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Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/House demolition on hold for compensation deal

House demolition on hold for compensation deal JAKARTA (JP): Central Jakarta Mayor Abdul Kahfi yesterday agreed to call a halt to the demolition of houses on a disputed plot of land in the Kebon Kacang sub-district until agreement is reached between residents and a private developer on the price ...

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/RI to relax regulations on tourism

RI to relax regulations on tourism JAKARTA (JP): The government will issue next week a new regulation allowing foreign tourists to visit the country by driving their own vehicles through sea and land borders, said Coordinating Minister for Production and Distribution Hartarto.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Service improvement urgent

Service improvement urgent Of late, the cellular phone market has been suffering a rather unhealthy condition. First, a black market has developed to upset official market prices.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Soldiers rescuing Irian hostages get promotion

Soldiers rescuing Irian hostages get promotion JAKARTA (JP): More than 100 soldiers were promoted yesterday for their role in ending the four-month hostage drama in the Irian Jaya jungle earlier this month.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Bimantara not to issue rights shares immediately

Bimantara not to issue rights shares immediately JAKARTA (JP): Publicly-listed conglomerate PT Bimantara Citra said yesterday it will not issue rights shares this year or next to finance the expansion of its subsidiaries.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/PT PGN to build 800-kilometer gas pipeline

PT PGN to build 800-kilometer gas pipeline JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN) is to build an 800-km gas pipeline connecting the Asamera gas field in Jambi province, Duri in Riau and Batam. It is expected to cost US$600 million.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/WTO brief expansion opposed

WTO brief expansion opposedBy Alfons Samosir GENEVA (JP): Nearly 18 months have elapsed since the WTO came into effect in January 1995. The huge package of the Uruguay Round as embodied in the Final Act took more than seven years to conclude.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/'Affandi and Family' to display 100 paintings

'Affandi and Family' to display 100 paintingsBy Parvathi Nayar Narayan JAKARTA (JP): Among contemporary artistes, it is rare for a painter to be a household name -- that is a privilege usually reserved for movie stars and musicians.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Insinuating media

Insinuating media I too watched the Australian Television's announcement of the hostage rescue operation with mounting aggravation. The fact that a "setback" was mentioned indicates an acknowledgement of two opposing legal parties.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/WB proposals to tackle traffic jams discussed

WB proposals to tackle traffic jams discussed JAKARTA (JP): A transportation expert has suggested that the city should start setting up areas where motorists can park their vehicles and board buses.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/PT Indorama expects Rp 131 b ent profits

PT Indorama expects Rp 131 b ent profits JAKARTA (JP): PT Indorama synthetic, Indonesia's largest polyester producer, expects the price of purified terephthalic acid (PTA) to drop to $600 per ton on the world market due to a glut in supplies.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/TV today

TV todayTVRI 2:30 p.m. My Country 3:05 Teenage Program: Indonesian Teenager 3:30 TV Series: Fresh Prince of Bell Air 4:05 Comedy 4:30 Quiz: Cerdas Cermat 5:00 Evening News 5:30 Library World 6:00 News: Lintasan Berita 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program ...

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Redress gaps between regions, Soeharto says

Redress gaps between regions, Soeharto says JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday called for greater efforts to bridge the gap of development between regions.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Prejudice-free cultural ties needed

Prejudice-free cultural ties needed JAKARTA (JP): Cultural ties between countries should be built upon trust, noted cultural observer M. Boediardjo said here yesterday.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Galang Island loses refugees

Galang Island loses refugees PADANG, West Sumatra: The local police command will dispatch 129 members of the mobile brigade under Maj. Syari Gunawan to Galang Island to secure the repatriation of Vietnamese refugees.Local deputy police chief Col.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/900 marine species endangered

900 marine species endangered KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: The Komodo National Park and the seas near Flores Island boasts 900 marine species which have to be protected, a local official said yesterday.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/U.S. bond issue won't be used to finance deficit

U.S. bond issue won't be used to finance deficit JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia Governor J. Soedradjad Djiwandono emphasized yesterday that proceeds of the government's bonds to be issued in the United States in August will not be used to finance the country's current account deficit.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Mulialand to acquire firm

Mulialand to acquire firm JAKARTA (JP): PT Mulialand, a publicly-listed property developer, said yesterday that it has raised upwards its profit projection from Rp 114 billion (US$48 million) to Rp 140 billion for this year.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/The Listening Post

The Listening Post * BBC Science Magazine presents audio features of interest and importance, and it can motivate the second-language learner to build his or her listening skills. These reports are part of the BBC Topical Tapes series, which we have played over the air before.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Be wary of guilt

Be wary of guilt JAMBI, Jambi: An increasing number of the town's residents suffer from mental disorders characterized by hysteria and excessive guilt, an expert said yesterday.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Kurniawan to join team for Asia Cup

Kurniawan to join team for Asia Cup JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's international striker Kurniawan Dwi Yulianto has finally received the call to play in the Asia Cup warm-up match against the Italian side Sampdoria in Medan, North Sumatra on June 4.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/'Talks needed on demolition'

'Talks needed on demolition' TANGERANG (JP): The Golkar faction of the House of Representatives asked the regency administration here to hold talks with residents before demolishing their homes in Dadap village.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso I would like to share with your readers one of the funniest experiences in my life. This experience is relevant to the visit of Burkina Faso President, Blaise Campaore, to Indonesia.Last year I was among 200 Humphrey fellows visiting the U.S.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Hotel employees go on strike

Hotel employees go on strike JAKARTA (JP): Some 150 employees of Hotel John Pardede International in Central Jakarta went on strike yesterday to demand minimum wages.Ade, a spokesman, said the employees of the hotel on Jl. Raden Saleh receive an average of Rp 110,000 (US$47.30) a month.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Tiger breeding in Lampung

Tiger breeding in Lampung BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: Tiger Project, an international organization concerned with tigers' survival, is trying to breed the endangered Sumatran tiger in the Way Kambas National Park.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Hotel Dai-ichi, Jl. Senen Raya 135, Central Jakarta. - Mezzanine Lounge: The Praise Vocal Group, nightly except Sundays, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. * Hotel Aryaduta, Jl.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/No new political parties allowed: Soesilo

No new political parties allowed: Soesilo JAKARTA (JP): A limited cabinet meeting decided yesterday to take action against the new political party founded by sacked legislator Sri Bintang Pamungkas "if it conducts political activities".

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Where to go in Bali:

Where to go in Bali:Music and Entertainments * Grand Hyatt Bali, Nusa Dua: Pasar Senggol - Balinese Arts & Crafts, daily. Sunset Procession, daily. Ramayana Dance, Thursday. Legong Dance, Saturday. Arjuna Wiwaha Dance, Sunday. Rejang, Puspawresti, Belibis and Jaran Teji dances, Monday.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Kuta hucksters

Kuta hucksters On a recent holiday to Indonesia, during which we traveled all over Java and to Bali by regular bus lines, we met numerous kind and honest people who made this vacation an unforgettable experience.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/University hosts festival to promote Betawi culture

University hosts festival to promote Betawi culture DEPOK (JP): The latest effort to promote the culture of the Betawi (original Jakartans) is the two-day Pesta Betawi 1996 festival, held yesterday and today at the University of Indonesia.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Let it be

Let it be I refer to Mr. Piero Ronci's letter (The Jakarta Post, May 21, 1996). I agree that the millions of children and old people who have difficulty in following subtitles have the same rights as educated people and/or expatriates to enjoy TV since all of them pay TV tax.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Hard to swallow

Hard to swallow If Soe L. Han from the Myanmar Embassy in Jakarta (The Jakarta Post, May 28, 1996) wants to be perceived as a measured, balanced and reasonable mouthpiece of his country's regime, he needs to be careful with his facts.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/RI begins clearing Galang of boat people

RI begins clearing Galang of boat people JAKARTA (JP): The military will repatriate 200 Indochinese boat people from Galang Island by sea tomorrow in a new drive to clear the island of all remaining Vietnamese and Cambodians who have overstayed their welcomes.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Bekasi residents upset over ID cards

Bekasi residents upset over ID cards BEKASI, West Java (JP): Thousands of Bekasi residents have complained about the complicated process involved in getting and renewing ID cards, now that birth certificates are a prerequisite.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Betawi painting expo

Betawi painting expo JAKARTA (JP): In conjunction with the 469th anniversary of Jakarta, the Omni Batavia Hotel is holding a Betawi Painting Exhibition by city painter Sarnadi Adam.The exhibition will take place in the Pre-function Batavia Ballroom, on the second floor of Omni Batavia Hotel, Jl.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Govt questions wisdom of recent protests

Govt questions wisdom of recent protests JAKARTA (JP): Coordinating Minister for Political Affairs and Security Soesilo Soedarman yesterday questioned the wisdom of many recent street demonstrations, arguing that the issues they raised were already being handled by the government.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Indonesia's week of glory in Hong Kong

Indonesia's week of glory in Hong KongPhoto captionPhoto A/B: SmilesBola/BolaSMILES: The Indonesian mens team (left photo) wave to fans after the Thomas Cup trophy presentation. They beat Denmark 5-0 in the Cup final on Sunday for their 10th title.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Last batch of haj pilgrims from Indonesia return home

Last batch of haj pilgrims from Indonesia return home JAKARTA (JP): The last plane bringing home Indonesians from the haj pilgrimage landed at the Halim Perdanakusuma airport yesterday afternoon, smoothly concluding the haj operation whose early stages were marked with glitches.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Pot in pots

Pot in pots BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: Police have seized marijuana that was being grown in 10 pots in the backyard of a resident.The police raided the home of a 33-year-old man on Jl. Urip Sumoharjo on Tuesday night on a tip from another resident, Antara reported yesterday.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Dickenson's Chocolate Lattice Fruit Baskets

Dickenson's Chocolate Lattice Fruit BasketsChocolate Lattice Fruit Baskets Chocolate Lattice Fruit Baskets is Margaret H. Dickenson's version of strawberries and cream. Creating the pastry lattice baskets is the only real work required in preparing the recipe.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Stock Exchange

Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on May 30, 1996: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo ...

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Looking to the future to tell the story of the past

Looking to the future to tell the story of the pastBy Jane Freebury JAKARTA (JP): A look at Indonesia's celebrated mix of cultures is available on all television stations simultaneously every Sunday morning through the program Anak Seribu Pulau.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Itochu Corporation joins Prasedha's rubber subsidiary

Itochu Corporation joins Prasedha's rubber subsidiary JAKARTA (JP): PT Aneka Bumi Pratama, a subsidiary of publicly listed PT Prasidha Aneka Niaga, signed here yesterday a joint venture agreement with Itochu Corporation of Japan to increase its crumb rubber production capacity from 70,000 tons at ...

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Japan will suffer losses if it quits from Indonesia

Japan will suffer losses if it quits from Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Investment Sanyoto Sastrowardoyo said yesterday that Japan would suffer losses if it stopped investing in Indonesia merely because of the national car program.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Mas Murni's revenues rise

Mas Murni's revenues rise SURABAYA, East Java (JP): PT Mas Murni Indonesia, which has operations in the hotel business, said it reaped Rp 35.95 billion (US$15.63 million) in revenues last year, 31 percent higher than the Rp 27.5 billion recorded in 1994.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Malaysian phonies

Malaysian phonies I was doing my regular grocery shopping at Sogo in Kelapa Gading Mall on May 22, 1996, at 3:30 p.m. when I was approached by a man in his late forties or early fifties.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Buffalo stroke entertains tourists

Buffalo stroke entertains tourists BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: Tourism officials in this province now know how to make the ubiquitous swamps and buffalo a bit more useful.They herd tourists, foreign and local, to swamps to see a peculiar buffalo swimming race.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Atlanta to host safest Olympics: Organizers

Atlanta to host safest Olympics: Organizers JAKARTA (JP): Organizers of the Atlanta Olympic Games reconfirmed yesterday their guarantee to hold the safest world sporting extravaganza ever in Olympic history.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/House fire in W. Jakarta

House fire in W. Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): An electrical short-circuit yesterday started a house fire on Jl. Mangga Ubi, in the Kapuk subdistrict, West Jakarta.Eight fire trucks were deployed to extinguish the house which lasted for an hour, starting at 15:35 p.m.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/RI workers in Kuwait legally protected

RI workers in Kuwait legally protected JAKARTA (JP): The Kuwaiti government guaranteed yesterday that all Indonesians and other foreigners legally working in the country are protected by laws.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/U.S. Senator to visit E. Timor

U.S. Senator to visit E. Timor JAKARTA (JP): Visiting U.S. Senator Claiborne Pell yesterday held an exchange of views with Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas concerning East Timor and human rights."We just had a general exchange of views.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Dickenson drafts 'Blueprints for Creative Entertaining'

Dickenson drafts 'Blueprints for Creative Entertaining'By Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): Entertaining guests is really not an easy job. It needs accurate planning.Margaret H. Dickenson has all the entertaining answers.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Sri Bintang's new party

Sri Bintang's new party For years many people have complained that Indonesia's current political system is outdated and should be reformed in line with new developments.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/YLKI slams express bus fare increase

YLKI slams express bus fare increase JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI) yesterday blasted the Land Transport Owners Organization (Organda) for increasing the fare of air-conditioned express buses from Rp 1,300 to Rp 1,800 (78 US cents).

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Sinar Mas revamps its multifinance company

Sinar Mas revamps its multifinance company JAKARTA (JP): PT Sinar Mas Multiartha, a publicly-listed multifinance arm of the Sinar Mas Group, said yesterday it will change its line of business because, under its current standing, it does not comply with government rulings on multifinance firms.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Expatriate's contribution

Expatriate's contribution Commenting on Mr. Coelho's letter (The Jakarta Post, May 29, 1996 edition), we have actually had expatriates come to our country for 300 years (two centuries earlier than your country). We called them Penjajah, or colonialists.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Local steel grating company optimistic

Local steel grating company optimistic JAKARTA (JP): PT Webforge Indonesia, a manufacturer and fabricator of steel grating whose prices are said to be 20 percent lower than imports, is optimistic that its products will win a place on the domestic market.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Bimantara Citra to launch national cars in July

Bimantara Citra to launch national cars in July JAKARTA (JP): Publicly-listed Bimantara Citra, controlled by President Soeharto's son Bambang Trihatmodjo, plans to unfurl its "national" cars -- to be called Bimantara -- in July.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Fair employees protest over retirement money

Fair employees protest over retirement money JAKARTA (JP): Representatives of more than 300 former employees of the Jakarta Fair Foundation filed a complaint with the city council yesterday over their future severance pay.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Health workers face difficulties

Health workers face difficultiesBy Stevie Emilia BELU, East Nusa Tenggara (JP): Yeswelda Mali, a midwife in Lamaknen district, wakes up at the first cockcrow, bicycles to the Weluli village clinic, and often waits hours before a pregnant woman finally comes in for an examination.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Firm gives bonus shares

Firm gives bonus shares JAKARTA (JP): PT Bakrie Sumatra Plantations has announced that it is to split its stocks and distribute bonus shares and dividends.

Fri, 31 May 1996

JP/Yemen and Eritrea

Yemen and Eritrea I am commenting on Yemen, Eritrea sign peace deal (The Jakarta Post, May 22, 1996).It is good to read once more that two countries have agreed to stop fighting and to peaceably solve their problems at the negotiation table.