Archive: 19 July 2005
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Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts
Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackoutsThe Jakarta Post, JakartaIt has been a long, tiring day at the office and Anton, a 27-year old project control engineer, just wants to watch his favorite late night sports on ESPN.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
BNI, BPN officials arrested for graft
BNI, BPN officials arrested for graftAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPolice arrested over the weekend an employee of the Kota branch of state-owned bank BNI in West Jakarta, an official of the National Land Agency (BPN) and a businessmen for defrauding the bank of Rp 6 billion (US$631,570).
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Twins Anggi and Angeli doing well, return home
Twins Anggi and Angeli doing well, return homeApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, MedanConjoined twins Anggi and Angeli returned home on Monday after they were successfully separated at Singapore's Gleneagles Hospital in May. The two babies, who were born in Pematang Siantar, North Sumatra on Feb.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Peace agreement raises doubts, hopes in Aceh
Peace agreement raises doubts, hopes in AcehReuters/Banda AcehPeople in Aceh reacted cautiously on Monday to a deal aimed at ending 30 years of civil war in the Indonesian province devastated by the Dec. 26 tsunami.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Budget deficit may widen to 1.3 percent of GDP
Budget deficit may widen to 1.3 percent of GDPRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThis year's state budget deficit is likely to soar far above initial forecasts unless immediate measures are taken to contain surging spending on fuel subsidies amid high global oil prices and soaring fuel...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Mixed response in House to Aceh deal
Mixed response in House to Aceh dealThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe reaction was mixed in the House of Representatives on Monday to the draft peace deal signed by the government and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), with some legislators questioning GAM's main demand to establish a local political party...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Susilo should visit Israel too
Susilo should visit Israel tooEmanuel Shahaf, Tel Aviv The recent report indicating that President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono intends to visit the Palestinian Authority (The Jakarta Post, July 13) is a welcome sign that Indonesia may consider assuming an active role in mediating the Middle East...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Papuan students demand graft probe
Papuan students demand graft probeJAYAPURA, Papua: Some 100 Papuan students staged a protest outside the Papua Provincial Council building demanding that President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono approve a graft investigation into Jayawijaya Regent David Hubi.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Death sentence for servants
Death sentence for servantsFrom RepublikaAn Indonesian migrant worker, Rohana, could face the death penalty for allegedly killing her employer in Singapore, according to a report on July 4. In March 2004, two other domestic servants, Juminem and Siti Aminah, were also charged with murder in that...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 18, 2005
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 18, 2005 _____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume _____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Use our tax properly
Use our tax properly I share the same sadness as D.J. Pamudji (The Jakarta Post, July 15: Bloating caused by starvation).Indonesia is indeed a very rich country however the people are so poor. We don't know how long this has been going on for.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Ahmadiyah prepares legal action against MUI
Ahmadiyah prepares legal action against MUIThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Bandung/YogyakartaWith the support of noted Muslim scholars, the Ahmadiyah religious group is determined to sue the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) over last week's attack on its compound in Parung, Bogor, West Java.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
The prolonged political crisis in the Philippines
The prolonged political crisis in the PhilippinesRonald Meinardus, Manila If there is one ray of light in the protracted political turmoil besetting the Philippines it is that, thus far, the situation has remained peaceful.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Travel: Penang, Malaysia (1,182) GUARDIAN NEWS SERVICE (MALAYSIA)
Travel: Penang, Malaysia (1,182) GUARDIAN NEWS SERVICE (MALAYSIA) By Andrew Catchpole = STANDFIRST: Chinese, Malays, Indians and Thais have left their mark on Penang cuisine. Andrew Catchpole whets his appetite Penang cuisine result of many external influencesAndrew Catchpole Guardian News...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
RP says it is free from bird flu
RP says it is free from bird flu PHILIPPINES: The Philippines said on Monday that it was still free of the H5N1 virus after tests conducted on ducks infected by a low-risk strain of bird flu turned out to be negative for the deadly strain.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Sutiyoso plays down danger of bird flu
Sutiyoso plays down danger of bird fluDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaGovernor Sutiyoso played down on Monday the danger of avian flu in the capital, saying dengue fever was "more dangerous".Health minister Siti Fadillah Supari said on Sunday that Iwan Siswara of the Vila Melati Mas...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
RI worker jailed in Saudi Arabia
RI worker jailed in Saudi Arabia JAKARTA: The non-governmental organization Migrant Care has asked the government to file a diplomatic note to protest the imprisonment of an Indonesian migrant worker in Saudi Arabia.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
RI, Japan focus on cooperation
RI, Japan focus on cooperationZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post, JakartaJapan and Indonesia are focusing their series of negotiations on setting up an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment and intellectual property rights, the Minister of Trade says.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Navy cyclists set good example
Navy cyclists set good exampleAntara, JakartaRear Admiral Slamet Subijanto used to ride around the naval base in Surabaya on his bicycle when he chief of the Navy's training department.He continued to do so when he was made chief of the Navy's Eastern Fleet.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
JP/18/BRIEFS
JP/18/BRIEFSMaya Resort & Spa, a favorite for Aussie couplesMaya 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.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
* Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts Page 2
* Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts Page 2 * KPK names Rusadi a suspect in KPU case Page 4 * Cipularang toll road spurs local economy Page 5 * Slow and steady SBY gains ground Page 7 * BNI, BPN officials arrested for graft Page 8 * S.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
KPK detains KPU member Rusadi
KPK detains KPU member RusadiThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) detained on Monday General Elections Commission (KPU) member Rusadi Kantaprawira after naming him a suspect in a graft case at the election body.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Only democratic approaches can end regional conflicts
Only democratic approaches can end regional conflictsAguswandi, London Honest and open-minded talk about Aceh and West Papua is rare in Indonesia. Yet some Indonesians recently came together in London to have just such a conversation.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
This year's state budget deficit is likely to soar far above
This year's state budget deficit is likely to soar far above initial forecasts unless immediate measures are taken to contain surging spending on fuel subsidies amid high global oil prices and soaring fuel consumption at home, the Minister of Finance says.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
RP asked to be ready to lead ASEAN
RP asked to be ready to lead ASEANThe Philippines has been asked by some of its neighbors to be ready to assume the chairmanship of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), amid signs that Myanmar may skip its turn next year, a senior foreign affairs official said on Monday.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Housewives support anti-gambling campaign
Housewives support anti-gambling campaignApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, MedanHousewives in Medan have warmly welcomed the nationwide movement against gambling. Interviewed separately, the housewives said that gambling had made their husbands gambling addicts and their habit had adversely...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
'Save energy? I don't have an air conditioner'
'Save energy? I don't have an air conditioner'The government has called on the public to take part in a nationwide drive to save energy, including reducing fuel consumption. The Jakarta Post talked to residents about what they could do at home to save energy.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
TNI, police boost ties to combat sea crimes
TNI, police boost ties to combat sea crimesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaNational Police chief Gen. Sutanto and Indonesia Military (TNI) commander Gen. Endriartono Sutarto on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at improving maritime security against smuggling and other sea crimes.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Golkar misses target in South Sulawesi elections
Golkar misses target in South Sulawesi electionsAndi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, MakassarThe Golkar Party has proved its strength in national legislative elections, but that does not necessarily mean that it will always also be victorious in local elections.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Search continue for Digoel accident
Search continue for Digoel accidentJAYAPURA, Papua: A search and rescue (SAR) team continued its search on Monday for the bodies of those who died when the Digoel sank on July 7 off Merauke, Papua. As of Monday, a total of 67 bodies had been found, while 15 people had been rescued.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Laos limits travel ahead of ASEAN meet
Laos limits travel ahead of ASEAN meet LAOS: Laos will restrict travel to its capital Vientiane and close schools and government offices for security reasons when it hosts a major meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations next week.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
ASIA DEBT PIPELINE: Flurry Of Bonds Seen Before Aug Lull
ASIA DEBT PIPELINE: Flurry Of Bonds Seen Before Aug Lull JP/15/DebtASIA DEBT PIPELINE: Flurry Of Bonds Seen Before Aug Lull Karen Lane Dow Jones/Singapore Despite hefty issuance last week, there looks to be no let up in Asian international bond sales before the market goes on its August summer...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
* Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts Page 2
* Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts Page 2 * TNI, police boost ties to combat sea crimes Page 4 * Cipularang toll road spurs local economy Page 5 * Slow and steady SBY gains ground Page 7 * BNI, BPN officials arrested for graft Page 8 * S.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Residents of Semarang ask, Zheng who?
Residents of Semarang ask, Zheng who?Suherdjoko, The Jakarta Post, SemarangDespite the plan to grandly celebrate the 600th anniversary of Zheng He's journey around the world, the majority of Semarang students and residents are still uninformed on the great Chinese explorer.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
~Apartments offer privacy, security, comfort living
~Apartments offer privacy, security, comfort living T. Sima Gunawan Contributor Jakarta Seeing a young woman returning home at midnight or at dawn, many people might frown upon her, wondering what she has done and have a negative feeling about her.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Sales promotion offers girls much-needed cash
Sales promotion offers girls much-needed cashThe Jakarta Post, JakartaVina Cahyadi, 20, a college student, felt guilty every time she spent her semester break doing nothing but shopping.She finally found the solution when a friend offered her a part-time job as a sales promotion girl (SPG) at last...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Govt set to welcome Farmer
Govt set to welcome FarmerThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Indonesian government will likely accept Australia's choice of former immigration department chief Bill Farmer as the replacement for its envoy David Ritchie despite opposition from several House of Representatives members.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Apartments offer privacy, security and comfort
Apartments offer privacy, security and comfortT. Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta Seeing a young woman returning home at midnight or at dawn, many people might frown upon her, wondering what she has been doing.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
'No more gambling in Jakarta': Police. 'Wanna bet?': Public
'No more gambling in Jakarta': Police. 'Wanna bet?': PublicAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDismissing widespread skepticism about their ability and commitment to eradicate gambling in the city, the Jakarta Police claimed on Monday that all gambling dens in the capital had been closed down.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Homicide case files given to prosecutors
Homicide case files given to prosecutors BEKASI: Police submitted on Monday the case files of four suspects charged in connection with the murder and dismemberment of Yulius Alexander Matital to the Bekasi Prosecutor's Office.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
RI lures foreigners to banking sector
RI lures foreigners to banking sectorLeslie Lopez, Doe Jones/Asean Wall Street Journal, Jakarta Foreign investors have agreed to acquire controlling stakes in two Indonesian banks, reflecting the growing attraction of the country's financial sector as the economy picks up speed.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Gambling remains rife in West Java
Gambling remains rife in West JavaNana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon It was business as usual for gambling outlets in the northern coastal areas of West Java province, despite a recent antigambling campaign declared by the chief of the National Police, Gen. Sutanto.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Muhammadiyah announces board, fails to include women member
Muhammadiyah announces board, fails to include women memberSlamet Susanto, The Jakarta Post, YogyakartaMuhammadiyah announced here on Monday its new central executive board comprising 18 members, including 13 people elected during the recent national congress of the country's second largest Muslim...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Donggala attack damages houses, a car
Donggala attack damages houses, a carDONGGALA, Central Sulawesi: A group of Tolu residents attacked the neighboring subdistrict of Kotarindau on Sunday night, but no fatalities were reported in the incident.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Canberra rapped in Corby trial
Canberra rapped in Corby trial DENPASAR, Bali: A lawyer representing an Australian woman convicted of drug smuggling accused Canberra of refusing to provide immunity for key witnesses who could help secure his client's release.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Asians cling to beloved SUVs despite rising oil prices
Asians cling to beloved SUVs despite rising oil prices Roberto Coloma Agence France Presse/SingaporeMove over, slow drivers. A busy mom with a monstrous turbocharged truck, a long grocery shopping list and a wailing child strapped to the back seat is looming right behind you.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Rupiah ends lower on dollar demand from importers
Rupiah ends lower on dollar demand from importersDow Jones, JakartaThe rupiah ended lower on Monday as dollar demand from local importers dragged on the local unit, dealers said.The dollar closed at Rp 9,810, up from its close on Friday at Rp 9,775.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Slow and steady SBY gains ground
Slow and steady SBY gains groundJohn McBeth, The Straits Times, Asia News Network/Singapore It is unspoken, of course, but there are many impatient Indonesians who wish President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono would dispense with the velvet glove and start using the mailed fist.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Lawmakers pay rise proposal comes under more fire
Lawmakers pay rise proposal comes under more fireThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe controversial plan to raise the take-home pay of legislators came in for a further round of criticism on Monday, with observers warning the money would end up being abused by unscrupulous politicians or political parties.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
City not to be kept totally in the dark
City not to be kept totally in the darkDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Jakarta city administration said Monday that it would maintain full street lighting in public places across the capital due to fears of rising crime, despite its policy of reducing street illumination as part of...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Jambi police battle illegal loggers
Jambi police battle illegal loggersJAMBI, Jambi: Jambi provincial police has vowed to intensify a crackdown against illegal loggers. Speaking to The Jakarta Post on Saturday, chief of Jambi provincial police Brig. Gen.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Towards peace in Aceh
Towards peace in Aceh It would be naive to foreshadow peace prematurely in any conflict, no matter how hopeful the signs...But what progress has been achieved is historic. GAM is no longer demanding independence; by accepting autonomy within Indonesia it has kept Jakarta talking and brought a peace...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Principal nabbed for embezzlement
Principal nabbed for embezzlement JAKARTA: A principal of a private elementary school in Duren Jaya, East Bekasi, was arrested by detectives on Monday for allegedly embezzling Rp 260 million (US$68,500) in savings belonging to 693 students.East Bekasi Police chief of detectives First Insp.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Rupiah Rates 18 July
Rupiah Rates 18 July Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 7,707.94 6,953.50 7,369.78 7,291.44 Brunei dollar 1 6,094.74 5,498.61 5,827.36 5,765.84 Canadian dollar 1 8,425.54 7,599.71 8,055.90 7,969.04 Swiss franc 1 7,940.68 7,166.02 7,592.31 7,514.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Ford launches Focus, targeting sedan market
Ford launches Focus, targeting sedan marketThe Jakarta Post JakartaAfter concentrating on marketing sports utility vehicles (SUVs) over the past five years, PT Ford Motor Indonesia (FMI) is targeting the sedan segment by launching the all-new Ford Focus.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
~For Special Edition --- Apartment Living
~For Special Edition --- Apartment Living Apartment is still much on demandDebbie A. Lubis Contributor The Jakarta PostApartment business is still a lucrative venture today as living in an apartment has become an integral part of the fast- paced modern life in the city.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
TV Program: Wednesday, July 20, 2005
TV Program: Wednesday, July 20, 2005TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Hallo Kitty8:30 Music: Asik-asik10:00 Talk Show: Showbiz11:30 Cultural Program: Rona Daerah12:00 p.m.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Ronald Meinardus
Ronald Meinardus Manila2. Strait -- Slow and steady President taking action 1 x 30 Slow and steady SBY gains ground John McBeth The Straits Times Asia News Network/Singapore
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
'Jak-TV' to focus on traffic
'Jak-TV' to focus on trafficAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaCar owners may have to install televisions in their cars if they intend to monitor and avoid traffic jams, which are daily occurrences in the capital.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Backing U.S. in Iraq put UK at risk, think tank says
Backing U.S. in Iraq put UK at risk, think tank says Paul Majendie Reuters/LondonAn influential think-tank said on Monday that backing the United States in Iraq put Britain more at risk from terrorist attacks, an accusation forcefully rejected by Prime Minister Tony Blair's government.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Death sentence for servants
Death sentence for servantsFrom RepublikaAn Indonesian migrant worker, Rohana, could face the death penalty for allegedly killing her employer in Singapore, according to a report on July 4. In March 2004, two other domestic servants, Juminem and Siti Aminah, were also charged with murder in that...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
160,000 Tangerang toddlers 'sick'
160,000 Tangerang toddlers 'sick' TANGERANG: About 160,000 children under five in Tangerang are malnourished and should be eligible for a supplement offered through local health centers, a local councillor said on Monday.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Haj pilgrims told to pack jackets
Haj pilgrims told to pack jackets JAKARTA: Minister of Religious Affairs Maftuh Basyuni told haj pilgrims on Monday to be prepared for cold weather during the pilgrimage in January."To many Indonesians, the winter in Saudi Arabia will be extremely chilly," said Maftuh, a former Indonesian...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
RI remains anti-foreigner
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...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
JP/1/TWINS
JP/1/TWINSTwins Anggi and Angeli return homeApriadi Gunawan The Jakarta Post/MedanConjoined twins Anggi and Angeli returned home on Monday after they were successfully separated at Singapore's Gleneagles Hospital in May. The two babies, who were born in Pematang Siantar, North Sumatra on Feb.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
JP/2/heads
JP/2/heads July 19, 2005 1. KPU: 1 X 30 KPK detains KPU member Rusadi 2. REAX: 3 X 15 Peace agreement raises doubts, hopes in Aceh 3. AHMADIYAH: 1 X 42 Ahmadiyah prepares legal action against MUI 4. JAK-TV: 4 X 11 Subscribers incensed by cable TV blackouts
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Use of CNG declining despite talk about alternative fuel
Use of CNG declining despite talk about alternative fuelLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDespite constant talk about the need to revert to alternative fuel amid soaring global oil prices, the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) in the transportation sector is actually on a decline, hampered...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Apartments the place for fast -- pace city living
Apartments the place for fast -- pace city livingDebbie A. Lubis, Contributor, The Jakarta PostThe apartment business is still a lucrative venture today as living in an apartment has become an integral part of the fast- paced modern life of urbanites in this country.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 18, 2005
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 18, 2005 _____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume _____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
London blasts seen as valuable lesson for Southeast Asia
London blasts seen as valuable lesson for Southeast AsiaDan Eaton, Reuters/JakartaCopycats could stage deadly London-style bombings in Southeast Asia's major cities, many of which are ill equiped to deal with such carnage, the secretary general of the region's main political grouping said on Monday.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Air Force lets UN workers go
Air Force lets UN workers go MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: After three days of questioning, the Air Force released on Monday six UN humanitarian workers and let them fly off in their Russian-made helicopter.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Equality before the law
Equality before the law I would like to comment on the news Thousands besiege Ahmadiyah complex published in The Jakarta Post dated July 16.In my opinion, the matter of somebody's faith and belief is a very personal issue.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
NGOs slam decree limiting television operating hours
NGOs slam decree limiting television operating hoursRidwan Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA group of non-governmental organizations joined forces on Monday to protest a ministerial decree requiring radio and television stations to reduce their airtime as part of the government's energy...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Aceh's new deal
Aceh's new deal "There will be peace." A bold statement indeed from Minister of Justice and Human Rights Hamid Awaluddin at the conclusion of the Aceh peace negotiations in Helsinki.Free Aceh Movement (GAM) spokesman Bakhtiar Abdullah also expressed a degree of confidence that the peace process...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
JP/18/LEECH
JP/18/LEECH'Repugnant' leeches can cure range of illnesses Bambang Muryanto Contributor/YogyakartaYou will immediately be welcomed by the rancid smell of blood the moment you enter the consulting room of an alternative healer in Trayemen village, Pleret, Bantul, Yogyakarta.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupply
Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupplyRudijanto, Contributor, Jakarta The Indonesian apartment market is expected to remain strong as apartment is still seen as a more profitable investment compared to the currently low bank deposit rate but the shadow of oversupply or...
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Pontianak turns off the lights
Pontianak turns off the lightsPONTIANAK, West Kalimantan: As part of the nationwide energy saving drive, the Pontianak city government has instructed that all advertising lights on the street had to be turned off at midnight.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Rupiah Ends Lower On Dlr Demand From Importers
Rupiah Ends Lower On Dlr Demand From Importers JP/14/MarketRupiah Ends Lower On Dlr Demand From ImportersDow Jones/Jakarta The Indonesian rupiah ended lower on Monday as dollar demand from local importers dragged on the local unit, dealers said.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Majority of married couples eschew condoms usage
Majority of married couples eschew condoms usageYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, BandungA member of the West Java legislative council's Commission E, Ani Rukmini, said her husband did not like to use condoms."No thanks, dear.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupply
Jakarta apartment outlook bright despite threat of oversupplyRudijanto, Contributor, Jakarta The Indonesian apartment market is expected to remain strong as apartments are still seen as more profitable investments given the currently low deposit interest rates. But the threat of oversupply persists.
Tue, 19 Jul 2005
Govt to sell up to 10% of PGN stake this year
Govt to sell up to 10% of PGN stake this yearIndonesia plans to sell as much as 10 percent of state-run gas distributor PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN) this year, part of a strategy to bridge the budget deficit.