Archive: 27 October 2001
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Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Time for Indonesia to reassert its non-alignment policy
Time for Indonesia to reassert its non-alignment policy Irawan Abidin Veteran Diplomat Jakarta A decade ago, there was a lively debate on whether the Non- aligned Movement (NAM) was still relevant following the demise of the Cold War. One side of the argument argued that nations could no longer be regarded as aligned with one or the other ideological camp. To say a country was non-aligned was therefore meaningless. So was the policy of non-alignment.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Two policemen arrested for people-smuggling
Two policemen arrested for people-smuggling Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta National Police Chief Gen. Surojo Bimantoro said on Friday that two police brigadiers in Riau had been arrested for illegally helping Middle Eastern boatpeople. The police are also tracking down another four people they believe are the masterminds behind people-smuggling throughout Indonesia, he said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
More on new look of the 'Post'
More on new look of the 'Post' Having been a loyal reader of The Jakarta Post for the last 11 years, I can only agree with the comments of Adrianus Hiyung Tjung in his letter published on Oct. 25. The Post is increasingly turning into a tabloid, with editorials of rather dubious insight and wisdom. Despite some excellent articles such as those in the Oct. 25 edition by Aboeprijadi Santoso and Polly Toynbee, sadly my daily "good read" has been reduced to about 15 minutes in length.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sutiyoso's European tour
Sutiyoso's European tour It was on Monday, Oct. 22, that Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso left the country for a 10-day visit to Madrid, Athens and Amsterdam, accompanied by his wife, Rini, and two senior city officials. Not surprisingly, under the circumstances, the trip drew immediate criticism not only from members of the City Council, but from the public as well. "I think the visit is not an important one," councillor Syarifien Maloko, of the Crescent Star Party (PBB) commented.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. Flood - 4x12
1. Flood - 4x12 Flooding in Jakarta unavoidable: City official 2. TV: 2x 24 Seventh private station 'Trans TV' goes to air 3. Market - 1x 40 Tanah Abang vendors prefer foreign buyers 4. FPI - 1x18 FPI members questioned
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian television stations prepare for Ramadhan
Indonesian television stations prepare for Ramadhan ============== Luas Samudera Contributor Jakarta ------------- The Muslim holy month of Ramadhan has always been a feast for television stations in Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim nation. Just as Muslims prepare to practice one of the fundamental tenets of their religion and to revitalize their faith, so the television stations are equally geared up for the occasion.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
People's smuggling: National Police Chief Gen. Surojo Bimantoro
People's smuggling: National Police Chief Gen. Surojo Bimantoro said on Friday that two police brigadiers in Riau had been arrested for illegally helping Middle Eastern boatpeople. Page 2 VP urges OIC to be firmer: Vice President Hamzah Haz called on the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) on Friday to pressure the United States and its allies to end their military operations in Afghanistan before the fasting month of Ramadhan begins mid-November.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Learning lessons from IBRA's asset sales
Learning lessons from IBRA's asset sales Hidayat Jati, Business Researcher, Jakarta The financial markets are in a nervous vigil. Is it because of the "sweeping" threat made by Indonesia's loud but small radical groups against United States citizens and assets? No.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
883,000 porn VCDs destroyed
883,000 porn VCDs destroyed JAKARTA: Some 883,000 pornographic video compact discs (VCDs) were destroyed at an office of the North Jakarta Police on Friday. "The porn VCDs were netted in recent raids of two locations -- Pluit Mas and Penjaringan," chief of North Jakarta Police precinct Sr. Comr. Andi Chaeruddin told reporters. Witnessing the event, in which the VCDs were crushed under a moving rolling machine, were Mayor of North Jakarta M.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Telephone rates
Telephone rates shouldn't go up From Forum Keadilan The delay in discussions at the House of Representatives (DPR) on the increase of telephone rates is understandable, due to the lack of transparency in the calculation of such an increase, as presented by PT Telkom. In addition, PT Telkom has not given its customers much advance notice of the planned increase. I cannot accept their reason that the increase is necessary due to expansion and continued maintenance of the existing network.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Seminar on environment
Seminar on environment SEMARANG: The Semarang-based Diponegoro University's center for environment is scheduled to hold a seminar on environment and sustainable development next week. The seminar will be held in a bid to remind both the government and society on the need to modify the culture and the current perceptions to help promote the concept of sustainable development, a statement from the university said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Boat people escape Batam detention
Boat people escape Batam detention BATAM, Riau: Seven of the 77 Afghan boat people accommodated in the Batam immigration detention center since May 2 have escaped, an official confirmed on Friday. The head of the Batam Immigration Office, Mardjono, said that the seven persons had disappeared from the detention center some days ago. "They may still be in Batam or living on islets in Riau." "We are collaborating with the local police in seeking them," he said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
There has been no explanation as to why the deputy governor
There has been no explanation as to why the deputy governor has not yet been installed, despite the fact that Hamengku Buwono X was installed as governor around two and a half years ago.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Toba Lake to host rowing c'ships
Toba Lake to host rowing c'ships MEDAN, North Sumatra: Around 400 athletes from 19 provinces across the country will compete at the National Rowing Championships in Toba Lake in North Sumatra, which start on Saturday. Chairman of the organizing committee Ahmad Idris said on Friday there are 36 golds on offer during the week-long event, which will feature rowing and canoeing competitions both in men's and women's categories. The province is hosting the championships for the first time.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
The nation is sinking
The nation is sinking It has been reported that 160,000 families in South Sulawesi are facing food shortages. This is ironic since this province has produced a surplus of 1.5 million tons rice. If we count a family as comprising the parents and two children, more than 640,000 people lack food. This data is significant if we relate it to the statement recently made by the Vice President that Indonesia has been categorized as a poor country.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
First world youth win for Indonesia's Boy Reinhard
First world youth win for Indonesia's Boy Reinhard Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Boy Reinhard chalked up his first win in his international debut at the World Youth Chess Championship in Oropesa del Mar, Spain on Thursday while Susanto Megaranto's winning streak came to a halt after he declared a draw in his fifth round game. Boy, who is taking part in the U-10 category, beat Pedro Rego of Portugal in 36 moves.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rupiah Rates Oct.26
Rupiah Rates Oct.26 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Complaints against KAI
Complaints against KAI From Koran Tempo As a commuter and one of the many regular users of services offered by PT Kereta Api Indonesia (state-run railway company), I feel compelled to complain as the following events prove how customers are neglected. On Oct. 6, the train plying the route between Tebet and Universitas Indonesia took more than two and a half hours instead of the usual 20 minutes. On Oct.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Corporate Briefs
Corporate Briefs State owned Bank Mandiri is giving consideration to issuing U.S. dollar-denominated bonds in the international money market, according to its appointed underwriter The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) on Friday. The move marks the first time Bank Mandiri has sought foreign funds. It was not immediately clear for what purpose Bank Mandiri will need the new funds.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Sowing economic and environmental success
Sowing economic and environmental success R. Kristiawan, Contributor, Temanggung, Central Java Economic and environmental concerns are sometimes really hard to mix. In reality, they should support each other but in too many cases, the environment is sacrificed for the sake of economic interests. Degradation of the soil quality in many areas in Temanggung is one example among many of poor environmental management.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
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JP/ / The number of workers of South Sumatra-based state fertilizer firm PT Pupuk Sriwijaya (Pusri) willing to participate in the company's early retirement program hit 1,800, compared with the initial target of 1,600, company president Zainal Soedjais told The Jakarta Post in the province's capital of Palembang on Thursday. The workers were attracted by a high severance pay of between Rp 70 million (about US$7,000) and Rp 400 million being offered by the company, he said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Social affairs office revived
Social affairs office revived KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: The social affairs office in Southeast Sulawesi province will soon be revived after being merged with the health office last March. Provincial Secretary Yokoyama Sinapoy said here on Friday that the revival was meant to ensure that more attention would be paid to the increasing number of social problems in the province.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Students join expo in Korea
Students join expo in Korea SURABAYA: A delegation of Indonesian students has left for Pusan, South Korea to take part in an exhibition with other students from Dongseo University. The 20-member delegation, accompanied by three lecturers of the Surabaya-based Petra Christian University, will participate in the exhibition from Nov. 23 to Nov. 29, the secretary of the School of Art and Design, Andrian Dektisa, said on Friday.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia to take part bridge event in 2002 Winter Games
Indonesia to take part bridge event in 2002 Winter Games Musthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia is set to participate in the Winter Olympics for the first time when the 2002 Salt Lake City Games in Utah begin in February, following an announcement in Paris on Thursday that bridge would be included as one of the exhibition events.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Government told to monitor airline price war
Government told to monitor airline price war Adianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The House of Representatives called on the government on Friday to monitor the current price war among domestic airlines serving the key Jakarta-Medan route. Rully Chairul Azwar of House Commission IV overseeing infrastructure and transportation said that the government must make sure that the price war would not lead to a string of bankruptcies in the industry.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
C. Java flood victims lack food, medicines
C. Java flood victims lack food, medicines Agus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Banyumas "Pak (Dad) ... I'm starving, give me something to eat," five- year-old Darno whimpered. Raising his voice, Darno repeated his request several times, but his father, Kartanom, remained silent. Kastiyem, Darno's mother, embraced him and pulled him onto her lap. "We just ate a piece of boiled sweet potato (ubi) each. We have nothing to eat, nothing to cook.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Floods worsen in Cilacap, 350 families flee
Floods worsen in Cilacap, 350 families flee Agus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Cilacap, Jateng Floods spread on Friday to the South and Central Cilacap districts in Cilacap regency, Central Java, forcing 350 families in both districts to evacuate. Gatot Arif, the head of public relations at the Cilacap administration, told The Jakarta Post on Friday that the floods had been triggered by a downpour on Thursday evening.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police question FPI members
Police question FPI members Damar Harsanto The Jakarta Post Jakarta The police questioned three members of the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) on Friday as witnesses in the case of FPI commander Al Habib Muhammad Rizieq, who has been charged with denunciation in relation to an anti-U.S. rally. "We were questioned as witnesses for Habib Rizieq (who has been charged over his) protest to the police in connection with the Oct.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
State owned Bank Mandiri is giving consideration to issuing U.S.
State owned Bank Mandiri is giving consideration to issuing U.S. dollar-denominated bonds in the international money market, according to its appointed underwriter The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) on Friday. The move marks the first time Bank Mandiri has sought foreign funds. It was not immediately clear for what purpose Bank Mandiri will need the new funds.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Mega tells police to act firmly, lawfully
Mega tells police to act firmly, lawfully Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri ordered the National Police on Friday to be firm in carrying out their duties in maintaining law and order in the country. "Be firm, do your duty without hesitation .... Even when you have to use equipment in dealing with any violent actions, just do it ...
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
12 Vietnamese stranded in Maluku
12 Vietnamese stranded in Maluku TUAL, Maluku: Twelve Vietnamese boat people became stranded in Tual, Southeast Maluku Regency, on Thursday, while making their way to Australia. Adj. Sr. Comr. Rana S.P., chief of the Southeast Maluku Police Precinct, said here on Friday that the Vietnamese boat people would be handed over to the local immigration office.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Temanggung's potent tobacco history
Temanggung's potent tobacco history R. Kristiawan, Contributor, Temanggung, Central Java A small town in Central Java called Temanggung is far more famous than Jakarta, and at least as popular as Bali, for many of the people of Bremen, Germany. Why should a little town located between Mt. Sumbing and Mt. Sindoro can be so popular? According to one Bremen resident, Bremen used to be a thriving center for the tobacco trade in Europe and Temanggung was distinguished for its high quality tobacco.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
ITB to have new rector on Monday
ITB to have new rector on Monday Yuli Tri Suwarni The Jakarta Post Bandung Following a three-month selection period involving 200 nominees, the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) was scheduled to elect one of three favored candidates for the institute's top position on Monday, to replace current rector Prof. Lilik Hendrajaya. Rizal T.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
12 Vietnamese stranded in Maluku
12 Vietnamese stranded in Maluku TUAL, Maluku: Twelve Vietnamese boat people became stranded in Tual, Southeast Maluku Regency, on Thursday, while making their way to Australia. Adj. Sr. Comr. Rana S.P., chief of the Southeast Maluku Police Precinct, said here on Friday that the Vietnamese boat people would be handed over to the local immigration office.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Number of scholarship applicants up
Number of scholarship applicants up PEKANBARU, Riau: The number of applicants for postgraduate and doctoral scholarships in the province of Riau increased from 145 last year to 300 this year, according to an official. The head of the provincial Social Affairs Bureau, H. Mustafa Kamal, said here on Friday that only 129 of the applicants would be granted the scholarships, both for study within the country and overseas.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
U.S Dollar Rates Oct.26
U.S Dollar Rates Oct.26 Latest Previous %Change Yen 122.67-71 122.86-92 -0.15 Euro 0.8916-21 0.8930-34 -0.16 Sterling* 1.4304-09 1.4276-84 +0.20 Swiss franc 1.6529-35 1.6523-29 +0.04 Canadian dollar 1.5743-49 1.5732-42 +0.07 Australian dollar* 0.5012-17 0.5033-38 -0.42 New Zealand dollar* 0.4120-27 0.4131-38 -0.27 Deutsche mark 2.1924-36 2.1892-02 +0.15 Czech koruna 37.744-74 37.692-22 +0.14 Hungary forint 283.86-40 282.97-65 +0.31 Danish krone 8.3360-90 8.3234-74 +0.15 Norwegian krone...
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
By Hendarsyah Tarmizi
By Hendarsyah Tarmizi The Jakarta Post Jakarta Booking rooms online, why not? Are you planning to go somewhere but don't have enough time to find a good hotel. Why not try online booking, it is easier and more convenient. With only a click of your computer mouse, you can find a wide range of hotel choices that can suit your taste, and more importantly your budget. In Indonesia, the number of hotels which have their own online reservation facilities are still few and far between.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Stock Exchange
Stock Exchange Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct.26, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,275 0 5,000 Adindo Foresta 80 10 10,000 AGIS 110 0 50,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 200 0 31,500 Alakasa 215 0 0 Alfa Retailindo 850 0 36,000 Alter Abadi 55 -15 500 Alumindo Light 525 0 500 Andhi Chandra 2,025 0 0 Aneka Kimia Raya 260 0 0 Aneka Tambang 925 25 1,881,500 Apac Citra 265 25 10,000 Aqua Golden...
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Cartoon 8:30 Children's Program 9:00 Documentary 10:30 Music 11:00 News 11:30 Music 12:00 p.m. News 1:00 Music 2:00 News 3:30 Religious Teachings 4:30 Children's Program 5:00 Music 6:00 News 7:00 Music 7:30 Quiz 9:00 News 9:30 Music 11:00 Sports Program 2 5:30 p.m. Music 6:30 City News 7:00 Music 7:30 News (in English) 8:30 Features TPI 5:30 a.m.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Asian currencies mixed late, dollar remains buoyant
Asian currencies mixed late, dollar remains buoyant Dow Jones, Singapore Asian currencies were mixed in directionless trading late Friday, with the dollar retaining its resilient streak despite its losses overnight. After an initial knee-jerk selloff in the dollar, most Asian currencies came off their morning highs as the U.S. currency regained its footing, bolstered by the pessimism surrounding the region's economies, dealers said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Poor equipment blamed for train crash
Poor equipment blamed for train crash Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Analysts blamed a lack of modern equipment and a lack of professionalism as the major cause of the increasing number of train accidents, including the latest one in Rangkasbitung, Banten, which killed three people, injured 15 others and virtually destroyed the two trains on Thursday morning.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Anti-money laundering law expected next year
Anti-money laundering law expected next year The House of Representatives is expected to be able to complete debate on the anti-money laundering bill before June 2002, according to a senior official of the central bank. Bank Indonesia deputy director for research and development Nelson Tampubolon was quoted by Antara as saying on Friday in Surabaya that completion of the bill was crucial if Indonesia wanted to avoid severe international sanctions.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
All discos banned during Ramadhan
All discos banned during Ramadhan JAKARTA: The government will close all night clubs and ban street demonstrations around the country during the Muslim fasting month that will begin on Nov. 16. Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agil Husin Al Munawar said on Friday that the move was taken out of respect for the Muslim holy month. He also urged all television stations not to air entertainment or programs containing pornography and to replace them with religious programs.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tobacco brings hope for farmers
Tobacco brings hope for farmers Israr Ardiansyah, The Jakarta Post, Temanggung, Central Java Tobacco farmer Gunawan sits leisurely in his house in Bulu district, at the foot of Mt. Sumbing, some 80 kilometers northwest of Yogyakarta. He was looking in one direction, at his tobacco field glowing under the bright sun. "I think I'll buy a Kijang van," the 34-year-old farmer said confidently. He has every reason to be optimistic.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
'Trans TV' becomes seventh private network on air
'Trans TV' becomes seventh private network on air Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Another private television station, Trans TV, aired its inaugural broadcast on Friday, becoming the seventh local private television station on-air today. Seventy percent of its programming schedule will be filled by entertainment shows, mainly imported but with the addition of local talk shows and interactive quizzes, while the remainder of its air time will be devoted to news.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Singapore, Japan sign MOUs
Singapore, Japan sign MOUs Singapore and Japan signed two deals Friday agreeing to study ways their nations can jointly explore business opportunities in India, China and Southeast Asia. The memoranda of understanding, or MOUs, were signed in Singapore by officials from the Japan External Trade Organization and Singapore' Productivity and Standards Board and the Trade Development Board.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Patience has its limits
Patience has its limits From Kompas I am a teacher in Sleman regency, Yogyakarta and was transferred from Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara in June 2000. I was only paid my salary until April 2001 so I asked the relevant authorities at the office of the National Education Department in Sleman regency and at the finance division of the Sleman administration but they advised me to wait patiently for it. I have been waiting with patience, but I have a wife and three children to look after.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/4/GRACE
JP/4/GRACE Grace Emilia The Jakarta Post Contributor Jakarta Travel downfall: Big players suffer most Talking about the hotel market situation in Indonesia means discussing the ripple down effect of globalization, particularly after the Sept. 11 terrorist attack in America. The attack has sent the world airline industry into the doldrums.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Security issues top ASEAN talks
Security issues top ASEAN talks MALAYSIA: Security issues dominated a meeting of Southeast Asian transport ministers in the wake of the terror attacks on the United States, an official in Kuala Lumpur said on Friday. The meeting ended with the "unanimous" agreement of all delegates to boost transportation security measures in the region, Malaysian Transport Minister Ling Liong Sik said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Singapore's ruling party ushers in new guard
Singapore's ruling party ushers in new guard Amy Tan, Reuters, Singapore Singapore's ruling People's Action Party (PAP), in power for more than 36 years, has begun to reshape its leadership and bring in new blood from previously untapped areas to tackle a more uncertain future. The tiny trade-dependent country is in its worst recession since independence in 1965 and faces rising security concerns after the attacks on the United States as a small pro-Western island in the heart of Southeast Asia.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. Air (1x30)
1. Air (1x30) Govt told to monitor airline price war 2. Sjahri Loan utilization by real sector low: BI 3. Belum (4x9) Japan approves policy package as economy slides 4. Paris (4x15) Government expects tough talks at next Paris Club creditors meeting 5. Bill (2x18) Anti-money laundering law expected before June
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
1. HIDAYAT
1. HIDAYAT 2 X 18 48pt Bodoni Learning lessons from IBRA's asset sales Asset sales are good things, learn from these deals Hidayat Jati Business Researcher Jakarta
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Komnas replaces secretary general
Komnas replaces secretary general JAKARTA: The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) named Gembong Prijono as its new secretary general replacing Asmara Nababan. Gembong, who is secretary general at the ministry of resettlement and regional infrastructure, passed the screening process conducted by a human resources consultant company. His appointment still needs to be officially approved by President Megawati Soekarnoputri next week.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Cemex agrees to delay Gresik purchase
Cemex agrees to delay Gresik purchase Berni K. Moestafa and Kasparman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Padang Mexican-based cement giant Cemex SA de CV said on Friday that it accepted the Indonesian government's decision to extend a deadline for the sale of a 51 percent stake in state-owned cement company PT Semen Gresik under a put option deal.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
AGO to question Akbar, Wiranto on Wednesday
AGO to question Akbar, Wiranto on Wednesday The Jakarta Post Jakarta The Attorney General's Office on Friday issued summonses for House of Representatives' Speaker Akbar Tandjung and former military chief Gen. (ret) Wiranto to appear at the office on Wednesday for questioning in relation to a graft investigation.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Flooding in Jakarta inavoidable: City official
Flooding in Jakarta inavoidable: City official Ahmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakarta cannot avoid being flooded as 40 percent of the city is on low-lying land, a senior official of the city administration said here on Friday. "We can only minimize the negative impacts by improving all facilities that deal with floodwater," said IGKG Suena, chairman of the city's public works agency.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Royal family members vie for deputy governor post
Royal family members vie for deputy governor post Asip A. Hasani, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Competition between two candidates for the position of deputy governor, both from the Paku Alam royal family, has reached an alarming level, with their supporters taking to the streets and putting advertisements in local newspapers.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian television stations gear up for Ramadhan
Indonesian television stations gear up for Ramadhan Luas Samudera, Contributor, Jakarta The Muslim holy month of Ramadhan has always been a feast for television stations in Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim nation. Just as Muslims prepare to practice one of the fundamental tenets of their religion and to revitalize their faith, so the television stations are equally geared up for the occasion.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Illegal mining threatens international tin market
Illegal mining threatens international tin market Thirty thousand freelance tin miners have taken over a mineral-rich island in Indonesia and are threatening an environmental crisis while seriously damaging the commercial tin market, the world's largest tin producer warned last Thursday. PT Timah told an industry meeting in London that appeals to the Jakarta authorities to put a halt to the operations had fallen on deaf ears.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
VP urges OIC to be firmer on U.S. strikes
VP urges OIC to be firmer on U.S. strikes The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Vice President Hamzah Haz called on the Organization of Islamic Conference (OIC) on Friday to pressure the United States and its allies to end their military operations in Afghanistan before the fasting month of Ramadhan begins mid-November.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Rescue team unaware of sinking
Rescue team unaware of sinking Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta When news about a boat packed with 418 Middle Eastern asylum seekers sank last week, there was no word on what Search and Rescue teams were doing. Forty-four survivors said they were helped by fishermen after floating in the rough seas for two days. The Indonesian Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas) broke its silence on Friday -- in self defense.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian television stations prepare for Ramadhan
Indonesian television stations prepare for Ramadhan ============== Luas Samudera Contributor Jakarta ------------- The Muslim holy month of Ramadhan has always been a feast for television stations in Indonesia, the world's most populous Muslim nation. Just as Muslims prepare to practice one of the fundamental tenets of their religion and to revitalize their faith, so the television stations are equally geared up for the occasion.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Decree on ethics in govt to help combat corruption
Decree on ethics in govt to help combat corruption Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Corrupt officials may suffer some sleepless nights after the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) winds up its 10-day Annual Session on Nov. 10. The Assembly, the highest law-making body in the nation, is set to issue a decree on government ethics which requires state officials to resign if they are implicated in a scandal.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Revision of regional autonomy goes on: Hari
Revision of regional autonomy goes on: Hari Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Home Affairs Lt. Gen. Hari Sabarno asserted on Friday that the government would continue revising the law on regional autonomy, despite objection from regents and other representatives of regional administrations.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Flood victims lack food, medicines
Flood victims lack food, medicines Agus Maryono The Jakarta Post Banyumas "Pak (Dad) ... I'm starving, give me something to eat," five- year-old Darno whimpered. Raising his voice, Darno repeated his request several times, but his father, Kartanom, remained silent. Kastiyem, Darno's mother, embraced him and pulled him onto her lap. "We just ate a piece of boiled sweet potato (ubi) each. We have nothing to eat, nothing to cook.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tanah Abang vendors favor big foreign buyers
Tanah Abang vendors favor big foreign buyers Annastashya Emmanuelle The Jakarta Post Jakarta The Tanah Abang market in Central Jakarta is far from being a convenient place to shop. There is no proper ventilation and no air conditioners, while the shops are small and cramped and passageways are too narrow. But it is always crowded and among the loyal shoppers are a number of Africans.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
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JP/ / The number of workers of South Sumatra-based state fertilizer firm PT Pupuk Sriwijaya (Pusri) willing to participate in the company's early retirement program hit 1,800, compared with the initial target of 1,600, company president Zainal Soedjais told The Jakarta Post in the province's capital of Palembang on Thursday. The workers were attracted by a high severance pay of between Rp 70 million (about US$7,000) and Rp 400 million being offered by the company, he said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police should be firm in carrying out duties: President
Police should be firm in carrying out duties: President Fabiola Desy Unidjaja The Jakarta Post Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri ordered the National Police on Friday to be firm in carrying out their duties in maintaining law and order in the country. "Be firm, do your duty without hesitation .... Even when you have to use equipment in dealing with any violent actions, just do it ...
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian best climber has doubts about victory
Indonesian best climber has doubts about victory Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's world champion speed climber, Etti Hendrawati, is reluctant to rate her chances of victory at the 10th Asian Sports Climbing Championships, taking place on Saturday and Sunday at the Eastern Plaza of the Bung Karno Sports Complex, Central Jakarta.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Input from the public vital for revision of Police bill
Input from the public vital for revision of Police bill Abu Hanifah, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The public must become more active in providing feedback on the controversial National Police bill, Hendardi, a human rights campaigner from the Indonesian Legal Aid and Human Rights Association (PBHI), said. "There must be mutual communication between the legislators and the public.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Loan utilization by real sector low: BI
Loan utilization by real sector low: BI Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia said companies had absorbed only 40 percent of the loans provided by the banking sector, underscoring the private sector's low investment capacity to stimulate economic growth. Bank Indonesia Governor Sjahril Sabirin said on Friday that high interest rates were unlikely the root of sluggish investment growth in the real sector.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Government expects tough talks at Paris Club III
Government expects tough talks at Paris Club III Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government said on Friday it was expecting some tough negotiating at next month's third meeting with the Paris Club donor countries over Indonesia's request to reschedule Rp 27 trillion (about US$2.6 billion) in debt principle and interest payments.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Street vendor injured in brawl
Street vendor injured in brawl BOGOR: Dozens of Bogor administration civil service officers were involved in a brawl with vendors on Thursday that left one of the vendors injured. The brawl broke out following a public order operation conducted by 50 civil service officers, who were attempting to move vendors in Jl. Kapten Muslihat to Jl. Dewi Sartika, beginning at 9 a.m. The officers confiscated some of the vendors' merchandise during the operation.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
FPI members questioned over anti-U.S. rally
FPI members questioned over anti-U.S. rally Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The police questioned three members of the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) on Friday as witnesses in the case of FPI commander Al Habib Muhammad Rizieq, who has been charged with denunciation in relation to an anti-U.S. rally. "We were questioned as witnesses for Habib Rizieq (who has been charged over his) protest to the police in connection with the Oct.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Semarang:
Where to go in Semarang: Tour and Travel Services * Antara Travel Service, Puri Anjasmoro, Ruko E1/9 (phone: 024- 7605341, fax: 024-7605779). * Electra Duta Wisata Tour and Travel, Jl. Gajah Mada 1 (phone: 024-3518444, 3511112, fax: 3511114). * Fortuna Tours and Travel, Jl. Dr. Cipto 286-288 (phone: 024- 8313382, 8445457). * Gema Mahardika Tours and Travel, Jl. Dr. Setiabudi 53A (phone: 7473245). * Giantra Wisata, Jl. Letjen M.T. Haryono517B (phone: 024- 8443333, fax: 8447374).
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tanah Abang vendors prefer foreign buyers
Tanah Abang vendors prefer foreign buyers Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Tanah Abang market in Central Jakarta is far from being a convenient place to shop. There is no proper ventilation and no air conditioners, while the shops are small and cramped and passageways are too narrow. But it is always crowded and among the loyal shoppers are a number of Africans.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Japan gives 72 used trains to PT KAI
Japan gives 72 used trains to PT KAI JAKARTA: Japan donated 72 used trains this year to PT KAI to improve the city's transportation service, a Japanese official said. Indonesia, however, had to pay for the cost of delivery, Shigeya Aoyama, the first secretary on information and cultural affairs at the Japanese Embassy, said on Thursday at Manggarai Station in Central Jakarta. He refused to mention the cost, but said that Japan had provided Indonesia with a loan to pay for the delivery cost.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Police question FPI members
Police question FPI members Damar Harsanto The Jakarta Post Jakarta The police questioned three members of the Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) on Friday as witnesses in the case of FPI commander Al Habib Muhammad Rizieq, who has been charged with denunciation in relation to an anti-U.S. rally. "We were questioned as witnesses for Habib Rizieq (who has been charged over his) protest to the police in connection with the Oct.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Woman found dead in dormitory
Woman found dead in dormitory PEKANBARU, Riau: A female employee of a pulp and paper factory, PT Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP), was found dead in her room at the company's dormitory here on Thursday morning. Police said that the death of Evi, 22, was discovered when a relative named Joni, 30, came to visited her. Riau Police spokesman Adj. Sr. Comr. S Pandiangan said that Joni found Evi's room locked. Joni knocked at the door but there was no response.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
AGO to question Akbar, Wiranto on Wednesday
AGO to question Akbar, Wiranto on Wednesday The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Attorney General's Office on Friday issued summonses for House of Representatives' Speaker Akbar Tandjung and former military chief Gen. (ret) Wiranto to appear at the office on Wednesday for questioning in relation to a graft investigation.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/4/GRACE
JP/4/GRACE Grace Emilia The Jakarta Post Contributor Jakarta Talking about the hotel market situation in Indonesia means discussing the ripple down effect of globalization, particularly after the Sept. 11 terrorist attack in America. The attack has sent the world airline industry into the doldrums. Prior to the tragedy, the decline in the global economy had led the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to predict losses for all carriers of US$2.5 billion until the end of this year.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta: Exhibitions * Dutch Graphic Design, Erasmus Huis, Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, Kav S-3, Kuningan, South Jakarta (Phone: 5241069), until Nov. 3. * Indonesian Comic, the British Council, S. Wijoyo Centre, Jl. Jend. Sudirman, South Jakarta, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., until Oct. 31. * Painting Art Festival 2001 by Amrus Natalsya, Joko Pekik, etc., Bizete Gallery, Jl. Gandaria I no. 9 A, South Jakarta (Phone: 7246725), Mon. to Fri., 10 a.m.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Controversial police bill
Controversial police bill From Neraca In the end, the House of Representatives (DPR) has decided to delay the enactment of the bill on the National Police. The reason is that the bill has received a lot of criticism. It's very strange, considering that the bill has been discussed for ten months. For me, this postponement reflects the fact that some legislators are not professional. A ten-month time frame should be enough to accommodate inputs from the community.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Woman found dead
Woman found dead PEKANBARU, Riau: A female employee of a pulp and paper factory, PT Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP), was found dead in her room at the company's dormitory here on Thursday morning. Police said that the death of Evi, 22, was discovered when a relative named Joni, 30, came to visited her. Riau Police spokesman Adj. Sr. Comr. S Pandiangan said that Joni found Evi's room locked. Joni knocked at the door but there was no response.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Foreign ships operating in Bengkulu
Foreign ships operating in Bengkulu BENGKULU, Bengkulu: Six Thai fishing vessels have been operating in Mukuo-Muko Utara waters off North Bengkulu regency. Reports say that the Thai fishermen were choosy about the fish they caught. "They catch only expensive fish. They just dump the dead fish they don't want," a local fisherman, Syaiful, said.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
ITB to elect new rector on Monday
ITB to elect new rector on Monday Yuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung Following a three-month selection period involving 200 nominees, the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) was scheduled to elect one of three favored candidates for the institute's top position on Monday, to replace current rector Prof. Lilik Hendrajaya. Rizal T.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
JP/18/moneymatter
JP/18/moneymatter Global economic growth is likely to bounce back by mid-2002 after the September 11 attacks pushed the United States into the arms of recession and slashed demand in other countries, the OECD's chief said on Friday. The Paris-based Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is set to more than halve the 2002 growth forecast for its 30 members, according to draft figures for its November 20 projections release.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Yogyakarta:
Where to go in Yogyakarta: Exhibitions * Graphic and Installation, Bentara Budaya Yogyakarta, Jl. Suroto 2 (phone: 0274-560404), until Oct. 31. * Fine Art by Kelompok Greget 95, Taman Budaya Yogyakarta, Bulaksumur (phone: 0274-561914), Oct. 28 to Nov. 2. * Painting by by Kelompok Ilusi, Taman Budaya Yogyakarta, until Oct. 27. * Painting by Bangladeshi artist Mahbubur Rahman, Cemeti Art House, Jl. D.I. Panjaitan 41 (phone: 0274-371015, e- mail:cemetiah@indosat.net.id), until Nov. 1.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Tanah Abang vendors favor big foreign buyers
Tanah Abang vendors favor big foreign buyers Annastashya Emmanuelle The Jakarta Post Jakarta The Tanah Abang market in Central Jakarta is far from being a convenient place to shop. There is no proper ventilation and no air conditioners, while the shops are small and cramped and passageways are too narrow. But it is always crowded and among the loyal shoppers are a number of Africans.
Sat, 27 Oct 2001, 00:00 WIB
Singapore slump deepens
Singapore slump deepens Reuters, Singapore Singapore's manufacturers are suffering their worst crunch in history, with output in September feeling fallout from the U.S. attacks and compounding the woes of an economy in the depths of recession. The city state's overall manufacturing output had a record fall of 22.3 percent in September versus a year ago, slightly better than average estimates of about 24 percent. Analysts said sharp falls in U.S.