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Archive: 23 May 2007

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Candy business is tasty, thanks to the RI's sweet tooth

Yes -too much ketjap manis too. I like silver queen, because its a bit salty imo.

Medicine Prices in Indonesia Extremely High

Good luck on getting that law passed here. To much money is being made by the companies and doctors. I know the practice of giving doctors incentives is practiced all over the world but Indonesia takes it to a whole new level. You have Kalbe, Sanbe and Suharto to thank for the system.

Candy business is tasty, thanks to the RI's sweet tooth

 Originally Posted By: DilliThats why there is a "Doktor Gigi" on evry corner.... yes, and why the rate of diabetes amongst Indonesians is the highest in the world, and one of the leading causes of death here. Many coronary related deaths are in fact the result of diabetes.

Candy business is tasty, thanks to the RI's sweet tooth

Thats why there is a "Doktor Gigi" on evry corner....

BI urges govt to use new funds for infrastructure

The central bank has urged that the proposed increase in government spending next year be used primarily for infrastructural development so as to spur faster growth in the real sector.For its part, Bank Indonesia will continue to encourage more bank lending, and help keep inflation under control...

US, Indonesia agree to boost trade, investment links

US, Indonesia agree to boost trade, investment linksTue May 22, 12:29 PM ETWASHINGTON (AFP) - The United States and Indonesia are to launch a set of initiatives aimed at boosting bilateral trade and investment ties, their trade ministers said after talks here Monday.

RI needs Rp 1,296 trillion in investment next year to grow 6.8 percent

JAKARTA (Antara): Indonesia will need Rp 1,296 trillion (US$145 billion) in investment next year to meet the economic growth target of 6.8 percent, a minister said Tuesday."To post a growth rate of 6.8% in 2008, investment level should increase by 14 percent reaching the amount of Rp 1,296...

Medicine Prices in Indonesia Extremely High

TEMPO Interactive, Jakarta: The public buys medicine with a price that is actually higher than the standard price. This fact is rarely realized because the medicines are needed and the consumers are not given an option to use other medicines.