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On This Day - November 23, 2000
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali: Exhibitions * Painting Refleksi Seni II, Warna Warni Ekspresi, Darga Gallery, Komplek Sanur Raya 20-21, Jl. By Pass Ngurah Rai, Denpasar (Phone: 0361 285249), 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., until Dec. 2.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Please, no naked women
Please, no naked womenFrom Media IndonesiaA television commercial advertising Krating Daeng shows a man painting the symbol of this energy drink on the bare back of a woman sitting on a motorcycle.Obviously, the producer hopes to boost sales by showing the bare back of a woman in the TV commercial.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Colors and lines on canvas conform two trends
Colors and lines on canvas conform two trendsBy Chandra Johan JAKARTA (JP): This is an artist's story. He is a graduate of a noted university here. There is no doubt about his knowledge and skills in fine arts. His paintings demonstrate his talent and ability to grasp the visual elements.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Caltex workers continue protests for higher pay
Caltex workers continue protests for higher pay JAKARTA (JP): About 3,000 workers of contractors that support the oil operations of PT Caltex Pacific Indonesia in Riau continued protests on Wednesday to pressure the company to meet their demands for higher pay.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Nurdin submits letter of resignation
Nurdin submits letter of resignation JAKARTA (JP): The Soccer Association of Indonesia (PSSI) official in charge of athletes development, Nurdin Halid, submitted his resignation Tuesday evening amidst pressure critical of some of his decisions."I have to consider his resignation carefully.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Attempted attack on McCarthy deplored
Attempted attack on McCarthy deplored JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian President Abdurrahman Wahid expressed regret on Wednesday over the attempted attack by East Timorese refugees on Australia's outgoing ambassador to Jakarta John McCarthy.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Islamic parties demand early election
Islamic parties demand early election JAKARTA (JP): A forum of several Muslim-based political parties demanded on Wednesday an early general election and nominated United Development Party (PPP) chairman Hamzah Haz for the presidency."We want the general election to be speeded up.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Experts decry grand art auction as likely fraud
Experts decry grand art auction as likely fraud JAKARTA (JP): An upcoming auction of a group of paintings touted as long-lost works of local and international masters may turn out to be a huge swindle, experts warned on Wednesday.Agus T.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
PDI-P congress in stalemate
PDI-P congress in stalemate PURWOKERTO, Central Java: A branch congress of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) ended in stalemate here on Tuesday after dozens of civilian guards disrupted the meeting to protest against the possible election of a rank outsider as chairman.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Indonesia told to free Aceh activist
Indonesia told to free Aceh activist JAKARTA (JP): Pressures are mounting from international and domestic communities for an immediate release of the chairman of the Information Center for Aceh Referendum (SIRA) Muhammad Nazar who was arrested on Monday evening for allegedly creating public...
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Teachers to get 300% hike in allowance
Teachers to get 300% hike in allowance JAKARTA (JP): Teachers will receive a total of 300 percent hike in their allowance starting January next year amid calls for a better salary system for educators, an official said on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov. 22, 2000: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo 2,550 -100 854,000 Adindo Foresta Indonesia 115 5 60,000 Alakasa Industrindo 275 0 0 Alfa Retailindo...
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Taiwan dollar at 19-month low, SE Asian monies mixed late
Taiwan dollar at 19-month low, SE Asian monies mixed late SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): The cloud of gloom has shifted from Southeast Asian currency markets to their neighbors in the North, as the New Taiwan dollar's collapse to a 19-month low dealt a fresh blow to the floundering South Korean won,...
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Classical Javanese court music and dances on show in Jakarta
Classical Javanese court music and dances on show in JakartaBy Hartoyo Pratiknyo JAKARTA (JP): Coming on the heels of the triumphant presentation of the Senapati Kelaswara-Adaninggar dance drama -- performed in the golek menak (wooden puppet) style of Yogyakarta at the Taman Ismail Marzuki arts...
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Rp 250 million stolen in daytime robbery
Rp 250 million stolen in daytime robbery JAKARTA (JP): A daylight holdup took place in Central Jakarta on Wednesday when an armed man robbed a private employee of Rp 250 million in cash in front of his office and shot a police officer who was escorting the employee.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
ASEAN ready to ease burden of tariff-cut plan
ASEAN ready to ease burden of tariff-cut plan SINGAPORE (Agencies): Southeast Asian leaders are poised to sign an agreement giving flexibility to some countries having trouble meeting tariff-cutting measures that are part of an effort to achieve a regional free trade area by 2002.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
National park forests not free from looting
National park forests not free from lootingBy Sutha Sastradhinata DENPASAR, Bali (Antara): Hundreds of locals looted the forest of the West Bali National Park, Jembrana district, some 120 kilometers west of here, triggering a strong reaction from many Balinese, particularly environmentalists.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Estrada counsel to seek impeachment dismissal
Estrada counsel to seek impeachment dismissal MANILA (Agencies): Lawyers for Philippine President Joseph Estrada will seek the dismissal of his impeachment case before it begins next month, a top official said on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Japan hails China over its plan on ASEAN-3 summit
Japan hails China over its plan on ASEAN-3 summit SINGAPORE (AFP): Japan expressed surprise for China's support for institutionalizing the three-way gathering of East Asian leaders which also involved South Korea and Japan.
Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Love your nature
Love your nature I was sad to hear the news that one of the main causes of the flood in the Cilacap area, in Central Java, was illegal logging by irresponsible locals (TPI broadcast, Nov. 4, 2000). The flood has forced people to set up tents or flee to other areas thought to be safe.
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