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On This Day - October 19, 2000

Producers bid on INRO rubber stock

Producers bid on INRO rubber stock SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Rubber producers who sold rubber to the International Natural Rubber Organization (INRO) are now keen bidders as the group seeks to sell off its buffer stock, exporters and traders told Dow Jones Newswires Wednesday.

Parties told not to rely on charismatic leaders

Parties told not to rely on charismatic leaders JAKARTA (JP): While acknowledging further difficult situations in the future, Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri called on political parties on Wednesday not to rely purely on charismatic leaders."Charisma isn't enough.

Councillors dreams of sedans dashed?

Councillors dreams of sedans dashed? JAKARTA (JP): Councillors waiting for cars paid for by the city budget may end up with zilch as the administration has suddenly expressed a desire to review the plan following a strong reaction from the public.

Singaraja values meaning of education

Singaraja values meaning of education SINGARAJA, North Bali (JP): Singaraja, the capital city of Buleleng regency, is far from the bustling tourist and cultural glitter of South Bali.Located 80 kilometers of Denpasar, Singaraja is a perfect place for school students.

PT Telkom unfair

PT Telkom unfair We, residents of Kampung Dua RT.09/02 of Jakasampurna subdistrict, South Bekasi, applied last year for telephone exchange lines to PT Telkom regional office of Kranji, Bekasi. The office rejected our application saying no telephone line network had been installed in our area.

Former BI chief Sjahril to go on trial quickly

Former BI chief Sjahril to go on trial quickly JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta Provincial Prosecutor's Office will soon submit the dossier on suspended Bank Indonesia (central bank) governor Sjahril Sabirin to the Central Jakarta District Court, a prosecutor said on Wednesday.

Stock quotations on JSX

Stock quotations on JSXStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct. 18, 2000: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,805 -155 126,000 Adindo Foresta Indonesia 125 0 53,000 Alakasa Industrindo 435 5 31,000...

Major changes in political laws sought

Major changes in political laws sought JAKARTA (JP): While demanding for "true implementation" of democracy in the country, political observers suggested on Tuesday that major changes be made in three 1999 laws on politics.J.

Rupiah closes flat, off lows after donors approve loans

Rupiah closes flat, off lows after donors approve loans JAKARTA (Dow Jones): The Indonesian rupiah closed flat Wednesday, but off intraday lows after donor nations agreed to the country's request for US$4.8 billion in loans to fill a hole in next year's budget deficit, dealers said.

Intervention by the state in sexuality unnecessary

Intervention by the state in sexuality unnecessary This is the first of two articles on state and sexuality by sociologist Julia I. Suryakusuma, also executive director of the API Foundation for political research, information and publication in Jakarta. JAKARTA (JP): Sex is a private matter.

Govt to be stricter against separatism

Govt to be stricter against separatism JAKARTA (JP): Frustrated with the results of a more tolerant approach to the separatist movements in Aceh and Irian Jaya, the government warned on Wednesday it would adopt sterner measures to restore order in both ends of the archipelago.

'No new pool stars' for next year's SEA Games

'No new pool stars' for next year's SEA Games JAKARTA (JP): The National Sports Council (KONI) has set its program to focus on the three Olympic compulsory sports of track and field, swimming and gymnastics for next year's Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Kuala Lumpur.

Papuan artists to display their works

Papuan artists to display their works JAKARTA (JP): For decades, the artwork of native Papua (Irian Jaya) has always captivated ethnic art enthusiasts around the globe.The indigenous people living deep in the hinterland of the easternmost territory are renowned for their unique wood carving and...

Young Balinese scientists shine in national contests

Young Balinese scientists shine in national contestsBy Rita A. Widiadana SINGARAJA, North Bali (JP): Fourteen-year-old I Komang Adi Aswantara from the small town of Singaraja startled judges at the National Youth Science Contest in Jakarta with his simple yet brilliant scientific project -- a tool...

Irian Jaya under control amid flag row, says officer

Irian Jaya under control amid flag row, says officer JAKARTA (JP): Order has been fully restored in Irian Jaya, which is still licking its wounds following a bloody rampage almost two weeks ago, the local military commander said on Wednesday.Maj. Gen.

PT PLN seeking govt approval for rate increase

PT PLN seeking govt approval for rate increase JAKARTA (JP): State electricity company PT PLN is seeking government approval for an increase in power rates of between 2 percent and 3 percent, starting in January next year.

Satelindo service

Satelindo service I refer to the letter by Amir Sidharta about Satelindo's service on Oct. 11. He mentioned its service has declined with more blank spots.I have been a subscriber of Satelindo for about four years, and I dare not say whether Telkomsel or Excelkom are better.

Aspac beats Pacific to move closer to semis

Aspac beats Pacific to move closer to semis BANDUNG (JP): Jakarta-based Aspac was too powerful for Pacific Caesar of Surabaya, posting a convincing 104-67 victory in the fourth leg of the 2000 Nuvo Kobatama national basketball league at Padjadjaran Stadium on Wednesday.

Qantas unveils e-tickets

Qantas unveils e-tickets JAKARTA (JP): Qantas Airways Indonesia said on Wednesday it has introduced electronic ticketing for its passengers in Jakarta and Bali.The Australian airline said the new service would allow passengers from Indonesia to travel to Australia without paper airline tickets.

Psychologists needed to help young chess players

Psychologists needed to help young chess players JAKARTA (JP): Young Indonesian chess players need to work with psychologists to help them overcome the mental blocks preventing their continued development, an official said on Wednesday.

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