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Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Palu councillor honored for refusing mayor's 'gift'

Palu councillor honored for refusing mayor's 'gift'Ruslan Sangadji, The Jakarta Post, Palu Non-governmental organizations honored Palu legislative council member Ali Lamu here on Monday for shunning gifts at a time of rampant corruption in local legislatures across Indonesia.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/City prepares for possible floods

City prepares for possible floodsDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Ahead of the rainy season expected to begin next month, the Jakarta administration is getting busy in anticipation of possible flooding in the capital, dredging rivers and cleaning up garbage jamming sluice gates.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Analysts call for TNI chief from Air Force

Analysts call for TNI chief from Air ForceKurniawan Hari and Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Several analysts are calling for the appointment of an Air Force officer as the Indonesian Military (TNI) chief to replace Gen.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Singaporean sand ship detained in Indonesian waters

Singaporean sand ship detained in Indonesian watersFadli, The Jakarta Post, Tanjung Balai Karimun The Navy has nabbed a Singaporean-owned boat suspected of involvement in an illegal sand dredging operation, along with five Filipino crew members, for sailing into Indonesian waters without proper ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Staying at the palace

Staying at the palace One of the initial statements from president-elect Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono (SBY) was very impressive, though simple and realistic.A palace is the right place for the head of state. We fully agree with the headline in The Jakarta Post on Sept.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Protesters, officials almost come to blows

Protesters, officials almost come to blows KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: A anti-illegal logging protest on Monday nearly turned into brawl in Kendari, capital of Southeast Sulawesi province.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/'Stress comes, goes easily in the metropolis'

'Stress comes, goes easily in the metropolis' Research conducted before World Mental Health Day on Sunday reveals recent political and social reforms, terrorist attacks and the election year have caused heightened stress to Jakartans.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Competition getting fiercer as demand continues to increase

Competition getting fiercer as demand continues to increaseT. Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta Vehicles are crucial in the business world, but it does not necessarily mean that every company must own its vehicles.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/F.E. Chicago Marathon staged

F.E. Chicago Marathon staged LABUAN, Banten: Seven marathon runners took part in the Far East Chicago Marathon here on Sunday. They were accompanied along the 42.2-kilometer route by support vehicles, as well as four 10k runners and five walkers, who were given a head start.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Rotten meat suspects named

Rotten meat suspects named JAKARTA: The Bekasi police has named three suspects involved in the marketing of rotten meat that was supposed to be dumped at Bantar Gebang in Bekasi, Jakarta police spokesman Sr. Comr. Tjiptono said on Monday.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Blok M in South Jakarta to get major makeover

Blok M in South Jakarta to get major makeoverDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta administration plans to rearrange the already-crowded and chaotic area of Blok M, South Jakarta, to make it a commercial center.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Conservation official dies in Tangkoko fire

Conservation official dies in Tangkoko fire BITUNG, North Sulawesi: An environment official was killed on Saturday in a forest fire that razed dozens of hectares of Tangkoko Forest Reserve.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Chess chief vows to resign if team falters at Olympiad

Chess chief vows to resign if team falters at OlympiadMusthofid, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The already weakened Indonesian men's chess squad will compete in the upcoming Chess Olympiad without proper preparation, but Jeffrie Geovanie has vowed to quit his post as chairman of the national chess ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Prognosis of Indonesia under Susilo's leadership

Prognosis of Indonesia under Susilo's leadershipAbdul Naeem, Lahore, Pakistan Indonesia appears to have surmounted the most severe political and security problems of its post-Soeharto era.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/KPK told to speed up KPU graft probe

KPK told to speed up KPU graft probeMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A coalition of non-governmental organizations questioned Monday the Corruption Eradication Commission's (KPK) commitment to seriously investigate alleged corruption by the General Elections Commission (KPU) in ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Cancer registry project launched

Cancer registry project launched JAKARTA: The government and several cancer foundations launched on Monday a project that will help the country collect detailed data on cancer cases in the country, which is expected to improve cancer treatment here.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Control your cash flow with rented vehicles

Control your cash flow with rented vehiclesSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta More companies are turning to vehicle rental companies for their transportation needs rather than purchasing new vehicles, not only to reduce operating costs but also help ensure that operations proceed ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Six Cirebon students nabbed for drugs

Six Cirebon students nabbed for drugs CIREBON, West Java: Cirebon Police have arrested six university students for using and trafficking drugs.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Arts Institute students depict paradoxes of urban life

Arts Institute students depict paradoxes of urban lifeA. Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Five pretty models wearing glamorous gowns pranced along the verandah in front of Galeri Cipta II as a prelude to the opening of the "Seni Rupa dalam Masyarakat Urban" (Fine Arts in Urban Community) ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Noted cleric opposes Hasyim's reelection bid

Noted cleric opposes Hasyim's reelection bid SURABAYA: A senior Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) cleric said on Monday the chairman of the country's largest Islamic organization, Hasyim Muzadi, no longer had a place in the organization and did not deserve reelection.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/New president and advisory councils

New president and advisory councils I think the idea of having a number of advisory councils is commendable. Such councils provide the president with the means of offering posts to those who have helped him to win the election. It also allows him to surround himself with trusted advisors.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Indonesian poll a victory for Islamic diversity

Indonesian poll a victory for Islamic diversitySunanda K. Datta-Ray, The Straits Times/Asia News Network, Singapore Indonesia's transfer of power reminds me of the Ottoman empire sending ships to rescue Jews when Spain expelled them in 1492.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Bali remembers bombing tragedy

Bali remembers bombing tragedyThe Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Jakarta Today two years ago, extremists bombed Bali in the country's worst terrorist attack, but since then life has returned to normal with sunburned tourists again packing beaches and bars on the resort island.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Leadership, strategic thinking and planning drive good government

Leadership, strategic thinking and planning drive good governmentGraeme Macmillan, Jakarta Osborne and Gaebler in their seminal book Reinventing Government likened governments to different types of people -- those who make things happen; those who watch things happen; and those who don't know ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/IKJ students depict paradoxes of urban life

IKJ students depict paradoxes of urban lifeA. Junaidi The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Five pretty models wearing glamorous gowns pranced along the verandah in front of Galeri Cipta II as a prelude to the opening of the "Seni Rupa dalam Masyarakat Urban" (Fine Arts in Urban Community) exhibition at ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Profiles: Jakarta councillors

Profiles: Jakarta councillorsAmid allegations of vote-buying during the election for the Jakarta Council speaker, councillors have pledged to work together to fight institutional corruption and create a better, more humane city for residents.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Police release suspect in Depok council graft case

Police release suspect in Depok council graft caseEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A suspect in a graft case at the Depok Council, retired Navy officer Moch. Amin, was released on Monday after more than one month in Jakarta Police detention.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/The Wizard of Oz

The Wizard of Oz Australians have spoken. Over the weekend, they overwhelmingly returned John Howard to office. Kudos not only to Australians for this fine exercise of democracy, but also to Prime Minister Howard.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/TV Program: Tuesday, October 12, 2004

TV Program: Tuesday, October 12, 2004TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:05 Documentary8:30 Music: Asik-asik10:00 Talk Show: Agribiz11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara 12:00 p.m.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/PKS leader resigns to focus on Assembly

PKS leader resigns to focus on AssemblyM. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Leader of the Justice Prosperous Party (PKS) Hidayat Nur Wahid relinquished on Monday his chairmanship of the Muslim-based party, saying he would concentrate on his new job as the People's Consultative Assembly ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Thugs show red light to student protesters in Riau

Thugs show red light to student protesters in RiauPuji Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru A protest against prostitution held by 500 students and residents in Riau province ahead of the Ramadhan fasting month, which starts this Friday, ended in a clash.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/New credit insurance scheme launched

New credit insurance scheme launchedTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in regional areas are expected to get better access to bank loans with the implementation of a new credit insurance scheme launched on Monday, Governor of Bank Indonesia ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Akbar upbeat about Golkar's future

Akbar upbeat about Golkar's future BANJARMASIN: In the wake of a successful performance in this year's legislative election, Golkar leader Akbar Tandjung is upbeat the party will repeat the feat by winning the 2009 general election.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Police's lab tests point to solo bomber

Police's lab tests point to solo bomberAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After studying DNA tests for almost a month, police said on Monday that blood samples from the families of another two suspected bombers from West Java and East Java did not match the DNA of body fragments found at the ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/City Police dishonorably discharge seven junior officers

City Police dishonorably discharge seven junior officersEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The newly installed Jakarta Police chief, Insp. Gen. Firman Gani, dismissed seven low-ranking officers during a ceremony on Monday, the first mass dishonorable discharge ceremony this year.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Next govt may not be effective: Expert

Next govt may not be effective: ExpertKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President-elect Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono may have won by a landslide, but it is questionable how effective his administration will be because most regional administrations and legislatures are controlled by different ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Gang murders teenage girls in Bandung, police have no leads

Gang murders teenage girls in Bandung, police have no leadsYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung Cimahi police officers have questioned at least 16 public minibus (angkot) drivers since Sunday in a desperate search for clues over the murder of two teenage girls during a robbery in a minibus ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/U-185 v'ball event a rare chance for Russian twins

U-185 v'ball event a rare chance for Russian twinsEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The just-concluded U-185 men's world volleyball championship gave twin brothers Dmitri and Serguei Mikhailov a rare chance to play together on the Russian national team in an international tournament.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Inflation may be higher than expected: BI

Inflation may be higher than expected: BIThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Inflation this year may be higher than expected due to the current surge in oil prices, Bank Indonesia Governor Burhanuddin Abdullah warned on Monday.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Festival starts in Ubud village

Festival starts in Ubud villageThe Jakarta Post, Ubud, Bali Moments of healing and celebrations coincide this week in Bali with the commemoration of the bombing two years ago at the Writers and Readers Festival in Ubud.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/SBY and the opportunity

SBY and the opportunity If ever a country has moved positively in the right direction in such a short period of time, then take your hats off and say well done Indonesia.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Companies should be required to provide day care

Companies should be required to provide day careAti Nurbaiti, Jakarta A former teacher and ticketing agent for an airline sought work one day at a hat shop. She wasn't exactly seeking a career in sales; "I just needed to know if I could still work" after a long spell at home, she said.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Susilo mulls 'one-roof' govt

Susilo mulls 'one-roof' govtTiarma Siboro and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Bogor/Jakarta To build an effective government, president-elect Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is preparing a system that places the presidential and vice presidential offices and state secretariat under one roof ...

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Tips: Renting a car

Tips: Renting a car Want to travel out of town but feel too tired to drive, or do you need an extra car to take your entire family to your hometown during the upcoming Idul Fitri holiday? Renting a car could be your best choice.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/FTA deals deadlocked

FTA deals deadlockedThe Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo Japan's separate negotiations with Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia and South Korea for bilateral free trade agreements (FTAs) have run into a brick wall.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Councillors lambasted for 'wasteful' trip

Councillors lambasted for 'wasteful' trip PALU, Central Sulawesi: An activist with a governance watchdog lashed out on Monday against a plan by 11 councillors to visit Jakarta, saying the trip was a waste of money.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Officers grilled over Adrian's escape

Officers grilled over Adrian's escapeAbdul Khalik and Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Medan Two police officers in charge of Adrian Waworuntu's corruption case are currently being interrogated on suspicion that they had a role in the alleged megacorruptor's escape.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/BritAma indoor court launched

BritAma indoor court launched JAKARTA: The BritAma Arena, an indoor venue in the Kelapa Gading Sportsmall in North Jakarta, was officially launched on Monday.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Official named suspect in Rp 18b graft case

Official named suspect in Rp 18b graft caseAndi Hajramurni, The Jakarta Post, Makassar South Sulawesi Provincial Police named Syamsuddin, the secretary of the South Sulawesi Legislative Council a suspect, for his role in the embezzlement of Rp 18.23 billion (US$1.9) of the council's 2003 budget.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/What now, Megawati?

What now, Megawati? After all the praise that has been heaped by the public and the media on President Megawati Soekarnoputri for the contribution she made in smoothing the path towards democracy in Indonesia, news of the unexpected resignation of the chief of the Indonesian military (TNI), Gen.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Susilo told to fix investment climate

Susilo told to fix investment climateZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Singapore Singapore is hopeful that Indonesia's business climate will improve following its successful presidential election, Prime Minister Lee Hsie Loong said here on Monday."In Indonesia, a new president is elected.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Fire burns down 8 Pekanbaru homes

Fire burns down 8 Pekanbaru homes PEKANBARU, Riau: A fire razed eight houses at dawn on Monday along Jl. Paus, Central Tangkerang subdistrict, Pekanbaru.No fatalities have been reported.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Govt official pushes for land reform

Govt official pushes for land reform JAKARTA: A lack of coordination between government institutions and conflicting legislation are to blame for current unresolved land disputes in the country, an official says.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Megawati lauds Howard, stays mum over Susilo

Megawati lauds Howard, stays mum over SusiloFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri congratulated Australian Prime Minister John Howard on his victory in the Oct.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Eight years sought for terror suspect

Eight years sought for terror suspect JAKARTA: The prosecution recommended on Monday an eight-year prison term for Rusman "Gun Gun" Gunawan for his alleged involvement in the bombing of the J.W. Marriott hotel that killed 12 people and wounded hundreds of other in Aug., 2003.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Group threatens to raid nightclubs

Group threatens to raid nightclubs DEPOK: The Depok chapter of the Islam Defenders Front (FPI) threatened to raid nightclubs if the administration did not close them down during Ramadhan.

Tue, 12 Oct 2004

JP/Boediono defends debt discount policy

Boediono defends debt discount policyThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Finance Boediono said on Monday there was no "political motive" behind the government's latest policy to offer huge discounts to companies with debts to the state.