towels. Thirty of her batik towels were recently displayed at Bentara Budaya Yogyakarta.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia may lose acid market in China
Indonesia may lose acid market in China An Indonesian chemical industry group has urged the government to push China to cut tariffs against their stearic acid products so that they can better compete with Malaysians, who are aggressively selling their products in the world's most populous nation.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004, 00:00 WIB
Pirated VCDs and DVDs
Pirated VCDs and DVDs From Media Indonesia When I went to Cempaka Mas shopping center in Cempaka Putih, Central Jakarta, I was surprised to find vendors openly selling pirated VCDs and DVDs there at a very low price. When the law on intellectual property rights came into effect last year, the authorities conducted intensive raids to eliminate the distribution of pirated VCDs and DVDs as otherwise Indonesia would be penalized by the World Trade Organization (WTO).