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56 articles.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Thailand's 'trifling' role in Sri Lankan peace process

Thailand's 'trifling' role in Sri Lankan peace processKavi Chongkittavorn, The Nation, Asia News Network, Bangkok With the Sri Lanka peace talks fast approaching, the Thai government has yet to figure out its role other than to provide the venue for the direct discussions between Colombo and ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/300S II the best weapon in 2002

300S II the best weapon in 2002Mizuno is the world's best club maker traditionally associated with world's golf stars like Tiger Woods. The worldwide well- acknowledged brand reminds the image of competition, athlete, professional models and serious performance.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/One year on

One year on There must be something wrong, or missing, if, as of today, a year after President Megawati Soekarnoputri took the helm, she is still an enigma to most people.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Religion not a barrier for adopted parents: Orphanages

Religion not a barrier for adopted parents: OrphanagesMuhammad Nafik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Workers of some orphanages and other social foundations said on Sunday that the religion of married couples or individuals wishing to adopt children from their organizations was not significant.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Prosecutors insist on probe into councillors' 'incentives'

Prosecutors insist on probe into councillors' 'incentives'Yuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung Despite their intention to return cash benefits from the local administration, West Java councillors will face questioning at the Provincial Prosecutor's Office.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Local community members against imposition of martial law in Aceh

Local community members against imposition of martial law in AcehEdith Hartanto and Yogita Tahilramani, The Jakarta Post, Lhokseumawe, Aceh Local community members have joined the Aceh administration in opposing the central government's plan to impose a state of emergency in the restive province ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Forest fires continue as drought extends

Forest fires continue as drought extendsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Haze resulting from bush and forest fires continues to prevail in Riau and Central Kalimantan, as the effects of prolonged drought hit farmers in other parts of the country.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/JP/6/OTHER3

JP/6/OTHER3Clamor from KADIN chairman Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) Aburizal Bakrie called on the Annual Session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) to discuss economic recovery.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/300S II the best weapon in 2002

300S II the best weapon in 2002Mizuno is the world's best club maker traditionally associated with world's golf stars like Tiger Woods. The worldwide well- acknowledged brand reminds the image of competition, athlete, professional models and serious performance.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Water supply in Batununggal Indah

Water supply in Batununggal Indah For the last six months, we, who are living at Batununggal Mulia, have faced water difficulties caused by the developer. Since the swimming pool was opened, almost every day the supply of water is stopped at certain hours in order to meet the pool's requirements.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/PDIP, Golkar back direct vote in 2004

PDIP, Golkar back direct vote in 2004Kurniawan Hari and Kasparman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With only ten days to go to the Annual Session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) and Golkar factions continued their lobbying forum ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/NGOs slam City Council

NGOs slam City Council JAKARTA: Two non-governmental organizations slammed the City Council for being unprofessional in the way it assessed the accountability speech of Governor Sutiyoso.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Consolidating democracy: The challenge of reform

Consolidating democracy: The challenge of reformTodung Mulya Lubis, Lawyer, Jakarta A comprehensive constitution in Indonesia would prevent debates on whether the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) stipulation implementing the Constitution is legally acceptable or not.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/TV Program: Tuesday July 23, 2002

TV Program: Tuesday July 23, 2002TVRI .TB.30" .90"5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News 8:00 Environment8:30 Children's Program9:30 Music10:30 Documentary11:00 Regional News11:30 Music12:00 p.m.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/JP/6/KAVI

JP/6/KAVIThailand's role in Sri Lankan peace process Kavi Chongkittavorn The Nation Asia News Network BangkokWith the Sri Lanka peace talks fast approaching, the Thai government has yet to figure out its role other than to provide the venue for the direct discussions between Colombo and the ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Sons and daughters of a lesser god

Sons and daughters of a lesser godFabio Scarpello, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Approaching Teluk Gong, along the West Flood Canal in North Jakarta, an apocalyptic vision of utter poverty and misery strikes you.Resembling a war zone, makeshift tents, burnt huts and litter stare you in the face.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/'Street children on the bus intimidate me'

'Street children on the bus intimidate me' Street children are a common sight for Jakartans. Not only small children, but also teenagers beg for coins from commuters and motorists from dusk until dawn.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Eviction leaves street children traumatized

Eviction leaves street children traumatizedLeo Wahyudi S, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Many street children in the city have been left traumatized by their experiences of forced eviction imposed by the city administration, National Commission for Children Protection chairman Seto Mulyadi said here ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Mega achieves little economic progress say expert

Mega achieves little economic progress say expertA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri has failed to quicken the pace of economic recovery during her first year in power, despite a more stable domestic political situation, economists said on Monday.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Guiding companies to succeed in borderless market

Guiding companies to succeed in borderless marketI. Christianto Contributor JakartaThe trade globalization trend has seemingly turned the world into one single market with a product from one place to other parts of the world flowing freely without going through significant barriers.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Megawati trades reform with stability

Megawati trades reform with stabilityBerni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia passed its first year under the rule of President Megawati Soekarnoputri relatively calmly, allowing the country a break from the restless years under her two predecessors.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Handheld computers: Who'll lead the market?

Handheld computers: Who'll lead the market?Jonminofri Nazir, Contributor, Jakarta Retailers of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), both the handheld and pocket Personal Computer (PC) versions, are currently having a wild time.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Councillor beaten up in bar

Councillor beaten up in bar BANDARLAMPUNG, Lampung: Provincial legislative council member Fauzi Makki was involved in a fistfight in a bar over the weekend.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Twillite back 'Dancing All Over the World'

Twillite back 'Dancing All Over the World'Sonitha, Contributor, Jakarta Two alternatives: One, you could sit back, relax and enjoy the music; two, you might leave your seat, get on your feet and dance along. But wait a minute; this is no salsa competition.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Court to deliver verdict on Tommy this Friday

Court to deliver verdict on Tommy this FridayMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Central Jakarta District Court is expected on Friday to deliver its verdict on Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra over his alleged involvement in the murder last year of Supreme Court Justice M.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Islam and religious tolerance

Islam and religious toleranceSin Chew Dally, Asia News Network, Kuala Lumpur The Pendang and Anak Bukit by-elections have eventually settled down with Barisan Nasional (BN) and Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS) carrying one seat each.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Intriguing Taman Sari in choreography

Intriguing Taman Sari in choreographyTarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta The four female dancers look cheerful as they swim free-style in the lagoon.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Mob slaughter alleged shaman

Mob slaughter alleged shaman MAJALENGKA, West Java: Police have arrested 28 residents of Jatimulya village here in connection with the death of Katma, a 75-year-old man who they alleged had supernatural powers.Majalengka Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/JP/6/SINCHU

JP/6/SINCHU Controversy over religious interpretation and Islamisation The Pendang and Anak Bukit by-elections have eventually settled down with Barisan Nasional (BN) and Parti Islam SeMalaysia (PAS) carrying one seat each.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Press freedom 'still under threat'

Press freedom 'still under threat'Badri Jawara, The Jakarta Post, Palu, Central Sulawesi Atmakusumah Astraatmadja has been a part of Indonesia's press history from Sukarno's era to the present administration of President Megawati Soekarnoputri.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Children's Day and sexual exploitation of children

Children's Day and sexual exploitation of childrenArist Merdeka Sirait, Executive Director, Children in Need Special Protection Center (CNSPC), Jakarta The first world congress against commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC) was held in Stockholm, Sweden in 1996, which established that ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Public told to vaccinate pets

Public told to vaccinate pets TANGERANG: The local administration is calling on people in the regency to vaccinate their pets, especially dogs, cats and monkeys, against rabies.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/JP/7/TODUNG

JP/7/TODUNGPat 2 of 2Consolidation of Democracy: Challenges of ReformTodung Mulya Lubis Lawyer Jakarta A comprehensive constitution in Indonesia would prevent debates on whether the MPR stipulation implementing the Constitution is legally acceptable or not.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Tergeting corporate consumers to further boost sales

Tergeting corporate consumers to further boost salesIndra Gunawan, Contributor, The Jakarta Post The Apple 1 computer, created by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak in their garage in 1977, was followed by the subsequent Apple 2 and then Apple Macintosh, all of which greatly assisted the countless ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Report reveals corruption in court is organized

Report reveals corruption in court is organizedBerni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Corruption within the country's judiciary is glaring and well- organized, involving all players in the legal system, and is faced by justice seekers at every stage of court procedures, a survey reveals.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Military's request for Rp 11t

Military's request for Rp 11t Indonesian Military (TNI) Commander Gen. Endriartono Sutarto told President Megawati Soekarnoputri last Friday that the military needed additional funds, amounting to Rp 11 trillion. Sutarto said as least Rp 1.3 trillion of that was urgently needed by the military.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/International Physics Olympiad opens

International Physics Olympiad opensRita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, Nusa Dua, Bali President Megawati Soekarnoputri (photo above, left) gives encouragement to Indonesian participants at the 33rd International Physics Olympiad 2002 for high school students in Nusa Dua, Bali.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/TNI general bids farewell to refugees

TNI general bids farewell to refugeesYemris Fointuna, The Jakarta post, Atambua, East Nusa Tenggara As many as 1,175 East Timorese refugees, or 335 families, including 35 Indonesian soldiers and civil servants, left East Nusa Tenggara on Monday for their newly independent homeland.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Cameroonian charged with forgery

Cameroonian charged with forgery MEDAN, North Sumatra: Medan Police charged on Monday a Cameroon national, Bamy Pameu alias Michael, with forging U.S. banknotes.The police, however, released Pameu's compatriots Ngasop Eric and Yaleu Neo Raso due to lack of evidence.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Armed robbers at Kota Wisata

Armed robbers at Kota Wisata BOGOR: Seven men broke into a house in Bogor regency, tied the terrified family up and forced them at gunpoint to hand over cash and gold worth Rp 400 million early Monday morning.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/RI ready to support coffee consortium plan

RI ready to support coffee consortium planAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In a bid to help prop up the sluggish price of coffee, some key producing countries, namely Indonesia, Vietnam and India, are planning to set up a joint coffee consortium, the Association of Indonesian Coffee ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/300S II the best weapon in 2002

300S II the best weapon in 2002Mizuno is the world's best club maker traditionally associated with world's golf stars like Tiger Woods. The worldwide well- acknowledged brand reminds the image of competition, athlete, professional models and serious performance.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Indonesian soccer is a gold mine, says Asian confederation

Indonesian soccer is a gold mine, says Asian confederationMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesian soccer is a gold mine but they just don't have the professional miners to polish the gold, a top official of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Mega's leadership falls short of expectations

Mega's leadership falls short of expectationsFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Megawati Soekarnoputri, after one year as President, has affirmed people's doubts in her inability to be the country's dream leader.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Community conserves Tongke-tongke mangroves

Community conserves Tongke-tongke mangrovesHasanuddin Hamid, Contributor, Makassar, South Sulawesi Dozens of five-meter-long fishing boats are anchored around the mangrove forest in the hamlet of Tongke-tongke, some 220 km to the south of Makassar, South Sulawesi.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/RDC holds training for medical attendants

RDC holds training for medical attendantsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) is seeking to improve Asian physiotherapists in a four-day medical seminar organized by the Jakarta-based Regional Development Center (RDC) beginning on Monday.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Stock option cures all

Stock option cures all Michael Kinsley Former editor of Slate Washington Post So now it's the turn of corporate CEOs to feel the righteous petulance of the American people. In the 1990s the CEO was society's glamorpuss and politicians were the dawgs.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/A true story of sex child abuse

A true story of sex child abuseDebbie A. Lubis, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Fourteen-year-old Santi plainly retold her life story at Monday's seminar organized by the International Labor Organization-International Program for the Elimination of Child Labor (ILO-IPEC).

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Jacob scolded over accusations

Jacob scolded over accusationsMuhammad Nafik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Labor leaders and activists lambasted on Monday Minister of Manpower Jacob Nuwa Wea's recent statement accusing militant trade unions of scaring off investors and undermining the country's business climate.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Chinese to boost quality of motorbikes

Chinese to boost quality of motorbikesRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Competition in the country's motorcycle market will become fiercer in the future as China gears up to boost the quality of its products but at the same time maintain their cheap prices, according to an executive of ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Stock prices provide long-term advantage

Stock prices provide long-term advantageMichael Kinsley, Former editor of Slate, Washington Post So now it's the turn of corporate CEOs to feel the righteous petulance of the American people. In the 1990s the CEO was society's glamorpuss and politicians were the dawgs.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Judges admit the country's judiciary is pathetic

Judges admit the country's judiciary is patheticTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The result of the UN fact-finding mission on how pathetic the country's administration of justice and the judiciary have become has not come as a surprise to the judges and the country's ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Termination of blanket guarantee may hurt importers

Termination of blanket guarantee may hurt importersDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Plans by the government to phase out its blanket guarantee on bank deposits and claims will affect the flow of the country's imports unless the government moves quickly to boost confidence in the ...

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/Over 1,000 reporters for MPR session

Over 1,000 reporters for MPR session JAKARTA: At least 1,163 journalists from 195 domestic and foreign media have registered to cover the Annual Session of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) scheduled for August.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/300S II the best weapon in 2002

300S II the best weapon in 2002Mizuno is the world's best club maker traditionally associated with world's golf stars like Tiger Woods. The worldwide well- acknowledged brand reminds the image of competition, athlete, professional models and serious performance.

Tue, 23 Jul 2002

JP/More councillors reject Sutiyoso

More councillors reject SutiyosoAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Chairman of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle's (PDI Perjuangan) city chapter Tarmidi Suhardjo said on Monday that there are councillors from the party committed to rejecting City Governor Sutiyoso's accountability ...