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68 articles.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Black Tent's 'Woyzeck' recounts gloomy reality

Black Tent's 'Woyzeck' recounts gloomy realityBy Stevie Emilia JAKARTA (JP): When reality is brought to stage before us, it really bites. Understanding goes beyond words. The right gestures, facial expressions and tone are enough to deliver meaningful messages.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Haze welcomes Hamzah's visit

Haze welcomes Hamzah's visit BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: Haze blanketing the South Kalimantan capital of Banjarmasin welcomed Vice President Hamzah Haz and his entourage when they arrived at Syamsuddin Noor airport on Wednesday.The haze was thicker than in previous days despite recent rainfall.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/JP/12/Budget

JP/12/BudgetHouse factions support govt plan to cut fuel subsidy JAKARTA (JP): Major factions at the House of Representatives supported the government's plan to further reduce the fuel subsidy next year, saying it would help ease pressure on the 2002 state budget and reduce the risk of ...

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Regent election may be repeated

Regent election may be repeated SURABAYA: East Java Governor Imam Utomo has entrusted the prolonged dispute over the election of the Sampang regent in Madura to the local legislative council, who will decide whether or not to hold the elections again.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Public kitchen banner removed

Public kitchen banner removed JAKARTA (JP): Ten public order officers removed a banner marking a public kitchen set up by the Urban Poor Consortium (UPC) in Kampung Rawa area, West Jakarta, on Tuesday morning.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Civil servants to soon receive back pay: Official

Civil servants to soon receive back pay: Official JAKARTA (JP): The city administration announced on Wednesday that it would soon disburse Rp 300 billion (US$3.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/RI economy to suffer from U.S. attacks: Experts

RI economy to suffer from U.S. attacks: Experts JAKARTA (JP): Experts said that Indonesia's economic recovery could be pushed back amid fears that the terrorist attacks in the U.S. could trigger a deeper global economic recession."The U.S.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Stock Exchange

Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Sep 12, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo ...

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Security beefed up at U.S. interests in Indonesia

Security beefed up at U.S. interests in Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): National Police spokesman Brig. Gen. Didi Widayadi said on Wednesday that police had heightened security nationwide at all installations related to the United States to anticipate possible attacks.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Teachers protest over back pay

Teachers protest over back pay BANYUMAS, Central Java (JP): Teachers' protests continued on Wednesday, with some 700 teachers rallying at the Banyumas Regency Legislative Council to demand the disbursement of their back pay dating back to January 2001 and allowances.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Indonesia completes double in team tennis titles

Indonesia completes double in team tennis titles KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Indonesia accomplished a double win in the tennis team event at the 21st Southeast Asian Games on Wednesday with a gold medal in the men's category after beating defending champion Thailand 2-1.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Government fuel hike plan meets with opposition

Government fuel hike plan meets with opposition JAKARTA (JP): The government's plan to increase domestic fuel prices next year has been frowned upon by the public, who have called the current fuel prices "burdensome"."Prices are high due to the previous fuel price hike.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Black September in U.S.

Black September in U.S. Millions of people all the over the world watched in horror as live telecasts showed the horrendous terrorist attacks on U.S.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Goddess Saraswati symbolizes wisdom

Goddess Saraswati symbolizes wisdomText and photo by Susi Andrini DENPASAR, Bali (JP): "We offer these fresh, sweet-smelling flowers in full bloom to thee. We worship thee in solemnity. Oh, Lord, please give us your blessings....

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/ADB pledges strong support for RI

ADB pledges strong support for RI JAKARTA (JP) : Asian Development Bank president Tadao Chino reiterated the bank's strong commitment to support the government in implementing economic reform program.Chino made the statement Wednesday during a meeting with President Megawati Soekarnoputri.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/RI Olympic medalist beaten at SEA Games

RI Olympic medalist beaten at SEA Games JAKARTA (JP): Olympic silver medalist Lisa Rumbewas of Indonesia was upset by pre-tournament outsider Swe Swe Win of Myanmar, while her teammates took two golds in weightlifting competition at the 21st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Regent election

Regent election may be repeated SURABAYA: East Java Governor Imam Utomo has entrusted the prolonged dispute over the election of the Sampang regent in Madura to the local legislative council, who will decide whether or not to hold the elections again.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/TV today

TV todayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Environment 8:45 City News 9:30 Sea Games (live) 11:30 Music 12:00 p.m.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/A Arafat-Peres meeting?

A Arafat-Peres meeting? A possible meeting between Palestinian Leader Yasser Arafat and Israeli Foreign Minister Shimon Peres on the margins of a business conference in Cernobbio, Italy, this week is doomed to fail if extensive preparations do not precede it.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/On Jakarta's past

On Jakarta's past I am writing with regard to your series of articles in the "Save Old Batavia" column. I gather the Sept. 1, 2001 article is to be the last. I have enjoyed reading your articles and am sure they have contributed to an improved awareness of the city's past.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Police arrests hypnotist

Police arrests hypnotist TANGERANG (JP): Police managed to arrest on Tuesday another suspect of a crime involving hypnotism in Curug subdistrict, eastern Tangerang.Tangerang Police detective chief Insp.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Drug vendors show mixed feelings over raids

Drug vendors show mixed feelings over raidsBy Emmy Fitri JAKARTA (JP): Pharmaceutical vendors were critical in responding to reports of investigations launched by Jakarta Police and the Food and Drugs Control Agency (BPOM) into the distribution of fake drugs in the busy Pramuka and Senen markets.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Richard and Supriati break SEAG records

Richard and Supriati break SEAG recordsBy Novan Iman Santosa KUALA LUMPUR (JP): Richard Sam Bera and Supriati Sutono bid farewell to the Southeast Asian Games with their heads held high after winning their gold medals in record breaking time on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Spotlight

SpotlightPhoto A: LippoBankLippoBankCREDIT AGREEMENT: President Director of LippoBank Ian B. Clyne (left) receives a souvenir from Aritsume Matsui (right), the vice president of real estate developer Kota Wisata after the companies signed a home loan agreement.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/RI economy to suffer from attacks in U.S.: Experts

RI economy to suffer from attacks in U.S.: Experts JAKARTA (JP): Experts said that Indonesia's economic recovery could be pushed back after terrorist attack in the U.S. could trigger a deeper global economic recession."The U.S.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/ADB promises strong support for RI reform

ADB promises strong support for RI reform JAKARTA (JP): Asian Development Bank president Tadao Chino reiterated the bank's strong commitment to support the government in implementing economic reform.Chino made the statement on Wednesday during a meeting with President Megawati Soekarnoputri.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/JP/12/Cyber

JP/12/CyberCyber crime law to be finalized in 2004: Minister JAKARTA (JP): The government expects to complete drafting the country's law on cyber crime in 2004, according to State Minister of Communications and Information Syamsul Mu'arif.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Indonesia fears LNG data missing in New York

Indonesia fears LNG data missing in New York JAKARTA (JP): The terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York on Tuesday could lead to the disappearance of documents on Indonesia's (LNG) deals, which are stored in the building, a minister said on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Govt pressed to complete Priok probe

Govt pressed to complete Priok probe JAKARTA (JP): The government is under pressure from rights activists, victims and relatives of the victims to speed up the investigation into the military shooting towards demonstrating mass in Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta, on Sept. 12, 1984.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Where to go in Bali:

Where to go in Bali:Exhibitions * Painting Dua Sama Sisi by I Made Mahendra Mangku and I Made Galung Wiratmaja, Galeri Sembilan, Jl Anak Agung Gede Rai, Lodtunduh, Ubud, until Oct. 8. * Tantric Symbol by Peter Dittmar, Ganesha Gallery, Four Seasons Resort, Jimbaran (Phone: 0361 701010), 12 p.m.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Olympic medalist Lisa beaten at SEA Games

Olympic medalist Lisa beaten at SEA Games JAKARTA (JP): Olympic silver medalist Lisa Rumbewas of Indonesia was upset by pre-tournament outsider Swe Swe Win of Myanmar, while her teammates took two golds in weightlifting competition at the 21st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/JAKARTA (JP): The Central Jakarta District Court decided on

JAKARTA (JP): The Central Jakarta District Court decided on Tuesday to continue the trial of tycoon Kaharudin Ongko and banker Leonard Tanubrata of the now defunct Bank Umum Nasional on corruption charges.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Students exposed to potentially harmful food

Students exposed to potentially harmful food JAKARTA (JP): Most of the soft drinks and snacks sold in elementary school canteens use textile dyes and are contaminated with E. coli bacteria, which causes worm-related diseases, the Kusuma Buana Foundation disclosed on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Akbar dismisses 'syariah' chances

Akbar dismisses 'syariah' chances JAKARTA (JP): Demands by some Muslim political parties to incorporate syariah, or Islamic law, into the 1945 Constitution will unlikely win enough support in the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), House Speaker Akbar Tandjung said on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Swiss Embassy clarifies

Swiss Embassy clarifies We refer to the article in The Jakarta Post on Sept. 7, 2001 entitled Teachers key to education quality: Swiss minister.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/JP/4/other6

JP/4/other6 Abduction, again Once again, we have to face the bitter fact that abduction is still on the rise, the latest case being the kidnapping of four ulemas and an official of the transportation office.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Firm action against illegal loggers sought

Firm action against illegal loggers sought SANUR, Bali (JP): An executive of the timber-processing industry urged the government here on Wednesday to immediately take firm measures against illegal logging.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Outright humor in Bondres masks

Outright humor in Bondres masksBy Yusuf Susilo Hartono JAKARTA (JP): The Balinese traditional mask dance is far from extinction, on the contrary, it is very much alive and on the rise.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/IBRA offers 25 percent debt haircut facility for SMEs

IBRA offers 25 percent debt haircut facility for SMEs JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) is offering 41,691 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) a 25 percent reduction on their debt principals provided they pay their debt in cash.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Today's program

Today's programAthleticsTitiwangsa Lake: women's 20km walk 7am National Stadium, Bukit Jalil: decathlon, 9.30am; women's javelin throw, 6pm; women's high jump, 6pm; men's long jump, 6pm; men's 110m hurdles 6.10pm; women's 100m hurdles, 6.30pm; women's 400m, 6.50pm; men's 400m, 7.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Regent election

Regent election may be repeated SURABAYA: East Java Governor Imam Utomo has entrusted the prolonged dispute over the election of the Sampang regent in Madura to the local legislative council, who will decide whether or not to hold the elections again.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Today's program

Today's programAthletics Titiwangsa Lake: women's 20km walk 7am National Stadium, Bukit Jalil: decathlon, 9.30am; women's javelin throw, 6pm; women's high jump, 6pm; men's long jump, 6pm; men's 110m hurdles 6.10pm; women's 100m hurdles, 6.30pm; women's 400m, 6.50pm; men's 400m, 7.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Need to link commitments on forestry

Need to link commitments on forestryBy Hariadi Kartodihardjo BOGOR (JP): Since the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank included forest policy reform in the Letter of Intent in 1998, and since the Consultative Group for Indonesia (CGI) used the issue as a condition for debt relief, ...

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Police arrests

Police arrests hypnotist TANGERANG (JP): Police managed to arrest on Tuesday another suspect of a crime involving hypnotism in Curug subdistrict, eastern Tangerang.Tangerang Police detective chief Insp.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/JP/4/other6

JP/4/other6 Abduction, again Once again, we have to face the bitter fact that abduction is still on the rise, the latest case being the kidnapping of four ulemas and an official of the transportation office.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/U.S. warned against blaming Islamic groups for attacks

U.S. warned against blaming Islamic groups for attacks JAKARTA (JP): The U.S. government, still devastated by Tuesday's terrorist attacks, is cautioned against pointing the finger at militant Islamic Middle East groups until it has substantial evidence.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Why no autopsy?

Why no autopsy? Wiyono, 61, a retired army officer who had been detained since Aug. 10 for illegal possession of firearms that allegedly belonged to Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra, died on Aug.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/House factions support govt fuel subsidy cut

House factions support govt fuel subsidy cut JAKARTA (JP): Major factions at the House of Representatives supported the government's plan to further reduce the fuel subsidy next year, saying it would help ease pressure on the 2002 state budget and reduce the risk of smuggling fuel abroad.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Cyber law to be finalized in 2004

Cyber law to be finalized in 2004 JAKARTA (JP): The government expects to complete drafting the country's law on cyber crime in 2004, according to State Minister of Communications and Information Syamsul Mu'arif.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Mega condemns attacks on U.S.

Mega condemns attacks on U.S. JAKARTA (JP): President Megawati Soekarnoputri condemned on Wednesday the "barbaric and indiscriminate" terrorist attacks on the United States, underlining the need for international cooperation to fight terrorism.In a message to President George W.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/World models to gather on the paradise island

World models to gather on the paradise islandBy Rita A. Widiadana NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): Traveling to glittering cities, wearing glamorous designer clothes or earning fame and wealth is not just a dream if you're a top model.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Content of the Investment Policy Reform Initiative:

Content of the Investment Policy Reform Initiative:1. Preparing a National Investment Law to replace existing laws. 2. Shortening the negative investment list. 3. Simplifying procedures in establishing a company. 4.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Government fuel hike plan meets with opposition

Government fuel hike plan meets with opposition JAKARTA (JP): The government's plan to increase domestic fuel prices by 30 percents next year has been frowned upon by the public, who have called the current fuel prices "burdensome"."Prices are high due to the previous fuel price hike.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Rupiah Rates Sept.12

Rupiah Rates Sept.12 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 8,550.00 9,550.00 9,005.00 9,095.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Regent election

Regent election may be repeated SURABAYA: East Java Governor Imam Utomo has entrusted the prolonged dispute over the election of the Sampang regent in Madura to the local legislative council, who will decide whether or not to hold the elections again.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Judge tried on bribery charges

Judge tried on bribery charges JAKARTA (JP): A high court judge appeared in the Central Jakarta District Court on Wednesday charged with accepting Rp 550 million in bribes.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Rupiah Rates Sept.12

Rupiah Rates Sept.12 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 8,550.00 9,550.00 9,005.00 9,095.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/IBRA offers 25% debt haircut for SMEs

IBRA offers 25% debt haircut for SMEs JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) is offering 41,691 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) a 25 percent reduction on their debt principals provided they pay their debt in cash.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Hendrawan pulls out of individual badminton event

Hendrawan pulls out of individual badminton event KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Indonesia's hopes of winning the men's singles crown at the 21st Southeast Asian Games has dwindled with the exit of Hendrawan, who complained of a leg injury on Wednesday.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Assembly likely to approve direct presidential election

Assembly likely to approve direct presidential election JAKARTA (JP): The highest law-making body is set to amend two key legislations in the near future.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Building demolished

Building demolished JAKARTA (JP): Private company PT City Neon Prima Mandiri itself demolished on Tuesday its exhibition building in the eastern parking lot of the Bung Karno sport complex in Central Jakarta after being threatened that the structure would be forcibly demolished.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/City gets new Brimob chief

City gets new Brimob chief JAKARTA (JP): City police chief Insp. Gen. Sofjan Yacoeb installed Sr. Comr. Beno Gelapang on Tuesday as the Jakarta Police's Mobile Brigade (Brimob) chief, replacing Sr. Comr. Bambang Krishermanto.Jakarta Police spokesman Sr. Comr.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/JP/12/Cyber

JP/12/CyberCyber law to be finalized in 2004: Minister JAKARTA (JP): The government expects to complete drafting the country's cyber law in 2004, according to State Minister of Communications and Information Syamsul Muarif.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Humor abounds in 'Bondres Masks' dance

Humor abounds in 'Bondres Masks' danceBy Yusuf Susilo Hartono JAKARTA (JP): The Balinese traditional mask dance is far from extinction, on the contrary, it is very much alive and on the rise.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/House okays BCA sale plan

House okays BCA sale plan JAKARTA (JP): The House of Representatives approved late on Wednesday a plan to sell a 51 percent stake in Bank Central Asia (BCA) this year to strategic investors.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Police officer jailed for beating

Police officer jailed for beating JAKARTA (JP): A police officer was sentenced to three years in jail and dismissed from the National Police on Tuesday afternoon for beating a student, which resulted in his death, in Bekasi, West Java, two years ago.The Military Court found Second Adj.Insp.

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/Medal tally

Medal tally Country Gold Silver Bronze Total Malaysia 56 41 43 140 Thailand 41 32 40 113 Indonesia 37 33 38 108 Vietnam 20 20 28 68 Philippines ...

Thu, 13 Sep 2001

JP/On Chinese heritage

On Chinese heritage Being an avid reader of your in-depth study of our heritage, particularly of those aspects relating the customs and cultural life of the local-born Chinese of the olden days, I for one think that I am duty bound to make some corrections to your last article titled ...