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Searching for all articles published on 2005-12-13 ...

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Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/TPJ, Palyja seek 25% increase in water rates

TPJ, Palyja seek 25% increase in water ratesBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaTap water customers will need to be ready to dig deeper into their pockets as two utilities -- PT Thames PAM Jaya (TPJ) and PT PAM Lionaisse Jaya (Palyja) -- are seeking to increase water charge by between 23 ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/RI students shine at science Olympiad

RI students shine at science OlympiadSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, YogyakartaCash-strapped Indonesia has uncovered a new and rich deposit of future scientists after its team of 12 students romped home with six gold medals at the 2nd International Junior Science Olympiad (IJSO) that closed on ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Five die in road accident

Five die in road accident SEMARANG: Five people died and nine others suffered injuries when a Kijang van hit a diesel truck in Rembang regency, Central Java on Monday.A witness said the accident took place when the van tried to speed past a bicycle and a truck.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/KPK examines fuel surcharge case

KPK examines fuel surcharge case JAKARTA: The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) summoned on Monday officials of the Ministry of Home Affairs to seek information about a controversial ministerial circular, which imposed a Rp 50 surcharge for every liter of subsidized kerosene purchased by ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Council demands scrapping of city parking operator

Council demands scrapping of city parking operatorThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe City Council called on the city administration to disband city-owned parking operator BP Perparkiran on Monday, which it said has failed to collect significant revenue from on-street parking in the capital.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Foreigners and property

Foreigners and property In your editorial you ask: "What risk is there to either the economy or national security if foreign nationals are allowed to own apartments/condominiums or luxury houses in Bali and other resort areas?"First of all, if the idea is to attract foreign pensioners or mixed ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Government moves to protect ozone

Government moves to protect ozoneTb. Arie Rukmantara, The Jakarta Post, JakartaTo get in step with a number of environmental conventions, the government will begin restricting the entrance of ozone depleting substances (ODS) into the country.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Muslim wants Poso execution delayed

Muslim wants Poso execution delayedThe Jakarta Post, JakartaA Muslim leader has joined the chorus of voices calling for a delay in the execution of three people convicted for their roles in killings in Poso, to give the authorities more time to investigate the possible involvement of others in the ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Hong Kong conference will fail in key areas

Hong Kong conference will fail in key areasHira Jhamtani, Denpasar, Bali The Sixth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) will begin on Dec. 13 amid an uncertain atmosphere.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/'The President does hear you'

'The President does hear you'Fadli, The Jakarta Post, BatamWriting to President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is a bit like sending a letter to Santa Claus in that no one actually expects a reply.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Telecom tower sharing urged for efficiency

Telecom tower sharing urged for efficiencyAnissa S. Febrina, The Jakarta Post, Kuala LumpurTo make the telecommunications sector more efficient, the Indonesian government should promote and regulate the concept of infrastructure sharing, in which firms share the costs of building telecommunication ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Local talent gets filmmaking course

Local talent gets filmmaking course Aiming to prove that the Jakarta International Film Festival (JiFFest) is not just about screening films for entertainment but also about functioning as a catalyst for the development of the country's burgeoning film industry, organizers of the festival are ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Where to go in Jakarta: Tueday, December 13, 2005

Where to go in Jakarta: Tueday, December 13, 2005Exhibitions* Painting and lithograph by Ken Pattern at Galeri Hadiprana Jl Kemang Raya # 30 South Jakarta (Tel 7194715), Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., until Dec.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Illegal RI migrant workers in Malaysia to obtain passports

Illegal RI migrant workers in Malaysia to obtain passportsThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThousands of illegal Indonesian migrant workers in Malaysia will soon be able to obtain Indonesian passports, a crucial step for the mostly unskilled workers to work safely in the neighboring country.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/The key to East Asian regionalism

The key to East Asian regionalismOoi Kee Beng, The Straits Times, Asia News Network/Singapore History stands in the way of closer East Asian ties, as many have noted.The latest example was highlighted by Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Aso as he left for Kuala Lumpur on Dec.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/'Crack down on illegal alcohol outlets'

'Crack down on illegal alcohol outlets'The city administration recently issued a circular banning the sale of liquor in supermarkets and hypermarkets. The Jakarta Post spoke with people here for their thoughts on the policy.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Premium car sales expected to drop 20 percent in 2006

Premium car sales expected to drop 20 percent in 2006The Jakarta Post JakartaAlready suffering from declining sales, the premium car market is expected to continue its struggle in 2006 under the impact of higher interest rates and a luxury tax increase.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Lifting of ban on

Lifting of ban on U.S. terror expert I hail the President's order to lift the ban on U.S. terror expert Sidney Jones. At the same time, this episode shows that there are still reactionary forces in all areas of the government. These need to be identified and destroyed.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Premium cars to see 20% decline in 2006

Premium cars to see 20% decline in 2006The Jakarta Post, JakartaAlready suffering from declining sales, the premium car market is expected to continue its struggle in 2006 under the impact of higher interest rates and a luxury tax increase.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Printer trend: Getting increasingly integrated

Printer trend: Getting increasingly integratedSamsi Darmawan, IT market analyst, Jakarta A computer is not a stand-alone that can be operated without any supporting hardware and software. Today, a printer, for example, is still an essential computer accessory.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/On fingerprints

On fingerprints The plan to fingerprint students at Islamic schools as part of the police strategy to fight terrorism will create new problems. The government should think carefully before making this decision. If such a step is taken, it should be applied to all citizens.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/One Asia or withering Asia?

One Asia or withering Asia?Kavi Chongkittavorn, The Nation, Asia News Network/Bangkok A bad omen threatens to decrease the significance of the upcoming East Asia Summit (EAS) as China and Japan are still tussling over its modality.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Lampung schools still charging poor fees

Lampung schools still charging poor feesOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, BandarlampungConstruction worker Suparjan was surprised when his eldest son asked him for Rp 100,000 (US$10) to pay his tuition fees at Bandarlampung State Junior High School Number 2.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Food aid rushed to Papua's remote regency

Food aid rushed to Papua's remote regencyNethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post, WamenaFood aid and medical supplies continued to arrive in Papua's remote Yahukimo regency on Monday where at least 55 residents have reportedly died in a famine, despite a denial by the health minister of any ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/PC market: More innovative, more affordable

PC market: More innovative, more affordableBurhanuddin Abe, Contributor, Jakarta Today computers are no longer luxury goods, and are used both at home and in offices.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/TV Program: Tuesday, December 13, 2005

TV Program: Tuesday, December 13, 2005TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon7:30 Children Show8:30 Music: Asik-asik9:30 Kyai Anom10:00 Talk Show: Agribiz11:00 News: Berita Nusantara1:00 p.m.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/JP/4/Worker

JP/4/WorkerSocial workers to require certificationTb. Arie Rukmantara The Jakarta Post/Jakarta To promote respect for the social worker profession, an association has endorsed the idea of providing certification for thousands of social workers across the country.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Magnificent madness of Maddin infuses fun into the filmfest

Magnificent madness of Maddin infuses fun into the filmfestPaul F. Agusta, Contributor, JakartaThe inclusion of any film by Canadian Guy Maddin, an experimental filmmaker known for his wild storylines, bizarre art direction, and a visual style stuck in the cinema of 80-plus years ago, is certain to ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Toll road to link Serpong to international airport

Toll road to link Serpong to international airportMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, TangerangA second route to the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport from Banten is in the pipelines, as the selection process for investors in the Serpong-airport toll road project draws to an end.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Lack of sea defenses erodus Bengkulu coast

Lack of sea defenses erodus Bengkulu coastJon Afrizal, The Jakarta Post, Muko MukoSea waves are steadily eroding the coastline of Bengkulu province, especially in Muko Muko regency, due to a lack of wave barriers along the west coast of Sumatra.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/RI fight for more agricultural access

RI fight for more agricultural accessThe Jakarta Post, JakartaDespite broad skepticism over the World Trade Organization (WTO) ministerial summit in Hong Kong striking any significant deals, Indonesia is still putting the expansion of access for its agricultural products high on its agenda.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/More damage to Cipularang turnpike

More damage to Cipularang turnpike BANDUNG: A landslide has damaged a section of the turnpike connecting Bandung and Jakarta, less than two weeks after another part of the road subsided.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Three hurt in taxi explosion

Three hurt in taxi explosion JAKARTA: A Kosti Jaya taxi exploded on Jl. Faletehan, Blok M, South Jakarta, early Monday morning hurting the driver and two bystanders.South Jakarta Police chief Sr. Comr. Ghufron said that the explosion was caused by a leak in the vehicle's gas canister.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/14 years sought for ecstasy dealers

14 years sought for ecstasy dealers BOGOR: Prosecutors at Cibinong District Court, West Java recommended on Monday a 14-year jail term for four suspects allegedly involved in the production of ecstasy pills in Jasinga, Bogor, West Java late last year.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Lawmakers call for 'perpu' on general elections

Lawmakers call for 'perpu' on general electionsTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaAmid concerns over the protracted revision of the General Elections Law, the House of Representatives has proposed that the President issue a regulation in lieu of law (perpu) to enable it to select new members of ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Myanmar takes the shine off ASEAN summit diplomacy

Myanmar takes the shine off ASEAN summit diplomacyEndy M. Bayuni, The Jakarta Post, Kuala Lumpur The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has scored another diplomatic scoop by the having leaders of 17 different countries attend a series of summits in the Malaysian capital this week.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Pertamina signs deals for Libyan blocks

Pertamina signs deals for Libyan blocksLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaState oil and gas firm PT Pertamina has signed contracts with Libya to explore and develop two oil and gas blocks, committing US$49.1 million in the first five years of the exploration period.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Social workers to require certification

Social workers to require certificationTb. Arie Rukmantara, The Jakarta Post, JakartaTo promote respect for the social worker profession, an association has endorsed the idea of providing certification for thousands of social workers across the country.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Time running out for Doha

Time running out for Doha The current round of trade negotiations -- the sixth World Trade Organization ministerial meeting -- in Hong Kong, which are shaped by the development agenda set at Doha in 2001, hang in the balance.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Overcoming the fear: PKS and democratization

Overcoming the fear: PKS and democratizationZulkieflimansyah, Jakarta PK reconfigured itself into the PKS ahead of the 2004 elections and garnered 7.5 percent of the popular vote, gaining 45 seats in the 550-member House of Representatives and becoming the seventh largest party in Indonesia.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Lippo launches new housing units

Lippo launches new housing units JAKARTA: If you are looking for a house to buy before the year ends, consider Lippo Cikarang in West Java.Lippo Cikarang, located some 35 kilometers east of Jakarta, introduced last week two-story, three-bedroom modern houses.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Women with HIV/AIDS need 'greater care'

Women with HIV/AIDS need 'greater care'Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaFrika Iskandar says it took her over a year to accept that she was HIV positive. Of course, she was only 18 when she learned she had the virus.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Punishment of drug traffickers

Punishment of drug traffickers I refer to Pardede's letter Please save their lives in The Jakarta Post on Dec. 12.Pardede is absolutely right when she states that "we should abide by the laws of a country" that we visit.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Govt to raise logging quota 30%

Govt to raise logging quota 30%Rendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe country's ailing forestry-based industries are to get a boost, with the government promising to increase the logging quota next year in order to satisfy the local industry's production capacity and help create jobs.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Students determine their studies

Students determine their studiesBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaEducation should be fun. It is much better if it supports the career one interested in.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Airstrip to open on Kepulauan Seribu

Airstrip to open on Kepulauan SeribuBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaTo attract a larger number of tourists to the resorts on Kepulauan Seribu (Thousand Islands) regency, the city administration is repairing and developing an airstrip on Panjang isle, the construction of which will ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Pollycarpus claims he was framed

Pollycarpus claims he was framedTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA Garuda pilot has denied a charge of premeditating the murder of human rights advocate Munir last year, saying he was the victim of a conspiracy.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Boxing nationals seek contenders

Boxing nationals seek contendersMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The weeklong national boxing championships are expected to find athletes who will be able to hold their own in the region after the country's disappointing performance in the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in the ...

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Burman's silver a boost for RI squash

Burman's silver a boost for RI squashMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Squash player Burman Subroto's unexpected silver medal in men's singles at the 23rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games earned him a reward on Monday.

Tue, 13 Dec 2005

JP/Pay more if you want to feel secure

Pay more if you want to feel secureAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIn a move that could be seen as a commercialization of their public service duty, Jakarta Police have teamed up with a private company to provide panic button services to people who are willing and able to pay.