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L.A. officer gives grisly evidence in Oki case

L.A. officer gives grisly evidence in Oki case JAKARTA (JP): A United States' police detective testifying in the trial of an Indonesian charged over a Los Angeles triple murder said yesterday he believed the suspect was guilty.

Criminal code

Criminal codeFrom Media IndonesiaWe are witnessing an increasing number of robberies of bank clients, murders of taxi drivers and eviction of powerless people from their homes, not to mention the torture of suspects during investigations.

Free trade pledge ignites fears in Asia-Pacific

Free trade pledge ignites fears in Asia-PacificBy Nathaniel Harrison MANILA (AFP): Asia-Pacific leaders pledged Monday to move from talk to action on free trade but their initiative has sparked fears in the region that vulnerable communities and economies will pay a heavy price.

A broader Asian agenda

A broader Asian agenda During the Cold War, Washington saw its role in Asia as clearly defined -- containing the spread of Soviet-backed Communism. The region today defies easy classification. While East Asia is the world's fastest-growing region economically, it is also an arena where four of the...

Preserving values in changing Asia

Preserving values in changing AsiaBy Arief Budiman SALATGIA, Central Java (JP): Last month, I attended a human rights workshop in Seoul organized by the New York-based Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs.

Indonesia suffers $200m BoP deficit in fiscal first half

Indonesia suffers $200m BoP deficit in fiscal first half JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia suffered a deficit of more than US$200 million in its balance of payments (BoP) in the first six months of the 1996/1997 fiscal year, beginning April.

Ex-political prisoner to continue study

Ex-political prisoner to continue studyBy Gedsiri Suhartono JAKARTA (JP): One of the most annoying experiences Danang Kukuh Wardoyo had during his 20-month term as one of Indonesia's youngest political prisoners was having to do English homework."It really got annoying at times.

Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Hotel Dai-ichi, Jl. Senen Raya 135, Central Jakarta. - Morgan's 1072 Classic Disco, Asian Force Band, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Saturday: 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Acid Speed Band, Friday, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.; Platinum Band, Wednesday, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.

Expert testifies on overpass fall

Expert testifies on overpass fall JAKARTA (JP): A Ministry of Public Works expert witness told the West Jakarta District Court yesterday the fatal collapse of a West Jakarta overpass was caused by the premature removal of the bridge's bracings.

Jail officials may face lawsuit for teenage inmate's death

Jail officials may face lawsuit for teenage inmate's death JAKARTA (JP): The lawyer of a teenage inmate who died in hospital on Monday will sue Pondok Bambu penitentiary if there are indications the prison's poor facilities led to his death.

Region needs $674b for power utilities: UN expert

Region needs $674b for power utilities: UN expert SINGAPORE (AFP): Asia-Pacific developing economies require massive investments of up to US$674 billion in power utilities to meet soaring demand for electricity, a UN energy expert said here yesterday.

House questions big fuel subsidies in budget review

House questions big fuel subsidies in budget review JAKARTA (JP): High international oil prices forced the government to spend Rp 358.54 billion (US$151.5 million) subsidizing domestic fuel in the first six months of the 1996/1997 fiscal year.

U.S. charged with leaving toxic waste

U.S. charged with leaving toxic waste MANILA (AFP): About 40 activists staged a protest in front of the U.S. embassy yesterday to demand that the United States clean up toxic waste allegedly left at former U.S. bases in the Philippines.

Japan overshadowed by China, U.S. at APEC

Japan overshadowed by China, U.S. at APECBy Eugene Moosa MANILA (Reuter): Japan took a backseat to China and the United States at an annual Asia-Pacific summit and gave itself only a passing grade for its own performance.

Koreans dominate field for Omega Tour event

Koreans dominate field for Omega Tour event JAKARTA (JP): Twenty South Koreans dominate the field of 138 leading golfers from 20 countries due to tee off today in the Tugu Pratama PGA Championship at the par-72 Bumi Serpong Damai course.

Jakarta awaits report on EU aid to East Timor

Jakarta awaits report on EU aid to East Timor JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia welcomes and awaits further reports on the European Union plan to send development aid directly to East Timor, Antara quoted an official saying yesterday.

Robbers run away with Rp 247 million

Robbers run away with Rp 247 million BANDUNG (JP): Two robbers escaped with Rp 247 million (US$105,000) in a daring daylight robbery here yesterday.The victims were three Bank of Tokyo employees who had just withdrawn cash from Bank Indonesia, a few kilometers from the crime scene.

Indonesia predicts flood of foreign doctors

Indonesia predicts flood of foreign doctors JAKARTA (JP): When Indonesia enters the ASEAN Free Trade Area in five years, foreign doctors will stream into Indonesia, bringing with them their materialistic way of life.

Arebi to go Internet

Arebi to go Internet JAKARTA (JP): The Association of Indonesian Real Estate Brokers (Arebi) plans to launch a property marketing media using Internet technology, called multi-listing service Arebi-net (MLS Arebi-net).Arebi chairwoman Cynthia G.

Telkom explains

Telkom explains First, we would like to thank Sri Nawangsih of Poris Indah Blok E, Jl. Cendana II No. 105 in Tangerang for her information published on Nov. 10, 1996.After a checkup, we located the problem in the multiplexer connection of your telephone, some five kilometers from the Cipondoh...

Govt avows Soerjadi as PDI chief

Govt avows Soerjadi as PDI chief JAKARTA (JP): The government reaffirmed yesterday its recognition of controversial Soerjadi as the legitimate chairman of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI).Minister of Home Affairs Moch. Yogie S.M.

American to coach RI basketball team

American to coach RI basketball team JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Basketball Association announced Saturday it would hire an American coach for its men's team, which is scheduled to participate in the 19th SEA Games here next year.

Traffic police raids

Traffic police raidsFrom KompasI was impressed when I heard about a circular issued by Lt. Col. Istoto Sukismo, the Indramayu police subprecinct chief, saying that drivers should not connive with policemen during the launching of the Mandiri operation.

Electronics display in Megamal Pluit

Electronics display in Megamal Pluit JAKARTA (JP): An electronic appliances exhibition was opened Saturday at the Megamal Pluit, in North Jakarta.There are 30 stands at the exhibition showing 45 brands' new products including brands like Sony, Toshiba, Panasonic and Sharp, organizer Soewarto said.

Stock Exchange

Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov. 25, 1996: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ---------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,050 0 0 AHAP Insurance 2,675 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 800 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,025 0 260,500 Aneka Kimia...

Journalist's attackers arrested

Journalist's attackers arrested DILI, East Timor: Police have arrested four of the five people suspected of beating up Gaudensius Mau, a journalist from the Jakarta-based Tiras weekly and Suara Timor Timur daily, a report said yesterday.Chief of East Timor police Col.

RI banks must shape up for competition: Report

RI banks must shape up for competition: Report JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian banks must become stronger, faster and fewer to remain competitive against foreign institutions, American rating agency Standard & Poor's (S&P) said yesterday.

Iraq overpowers Indonesia

Iraq overpowers Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): As the Asia Nations Cup finals draw near, Indonesia received another serious warning after a 4-0 drubbing by Iraq in an international friendly match in Genoa, Italy over the weekend.

Belo says 'Der Spiegel' manipulated his remarks

Belo says 'Der Spiegel' manipulated his remarks DILI, East Timor (JP): Dili Bishop Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo yesterday accused the German magazine Der Spiegel of manipulating his April interview to make it sound anti-Indonesian government.

Alatas awarded honorary doctorate

Alatas awarded honorary doctorate SEMARANG: Professors at Diponegoro University will confer on Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas an honorary doctorate for his diplomacy skills and his contribution toward the development of legal science.

TV today

TV todayTVRI 2:30 p.m. Travel: My Country 2:35 TV Series: Kid's Song 3:05 Children's Program: Taman Bermain 3:30 Science Film: Beyond Tomorrow 4:05 Science and Technology Film: Science World 4:30 TV Drama: Drama Remaja 5:00 Regional News 5:25 Travel: My Country 5:30 English Lessons 6:00 News:...

Leaders upbeat on APEC's future

Leaders upbeat on APEC's future MANILA (JP): APEC leaders said they were satisfied with the outcome of their summit yesterday, with Indonesia and China stressing economic cooperation programs to address the disparity between rich and poorer members.

New location sought for Senen traders

New location sought for Senen traders JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta municipality is considering alternative locations for traders whose kiosks were razed in the weekend Senen shopping center fire, an official said yesterday.

Hartono to see generals graduate

Hartono to see generals graduate JAKARTA (JP): Army Chief of Staff Gen. R. Hartono will see 24 generals and dozens of other high-rank military and civilian officials graduate from the Military Law School today.

Poor health development lamented

Poor health development lamented JAKARTA (JP): Former cabinet minister Emil Salim yesterday called for reform and more funding for health development.An observer of health issues, Emil said certain policies, such as limiting the number of doctors employed as civil servants, were the cause of...

Govt pays US$540m off foreign loans

Govt pays US$540m off foreign loans JAKARTA (JP): The government last month paid US$540.46 million of its high-interest debt to multilateral agencies ahead of schedule and will soon amortize another $50.58 million, Minister of Finance Mar'ie Muhammad said yesterday.

Hearings on slander cases continue

Hearings on slander cases continue JAKARTA (JP): The judges in the trial of a student charged with insulting the Armed Forces (ABRI) told the Central Jakarta District Court yesterday the prosecutor's indictment was legally correct.

Zarina's case overexposed

Zarina's case overexposedFrom JayakartaAs an Indonesian, the news that Ecstasy queen Zarina had been caught and brought back to Indonesia made me proud. I hailed officer Gories Mere and his police for boosting our national standing and our police's image.

Prosecutor rejects Iwik's dossiers

Prosecutor rejects Iwik's dossiers YOGYAKARTA: Local police will have to work harder to solve the August slaying of journalist Fuad Muhammad Syafruddin after the provincial prosecutors office returned their dossier on Dwi Sumaji, the suspected killer.

Dharmala-STIC venture

Dharmala-STIC venture JAKARTA (JP): PT Dharmala Intiland and Singapore Technologies Industrial Corp Ltd. (STIC) signed a memorandum of understanding yesterday to develop 300 hectares of industrial estates in Ngoro, East Java.

Pakpahan may fight Supreme Court ruling

Pakpahan may fight Supreme Court ruling JAKARTA (JP): Muchtar Pakpahan, the leader of an unrecognized labor union, is considering fighting the recent Supreme Court decision to put him back in prison made after it had acquitted him of all charges last year.

Another worker killed on building site

Another worker killed on building site JAKARTA (JP): Another worker on the Taman Anggrek Mall project in West Jakarta has been killed in an on-site accident.The unidentified victim fell from the project's high-rise building Sunday night.

Salute to Dewi Yull

Salute to Dewi YullFrom MerdekaSinger-actress Dewi Yull's honest statement that families of artists are vulnerable to ups and downs was recently published in the daily Merdeka. Artists' families are undermined with gossip and divorces. This fact should be admitted in all honesty.

Tens months sought for Ecstasy smugglers

Tens months sought for Ecstasy smugglers JAKARTA (JP): The prosecutor has asked the Tangerang District Court to sentence two defendants charged with attempting to smuggle 60,778 Ecstasy pills to 10 months jail.Prosecutor M. Daud Musa also asked the court to fine RS and OS Rp 1 million (US$432).

Capital inflow totals $27.9b

Capital inflow totals $27.9b JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Investment Sanyoto Sastrowardoyo revealed yesterday that the government has approved 913 foreign investment projects worth US$27.9 billion as of Nov. 9.

Tennis team to adopt low profile in SEAG

Tennis team to adopt low profile in SEAG JAKARTA (JP): Tennis will no longer be Indonesia's reliable gold mine, as it was in past SEA Games, when the biennial sporting event arrives here next year.The Indonesian Tennis Association's Secretary-General, Zainal Abidin, said yesterday he was not sure...

Luxury condo to be built in Ancol

Luxury condo to be built in Ancol JAKARTA (JP): PT City Island Utama, a member of the Singapore- based City Developments Limited (CDL) Group, awarded yesterday a US$51.3 million contract to a leading South Korean company to build the Oseania Resort Condominium in Ancol, North Jakarta.

BIC plans to expands Batam industrial estate

BIC plans to expands Batam industrial estate JAKARTA (JP): Batamindo Industrial Corporation (BIC) will expand its Batam island industrial park by 30 hectares to meet an expected foreign investment increase, a BIC executive said Saturday.

Jakarta may face oversupply of retail space

Jakarta may face oversupply of retail space JAKARTA (JP): With more shopping centers expected to open in the next three years, there is some concern that Jakarta will be oversupplied, property consultant First Pacific Davies Indonesia said yesterday.

Is Jakarta crime infested?

Is Jakarta crime infested?From MerdekaIn the past few months there have been an increasing number of hold-ups of people who have just collected money from banks. The robbers usually ride RX-King motorcycles and are armed with knives and pistols. One of the victims has died.