Archive: 30 June 2005
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Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Foreign observers in Aceh to monitor likely peace deal
Foreign observers in Aceh to monitor likely peace deal Nani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh Foreign 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 to internationalize the conflict in the province.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 Small and Medium Enterprises. The MoU is intended to facilitate the designing and implementing of joint programs to nurture youth entrepreneurship.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Energy ministry OKs KPC divestment
Energy ministry OKs KPC divestment Leony 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. The recommendation letter was issued last Friday, Director General of Geology and Mineral Resources Simon Sembiring said on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Susilo to advise on suspects in Telkom case
Susilo to advise on suspects in Telkom case The 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. Team coordinator Hendarman Supandji said that the team could not name any suspects as it had promised earlier because "there were too many cases that need further investigation".
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Broadcasting commission a laughingstock to members
Broadcasting commission a laughingstock to members Tony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 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, despite public calls for improvement in the country's broadcasting industry.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. Is Indonesian education one that is lagging behind other countries? As you have mentioned, overhauling the education system in Indonesia would be the most pressing need.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Arutmin withholds $50 million in coal royalty
Arutmin withholds $50 million in coal royalty Leony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Local 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, 00:00 WIB
Toba Pulp targets $5 million profit on increased output
Toba Pulp targets $5 million profit on increased output Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan Shareholders 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. TPL financial controller Loh Wing Yip said after the annual shareholders meeting on Wednesday that the North Sumatra-based company was upbeat about meeting its target due to increasing production.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Restaurant targets teens for charity drive
Restaurant targets teens for charity drive The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 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. Launched on Tuesday, the program, called "Dream with a Big Mac", offers anyone ordering the burger the chance to buy a limited-edition CD consisting of computer games and pop songs for Rp 12,273 (US$1.28).
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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, refusing to reveal the exact date of the eviction.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 7,532.78 Danish krone 1 1,651.02 1,488.43 1,578.02 1,561.40 Euro 1 12,298.14 11,089.68 11,754.37 11,633.32 Poundsterling 1 18,533.40 16,710.88 17,713.93 17,530.08 Hong Kong dollar 1 1,312.89 1,183.72 1,254.84 1,241.75...
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The bank has appointed the British Council to sign up international and local experts to help develop the program, which is expected to run from July 1 to Oct. 31.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The meeting was attended by Fatwa, Assembly Speaker Hidayat Nurwahid, senior lawyers M. Assegaf and Bambang Widjoyanto, ICW coordinator Teten Masduki and ICW member Luki Djani.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. Noted lawyer Todung Mulya Lubis spoke with The Jakarta Post's Ridwan Max Sijabat about the corrupt judiciary. Question: Why does the judiciary system still produce controversial verdicts amid the ongoing reform?
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Economic integration drives growth in Asia
Economic integration drives growth in Asia Luo Man, Asia News Network, China Daily/Beijing Asian 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... and I think this is not fair. I think we have to change this situation.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses The Jakarta Post Jakarta Publicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year. After the company's annual shareholders meeting, President Director Erick Thohir told reporters on Wednesday that his company would acquire up to 60 percent of PT Emas Indonesia Duaribu, the publisher of Chinese-language newspaper Harian Indonesia.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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, 00:00 WIB
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JP/ / The Philippines: A Reality Check Jamil 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, 00:00 WIB
Airlines in Asia's low-budget industry consider consolidation, alliance
Airlines in Asia's low-budget industry consider consolidation, alliance En-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 herald the first wave of consolidation in Asia's cutthroat budget airline industry.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The new branch office would be responsible for monitoring and dealing with human rights issues across Sulawesi island, deputy Komnas HAM chairperson Zoemrotin K. Susilo said in Palu after discussing the plan with Central Sulawesi Deputy Governor Rully Lamdjido.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Asia slow to prepare for new disaster
Asia slow to prepare for new disaster Barry Nield, Agence France-Presse/Banda Aceh Aftershocks 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. Warning systems, evacuation procedures and a swift emergency response to future disaster were promised after December 26, when a magnitude-9.3 tremor off Sumatra island left 180,000 people dead around the Indonesian ocean.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Adam wins fifth pool series in Yogyakarta
Adam wins fifth pool series in Yogyakarta Moch. 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. Adam, who finished runner-up in the fourth series in Jakarta a couple of week ago, took home the first prize of Rp 9 million (US$1 million), while Hadi was received Rp 4 million. "I'm happy that I won this series.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 Abdulgani, who passed away on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
60% of public transport vehicles are polluters
60% of public transport vehicles are polluters Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A 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 Transportation Agency. During roadworthy tests all public vehicles are required to have tolerable exhaust emission levels as stipulated in Gubernatorial Decree No.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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, 00:00 WIB
1. Discourse -- 42 pts 7 cols 1lines (1x45)
1. Discourse -- 42 pts 7 cols 1lines (1x45) Judicial system lacks strong leadership, proper oversight 2. 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. Timor -- 36 pts 3 cols 1line (1x35) RI criticizes UN team's report --- 6. Photos
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Cepu deal being studied by ministry
Cepu deal being studied by ministry Leony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite 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 and gas firm Pertamina.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 Nations It was kiss but don't tell on Condoleezza Rice's first visit to the United Nations as U.S. secretary of state. Rice and Secretary-General Kofi Annan said hello on Tuesday (Wednesday in Jakarta) by kissing on each cheek - a favorite UN greeting for diplomats - which the photographers loved. "They seem to like to see us kiss," Annan joked as the cameras clicked away in his 38th floor office.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Golkar in the lead in Papua
Golkar in the lead in Papua Nethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura Golkar 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, 00:00 WIB
RP to deport four Indonesians
RP to deport four Indonesians PHILIPPINES: 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 - were arrested separately on June 7 and 10 at Manila's international airport.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Integrity and independence of state auditors
Integrity and independence of state auditors Agam 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), which is mandated by the Constitution as the as the guardian of our national financial integrity.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite losses The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Publicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year. After the company's annual shareholders meeting, President Director Erick Thohir told reporters on Wednesday that his company would acquire up to 60 percent of PT Emas Indonesia Duaribu, the publisher of Chinese-language newspaper Harian Indonesia.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 5.7 points to 94.2 in May from April, according to Danareksa Research Institute in Jakarta, which commissioned ACNielsen to survey 1,700 respondents in six areas.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Let Kuta Karnival 2005 spice up your holiday
Let Kuta Karnival 2005 spice up your holiday The Jakarta Post, Kuta The 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, 00:00 WIB
Ailing Merpati puts government in a fix
Ailing Merpati puts government in a fix Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Ailing 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. State Minister of State Enterprises Sugiharto said during Wednesday's hearing with the House of Representatives' Commission V overseeing telecommunications, transportation and public works that each option was equally difficult.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian pirates plead guilty to hijacking tanker
Indonesian pirates plead guilty to hijacking tanker Ten 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. The men, ages 23-57, were charged with hijacking the Malaysian-registered Neptune Delima in the Straits of Malacca on June 14.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
RI gets poor mark in education quality
RI gets poor mark in education quality The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A 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, 00:00 WIB
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. Da'i Bachtiar failed to meet the 100-day deadline Susilo gave him in October to arrest alleged Malaysian terrorists Azahari and Nurdin M. Top.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The investors have been selected from at least 123 companies that submitted proposals to the agency.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Tokyo Electric buys stake in Paiton
Tokyo Electric buys stake in Paiton TOKYO: 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. Tokyo Electric will acquire the 14 percent stake from TransCanada Pipelines Ltd. and a finance unit of General Electric Co., the Tokyo-based company said in a statement on Wednesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Murder without motive -- the killing of Munir
Murder without motive -- the killing of Munir Meidyatama 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. That may have been an underlying reason, but hardly a solid motive for murder in an era of reformasi where censure and criticism are the rule rather than an exception.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 other provinces around the country," claimed head of the province's Education Office, Halili Sailan, on Tuesday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses The Jakarta Post Jakarta Publicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year. After the company's annual shareholders meeting, President Director Erick Thohir told reporters on Wednesday that his company would acquire up to 60 percent of PT Emas Indonesia Duaribu, the publisher of Chinese-language newspaper Harian Indonesia.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Ending the cruelty of law
Ending the cruelty of law Christine 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. According to the Indonesian Legal Aid and Human Rights Association's (PBHI) report for 2002, the police are responsible for 60 percent of reported cases of state violence.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Local elections only for big spenders
Local elections only for big spenders From Republika The 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. This phenomenon is connected with the high cost of standing in these elections. As a result, the chances of candidates who lack the necessary financial resources are slim. The elections, therefore, tend to be won by those with money.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
RI plans to ban U.S. beef imports
RI plans to ban U.S. beef imports INDONESIA: 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. Tri Satya Naipospos, the director of animal health at the ministry, said beef product imports approved before June 30 will still be allowed into Indonesia. She said around 500 metric tons of U.S.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
KPK urged to launch probe into corrupt judiciary system
KPK urged to launch probe into corrupt judiciary system Ridwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 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 Police, the Attorney General's Office (AGO) and courts. J.E.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Govt names Transtoto as new Perhutani president
Govt names Transtoto as new Perhutani president Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 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. After assessing possible candidates for about a year, the Office of the State Minister for State Enterprises named Transtoto Handadhari as the new president director of the company, replacing Marsanto.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The EC will donate 16,746,000 euro to finance the five-year project until 2010, while Indonesia will contribute only 1,765,000 euro, a statement from Kaban's office said on Monday.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
RI criticizes UN team's report
RI criticizes UN team's report Indonesia 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. "If the reported contents of the report are accurate, then clearly that sort of recommendation is one that we cannot support," foreign ministry spokesman Marty Natalegawa told AFP.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Candidates sportsmanlike to the end
Candidates sportsmanlike to the end I Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali The 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. A few hours earlier, the result of the ballot count had been announced.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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 deal with all the cases, more prosecutors could be assigned from outside the province.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Caption for Advertorial CAC:
Caption for Advertorial CAC: Photo A: CAC Cyber 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. CAC showcased its 3G services at the exhibition. Photo B: CAC A visitor watches a 3G demonstration by CAC female presenter using a Sony Ericsson Z800i handset.
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National exam failure rate doubles this year
National exam failure rate doubles this year Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In 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 provinces in the quality of secondary education.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
More than just a book on old men and their cars
More than just a book on old men and their cars Evi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta To 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, 00:00 WIB
Get rid of rotten people
Get rid of rotten people From 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. This corruption eradication drive, unfortunately, has yet to touch a number of institutions allegedly riddled with corruption. I hope the President is indiscriminate in his efforts to ensure his government is clean.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Thousands of farmers protest new land decree
Thousands of farmers protest new land decree Thousands 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. During the protest, President Susilo's convoy drove past the police cordon guarding the protesters.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Headings
Headings 1. 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. SPEAK -- 1x40 'I talk to my teens, not interrogate them'
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
New challenges for Muhammadiyah
New challenges for Muhammadiyah Hadjid 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, 00:00 WIB
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. By law enforcement, we seek for the certainty of law, but what we get is the cruelty of law.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
PKS candidates strengthen lead in Depok poll
PKS candidates strengthen lead in Depok poll Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Muslim 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, West Java.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
RI, UNIDO sign assistance agreement
RI, UNIDO sign assistance agreement Zakki 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. The deal, called Country Service Framework (CSF) II, includes a fund mobilization in a three-year program of up to US$10.51 million from donors, Minister of Industry Andung A.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The Ha Giang, Yen Bai and Tuyen Quang provinces will import up to 200 kilowatt hours (kwh) of power at a cost of 4.3 U.S. cent per kwh from now to the end of 2006, an Electricity of Vietnam (EVN) official told AFP.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Places available for new students
Places available for new students Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With 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 junior high school graduates.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
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. The anti-whaling nations should allow each country to make whaling decisions in their economic waters. Japan has the right to preserve its tradition of coastal whaling.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
JP/20/BARDI
JP/20/BARDI Bardi, 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 hectares of barren, hilly land in four villages: Argodadi, Argorejo, Argomulyo and Argosari. This has now become a forest that produces economic benefit for local people.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Ministry seeks defense funds payout
Ministry seeks defense funds payout The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 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. But these high expectations may be misplaced, with a member of the House of Representatives' budgetary committee describing the request as "impossible" and "ridiculous".
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
*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 sportsmanlike until the end Page 18 *Policewomen now deployed in Aceh camps Page 19 *Bardi, a committed regreening activist Page 20
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Bomb explosions disrupt peace ahead of Poso regency election
Bomb explosions disrupt peace ahead of Poso regency election Ruslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, Tentena As 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. No casualties or significant physical damage were reported in the incident. Another bomb exploded in the city on Tuesday night near the campaign office of a pair of candidates in the upcoming regency elections.
Thu, 30 Jun 2005, 00:00 WIB
Independence fighter Roeslan Abdulgani dies
Independence fighter Roeslan Abdulgani dies One 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. He was 91 years old and is survived by five children, one of whom was a member of the presidential medical team who had been treating him for almost the last two weeks, Hafild Abdulgani. Roeslan's wife Sihwati Nawangwulan died several years ago.
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;JP; ANPAk..r.. Supreme-audit-reform JP/6/opinion page Integrity and independence of state auditors Agam Fatchurrochman MA Student, Nottingham University Business School, lixaf2@nottingham.ac.uk The recent scandal in the National Election Commission involved not only intellectuals, human rights activists, civil servants and private companies but also auditors of the Supreme Audit Agency (Bepeka), which is mandated by the Constitution as the as the guardian of our national financial integrity.
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Bardi, committed regreening activist
Bardi, committed regreening activist Bambang Muryanto, Contributor, Yogyakarta 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 hectares of barren, hilly land in four villages: Argodadi, Argorejo, Argomulyo and Argosari.
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Explosion shakes Kemayoran residents
Explosion shakes Kemayoran residents Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A 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. Tjiptono said the explosion on Wednesday, which occurred at about 1 a.m., caused no injuries or physical damage. "The explosive device went off in front of an empty house in an alleyway.
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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. The two facilities are executive lounge AlamClub, which offers privileges for its guests and an air-conditioned Hospitality Suite, a modern interpretation of a conventional hotel reception.
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Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses
Abdi Bangsa to expand business despite bigger losses The Jakarta Post Jakarta Publicly listed media firm PT Abdi Bangsa Tbk plans to acquire two other media companies despite the doubling of its losses this year. After the company's annual shareholders meeting, President Director Erick Thohir told reporters on Wednesday that his company would acquire up to 60 percent of PT Emas Indonesia Duaribu, the publisher of Chinese-language newspaper Harian Indonesia.
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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 Tbk 1,400 0 0 Adhi Karya 830 0 1,019,500 Adira Dinamika 2,225 0 0 AGIS Tbk 130 0 0 Akbar Indo Makmur 200 0 0 AKR Corporindo Tbk 1,200 10 1,308,000 Alakasa Industrindo 165 0 0 Alfa Retailindo Tbk 1,000...
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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.8 Park, Kuta and on skate stage, until July 3 * Band performances: Kuta beach, until July 3, at 2 p.m.
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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, the next chief must be (someone) from the Navy," he said.
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Policewomen now deployed in Aceh camps
Policewomen now deployed in Aceh camps Barry Neild, Agence France-Presse/Banda Aceh While 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 dangers.
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JP/4/REPORT
JP/4/REPORT 1 x 38 RI gets poor marks for education quality JP/4/4Adil3 2 x 28 KPK urged to launch probe into corrupt judicial system JP/4/KPI 2 x 26 KPI a laughingstock to broadcasters JP/4/draft 1 x 35 Freedom of info bill hangs in balance
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'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 two has a permissive attitude toward drugs and violence. The Jakarta Post asked residents to comment on the survey results. Raharjo, 45, works at a bank on Jl. Sudirman.
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TV Today: Friday, July 1, 2005
TV Today: Friday, July 1, 2005 .TB.30" .90" TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News: Berita Pagi 7:00 Cartoon: Tabaluga 8:30 Music: Asik-Asik 9:30 Religious Teachings 11:00 News: Berita Nusantara 11:30 Koran Recital 1:00 p.m.
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Freedom of info bill hangs in balance
Freedom of info bill hangs in balance The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Observers 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. "The government apparently prefers to keep information related to the public interest secret," Agus Sudibyo, a researcher with the Institute for Studies on the Free Flow of Information (ISAI), told a discussion.