Archive: 11 July 2005
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Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Military finds marijuana field
Military finds marijuana field JAKARTA: A military platoon discovered a marijuana plantation during a routine patrol in the Aceh district of Seulimeum, in Aceh Besar regency. The Indonesian Military said in a statement the plantation, covering two kilometers, was operated by the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM). Several alleged GAM members who were guarding the plantation became involved in a firefight with the soldiers before being arrested.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Open-source, not Microsoft, best suited to Indonesia
Open-source, not Microsoft, best suited to Indonesia Vishnu K. Mahmud, Contributor, vmahmud@yahoo.com There's been some interest recently regarding the news that President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono invited Microsoft chairman Bill Gates to open a research center in Indonesia. The world's top software company is well known for its Windows operating system and Microsoft Office productivity suite that is the de facto industry standard for writing and sharing documents.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Digital Cameras: Between Competition and Market Opportunities
Digital Cameras: Between Competition and Market Opportunities E.A. Joseph Renyut Contributor Jakarta Technology, particularly the technology of photography, has undergone very rapid progress, especially recently, with the presence of digital cameras in the market. In the past, a camera was the size of a sewing machine and the pictures produced were not very sharp. Today, a wallet-sized digital camera can take pictures with a very high resolution and be in a size as big as a newspaper.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Reigning champion Lee upsets Taufik in Malaysian Open
Reigning champion Lee upsets Taufik in Malaysian Open Agence France-Presse Kuala Lumpur Defending champion Lee Chong Wei was the toast of the home crowd when he upset Olympic gold medalist Taufik Hidayat in the quarterfinals of the Malaysian Open badminton tournament on Friday.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
For Marketing Perspective --- Digital Imaging Service
For Marketing Perspective --- Digital Imaging Service Digital Printing: From Households to Industries B. Gunawan Contributor, Jakarta Digitalization is an electronic revolution that has brought about changes not only in the information technology, telecommunications, audio-visual products or home appliances, but also in the printing technology.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Digital Printing: From Households to Industries
Digital Printing: From Households to Industries B. Gunawan Contributor, Jakarta Digitalization is an electronic revolution that has brought about fantastic changes, not only to information technology, telecommunications, audio-visual products and home appliances, but also to printing technology. The use of digital printing -- which is beginning to show its predominance on the market -- has been spurred by the development of computers and printing technology.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Mega criticizes SBY over fuel shortages
Mega criticizes SBY over fuel shortages CIREBON, West Java: Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) leader Megawati Soekarnoputri has criticized the administration's response to the ongoing fuel shortages. Speaking at the opening of a party conference here on Saturday, she described the shortages as a "fuel crisis" that created a hardship for the people.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
JP/18/BRIEFS
JP/18/BRIEFS Maya Resort & Spa, a favorite for Aussie couples Maya Ubud Resort & Spa grabbed the Gold Category Award in the Best Resort Spa Overseas and Silver Category Award in Best Hotel/Resort in Southeast Asia based on Holidays for Couples Magazine Readers' Choice Awards 2005. Voting was opened to the public only -- no industry professionals were allowed for vote. Readers were asked to cast their votes either through a form in Holidays for Couples magazine or through a website.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Ambon speedboat drivers on strike
Ambon speedboat drivers on strike AMBON, Maluku: Some speedboat drivers operating in the Belakang Kota area of Ambon city, serving the Laha and Waiyame routes, have stopped operating since Friday following a kerosene shortage in the city. A speedboat driver, Hasan, said on Saturday that the drivers were on strike to show solidarity to those who could not get kerosene to fire up their speedboat engines. "It's better if we all go on strike if only some of us can work," he said.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
For Marketing Perspective --- Digital Imaging Service
For Marketing Perspective --- Digital Imaging Service Digital Printing: From Households to Industries B. Gunawan Contributor, Jakarta Digitalization is an electronic revolution that has brought about fantastic changes, not only to information technology, telecommunications, audio-visual products and home appliances, but also to printing technology.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
SBY issues decree on fuel saving measures
SBY issues decree on fuel saving measures Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono instructed officials in central and local government institutions to issue directives requiring the saving of fuel. The Presidential Instruction No. 10/2005 on energy conservation was signed during a Cabinet meeting, which was also attended by executives of state oil and gas firm PT Pertamina and 33 governors, at the State Palace on Sunday.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Antigraft activist walks free despite conviction
Antigraft activist walks free despite conviction Nani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh Antigraft activist Farid Faqih reportedly left Jantho Penitentiary on Friday after the prison did not receive notification of his detention being extended. "The (initial) notification issued by Aceh High Court expired on July 5, and was not extended by the court," said his lawyer, Rufriadi, on Saturday.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
1. Arroyo -- 48 pts 4 cols 2lines (2x26)
1. Arroyo -- 48 pts 4 cols 2lines (2x26) Catholic bishops censure Arroyo, no call to resign 2. Motor -- 42 pts 4 cols 2lines (2x26) to come 3. Bali -- 32 pts 3 cols 2line (2x21) Bali named world's favorite tourist island --- 6. Photos and advertisement
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Bali again named world's favorite tourist island
Bali again named world's favorite tourist island The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bali was again named the world's best tourist island after a recent survey held by New York based Travel+Leisure Magazine. "We have been informed by the magazine's editors. The award ceremony will be held on July 14 here in New York," said Kristio Wahyono, the Indonesian consul general in New York, as quoted by Antara news agency.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Police, taxi firms boost security as thefts rise
Police, taxi firms boost security as thefts rise Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The police are enhancing cooperation with city taxi companies and have instructed officers to pay more attention to cabs following an increase in taxi robberies. City police spokesman Sr. Comr. Tjiptono said on Sunday that his office would cooperate with every taxi company in the capital to prevent robberies. "Each subprecinct will coordinate with each taxi pool in its area.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Howard names Bill Farmer as new envoy to RI
Howard names Bill Farmer as new envoy to RI Veeramalla Anjaiah, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Australian Prime Minister John Howard named on Sunday Bill Farmer, the head of country's embattled Immigration Department, as Australia's new ambassador to Indonesia. Farmer, one of Australia's most senior and adept career diplomats, will replace the present ambassador, David Ritchie. The Australian Embassy's counselor in public affairs, Elizabeth O'Neill, confirmed Farmer's appointment.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Weakening fundamentals worsen rupiah free fall
Weakening fundamentals worsen rupiah free fall Riyadi Suparno, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The rupiah's plunge over the past few weeks may not have spoiled last weekend's wedding party for President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's son, but it could eventually undermine his government.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Djunaidi arrested upon arrival
Djunaidi arrested upon arrival Eva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A key suspect in an alleged graft case involving state insurance firm PT Jamsostek, Ahmad Djunaidi, has been arrested after evading a travel ban that allowed him to make a trip to Saudi Arabia for a minor haj pilgrimage. Police arrested Djunaidi at the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport early on Sunday soon after his arrival from Saudi Arabia. He was taken to the National Police Headquarters for questioning.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Badminton shows its street smarts
Badminton shows its street smarts Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In the ebbing darkness of early Sunday morning, badminton enthusiasts of all ages came to set a record on the city's main thoroughfare. The official statisticians recorded exactly 640 players on 160 courts set up along the three kilometer stretch of Jl. Sudirman- Jl. Blora in Central Jakarta.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
RI remains
RI remains anti-foreigner This is a reply to your article Investors or retired people? published in The Jakarta Post on June 9. After reading the indignant reaction to a suggestion that Indonesia let elderly foreigners retire in Indonesia, I think there may be some short-sightedness when looking at issues concerning immigration, investment, etc. Clearly both threats and benefits exist and those may be different for different layers of society.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Sutanto vows to be impartial
Sutanto vows to be impartial The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Newly installed National Police chief Gen. Sutanto pledged to turn the force into an independent institution, despite his close ties to President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. During the handover ceremony held on Saturday at the Mobile Brigade (Brimob) Headquarters in Kelapa Dua, Depok, Sutanto warned police officers against becoming involved in political activities or working for political parties.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Local elections and Papuan politics
Local elections and Papuan politics Iwan S. Ardjali, Jakarta In international studies, the right to self-determination is recognized by the United Nations Charter, the Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, the Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, etc. International norms classify self-determination into external self-determination and internal self-determination.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Rare pets given up in Bogor
Rare pets given up in Bogor Theresia Sufa, The Jakarta Post, Bogor A family in Jl. Sanggabuana, Bogor, were distressed that they had to part with their bird pet, and their child had been crying all morning about it. "He knows that our pet is going to be taken away. It has been with us since 1995," the mother said. But the family has decided to let go of their yellow-crested cockatoo (Cacatua galerita). They called up wildlife conservation officers to pick it up last Tuesday.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Candra/Sigit triumph in Malaysian Open
Candra/Sigit triumph in Malaysian Open The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's third seeded Candra Wijaya and Sigit Budiarto served warning for next month's World Badminton Championships by taking the Malaysian Open on Sunday, their second straight men's doubles title. The pair defeated Fu Haifeng and Cai Yun of China 15-11, 17-14 in Kuala Lumpur, following on from their Singapore Open crown last week.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Strong quake triggers panic in Palu
Strong quake triggers panic in Palu Ruslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, Palu A strong earthquake jolted Palu and the surrounding areas on Sunday morning, sparking panic among city residents. Fearing building collapses and the possibility of a tsunami, many residents fled their homes for higher ground. The Palu Meteorology and Geophysics Agency (BMG) reported the earthquake that struck the coastal city at 7:40 a.m. measured 5.7 on the Richter scale.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Hynix seals deal with Victus Capital
Hynix seals deal with Victus Capital SEOUL: Hynix Semiconductor Inc. said late on Friday it had completed the sale of its stake in Hyundai Imagequest Co. Ltd. to Victus Capital Korea. After the sale, Hynix no longer holds a stake in Imagequest, Hynix said in a filing with South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Assessing business performance
Assessing business performance David J. Finneren, Jakarta Recent media reports on corporate corruption, fraud, poor governance, and environmental and social mismanagement have eroded much of the faith held in companies by a broad range of constituent parties. Society wants to better understand what companies are doing -- how they are improving or damaging lives and the environment -- what they are doing to ensure resource use and business operations are set-up for the long haul.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
U.S., Vietnam eye closer bonds
U.S., Vietnam eye closer bonds Didier Lauras, Agence France-Presse/Hanoi Vietnam and the United States mark 10 years of normalized ties on a high after months of progress which has fueled expectations that relations between the former foes will only grow closer in the decades to come. On July 11, 1995, president Bill Clinton declared in Washington that his administration was opening diplomatic ties with Vietnam.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Fuel crisis hits Lampung fishermen
Fuel crisis hits Lampung fishermen Oyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung Hasanudin grabbed his empty fuel container back when a policeman tried to take it from him as he waited in line at a gas station in Kotakarang, Bandarlampung. "Do I have to bring my boat here? No way, right? If you make a rule, be fair. Traders can buy gasoline with containers, why can't I," yelled the 29-year-old man in an upset tone.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Displaced children want to study
Displaced children want to study M. Azis Tunny, The Jakarta Post, Ambon Ambonese refugees La Hali and his wife Wa Uhi may be poor and illiterate but they do understand the importance of a good education. In fact, Wa Uhi made enquiries as to how much it would cost to send her two girls, nine-year-old Wa Amala and seven-year-old Wa Labi, to school. "They want to go to school, but we can't afford it" she told The Jakarta Post at her modest home.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
OCBC secures Islamic banking license
OCBC secures Islamic banking license SINGAPORE: A Singapore bank has opened for business in Brunei with an eye toward securing a slice of the rapidly expanding Islamic banking market, the Overseas Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) said on Saturday. An OCBC statement said it had a full International Islamic Banking License from the Brunei Internal Financial Center.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Fed Cup
Fed Cup Indonesia 1, Puerto Rico 1 Results in Salinas, Puerto Rico on Saturday from the World Group II playoff (Indonesia in bold) Kristina Brandi bt Romana Tedjakusuma 6-4, 6-3 Wynne Prakusya bt Vilmarie Castellvi 6-3, 6-4 Thailand 4, Slovak Republic 1 Results in Bangkok on Sunday from the World Group II playoff between Thailand and the Slovak Republic. Thailand wins.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Muhammadiyah activist held for allegedly harboring terror suspect
Muhammadiyah activist held for allegedly harboring terror suspect ID Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, Malang Police have detained Muhammadiyah activist Joni Achmad Fauzani on charges of harboring a terrorist suspect, making him the first person associated with Muhammadiyah to be held for terrorism charges. Joni was arrested on Wednesday shortly after returning home from Muhammadiyah's national congress in Malang, East Java, said Joni's wife, Suminten, on Sunday.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Election violations alleged, trial begins in Medan
Election violations alleged, trial begins in Medan Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan Three candidates, who ran for mayor of Binjai, brought their cases to court on Friday, charging that the Binjai Election Committee had disadvantaged them by changing the election schedule. The cases, the first to go to trial following the elections of regional heads in North Sumatra's 13 regencies and municipalities last month, were heard by the North Sumatra High Court, with presiding judge Ahmad Dahlan.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Doves to bring 'European feel' to Monas
Doves to bring 'European feel' to Monas Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Yulianto, 30, (photo left) a bird keeper at the National Monument (Monas) Park in Central Jakarta, was stressed out on Sunday as many of the around 800 doves he had been entrusted with looking after had taken ill, apparently due to the city's hot and humid weather. "The extremely hot weather and the recent rain here has had a bad impact on the doves. Many of them have come down with flu or fever.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia should ratify covenant on political rights
Indonesia should ratify covenant on political rights Ridarson Galingging, Jakarta The government is expected to ratify the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). The ratification will make the ICCPR a binding legal instrument that can be enforced domestically. But what is it that makes it crucial for the current government to ratify it?
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Ismeth wins in Riau election
Ismeth wins in Riau election BATAM, Riau Islands: Riau Islands Elections Committee has officially finished vote counting and named Ismeth Abdullah as the candidate gaining most of the votes in the election for the province's governor. "If we looked at people's participation in the election on June 30, it was very low. But this will not affect the final result of the election.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Fuel crisis cools down
Fuel crisis cools down KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: The fuel crisis in Kupang started to cool down on Saturday, with the long lines of vehicles waiting for gasoline starting to disappear. Security was still tight around gas stations, with police personnel trying to prevent retail traders from buying gasoline with containers. On Saturday, the price of premium gasoline sold by retail traders started to decline to Rp 7,500 (77 U.S.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Widow killed in Tanjung Priok fire
Widow killed in Tanjung Priok fire JAKARTA: An 80-year-old widow died in a fire that destroyed 50 houses in Muara Bahari, Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta, early on Saturday. Police are still investigating the cause of fire. According to witnesses, the fire began in a rental house when a lit candle fell into a pile of old clothes and plastic cups. The flames quickly spread in the densely populated area.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Turkey donates $1m to children's project
Turkey donates $1m to children's project JAKARTA: Turkey, which has been active in providing assistance to victims of the Dec. 26 tsunami, recently donated US$1 million to the OIC Alliance to Safeguard Children Victims of the Tsunami, the Turkish Embassy in Jakarta announced.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
People feel more insecure taking taxis
People feel more insecure taking taxis Damar Harsanto and Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Following reports of robberies by taxi drivers, frequent taxi travelers are now extra cautious about taking a taxi. Dwiyani, 30, a resident of Bumi Serpong Damai housing complex in Tangerang said that she now sent a text message to her husband to inform him of the taxi she was taking, the driver's name and the license plate and taxi number on the door of the taxi.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Critical Aceh peace talks to commence
Critical Aceh peace talks to commence Achmad Sukarsono, Reuters/Jakarta The fate of one of the world's longest-running conflicts may be decided in a few days when negotiators representing the Indonesian government and rebels in Aceh province meet in Finland this week. It will be the fifth round of talks since peace negotiations resumed between the two warring sides under Finnish mediation in the wake of the Dec.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Police arrest three during antigovt rally
Police arrest three during antigovt rally The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Police arrested three people on Sunday for allegedly provoking violence during a rally at the State Palace against a decree on land seizures. About 400 people from several non-governmental organizations took part in the rally, which was held to protest Presidential Regulation No. 36/2005 on land acquisitions and Jakarta Gubernatorial Decree No. 1222/2005 on land acquisition committees in the province.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
1. SBY: 4 X 12
1. SBY: 4 X 12 SBY issues decree on fuel saving measures 2. QUAKE: 1 X 36 Strong quake triggers panic in Palu 3. JAMSOS: 1 X 28 Djunaidi arrested upon arrival
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Teachers demand permanent status
Teachers demand permanent status The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Hundreds of teachers who have been working for the government on a contract basis demanded permanent status as the government plans to hire some 300,000 new public servants this year. They said that at least 70 percent of the new permanent teaching jobs should be allocated to them, particularly those whose contracts would expire this year.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
SBY to inaugurate judicial commission
SBY to inaugurate judicial commission JAKARTA: President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is expected to install the seven members of the Judicial Commission this week, according to a minister. "I'm certain that there will be an inauguration very soon," State Secretary Yusril Ihza Mahendra said on Saturday. The long-awaited Judicial Commission will be mandated to supervise the performance of the country's court system, which critics said have long accused of being tarnished by corruption.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Photo A:
Photo A: Reuters TINY AND THIN: A model displays the new 5.1 megapixel digital camera Cyber-shot DSC-T7 at the photo Imaging Expo 2005 in Tokyo, Japan, recently. The camera, which is 9.8 mm at the thinnest part of its body, is produced by SONY Corporation. Photo B: msa DIGITAL PRINTING: Customers have their photos printed at a digital printing outlet in Jakarta. The large, wide-format digital printer allows for the printing out of large size banners, posters and billboards.
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* Bill Farmer: Australia's new ambassador to Indonesia Page 2
* Bill Farmer: Australia's new ambassador to Indonesia Page 2 * New police chief vows to be impartial Page 4 * Local direct elections and Papuan politics Page 7 * Bogor retrieves protected animals from households Page 8 * Forensic experts pore over London in hunt for bombers Page 11 * Weakening fundamentals worsen rupiah free fall Page 13 * Developers and purists erase Mecca's history Page 19 * Han's 66 gives her two-shot edge in Farr Classic Page 22
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Green cars color auto expo
Green cars color auto expo The 13th Gaikindo Auto Expo offers something different to remain consistent with the Association of Indonesian Automotive Manufacturer's (Gaikindo) theme of environmentally friendly automotive technology. Several carmakers have put on display their innovations that use alternative energy during the 10-day event, while others launched new products for the domestic market.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Sutiyoso defends water charge increase
Sutiyoso defends water charge increase Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta administration has played down criticism over the recent tap-water rate increase, arguing the decision was fair to both poor and wealthy customers.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
The misappropriation of the haj pilgrimage fund in the Ministry
The misappropriation of the haj pilgrimage fund in the Ministry of Religious Affairs is a disgrace to religious values that are supposed to be upheld by this institution and also a betrayal of Muslims' trust. The management of the haj pilgrimage involves over Rp 5.7 trillion (approximately US$600 million) a year, with Indonesian haj pilgrims totaling 205,000. The government's double role of organizing and controlling haj journeys has increased the opportunities for corruption in the ministry.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Life of Samarinda teachers far from perfect
Life of Samarinda teachers far from perfect Rusman, The Jakarta Post, Samarinda Being a teacher in a resource-rich province like East Kalimantan has done nothing to improve the livelihood of 40-year-old Erminawati who has dedicated 16 years of her life as a teacher. As a civil servant with a basic salary of Rp 1.4 million (US$144) a month, she can only afford to buy the bare basic necessities. Still, she feels lucky that she is still single and lives in a home inherited from her parents.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Rice raises concern over military, rights during China visit
Rice raises concern over military, rights during China visit Cindy Sui, Agence France-Presse/Beijing U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice left Beijing on Sunday calling U.S.-Sino relations positive and reiterating Washington's view that China is not a threat, but raised concerns with China's leaders over the country's military buildup, copyright violations and human rights. Despite rows over Chinese textile exports, the surging U.S.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Two policemen face the chop for drug possession
Two policemen face the chop for drug possession Abdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Two city police officers arrested for possessing putaw (low-grade heroin) last week will be dishonorably discharged from the service, an officer says. City police chief Insp. Gen. Firman Gani said the city police's internal affairs had found enough evidence to prove the two offices were guilty. Both men are being detained at the police detention center.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
District head accused of mob attack
District head accused of mob attack TANGERANG: A liquor supplier has reported the Pinang district head and several administrative staff members to the police on Friday for allegedly attacking him while he was at the administration office. Wahyudi, a resident of Batusari subdistrict, Batuceper, said that Asikin and his subordinates attacked him on Thursday afternoon, causing him to suffer bruises to his face and body. Tangerang police detective police chief Comr. M.
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British envoy thanks RI and its people
British envoy thanks RI and its people JAKARTA: British Ambassador to Indonesia Charles Humfrey thanked Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, his government and the people of Indonesia for their expressions of sympathy and condolences over the London bombings, the British Embassy said in a statement. "The Indonesian government, along with G-8 (Group of Eight nations), UN Security Council and governments all around the world have joined in condemning these barbaric attacks.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
1. Terror -- 2x28
1. Terror -- 2x28 Muhammadiyah activist held for allegedly harboring terror suspect 2. Envoy --- 1x32 Howard names Farmer as new envoy to RI 3. Curtain - 1x30 Critical Aceh peace talks to commence or Critical Aceh peace talks set to resume 4. Taxi ---- 1x30 People feel more insecure taking taxis
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Poor people pay more for water
Poor people pay more for water Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Lacking access to clean water in his neighborhood in Rawabuaya subdistrict, West Jakarta, Sunyoto, 45, has to spend up to 10 percent of his monthly income just to buy water from street vendors. Like most of his neighbors, he buys a 20-liter jerry can of clean water from the vendor every day, which costs him Rp 1,000. The family use the water only for drinking and cooking.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Budiarto air base fits bill as air cargo hub
Budiarto air base fits bill as air cargo hub Multa Fidrus The Jakarta Post/Tangerang It seems that Tangerang regental administration may have to let go its dream of having its own commercial airport in Curug district, as the central government prefers to transform the existing Budiarto air base into a air cargo hub and flight maintenance area.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
'Democracy doesn't ensure access to justice'
'Democracy doesn't ensure access to justice' Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Bogor The Bojong waste treatment plant case, the 20 year-old unresolved Kedung Ombo land eviction case, land confiscation by military officers in Sidoarjo, East Java -- these are just a few drops in the ocean of flawed justice in this country. Certainly, there is more openness and freedom compared to the period of the previous Soeharto regime.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
Work needed to solve fuel crisis
Work needed to solve fuel crisis Leony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Whenever a country faces a problem, it is always easy to point the finger of blame at the government. This is true with the current fuel fiasco here. But is the government really to blame for long queues at gas stations and the ballooning fuel subsidy? President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has conveniently pointed to soaring global oil prices, now hovering at US$61 per barrel.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
'I keep alert in taxis all the time'
'I keep alert in taxis all the time' A woman was robbed last week by three people who entered the taxi she was in, with the connivance of the uniformed taxi driver. The taxi, she said, was from a company of high repute. The Jakarta Post asked residents how they ensured their safety while in taxis. Tiffany Saerang, 28, is an entertainment industry employee living in North Jakarta: I usually take a taxi with a well-recognized company identity.
Mon, 11 Jul 2005, 00:00 WIB
China, Korea favorite to win junior c'ship
China, Korea favorite to win junior c'ship Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Thanks to their outstanding long-term development programs, China and South Korea are expected to dominate the eighth Asian Badminton Junior Championship, due to begin on Monday in the Indoor Tennis Stadium here. Head of the tournament organizing committee Mimi Irawan said on Thursday that host Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan would still pose serious threats to the powerhouses in the under-19 tournament.
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The law in the mining sector
The law in the mining sector The Constitutional Court's unanimous ruling last Thursday that Law No. 19/2004 on forestry is constitutional certainly disappointed and angered environmentalists as the ruling boils down to a license for a number of firms to conduct open-pit mining in protected forests. The court's president, Jimly Asshidiqie, was quoted by the media as saying that the unanimous decision had been based on the overriding need to improve the investment climate in the mining sector.
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Our target is to dominate 30% market share: TAM
Our target is to dominate 30% market share: TAM Indonesia's positive economic growth is reflected in many sectors, particularly in the automotive industry. In the past two years, vehicle sales have increased drastically, surpassing the pre-recession level. The Jakarta Post's Tubagus Arie Rukmantara talked to PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) president director Johnny Darmawan about the company's strategy to retain its title of market leader and about the outlook of the automotive industry this year.