Archive: 30 June 2005
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Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Judicial system lacks strong leadership, proper oversight
Judicial system lacks strong leadership, proper oversight There is widespread public frustration over the contentious verdicts recently handed down by the district courts and Supreme Court in trying several high-profile cases.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Fatwa and ICW to end dispute
Fatwa and ICW to end dispute JAKARTA: People's Consultative Assembly Deputy Speaker A.M. Fatwa and the Indonesian Corruption Watch (ICW) agreed during a meeting on Wednesday to resolve a dispute sparked by a report from the corruption watchdog.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
ADB to help fight malnutrition
ADB to help fight malnutrition JAKARTA: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is providing "project preparatory technical assistance", or PPTA, to help develop a nutrition improvement program in six cities across Indonesia this year.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Rupiah Rates June 29
Rupiah Rates June 29 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 7,791.78 7,023.28 7,447.26 7,367.57 Brunei dollar 1 6,063.13 5,463.83 5,795.04 5,731.68 Canadian dollar 1 8,281.91 7,466.93 7,915.72 7,832.97 Swiss franc 1 7,965.02 7,180.77 7,612.84 7,532.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Govt to clean Senen overpass
Govt to clean Senen overpass JAKARTA: The Central Jakarta administration will clean the area under the Senen overpass of squatters and gambling activities."We have sent three notices since June 16 ... Time is up," Senen district head Rahman Siddik was quoted as saying by Antara on Wednesday,...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Restaurant targets teens for charity drive
Restaurant targets teens for charity driveThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe world's largest fast-food chain McDonald's is targeting teenagers in its latest fund-raising program to help the growing number of undernourished and undereducated children in the country.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Toba Pulp targets $5 million profit on increased output
Toba Pulp targets $5 million profit on increased outputApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, MedanShareholders of PT Toba Pulp Lestari Tbk (TPL) targeted the company's management to reap US$5 million profit, following two consecutive years of financial losses.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Arutmin withholds $50 million in coal royalty
Arutmin withholds $50 million in coal royaltyLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaLocal coal producer PT Arutmin Indonesia is withholding some US$50 million in royalties from its coal output, saying the government has not yet provided protection against unconventional mining practices.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
We need right kind of education
We need right kind of education You have raised pertinent issues in your article Traditional or alternative methods for our students (The Jakarta Post, June 11). Several concerns and issues of education have been raised in this article and it is a timely one.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Broadcasting commission a laughingstock to members
Broadcasting commission a laughingstock to membersTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPI) says an inadequate budget and legal uncertainty regarding its power have prevented it from exercising its legitimate mandate since its inception two years ago,...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Susilo to advise on suspects in Telkom case
Susilo to advise on suspects in Telkom caseThe government-sanctioned anticorruption team "still awaits President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's instruction and input" before naming suspects into alleged corruption at state telecommunications company PT Telkom.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Energy ministry OKs KPC divestment
Energy ministry OKs KPC divestmentLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has approved the plan of the country's largest coal producer PT Bumi Resources to divest its stake in subsidiary PT Kaltim Prima Coal (KPC), a government official says.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Nurturing Youth Entrepreneurship
Nurturing Youth Entrepreneurship President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on June 24, 2005 between Minister of Youth and Sports Affairs Adyaksa Dault and Ki Tony Agus Ardie, the coordinator of the Yogyakarta-based Task Force for the Empowerment of...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Foreign observers in Aceh to monitor likely peace deal
Foreign observers in Aceh to monitor likely peace dealNani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Banda AcehForeign observers arriving in Aceh to assess a likely peace deal between the government and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) went ahead with their schedule on Wednesday amid growing calls from legislators not...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Tokyo Electric buys stake in Paiton
Tokyo Electric buys stake in PaitonTOKYO: Tokyo Electric Power Co., Asia's biggest power producer, said it will pay US$137 million for a stake in PT Paiton Energy, an independent Indonesian generator, to benefit from rising power demand in Southeast Asia.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite lossesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaPublicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Indonesia's Consumer Confidence Recovers From Fuel-Price Shock
Indonesia's Consumer Confidence Recovers From Fuel-Price Shock Bloomberg/Jakarta Indonesia's consumer confidence rose in May as citizens began recovering from the shock of fuel price increases in March that pushed inflation to its highest in more than two years. The consumer confidence index rose 5.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Let Kuta Karnival 2005 spice up your holiday
Let Kuta Karnival 2005 spice up your holidayThe Jakarta Post, KutaThe annual Kuta Karnival returns this year encouraging everyone in the Balinese community as well as visitors to get ready to enjoy a summer of fun with family and friends.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Ailing Merpati puts government in a fix
Ailing Merpati puts government in a fixUrip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, JakartaAiling state-owned domestic airline Merpati Nusantara has left only two options for the cash-strapped government: restructure it or dissolve it, both of which could mean thousands of layoffs.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Indonesian pirates plead guilty to hijacking tanker
Indonesian pirates plead guilty to hijacking tankerTen Indonesian pirates, caught after a botched attempt to hijack an oil tanker off northern Malaysia, have pleaded guilty to armed robbery and face up to 20 years in jail and whipping, officials said on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
RI gets poor mark in education quality
RI gets poor mark in education qualityThe Jakarta Post, JakartaA number of Indonesian students have stolen the limelight in international scientific contests, but in general the country's standard of public education has failed to match that of its neighbors in the Asia-Pacific region.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Changes in the force
Changes in the force President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has finally made up his mind to promote his long-time friend and a police officer with a good track record, Comr. Gen. Sutanto, as the new National Police (Polri) chief. The appointment comes five months after current chief Gen.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Garbage investors shortlisted
Garbage investors shortlisted JAKARTA: City Sanitation Agency head Ramaboedi said on Wednesday that the administration was studying proposals by five investors who were serious about investing money in waste projects in the capital.The investors are local and foreign companies, he said.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Integrity and independence of state auditors
Integrity and independence of state auditorsAgam Fatchurrochman, Nottingham, United Kingdom The recent scandal at the General Elections Commission (KPU) involved not only intellectuals, human rights activists, civil servants and private companies but also auditors of the Supreme Audit Agency (BPK),...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Murder without motive -- the killing of Munir
Murder without motive -- the killing of MunirMeidyatama Suryodiningrat, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Why was Munir murdered? That question is unresolved. A fact-finding team, in its report to the president said Munir was killed because of his pro-democracy and rights activism.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Failed students on the rise
Failed students on the rise KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: The number of students failing the National Final Examination in Southeast Sulawesi had increased dramatically this year, an official said."The increase in the number of failed students was not only happening in Southeast Sulawesi, but in...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger lossesThe Jakarta Post JakartaPublicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Ending the cruelty of law
Ending the cruelty of lawChristine Susanna Tjhin, Jakarta Almost seven years after reform, the rule of law as one of the key pillars of democracy remains a fragile one. In law enforcement, we seek the certainty of the law, but what we get is the cruelty of the law.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Local elections only for big spenders
Local elections only for big spendersFrom RepublikaThe ongoing local leadership elections clearly show that local communities find it difficult to choose leaders of high caliber, despite the relatively smooth holding of the polls.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
RI plans to ban U.S. beef imports
RI plans to ban U.S. beef importsINDONESIA: Indonesia will ban imports of American beef and beef products starting from Thursday after the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed a second case of mad cow disease there last week, the Agriculture Ministry said on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
KPK urged to launch probe into corrupt judiciary system
KPK urged to launch probe into corrupt judiciary systemRidwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has been urged to look into reports and public complaints on allegations of corrupt practices over the handling of high-profile cases by the National...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Govt names Transtoto as new Perhutani president
Govt names Transtoto as new Perhutani presidentRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe government reshuffled on Wednesday the management of ailing PT Perhutani, the country's largest forestry company, following a lingering dispute between the company's management and its workers.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
SBY to send more messages
SBY to send more messages JAKARTA: President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said on Wednesday that he would continue sending text messages to people across the country."It will not stop here. I will send more messages," he said after paying his last respects to national independence hero Roeslan...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Economic integration drives growth in Asia
Economic integration drives growth in AsiaLuo Man, Asia News Network, China Daily/BeijingAsian countries may have to put aside their differences and work on a louder, more united voice as they grow in economic and political power."The western voice is much louder... The Asian voice is much lower...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger lossesThe Jakarta Post JakartaPublicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Govt to regulate history books
Govt to regulate history books JAKARTA: Minister of National Education Bambang Soedibyo said on Wednesday he would issue a decree on history textbooks for use in secondary schools in Indonesia."I will issue a special ministerial decree on history textbooks based on the 1994 curriculum," he said.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
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JP/ /The Philippines: A Reality CheckJamil Maidan Flores, Jakarta On the eve of the observance of the 107th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine independence, there seems to be little to celebrate, if you go by all the bad news bannered by the newspapers and blared by the other media.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Airlines in Asia's low-budget industry consider consolidation, alliance
Airlines in Asia's low-budget industry consider consolidation, allianceEn-Lay Yeoh, Associated Press, Singapore Singapore's low-cost carriers Valuair Ltd. and Jetstar Asia were considering an alliance while rival Tiger Airways said it also was mulling possible partnerships Wednesday - in what could...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Komnas HAM plans branch office in Palu
Komnas HAM plans branch office in Palu PALU, Central Sulawesi: The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) said on Monday it is exploring the possibility of opening a representative office in Palu, Central Sulawesi.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Asia slow to prepare for new disaster
Asia slow to prepare for new disasterBarry Nield, Agence France-Presse/Banda AcehAftershocks still jolt Indonesia six months after the huge quake and tsunamis that took Asia by surprise, but despite an urgent need to prepare for a new catastrophe, little has been achieved.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Adam wins fifth pool series in Yogyakarta
Adam wins fifth pool series in YogyakartaMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Adam A.R. improved his performance over the previous series to take the fifth series of the A Mild pool competition by defeating local hopeful Hadi S. 9-2 in the final here on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
EC helps RI curb deforestation
EC helps RI curb deforestation JAKARTA: Minister of Forestry Malam Sambat Kaban is scheduled to launch a joint project between the European Commission (EC) and Indonesia aimed at tackling deforestation in the country.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
60% of public transport vehicles are polluters
60% of public transport vehicles are pollutersBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA recent survey revealed that nearly 60 percent of 760 public vehicles taken as a sample in the study produced intolerable emission levels although they have passed the roadworthy test conducted by the Jakarta...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
1. COMMENTARY: 1 X 49
1. COMMENTARY: 1 X 49 Murder without motive -- the killing of Munir 2. ACEH: 3 X 15 Foreign observers in Aceh to monitor likely peace deal 3. DEFENSE: 1 X 32 Ministry seeks defense funds payout 4. SWISS: 2 X 24 60% of public transport vehicles are polluters
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
1. Discourse -- 42 pts 7 cols 1lines (1x45)
1. Discourse -- 42 pts 7 cols 1lines (1x45) Judicial system lacks strong leadership, proper oversight2. ANN -- 48 pts 4 cols 2lines (2x24) Economic integration drives growth in Asia 3. Drug -- 36 pts 3 cols 2lines (2x21) UN says world drug market a 'monster' of a problem 4.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Cepu deal being studied by ministry
Cepu deal being studied by ministryLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDespite the principal agreement reached by the government- sponsored team on the offshore Cepu oil block, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources still must evaluate the new contract after it is submitted by state oil...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
It was kiss but don't tell on Rice's visit to U.N.
It was kiss but don't tell on Rice's visit to U.N.Edith M. Lederer, Associated Press/United NationsIt was kiss but don't tell on Condoleezza Rice's first visit to the United Nations as U.S. secretary of state.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Golkar in the lead in Papua
Golkar in the lead in PapuaNethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post, JayapuraGolkar Party showed a strong hold in Papua as a provisional vote count on Wednesday showed that seven of the candidates it supported are likely to win elections in the province's 13 regencies and municipalities.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
RP to deport four Indonesians
RP to deport four IndonesiansPHILIPPINES: The Philippines will deport four Indonesians arrested for attempting to use fake visas to go to the United States, an immigration official said on Wednesday.The Indonesians - identified as Kian Lim Lie, Kusningsih Nji Sian, Supandi and Yudhi Sulistiyono -...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger lossesThe Jakarta Post JakartaPublicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Ministry seeks defense funds payout
Ministry seeks defense funds payoutThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Ministry of Defense wants an additional Rp 530.27 billion (US$55.23 million), which it requested last week to cover the costs of military operations in Aceh, to be disbursed by the end of this month.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
*Court system lacks strong leadership, close supervision Page 3
*Court system lacks strong leadership, close supervision Page 3 *RI gets poor marks for education quality Page 4 *Integrity and independence of state auditors Page 7 *PKS candidates strengthen lead in Depok poll Page 8 *Ailing airline Merpati puts govt in a fix Page 13 *Mayoral candidates...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Bomb explosions disrupt peace ahead of Poso regency election
Bomb explosions disrupt peace ahead of Poso regency electionRuslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, TentenaAs Poso residents brace for regency elections on Thursday, the peace was again shattered when a bomb exploded in an empty kiosk at the city's Pasar Central market on Wednesday morning.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Independence fighter Roeslan Abdulgani dies
Independence fighter Roeslan Abdulgani diesOne of the last men standing after the independence struggle, Roeslan Abdulgani, died on Wednesday morning at the Gatot Subroto Army Hospital, due to lung infection and a stroke.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
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;JP; ANPAk..r.. Supreme-audit-reform JP/6/opinion page Integrity and independence of state auditors Agam FatchurrochmanMA Student, Nottingham University Business School, lixaf2@nottingham.ac.uk The recent scandal in the National Election Commission involved not only intellectuals, human rights...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Bardi, committed regreening activist
Bardi, committed regreening activistBambang Muryanto, Contributor, YogyakartaPeople just call him Bardi. As a field forestry counselor, he has an impressive record of achievement as an environmentalist under his belt.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Explosion shakes Kemayoran residents
Explosion shakes Kemayoran residentsAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA small explosion took place in a crowded residential area in Utan Panjang, Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, early on Wednesday morning, weeks after a similar incident in Pamulang, Tangerang.City police spokesman Sr. Comr.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
AlamKulKul marks 16th anniversary
AlamKulKul marks 16th anniversary LEGIAN: To celebrate its 16th anniversary, the management of four-star AlamKulKul Boutique Resort at Kuta beach, Legian, is to launch two resort facilities to enchance its overall guest service.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
JP/20/BARDI
JP/20/BARDIBardi, committed regreening activist People just call him Bardi. As a field forestry counselor, he has an impressive record of achievement as an environmentalist under his belt. Since he was first assigned to Sedayu district, Bantul, Yogyakarta, in 1988, he has successfully regreened 382...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 29, 2005
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on June 29, 2005 _____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, June 30, 2005
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, June 30, 2005 .TB.30" 1.0" Kuta Carnival 2005* Balinese Dances at Satgas Pantai stage, Kuta beach: June 30, 4 p.m., Parwa dance drama; July 1, 4 p.m., Kecak dance and Legong dance; July 2, 4 p.m., Angklung Kreasi. * Surfing at S.K.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
TNI chief against leadership rotation
TNI chief against leadership rotation JAKARTA: Indonesia Military (TNI) chief Gen. Endriartono Sutarto expressed rejection on Tuesday of rotating the military leadership among its three forces. "I disagree with leadership rotation, because it means that if (the military chief is) now from the Army,...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Policewomen now deployed in Aceh camps
Policewomen now deployed in Aceh campsBarry Neild, Agence France-Presse/Banda AcehWhile most Indonesian child tsunami victims are being cared for by family or friends six months after the disaster, new fears are emerging that young survivors living in tightly packed camps are being exposed to new...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
JP/4/REPORT
JP/4/REPORT1 x 38 RI gets poor marks for education quality JP/4/4Adil32 x 28 KPK urged to launch probe into corrupt judicial system JP/4/KPI2 x 26 KPI a laughingstock to broadcasters JP/4/draft1 x 35 Freedom of info bill hangs in balance
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
'I talk to may teens, not interrogate them'
'I talk to may teens, not interrogate them'A non-governmental organization working to combat drug abuse among teenagers, the Cinta Anak Bangsa Foundation (YCAB), has published the results of a recent survey that shows one in two respondents has a tolerant attitude toward pornography while one in...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
TV Today: Friday, July 1, 2005
TV Today: Friday, July 1, 2005 .TB.30" .90"TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Tabaluga8:30 Music: Asik-Asik 9:30 Religious Teachings11:00 News: Berita Nusantara11:30 Koran Recital1:00 p.m.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Headings
Headings1. DEPOK -- 3x12 PKS candidates strengthen lead in Depok election 2. SCHOOL -- 1x32 Places available for new students 3. BLAST -- 1x34 Explosion shakes Kemayoran residents 4. MCD -- 1x40 Charity drive helps city's malnourished children or Restaurant targets teens for charity drive 5.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
RI criticizes UN team's report
RI criticizes UN team's reportIndonesia rejected the United Nations team of experts' report on the trials of alleged human rights violators in the then Indonesian province of East Timor and accused the UN commission of "distracting" reconciliation efforts between Indonesia and Timor Leste.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Candidates sportsmanlike to the end
Candidates sportsmanlike to the endI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, BaliThe moon was bright as though in anticipation of a favorable outcome, yet Peguyangan Palace was engulfed in an atmosphere of chilling defeat that Friday night.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
40 prosecutors for terror cases
40 prosecutors for terror cases AMBON, Maluku: The Maluku Prosecutor's Office has prepared at least 40 prosecutors to deal with various terror-related cases in the province.Head of the Prosecutor Office's investigative team, Elsi Demas, said on Wednesday that if 40 prosecutors were not enough to...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Caption for Advertorial CAC:
Caption for Advertorial CAC:Photo A:CACCyber Access Communication (CAC) Commercial Planning General Manager Leo Koesmanto (left) and Sony Ericsson Indonesia's Product Marketing Manager Samudro Seto show the new Sony Ericsson Z800i at the Sony Ericsson Expo 2005.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
National exam failure rate doubles this year
National exam failure rate doubles this yearMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIn contrast to a reported rise in the average pass grade, the number of students who failed the national final examinations this year rose by almost 100 percent, highlighting a widening gap between...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
More than just a book on old men and their cars
More than just a book on old men and their carsEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaTo commemorate its 25th anniversary last November, the Association of Indonesia Vintage/Classic Cars Lovers (PPMKI) launched a book this month about themselves and their cars.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Get rid of rotten people
Get rid of rotten peopleFrom Gatra I fully support President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's drive to rid the Presidential Palace of those involved in corruption. In this regard, I hope the President is not halfhearted in eradicating corruption.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Thousands of farmers protest new land decree
Thousands of farmers protest new land decreeThousands of farmers protest in the streets, carrying a large banner reading, "Land reform or SBY (President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono) resign", during a rally in Jakarta.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Freedom of info bill hangs in balance
Freedom of info bill hangs in balanceThe Jakarta Post, JakartaObservers criticized the government on Wednesday for what they see as its lack of commitment to transparency, as evidenced by its failure to respond to a House-drafted freedom of information bill.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
New challenges for Muhammadiyah
New challenges for MuhammadiyahHadjid Harnawidagda, Jakarta Muhammadiyah, the second biggest Muslim organization in Indonesia, founded in 1912 in Yogyakarta by the late Kyai Haji Ahmad Dahlan, will hold its 45th national congress or Muktamar in Malang, East Java, early next month.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
The cruelty of law: Reflecting the International Day on Anti
The cruelty of law: Reflecting the International Day on Anti JP/6/TJHIN Reform and the cruelty of law Christine Susanna Tjhin Jakarta Almost seven years after reform, rule of law as one of the key pillar of democracy remains a fragile one with holes and fungus.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
PKS candidates strengthen lead in Depok poll
PKS candidates strengthen lead in Depok pollAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaMuslim scholar Nur Mahmudi Ismail of the Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) maintained his lead over Badrul Kamal of the Golkar Party on Wednesday as election officials concluded vote counting in four districts in Depok,...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
RI, UNIDO sign assistance agreement
RI, UNIDO sign assistance agreementZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia has signed a technical assistance program with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) to improve its industrial efficiency, boost employment and protect the environment, said a minister.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Vietnam buys power from China
Vietnam buys power from China HANOI: Three northern Vietnamese provinces have started importing power from China's Yunnan province to meet increasing needs for electricity after a long drought created shortages, an official said on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Places available for new students
Places available for new studentsDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaWith student admission registrations for high schools starting in 10 days, the Jakarta administration has assured parents that there will be a place for every student as the number of places available is much higher than for...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005
Japan's whaling plans
Japan's whaling plans This year's annual meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) ended in usual acrimony.The only realistic formula potentially acceptable for both camps would be to ban commercial whaling on the high seas and limit catches to coastal whaling.