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Sat, 20 Nov 2004
Indonesia tries to up maid wage in Singapore
Indonesia tries to up maid wage in SingaporeAgence France-Presse, SingaporeIndonesian maids working in Singapore will next year have their minimum salaries raised by S$50 (US$30) a month, under a plan being pushed by the Indonesian embassy.
Sat, 20 Nov 2004
'It's not easy to find work in Jakarta'
'It's not easy to find work in Jakarta'The Jakarta administration on Monday will start checking people returning home after Idul Fitri holidays. Those caught without Jakarta identity cards, permanent jobs or residence in the city, will be sent back home.
Sat, 20 Nov 2004
Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the
Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the eradication of corruption in its first 100-day program. In this context, the first thing to do must be to put law-enforcement agencies -- the prosecutors, the judges and the police -- in order, to ensure they are corruption-free.
Sat, 20 Nov 2004
Acehnese hopes dashed
Acehnese hopes dashed The Acehnese will have to endure yet another six months of suffering after the new government this week extended the state of civil emergency until May 2005. It's appalling to see a golden opportunity slip through the fingers of former general Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, and...
Sat, 20 Nov 2004
Government lacks initiative in approach to Aceh problem
Government lacks initiative in approach to Aceh problem President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono issued a regulation on Thursday to extend the state of civil emergency in Aceh for another six months. Criticism loomed even before the decision was taken, with many questioning the new government's...
Sat, 20 Nov 2004
Punctuality is Susilo's middle name
Punctuality is Susilo's middle nameFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPunctuality is one thing that President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has enforced during his first month in office, unlike his predecessors.
Sat, 20 Nov 2004
Eradicating corruption
Eradicating corruption From Koran Tempo Corruption is a chronic social ill in Indonesia. However, it is not enough for the government just to find the right way to eradicate it. It is more important for the government to look for its root causes.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Navy to hold exercise with Brunei forces
Navy to hold exercise with Brunei forces JAKARTA: The Indonesian Navy will take part in a joint exercise with Brunei's navy from Nov. 29 to Dec. 3 in the waters of Brunei.The joint exercise, a yearly event, will be divided into three stages.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
KL may adopt managed float system by June 2005
KL may adopt managed float system by June 2005Eileen Ng, Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia may abandon its six-year-old peg of 3.80 ringgit to the dollar and revert to a managed float system by June 2005 if China loosens its own fixed currency regime, economists said on Thursday.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
India-ASEAN car rally to start
India-ASEAN car rally to startThe first India-ASEAN car rally will be held to hike public awareness of the latest opportunities in trade, tourism, infrastructure development and cultural exchanges, organizers said on Thursday.The non-competitive event starts in Guwahati, India on Nov.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
ASEAN leaders likely to ask Myanmar tough questions
ASEAN leaders likely to ask Myanmar tough questions John Ruwitch Reuters/BeijingSoutheast Asian leaders will be asking tough questions of Myanmar's new prime minister at a regional summit for a glimpse of what will become of his purged predecessor's widely endorsed "roadmap to democracy".
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Susilo and entourage off to Chile for APEC Summit
Susilo and entourage off to Chile for APEC SummitFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPresident Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono left the country on Thursday for a five-day overseas trip to attend the 10th Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Santiago.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Where to go in Jakarta: Friday, November 19, 2004
Where to go in Jakarta: Friday, November 19, 2004Exhibitions* Fine Arts Agoes Jolly Sendiri, Galeri Cipta II, Taman Ismail Marzuki Jl. Cikini Raya 73, Central Jakarta, Nov. 24 to Dec. 4. * Painting Rediscovering Indonesia by Italian Maestro Agostino De Romanis, Gedung Arsip Nasional (the National...
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Acehnese say SBY has made no difference
Acehnese say SBY has made no differenceTiarma Siboro and Nani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Banda AcehAcehnese responded coldly to the government's decision on Thursday to extend the state of civil emergency in the province, complaining that they were not involved in the process that led to the...
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Jakartan intern receives honor
Jakartan intern receives honor JAKARTA: Jakarta resident Kikie Nikijuluw won the 2004 Best of Best Intern Award for her work with Second Helping Inc., while studying at the Butler University in Indianapolis, U.S.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Police renew Buyat Bay case files
Police renew Buyat Bay case filesTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPolice are finalizing the case files of six executives of mining firm PT Newmont Minahasa Raya before returning them to prosecutors, hoping that the files will be accepted as sufficient evidence to take the six to court.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
KL hopes to settle RI oil dispute through talks
KL hopes to settle RI oil dispute through talks Malaysia has said it hopes to settle a dispute with Indonesia over two oil exploration areas through a series of discussions and has appealed to Jakarta not to bring the case to international courts, news reports said Thursday.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
ASEAN leaders to ask Myanmar tough questions
ASEAN leaders to ask Myanmar tough questionsJohn Ruwitch, Reuters/BeijingSoutheast Asian leaders will be asking tough questions of Myanmar's new prime minister at a regional summit for a glimpse of what will become of his purged predecessor's widely endorsed "roadmap to democracy".
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Fitch raises Telkomsel rating
Fitch raises Telkomsel rating JAKARTA: PT Telekomunikasi Selular, Indonesia's biggest mobile phone services operator, had its credit rating outlook raised to positive from stable today by Fitch Ratings, which cited its dominant position in the country's expanding mobile market.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
1. SBY (35) - 48 pts 2cols 41line (4x12)
1. SBY (35) - 48 pts 2cols 41line (4x12) Susilo and entourage off to Chile for APEC Summit2. APEC (50) - 42 pts 4cols 1line (1x28) Pacific Rim leaders gather for summit 3. Trade (38) - 36 pts 2cols 3line (3x14) APEC ministers urge new effort on trade talks 4.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Selecting the next chief of intelligence
Selecting the next chief of intelligenceKen Conboy, Jakarta While President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has focused much attention on rectifying the leadership struggle within the armed forces, another vital organization has been left rudderless over the past month. On Oct.20, A.M.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Police to adobt new system to tackle rising crime
Police to adobt new system to tackle rising crimeEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe rising crime rate in the metropolis had prompted the Jakarta Police to adopt an emergency response system for government offices and embassies in partnership with a private security consultant.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
SBY's summit diplomacy
SBY's summit diplomacy For much of this week and next, foreign affairs will take up most of the attention of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. This weekend, our President will head to Santiago, Chile, for the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit with at least 20 other leaders.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
1. Dollar (2 x 25)
1. Dollar (2 x 25) U.S. dollar plunges against Asian currencies, euro 2. Idul (3 x 15) Travelers fly to Asian cities during Idul Fitri 3. Micro (4 x 9) Housewife receives Microcredit Award 5. PTDI (1 x32) Three countries eye PTDI aircraft 4.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Rebuilding trust vital to a lasting peace in Aceh
Rebuilding trust vital to a lasting peace in AcehDamien Kingsbury, Melbourne Since Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono assumed the presidency, there has been growing talk about the possibility of moving towards a resolution of the conflict in Aceh.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
RP arrests two bombing suspects
RP arrests two bombing suspectsPHILIPPINES: Two men suspected in bombings that killed 42 people last year have been arrested in the southern Philippines and linked to the al-Qaeda-allied Southeast Asian terror group Jamaah Islamiyah, authorities said on Thursday.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Travelers fly to Asian cities during Idul Fitri
Travelers fly to Asian cities during Idul FitriLeony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As more people make use of the Idul Fitri holiday as a time to relax, airlines are seeing an increase in passengers, not only to traditional domestic destinations but also to favorite Asian cities.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Dead driver among 3 suspects in deadly toll road pileup
Dead driver among 3 suspects in deadly toll road pileupEvi Mariani and Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Jakarta Police named on Thursday three drivers, including one who died, as suspects in an accident that claimed six lives and injured 10 others on Jagorawi toll road on...
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Quiet Idul Fitri for Tommy and corruptors in prison
Quiet Idul Fitri for Tommy and corruptors in prisonSlamet Susanto and Blontank Poer, The Jakarta Post, CilacapPleasure was reflected on the faces of the inmates during the prayer at the At-Taubah mosque in the Batu penitentiary on Nusakambangan Island in Cilacap, Central Java.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
TV Today: Friday, November 19, 2004
TV Today: Friday, November 19, 2004 .TB.30" .90"TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:30 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 TV Drama7:30 Health8:30 Music: Asik-Asik 10:30 Religious Teachings1:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang1:30 Sports: Duta Olahraga3:00 English News Service6:00 TV Drama6:30...
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
1. MUNIR: 2 X 22
1. MUNIR: 2 X 22 Kontras interviews Garuda employee on Munir's death 2. ACEH: 1 X 42 President Susilo rules out foreign role in Aceh 3. KYOTO: 1 X 28 Russia accepts Kyoto protocol 4. ADOPT: 1 X 35 Adoption law increases 'baby marketing' or Adoption law 'encourages' illegal adoption
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
S. Korea ready to act in case of speculative attack on won: Official
S. Korea ready to act in case of speculative attack on won: OfficialAgence France-Presse, SeoulSouth Korea's top economic official said on Thursday the government would not sit idle in case of a speculative attack on the country's currency.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
TV Today: Saturday, November 20, 2004
TV Today: Saturday, November 20, 2004TVRI 5:30 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:30 Religious Teachings8:00 Talk Show: Hembing10:00 Sports11:30 Dangdut Music1:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang3:00 English News Service6:00 TV Drama6:30 Documentary7:00 News: Berita Nasional7:30 TV Drama8:00 TV...
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Eradicating corruption
Eradicating corruption From Koran Tempo Corruption is a chronic social ill in Indonesia. However, it is not enough for the government just to find the right way to eradicate it. It is more important for the government to look for its root causes.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Water supply
Water supply to be disrupted JAKARTA: A partner of city water operator, PAM Lyonnaise Jaya (Palyja), will repair its water treatment plant in Pejompongan, which will disrupt water supply for four days from Friday.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Holcim holds $2m construction contest
Holcim holds $2m construction contestJAKARTA: Swiss-based Holcim Foundation has invited architects, planners, engineers and project owners in Asia to enter the US$2 million Holcim Awards, a competition for projects in the area of sustainable construction.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Contract teachers may get promotion
Contract teachers may get promotion PALEMBANG: South Sumatra Governor Syahrial Oesman suggested on Thursday that contract teachers who have worked for more than 10 years be automatically recruited as civil servants without having to take the traditional placement test.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
1. REAX: 4 LINES, 10 COUNTS
1. REAX: 4 LINES, 10 COUNTS Acehnese criticize emergency extension 2. TOLL: 2 LINES, 28 COUNTS Dead driver among 3 suspects in deadly toll road pileup 3. WIFI: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS Low computer literacy, ownership curb WiFi buzz 4. BIRD: 1 LINE, 27 COUNTS RI's bird species 'dying out'
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Susilo must explain his overseas trips
Susilo must explain his overseas tripsKornelius Purba, The Jakarta Post Traveling overseas on presidential flights is always very pleasant for the accompanying entourage. And this, of course, is not just because they are all entitled to receive a daily allowance in U.S.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Water supply to be disrupted
Water supply to be disrupted JAKARTA: A partner of city water operator, PAM Lyonnaise Jaya (Palyja), will repair its water treatment plant in Pejompongan, which will disrupt water supply for four days from Friday.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Two killed in bus accident
Two killed in bus accident BANDUNG: Two people were killed and several others injured when a bus carrying dozens of tourists crashed into two motorcycles.As the bus was traveling from the Mount Tangkuban Perahu recreational area, its brakes apparently failed.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
2 x 23
2 x 23Susilo must explain his overseas trips 2. Damien Kingsbury (6.3K)2 x 30 Rebuilding trust vital to a lasting peace in Aceh
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
KPK wants witness protection law
KPK wants witness protection law JAKARTA: The deputy chairman of the powerful Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), Erry Riyana Hardjapamengkas, applauded on Thursday President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's plan to issue a presidential instruction on corruption eradication in early December.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Regent named main suspect in Rp 88b graft scandal
Regent named main suspect in Rp 88b graft scandalThe Jakarta Post, Berau/NabireThe nationwide anticorruption drive continued this week as law enforcers in Kalimantan and Papua brought charges against two regents.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Adoption law 'encourages' illegal adoption
Adoption law 'encourages' illegal adoptionSari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDespite its enforcement, the controversy surrounding Law No. 23/2002 on child protection is not subsiding at all, and it may have contributed to an increase in child trafficking, a leading activist says.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Housewife receives Microcredit Award
Housewife receives Microcredit AwardThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta A housewife and handicraft entrepreneur from Surabaya has been chosen to be Indonesia's representative to receive the Microcredit Award from the United Nations.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Kontras interviews Garuda employee on Munir's death
Kontras interviews Garuda employee on Munir's deathTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, JakartaActivists are interviewing an employee of national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia to find clues about Munir's mysterious death aboard a GA 974 flight from Jakarta to Amsterdam in September.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Holidays leaves mounds of garbage
Holidays leaves mounds of garbageDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaNot all Jakarta residents are happy with the extended Idul Fitri holiday, as it is extremely inconvenient for those needing to have their garbage picked up before it turns into a large mound.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
Toll road traffic rule needed
Toll road traffic rule neededFrom Bisnis IndonesiaOn Oct. 28, I was entering the Pejompongan toll road gate during peak hours at around 4 p.m. and was blocked by a minibus from Tomang, which was trying to reverse from a slow lane in order to enter the same gate.
Fri, 19 Nov 2004
'We have the right to seek a better livelihood'
'We have the right to seek a better livelihood'People from less-developed areas continue to flock to Jakarta seeking work, as an estimated 70 percent of the nation's money is circulating in the capital.