Archive: 23 September 2004
78 articles found
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
KONI considers age limit for PON
KONI considers age limit for PON Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Sport Council (KONI) is considering an age limit for the National Games (PON) in response to criticism that young athletes are being shut out of the quadrennial sporting showcase. KONI secretary-general Djohar Arifin said on Wednesday the issue of an age limit for PON would be discussed during a meeting in Samarinda, East Kalimantan, next February.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Golkar splinter group seeks Akbar's downfall
Golkar splinter group seeks Akbar's downfall The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Yogyakarta The internal split within Golkar Party is intensifying, with a group of dissident politicians seeking to unseat chairman Akbar Tandjung and reopen the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) corruption case in which he was acquitted.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
MPR convenes for final session
MPR convenes for final session The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) will commence its final session here on Thursday for five days before ending its five- year term late this month. The session, to be attended by less than 700 members of the country's highest Assembly, will cost around 30 billion (US$3.3 billion) and will be tightly guarded by police. It will mark the final meeting of the lawmakers elected in 1999.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Car Free Day campaign revs up
Car Free Day campaign revs up A plaque signed by New York mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani on Sept. 13, 1999, to commemorate the centennial of Henry H. Bliss' death was meant to "promote safety on streets and highways", as well as to remember Bliss as "the first recorded motor vehicle fatality". The date of Bliss' death initiated the UN-endorsed Car Free Day movement around the globe.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Dow Jones, Jakarta
Dow Jones, Jakarta Indonesian shares ended lower on Wednesday on profit-taking, with renewed concerns about the weakness of the rupiah hurting overall sentiment, dealers said. "Selling wasn't that heavy, however," said a trader with a European securities firm. Dealers said the underlying sentiment toward Indonesian shares remains positive on expectations that the expected new government could fix the sluggish economy, crack down on rampant graft, and provide new jobs.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Domestic courier industry needs fair regulation
Domestic courier industry needs fair regulation Debbie A. Lubis, Contributor, The Jakarta Post The local courier industry has enjoyed rapid growth over the past several years thanks to a significant growth in economic activities in the country's provinces outside Java. The association of the Indonesian delivery companies (Asperindo), however, said that the lack of a sound regulations could hamper the local courier companies' future growth. According to the association, Law No.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Thursday, September 23, 2004
TV Program: Thursday, September 23, 2004 .TB.30" .90" TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:05 Religious Teachings 8:30 Music: Asyik-Asyik 10:00 Talk Show: Wirausaha 11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Moral of the election: Out of touch, out of the race
Moral of the election: Out of touch, out of the race Endy M. Bayuni, Jakarta One of the chief lessons we take away from Monday's election is that our political elite, as represented by the mighty Nationhood Coalition, is completely out of touch with reality at the grassroots level.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Courier giants upbeat in Indonesian market
Courier giants upbeat in Indonesian market Hendarsyah Tarmizi, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The world's major express and logistics companies remain confident about the long-term prospects of the Indonesian courier market despite uncertainties in the country's foreign trade. Big players such as DHL, Fedex, TNT and RPX believe the long- term prospects for the Indonesian courier market remain bright, although many problems still hamper Indonesia's international trade.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Telkomsel expects 3G license soon
Telkomsel expects 3G license soon Tony Hotland, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta PT Telekomunikasi Seluler (Telkomsel) expects to obtain a frequency license to run third-generation technology-based radio network before the end of the year to capitalize on the growing demand for cellular services offered by the technology.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
JSX urges brokers to use new trading facilities
JSX urges brokers to use new trading facilities Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta The Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) warned securities firms that are members of the bourse to begin using new remote trading facilities by the end of 2005, in a bid to improve trading efficiency. JSX president director Erry Firmansyah said the use of the remote trading facilities would be mandatory for securities firms, and the failure to comply with the order would result in sanctions.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Papua 'walk the walk' before voting
Papua 'walk the walk' before voting Nethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post/Jayapura Walking one or two days to vote is not usual for the people of Papua, Indonesia's easternmost province. In Jayawijaya regency, for example, one of the most remote and mountainous regencies in the province, people have to walk for at least one day to reach the district capital to vote.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Former artisan Handiwirman offers freshness
Former artisan Handiwirman offers freshness Carla Bianpoen, Contributor/Jakarta Amid the many art exhibitions in the capital, Handiwirman's solo exhibition at the Nadi Gallery opened without the usual luster, yet the mixed-media paintings of the onetime artisan are a refreshing break from the banalities currently seeping into the art scene.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Hacker uses Internet cafe to access KPU site
Hacker uses Internet cafe to access KPU site JAKARTA: A witness in the trial of hacker Dani Firmansyah confirmed that the defendant had used one of his computers to break into the General Elections Committee (KPU) website. Heru Dwiarta Hernata, owner of Warna Internet cafe in Yogyakarta, said that Dani used one of the cafe's computers after Fuad, a staffer of the cafe, gave him the password.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Sept.22
Rupiah Rates Sept.22 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 6,719.89 6,010.13 6,398.89 6,330.90 Brunei dollar 1 5,641.44 5,046.17 5,371.95 5,315.50 Canadian dollar 1 7,399.21 6,620.84 7,045.75 6,974.22 Swiss franc 1 7,591.46 6,791.75 7,228.82 7,154.24 Danish krone 1 1,578.48 1,411.59 1,503.07 1,486.93 Euro 1 11,737.66 10,501.10 11,176.96 11,061.56 Poundsterling 1 17,112.62 15,311.75 16,295.16 16,128.98 Hong Kong dollar 1 1,221.34 1,092.98 1,163.00 1,151.31...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Vendors on bicycles face tough traffic
Vendors on bicycles face tough traffic Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Priyanto never thought that selling soya bean milk on his bicycle was a tough job that required him to put his life at risk. Pedaling his old bicycle everyday from his home in Tambora, West Jakarta, to the National Monument (Monas) park, offices in Harmoni, Istiqlal Mosque and Senen market in Central Jakarta, the 34-year-old braved the vicious city traffic.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Sept.22
Rupiah Rates Sept.22 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 6,719.89 6,010.13 6,398.89 6,330.90 Brunei dollar 1 5,641.44 5,046.17 5,371.95 5,315.50 Canadian dollar 1 7,399.21 6,620.84 7,045.75 6,974.22 Swiss franc 1 7,591.46 6,791.75 7,228.82 7,154.24 Danish krone 1 1,578.48 1,411.59 1,503.07 1,486.93 Euro 1 11,737.66 10,501.10 11,176.96 11,061.56 Poundsterling 1 17,112.62 15,311.75 16,295.16 16,128.98 Hong Kong dollar 1 1,221.34 1,092.98 1,163.00 1,151.31...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Judges to take oath before Oct. 20
Judges to take oath before Oct. 20 Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Anticorruption Court is expected to start operating before Oct. 20, when the next president is expected to take his or her oath. Chief Justice Bagir Manan said on Wednesday that Cabinet Secretary Bambang Kesowo had told him that President Megawati Soekarnoputri would swear in nine judges before Oct. 20. "He said that the President had not sworn in the judges due to the presidential campaign.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Susilo's win good for democracy
Susilo's win good for democracy The Nation, Asia News Network, Bangkok The expected landslide victory of former general Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in Indonesia is significant for two reasons: First, it shows that despite myriad problems afflicting the world's most populous Muslim country, democracy is working well. Second, the new leader may well put Indonesia back on track as a key player within ASEAN.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
1. CIVIL: 2 LINES, 20 COUNTS
1. CIVIL: 2 LINES, 20 COUNTS SBY's imminent win spurs concern over democracy, rights 2. MEDIA: 1 LINE, 28 COUNTS Media boosts SBY's win: Experts 3. SULAWESI: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS West Sulawesi becomes Indonesia's 33rd province 4. DRUGS: 1 LINE, 36 COUNTS Nigerian gets death for drug smuggling
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Disgruntled guards seize ballot boxes in Jayapura
Disgruntled guards seize ballot boxes in Jayapura Nethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post/Jayapura About 120 polling station guards in Jayapura, Papua, have seized three ballot boxes to protest what they claim is the authorities' failure to pay them for their work in Monday's presidential election. The protesters also set fire to their official hats during a demonstration at the office of South Jayapura district head Evert Meraudje on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Investors await for positive signs from new govt
Investors await for positive signs from new govt Zakki P. Hakim The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The upcoming new government of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who looks set to win the election runoff in a landslide, must immediately show that it is determined to move quickly to resolve the country's economic ills to win the hearts of crucial foreign investors, said experts at the launch of the 2004 World Investment Report here.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
'Experts back findings in Buyat case'
'Experts back findings in Buyat case' Abdul Khalik/Sari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Police claim that at least six experts from different offices have supported their finding that Buyat Bay in Minahasa, North Sulawesi, was polluted with heavy metals. But they did not clarify whether these experts fingered U.S.- run mining company PT Newmont Minahasa Raya as the cause.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
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Indonesia has fresh chance with democracy Greg Barton Jakarta 2. Nation -- Susilo's win good for democracy 1 x 30 Susilo's win good for democracy The Nation Asia News Network Bangkok 3. Strait -- New leader, new hopes 1 x 30 New leader brings new hopes The Straits Times Asia News Network Singapore
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI elections may be positive for reforms: S&P
RI elections may be positive for reforms: S&P The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said on Wednesday that Indonesia's presidential elections, where preliminary results point to a victory for Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, are not expected to herald major policy shifts, but could be positive for reforms over the medium term.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Megawati and history
Megawati and history The first-ever direct presidential election took place on Monday. The quick count jointly conducted by Metro TV and the Institute of Research, Education and Information of Social and Economic Affairs (LP3ES) shows that Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has won the election. The official count by the General Elections Commission (KPU) has yet to be completed. Susilo, popularly known by his initials as SBY, has received congratulations from friends and relatives.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Susilo's victory spells death for political elitism
Susilo's victory spells death for political elitism Ong Hock Chuan, Jakarta The presidential runoff on Monday was a watershed event in Indonesian politics. It marks the day when elite politics finally died, six years after the Reformasi deal it a mortal blow. With its demise Indonesia now has a better hope to see the transparency and accountability that has been so slow in coming. Elite politics is actually a holdover of the Soeharto years where one man held all the real power.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Councillors agree with protesters
Councillors agree with protesters PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: Hundreds of students staged a noisy protest as the 64 new members of the South Sumatra legislature were sworn in on Wednesday. The protesters demanded that the councillors sign a political contract, in which they vow to stay clear of corruption and focus on improving people's welfare in designing policies.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
New leader brings new hopes
New leader brings new hopes The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore Indonesia's transition from a feudal-military entity has taken its biggest leap so far with the peaceful electoral transfer of power to a new President. Near-complete returns show that 122 million voters have handed victory to Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, a former general and security minister in two administrations, against the incumbent, Megawati Soekarnoputri, by the forecast 60-40 percent margin.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cirebon Mayor violates election rules: KPU
Cirebon Mayor violates election rules: KPU Nana Rukmana and Slamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post/Cirebon/Yogyakarta Cirebon General Elections Commission (Cirebon KPUD) has found a strong indication that Cirebon Mayor Subardi violated regulations in the election campaign, a top poll official said on Wednesday. The violation took place because the mayor failed to take leave while campaigning for Megawati ahead of the Sept. 20 presidential election runoff.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Detainees admit to pledging to be suicide bombers
Detainees admit to pledging to be suicide bombers Abdul Khalik/Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Some of the 10 people now under police custody have confessed they were recruited by Malaysian fugitives Azahari bin Husin and Noordin Moh. Top to perpetrate suicide bombings, National Police chief Gen. Da'i Bachtiar said.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Institute opens American corner
Institute opens American corner MEDAN: Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agil Husin Al Munawar inaugurated on Tuesday "the American Corner" in the State Islamic Institute's (IAIN) library. The section is expected to broaden the students' knowledge on the United States' stance toward Islam, representative from the U.S. Embassy Lewis Amselem said. Located on the third floor of the library, the section has a collection of more than 1,150 U.S. journals in both CD and DVD form.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Religious complex, brothels form uneasy neighbors
Religious complex, brothels form uneasy neighbors Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The city administration says it is determined to push ahead with the construction of the Jakarta Islamic Center in Kramat Tunggak, North Jakarta -- an area that was previously home to hundreds of brothels -- so as to thwart the return of prostitutes to the locality. "We've already finished the first-stage construction of the grand mosque.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, September 23, 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, September 23, 2004 .TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions * Textile, Rare Textile from All Part of Indonesia, at the Gallery of Alila Ubud Hotel, Malinggih Kelod Village, Payangan Gianyar, Sept. 25 to Oct. 20. * Art Within Moving Shadows by I Nyoman Sujana (Kenyem), at Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort Bali, Jimbaran, 10 am to 6 pm, until Sept. 23. * Painting Retrospective by John Hardi, at Octopus's garden restaurant Lovina (Tel. 0362 42031), until Sept. 30.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
House askes SBY to mull fuel hike
House askes SBY to mull fuel hike Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The incoming government should consider raising fuel prices at home later this year in a bid to cut losses caused by the burgeoning cost of the nation's fuel subsidy that could cripple state finances, the House of Representatives state budget commission said.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
BPK lists AGO among top abusers
BPK lists AGO among top abusers Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The Attorney General's Office (AGO) -- the state body supposedly in the frontline in the fight against corruption -- topped the list of state institutions that have committed "irregularities" in the management of state funds, according to the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK).
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Migrant workers flee to Nunukan
Migrant workers flee to Nunukan Rusman, The Jakarta Post/Nunukan Fearing a crackdown by the Malaysian government, Indonesians working in Malaysia, both legally and illegally, have descended on Nunukan regency, East Kalimantan province, to obtain or extend immigration documents. The number of Indonesian migrant workers arriving in the regency has reached 75 to 100 per day.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
ORIX Indonesia Finance:
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Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Lippo Karawaci to issue new shares
Lippo Karawaci to issue new shares JAKARTA: Property developer PT Lippo Karawaci plans to issue between 512.7 million and 1.025 billion new shares to raise cash to finance new projects. "We expect to raise up to Rp 1 trillion (US$109.89 million) from the issue as our biggest shareholders will be ready to buy unsold shares," company spokesperson Danang Kemayan Jati said on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Factions eye eviction law revision
Factions eye eviction law revision Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The intention of City Council factions to revise a bylaw on public order is good news for those living on riverbanks, beside railway tracks and in designated green zones if it is not just another empty promise by politicians. Bylaw No. 11/1988 on public order has become a nemesis for such squatters because it authorizes the city administration to demolish their homes without compensation.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Ubud to host writers' festival
Ubud to host writers' festival Ubud will host a special festival bringing together distinguished writers, artists, scholars and filmmakers from around the world to share experiences, expertise and dialog to strengthen the relationship between "East" and West." Held from Oct. 11 through Oct.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Government to allows embassies to fortify walls
Government to allows embassies to fortify walls The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city is expected to give its approval soon on the construction of three-meter-high concrete walls at several embassies amid security concerns following the Sept. 9 bomb attack outside the Australian Embassy in South Jakarta. However, Governor Sutiyoso said once the construction of the walls was finished, the U.S.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Police not on the ball, 'bomb' explode
Police not on the ball, 'bomb' explode Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post/Tangerang Fifteen Jakarta Police bomb squad members armed with SS-1 and AK- 74 rifles boarded a Boeing 747-400 Garuda Indonesia airplane at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after a bomb threat forced the plane to make an emergency landing. Four of the officers had bomb detectors. They located a bomb in a toilet, but had been warned of another bomb on board.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
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Susilo's victory spells death for political elitism Ong Hock Chuan Jakarta 2. Jati -- When will they ever learn? 1 x 30 When will the political elite ever learn? J. Soedjati Djiwandono Jakarta
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Western concepts and political decision
Western concepts and political decision You printed excellent reports on the activities of the fourth Conference of the European Association for Southeast Asian Studies (EUROSEAS) held in Paris, from Sept. 1 to Sept. 4 mainly in Sorbonne in the Sept. 9, 10 and 14 editions of The Jakarta Post, but the reports missed the Panel 18 that took place in French Parliament. I would like to highlight the conclusion of Panel 18 that is very essential for explaining democracy in Indonesia.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bandung wages war on HIV/AIDS
Bandung wages war on HIV/AIDS BANDUNG: More than 2,000 used syringe needles were destroyed in Bandung, West Java, on Wednesday in an effort to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS cases in the city. The needles were incinerated by non-governmental organization activists from the HIV/AIDS Prevention Regional Committee (KPAD) for West Java, and other related agencies. Needles are often shared by injecting drug users, thus increasing the number of people living with HIV/AIDS among them across Indonesia.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Oil firms temporarily settle dispute
Oil firms temporarily settle dispute The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Oil and gas companies Pertamina, PetroChina, and ExxonMobil Corp. have temporarily settled their dispute about the operation and revenue sharing of the Sukowati oil field, a government official said on Tuesday.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Thursday, September 23, 2004
TV Program: Thursday, September 23, 2004 .TB.30" .90" TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:05 Religious Teachings 8:30 Music: Asyik-Asyik 10:00 Talk Show: Wirausaha 11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
*SBY's imminent win spurs concern over democracy, rights Page 2
*SBY's imminent win spurs concern over democracy, rights Page 2 *Foreign observers praise democratic RI election Page 4 *Cirebon mayor violated election rules: KPU Page 5 *Susilo's victory spells death for political elitism Page 6 *Vendors on bicycles face tough traffic Page 8 *Roma forfeits Dynamo match, hit with stadium ban Page 10 *Haiti battles for aid as floods kill 700 Page 11 *Investors await positive signs from new government Page 13 *Brazil's Lula is savior in northeast Page 20
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Private schools get bomb threat
Private schools get bomb threat BOGOR: Students at the private Regina Pacis and Bunda Hati Kudus Catholic schools in Bogor were sent home on Wednesday after the two schools received bomb threats over the phone. The caller(s) at Regina Pacis said that a bomb was planted at the school and would explode at 11 a.m. The bomb threat turned out to be a hoax. The first call was made by an unidentified man at 6:30 a.m. to Regina Pacis' administration office. Another call was made at 6:50 a.m.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia has fresh chance with democracy
Indonesia has fresh chance with democracy Greg Barton, Jakarta The quiet nature of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's emphatic victory speaks of the nature of the challenges and opportunities facing Indonesia's new president. There is little antipathy but considerable ambivalence felt towards Susilo. Clearly his better than expected performance suggests that in the final week many undecided voters decided to get behind him and give him a chance.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Chief Justice backs Press Council in dispute settlement
Chief Justice backs Press Council in dispute settlement Sari P. Setiogi and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Chief Justice Bagir Manan has thrown his backing behind the Press Council serving as a legally recognized mediation center for disputes involving media. "I support the idea because it will mean that not all cases (involving the media) are brought to court," Bagir said in his office on Wednesday. Under the Press Law No.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
West Sulawesi becomes Indonesia's 33rd province
West Sulawesi becomes Indonesia's 33rd province Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The House of Representatives passed the bill establishing West Sulawesi as a province on Wednesday, bring the number of provinces in the country to 33. The plenary meeting was enlivened by the donning of traditional costumes of the Mandar tribe by Deputy House Speaker Soetardjo Soerjogoeritno, who presided over the meeting, and Minister of Home Affairs Hari Sabarno.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Riau bans chickens from Malaysia
Riau bans chickens from Malaysia PEKANBARU, Riau: The province of Riau has banned the entry of chicken and eggs from Malaysia following reports on the spread of bird flu in the neighboring country, a local official said on Wednesday. "Up to now, we have yet to reopen the imports of chicken, beef and eggs from Malaysia," Riau husbandry office head Agustaruddin said, adding that the imports were temporarily stopped a month ago.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
TV Program: Thursday, September 23, 2004
TV Program: Thursday, September 23, 2004 .TB.30" .90" TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi 7:05 Religious Teachings 8:30 Music: Asyik-Asyik 10:00 Talk Show: Wirausaha 11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Mom, newborn die at home
Mom, newborn die at home JAKARTA: Siti Martiah, 22, and her newborn baby were found dead by neighbors in Sukapura subdistrict, Cilincing, North Jakarta on Tuesday afternoon. Jakarta Police reported on Wednesday that the woman had hemorrhaged after giving birth. She had given birth unassisted by neighbors or a midwife. The baby apparently died during delivery. Neighbors said Siti Martiah lived alone in the house.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Observers praise RI democratic poll
Observers praise RI democratic poll Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and M. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Overseas election observers from the Carter Center and European Union (EU) praised on Wednesday the first ever direct presidential election in Indonesia as genuinely democratic and peaceful. In separate meetings with President Megawati Soekarnoputri, the observers noted that a number of changes needed to be made to improve the country's electoral process in the future.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI adopts pact to protect nonsmokers
RI adopts pact to protect nonsmokers JAKARTA: Indonesia has signed the Gyeongju Declaration on tobacco control among Asia-Pacific countries in a bid to protect nonsmokers. "The declaration calls upon governments, business and individuals in Asia to protect nonsmokers from exposure to secondhand smoke and end all forms of direct and indirect tobacco advertisements," said pulmonologist Tjandra Yoga Aditama.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Media boosts Susilo's win: Experts
Media boosts Susilo's win: Experts Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The likely victory of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in the presidential poll confirms the significant role the media plays in the country's politics, experts say. With over 101 million ballots counted, the Susilo-Jusuf Kalla ticket remained on top with 61.1 percent of the vote by 10 p.m. Wednesday, compared to opponent Megawati Soekarnoputri and running mate Hasyim Muzadi's 38.8 percent.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Adrian defies police summons
Adrian defies police summons JAKARTA: The main suspect in the Rp 1.7 trillion BNI scandal Adrian Waworuntu defied on Wednesday the police summons to appear for his official transfer to the custody of the prosecutor's office. National Police spokesman Insp. Gen. Paiman said the police would put Adrian on their wanted list if he failed to turn up by midnight on Wednesday. However, National Police director for special crimes Brig. Gen.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia to resume migrant workers' deportation
Malaysia to resume migrant workers' deportation Malaysia will resume a planned massive deportation of some 700,000 illegal Indonesian immigrants after the move was deferred due to Indonesia's presidential elections, reports said on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Kuta Karnival to bring joy to Bali
Kuta Karnival to bring joy to Bali Kuta and beyond will come alive with series of joyful events, parades, sports competitions and art performances for 10 consecutive days starting Sept. 24 through Oct. 3. First held in 2003, the Karnival will become an annual event to encourage friendships and brotherhood among people living and visiting Kuta and beyond.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Activists worry about Susilo's possible victory
Activists worry about Susilo's possible victory Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The imminent victory of Gen. (ret) Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in the Sept. 20 election runoff may jeopardize attempts to uphold human rights and democracy, NGO activists say. Citing his military background, activists said on Wednesday they would remember his campaign promises.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Bali stages touch rugby tournament
Bali stages touch rugby tournament The Jakarta Touch Rugby Club will hold its second Bali International Touch Rugby Tournament at Lapangan Banteng, Seminyak, as part of this year's Kuta Karnival. The one-day tournament, held on Oct.2 at 10 a.m, is expected to bring together teams from Jakarta, Singapore and Malaysia as well as family members and supporters. Jointly organized by The Works, ProMotion Events and Jakarta Touch Rugby Club, The tournament will attract hundreds of spectators.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Tonton withdraws from Tour d'Indonesia
Tonton withdraws from Tour d'Indonesia Musthofid, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Indonesia's hopes in the upcoming Tour d'Indonesia cycling race were dealt a blow when Tonton Susanto announced his withdrawal due to injury here on Wednesday. "I still feel the effects of my broken right shoulder. If I force myself to take part in the race, I'm afraid I would disappoint the team," Tonton said during a media conference at Le Meridian Hotel.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Eurokars opens BMW dealership
Eurokars opens BMW dealership JAKARTA: In an effort to strengthen its network in Indonesia and boost customer satisfaction, PT BMW Indonesia signed an agreement with PT Eurokars Chrisdeco Utama on Wednesday to establish a new dealership in Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta. "We hope 50 percent of our sales next year will be contributed by BMW," said Karsono Kwee, chief commissioner of Eurokars. Singapore-based Eurokars also holds the dealerships for Porsche, Rolls Royce and Saab.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Election day fell on good day in Bali
Election day fell on good day in Bali I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post/Denpasar The police officer took out his pager and showed the last message displayed on the beeper's green LCD screen. Red Jimny Katana D 183 KH, heading toward Nusa Dua, the message read. "We have been looking for that vehicle ever since. Until now we have not been able to locate it," he said.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
When will the political elite ever learn?
When will the political elite ever learn? J. Soedjati Djiwandono, Jakarta In a number of respects the elections of 2004 have been far different from any that we have experienced before in history. For the first time ever, we have used the so-called "open proportional system" for a legislative election. For the first time, too, we have directly elected the president and vice president.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
A new dawn ahead?
A new dawn ahead? With voting day in Indonesia's first direct presidential elections just three days behind us and 13 more days to go before the final results are made public, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who by all counts is certain to win the race, is closeting himself inside his home, quietly consulting with politicians and drafting a Cabinet whose makeup he is expected to disclose immediately after his installation by the national legislature on Oct. 5.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
RI signs convention on migrant workers
RI signs convention on migrant workers NEW YORK: Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirajuda signed on Wednesday the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families on behalf of the Indonesian government. Hassan said the signing proved Indonesia's commitment to protecting its migrant workers and their families, who reach some three million. Indonesia joined 26 other signatories including the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Investors await for positive signs from new govt
Investors await for positive signs from new govt Zakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The upcoming new government of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who looks set to win the election runoff in a landslide, must immediately show that it is determined to move quickly to resolve the country's economic ills to win the hearts of crucial foreign investors, said experts at the launch of the 2004 World Investment Report here.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Susilo unveils plans for first 100 days
Susilo unveils plans for first 100 days Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post/Bogor Challenger and favorite Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who is predicted to emerge the winner of the election runoff over incumbent, President Megawati Soekarnoputri, has begun to unveil plans for his first 100 days in power.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Kota Bunga's
Kota Bunga's elitism reeks From Media Indonesia As a customer of Kota Bunga in Cipanas, West Java, I was promised various facilities before buying a villa, including the use of a guesthouse twice, each time for three nights, while the villa is under construction. Three months ago, I made a request to use the guesthouse only to be rejected because it would be used by the company's executive directors and their families.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
JSX to delist Texmaco units in October
JSX to delist Texmaco units in October Rendi A. Witular, Jakarta The Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) plans to delist textile producer PT Texmaco Jaya and plastic producer PT Wahana Jaya Perkasa, two units of the once mighty Texmaco Group, next month as the two ailing companies are considered to be no longer able to sustain their operations.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Cat burglars make off with Rp 300m
Cat burglars make off with Rp 300m TANGERANG: Five armed robbers broke into a house on Jl. Cempaka in Ciputat, Tangerang, late on Tuesday, making off with Rp 300 million (US$33,204) in goods and cash. No one was hurt in the incident, which is now being investigated by the Ciputat Police. Police said three of the robbers entered the house, owned by Hari Harjono, 45, after they pried a window open. The other two waited outside.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Nigerian gets death for smuggling
Nigerian gets death for smuggling Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post/Tangerang Tangerang District Court sentenced to death on Wednesday Nigerian Daniel Enemuo alias Diarrassauba Mamadou, 28, for attempting to smuggle 1.150 grams of heroin into the country from Pakistan early in January. Earlier this month, the same court sentenced Nigerian citizen Silverster Obiekwe Nwolise, 39, to death, for smuggling in 1.2 kilograms of heroin from Pakistan in December.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
Asia to outperform this year, lower growth seen in 2005
Asia to outperform this year, lower growth seen in 2005 Cecil Morella, Agence France-Presse/Manila Developing Asia is set to outperform this year with higher- than-expected growth of 7 percent despite high oil prices but it will slow in 2005 in tandem with the developed world, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004, 00:00 WIB
EU, S. Africa praise Indonesia's democratic election
EU, S. Africa praise Indonesia's democratic election The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 25-member European Union (EU) and South Africa congratulated Indonesia on Wednesday for its peaceful first-ever direct presidential election and pledged to intensify relations with the world's largest Muslim-majority nation.