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Thu, 24 Jan 2002
1. Irwan -- Do the poor need a cheap rice program?
1. Irwan -- Do the poor need a cheap rice program? 2 x 20 48 pt Funds for cheap rice could be better spent Alexander Irwan Sociologist Jakarta 2. Nation -- Security is back on the agenda 1x 30 36 pt Security back on ASEAN agenda The Nation Asia News Network Bangkok 3.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto: JapanHotel BorobudurVIP GUEST: Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi (third from right) on his way to attend a media conference at the Club Lounge, Hotel Borobodur, Jakarta. The Japanese prime minister stayed at the hotel during his visit to Indonesia on Jan. 12 to Jan. 13.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Astra clarifies
Astra clarifies Since early January 2002 many of our business partners and associates have complained regarding frequent telephone calls made by some people claiming to be the committee in charge of a joint advertisement for the 45th anniversary of PT Astra International Tbk., which falls on Feb.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Megawati to open annual Muhammadiyah meeting
Megawati to open annual Muhammadiyah meetingRita A. Widiana, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar President Megawati Soekarnoputri is confirmed to open the annual meeting of Muhammadiyah, named Tanwir Muhammadiyah, at the Grand Bali Beach Hotel in Sanur, Bali on Wednesday.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Wage in Kepri raised to Rp 510,000
Wage in Kepri raised to Rp 510,000 BATAM, Riau: The minimum wage in the Kepulauan Riau (Kepri) region was raised by 20 percent to Rp 510,000 from the previous Rp 421,000.The decision was stipulated in a decree issued by Riau Governor Saleh Djasit on Jan. 20, 2002.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Megawati celebrates birthday modestly
Megawati celebrates birthday modestlyThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Megawati Sukarnoputri lived up to her status as the chairwoman of a political party that claims close ties to the poor whe she celebrated her birthday on Wednesday.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Laskar Jihad differs with al-Qaeda
Laskar Jihad differs with al-QaedaSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Laskar Jihad, or the Jihad Force of the Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamaah Communication Forum to give it its full name, has claimed that it supports any government efforts to clamp down on the global al-Qaeda terrorist organization...
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
ISSI will not seek Andry replacement
ISSI will not seek Andry replacement JAKARTA: The Indonesian Cycling Association (ISSI) would not be looking for another rider to replace Andry Sudrajat, who was excluded from the national training squad, an official said in Jakarta on Monday.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Military kills GAM chief in gun battle
Military kills GAM chief in gun battleIbnu Mat Noor, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh The Indonesian Military has shot dead the commander of the armed wing of the separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM), Tengku Abdullah Syafei, in a raid on his jungle headquarters, the military and rebels announced on...
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Grandmas fight burglars
Grandmas fight burglars BANDUNG, West Java: Three elderly women in the village of Mandalawangi, in Cipatat district, Bandung, apparently had no choice but to "take up arms" against three burglars who broke into their play station rental shop in the early hours of Tuesday.
Thu, 24 Jan 2002
Megawati celebrates birthday with street children
Megawati celebrates birthday with street children Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri celebrated her 55th birthday on Wednesday with a party for hundreds of street children and orphans at the headquarters of her Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
RI in world debate contest
RI in world debate contest JAKARTA: Five Indonesians will take part in the annual World Schools Debating Championship, which begins in Singapore on Wednesday, according to the Ministry of National Education.This will be the second time that Indonesia is sending a delegation to the event.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Japanese firms' sentiments for ASEAN improve: JETRO
Japanese firms' sentiments for ASEAN improve: JETROThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Negative business sentiment for Japanese companies operating in five ASEAN economies eased slightly in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore this month, according to a survey conducted by the Japan External Trade Organization...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Navy foils log-smuggling
Navy foils log-smuggling SORONG, Irian Jaya: The Navy warship KRI Hiu apprehended two vessels carrying logs out of the province without the necessary documentation.Chief of the Sorong naval base Lt. Col.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Rupiah Rates Jan.22
Rupiah Rates Jan.22 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 10,892.00 9,892.00 10,444.00 10,340.00Austrian schilling 1 699.34 634.56 670.57 663.29Australian dollar 1 5,648.59 5,125.05 5,416.26 5,357.15Belgian franc 1 238.55 216.45 228.74 226.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
PJSI dreams of medal from judo in Busan 2002 Asian Games
PJSI dreams of medal from judo in Busan 2002 Asian GamesMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A series of overseas outings have already been planned for national judoka ahead of the 2002 Asian Games, with the sport's governing organization, the PJSI, dreaming of bringing home a medal from the Asian...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
PKB amends platform to attract voters
PKB amends platform to attract votersAsip A. Hasani, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Unreconciled relations with the breakaway Matori Abdul Djalil faction took center stage during the just-concluded congress held by the faction of the National Awakening Party (PKB) loyal to Abdurrahman "Gus Dur"...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Vulnerability to poverty needs to be examined
Vulnerability to poverty needs to be examinedAri A. Perdana, Center for Strategic and International Studies, School of Economics, University of Indonesia, Jakarta In his 1981 book entitled Poverty and Famines, Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen wrote, "Much about poverty is obvious enough.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Despite police's vow, Tommy's fate still plagued by uncertainty
Despite police's vow, Tommy's fate still plagued by uncertaintyDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Though accomplices implicated in crimes allegedly masterminded by Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra are being tried, the fate of former president Soeharto's youngest son remains clouded in...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Ten generals to be questioned: Rights activist
Ten generals to be questioned: Rights activistA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Commission of Inquiry into Human Rights Violations (KPP HAM) will quiz 10 military and police generals implicated in the Trisakti, Semanggi I and Semanggi II incidents, and will exercise its subpoena rights...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
1. Ari -- Poverty alleviation and vulnerability to poverty
1. Ari -- Poverty alleviation and vulnerability to poverty 2 x 20 48 pt Vulnerability to poverty needs to be examined Ari A. Perdana Center for Strategic and International Studies School of Economics University of Indonesia Jakarta 2.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
The situation is worsening
The situation is worsening Once again we are reminded of the importance of communications, openness and transparency.It started with the rumors concerning the trip to China by the president's husband, Taufik Kiemas, accompanied by six ministers.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
'RORO' to operate soon
'RORO' to operate soon Bengkulu: A specially designed roll-on, roll-off passenger ferry, Roro, will start to ply the Bengkulu-Enggano island route."Hopefully, the ferry, which will take passengers from Kahyapu seaport, will start operation tomorrow.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Bali prison escapee nabbed
Bali prison escapee nabbed DENPASAR, Bali: After more than two years at large, I Ketut Artana, who escaped from the Kerobokan Penitentiary in the city in 1999, was nabbed in Donggala regency, Central Sulawesi, recently.Bali Provincial Police spokesman Adj. Sr. Comr.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
UN secretary-general urges financial support for E. Timor
UN secretary-general urges financial support for E. TimorAssociated Press, United Nations United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan called for continued financial support for East Timor to ensure its success as an independent nation.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Renovating the house that Lee built
Renovating the house that Lee builtMeidyatama Suryodiningrat, The Jakarta Post, Singapore Either in awe or envy, many agree Singapore is a model of effective administration.Despite being just a single island about the size of Jakarta, it has overcome its dearth of natural resources with competent...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
School children drawn into debate
School children drawn into debate MALAYSIA: Nursery schools became Malaysia's latest ideological battlefield on Tuesday as the Islamic opposition reacted angrily to a reported government threat to close its kindergartens.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Supporting increasing array of enduring ties
Supporting increasing array of enduring ties Encouraging and supporting an ever increasing array of enduring links between Australia and Indonesia is a key function of the Australia-Indonesia Institute.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Where to go in Surabaya
Where to go in SurabayaMusic and Entertainment* Hyatt Regency Surabaya, Jl. Jend. Basuki Rakhmat 106-128 (Tel. 031 5311234): - Lobby: Pianist, every Morning, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Monday to Saturday evening, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Enjoy Japanese specialties in Kemang at Oishi
Enjoy Japanese specialties in Kemang at OishiAida Greenbury, Contributor, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It was a relief when a Japanese restaurant, Oishi, had the guts to venture into the South Jakarta bule neighborhood of Kemang more than a year ago.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
S'pore port needs to work hard amid Malaysian challenge
S'pore port needs to work hard amid Malaysian challenge Singapore needs to battle hard to retain its status as one of the world's busiest container ports amid a spirited challenge from neighbouring Malaysia, a senior economic official said Tuesday.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Govt acts to cope with terrorism
Govt acts to cope with terrorismYogita Tahil Ramani and Annastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In an unprecedented move security authorities here have summoned a Muslim cleric to question his alleged links to Islamic militant networks, including al-Qaeda.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Unionists walk free
Unionists walk free JAKARTA: The Tangerang District Court declared two labor activists, Sofyan Bedot and Surjito, innocent of antisocial behavior on Monday.Sofyan and Surjito charged under Article 335 of the Criminal Code after a heated discussion with representatives of PT Dwi Naga Sakti Abadi,...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Japan gives Rp 20b in grants
Japan gives Rp 20b in grants JAKARTA: Japan has earmarked some Rp 20 billion (US$2 million) in education grants for Indonesia for 2002, Japanese Ambassador to Indonesia Yukio Takeuchi said on Tuesday."The small grants will be channeled directly to the people and reflect the genuine friendship...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Thailand finds a way out, what about us?
Thailand finds a way out, what about us? The topics of the talks by Thailand's Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his two-day visit to Indonesia were focused on trade cooperation and the terrorism issue.Indonesia and Thailand are still struggling to escape from the crisis.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
People with social problems sent home
People with social problems sent homeRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration sent home on Tuesday 50 beggars, street singers, street vendors, squatters and thugs to their respective villages as part of the administration's efforts to bring order to the city.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Villagers abandon kerosene, turn to firewood
Villagers abandon kerosene, turn to firewoodAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purwokerto The soaring prices of basic commodities caused by fuel price increases have forced people to try to reduce their expenses.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
* Headlines: KL to prosecute Indonesian rioters 2
* Headlines: KL to prosecute Indonesian rioters 2* Opinion: Households move in and out of poverty 4* City: People with social problems sent home 6* Archipelago: Protests continue over price hikes 7 * National: Party amends platform to attract voters 8* World: China takes plane bugging report...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Security forces an obstacle to peace in Maluku: Mayor
Security forces an obstacle to peace in Maluku: MayorTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Besides the absence of a serious commitment from the central government, the disharmony among security personnel, especially between the local military and police in the provincial capital of Maluku, has...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
KPPU warns of possible manipulation in BCA tender process
KPPU warns of possible manipulation in BCA tender processThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU) expressed concern of possible manipulation in the sale process of the government's 51 percent stake in Bank Central Asia (BCA) due its lack of transparency.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
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ADVERTORIALonlyDid you know that ... * Like Indonesia, Australia has three time zones, namely NE/SE (GMT+10), Central (GMT+9), and West (GMT+8), * Australian approved investment in Indonesia has reached US$8.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Appeal against Army plan in Aceh falls of deaf ears
Appeal against Army plan in Aceh falls of deaf earsAnnastashya Emmanuelle and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Pressures mounted on Tuesday against the planned reinstatement of the military command in restive Aceh, but both the government and the House of Representatives turned a deaf ear...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
1. HAM - 14 x 3 lines
1. HAM - 14 x 3 linesTen generals to be questioned: Rights activist 2. Pansus - 24 x 2 linesAkbar inquiry is not first priority, legislators say3. Kodam - 21 x 2 linesAppeal against Army plan in Aceh falls of deaf ears 4. Rice - 24 x 1 lineBulog to import 1m tons of rice 5.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Detention center funds approved
Detention center funds approved JAKARTA: A Jakarta Police spokesman said on Tuesday that the City Council had approved the disbursement of Rp 10 billion (US$961,540) under the 2002 city budget for the setting up of a special detention center for drug abusers and traffickers.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Jakarta begins door-to-door ID card raids
Jakarta begins door-to-door ID card raidsRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration started its controversial door-to-door ID card raids in the five mayoralties on Tuesday, arbitrarily arresting 1,763 people, even though many of them had the necessary documentation.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
PT Great River workers still on strike
PT Great River workers still on strike BOGOR: Thousands of workers from textile producer PT Great River International in Cibinong, Bogor, continued their strike for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, demanding a pay raise from Rp 412,000 to Rp 576,000 per month.
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Only 32 firms file objection to minimum wage hike
Only 32 firms file objection to minimum wage hikeAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration revealed on Tuesday that only 32 companies, among 25,000 private firms here, have officially filed objections over the new minimum wage - amounting to Rp 596,266 (US$60) - due to...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
Council against sale of water firms' shares
Council against sale of water firms' sharesAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The City Council rejected on Tuesday a planned divestment of city-owned water supply company PAM's two foreign partners, PT PAM Lyonnaise Jaya (Palyja) and PT Thames PAM Jaya (TPJ), as it would be against the...
Wed, 23 Jan 2002
DPRD 'has no authority to remove Sunarto'
DPRD 'has no authority to remove Sunarto'Ridwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The central government is still waiting for the Surabaya Legislative Council's report on its recent decision to remove Surabaya Mayor Sunarto Sumaprawiro from office and to appoint Deputy Mayor Bambang Dwi...