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Sun, 17 Dec 1995
Indonesia loses overall champion title
Indonesia loses overall champion title JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia has fallen far short of its goal of becoming the overall champion of the 18th Southeast Asian Games in Chiang Mai, Thailand, according to contingent spokesman Ishadi.
Sun, 17 Dec 1995
Foreign labor a major issue in Malaysia
Foreign labor a major issue in MalaysiaBy P Ramasamy There are more than one million foreign workers, many illegal, in Malaysia. This is both an asset and a liability to the country's development. Malaysia seems to be caught in a development dilemma.
Sun, 17 Dec 1995
Holiday revelers brace for yearend
Holiday revelers brace for yearend JAKARTA (JP): It's holiday season and people are busy making travel plans. Some are going as far as the United States or Europe while others are satisfied with local destinations.
Sun, 17 Dec 1995
The turtle dove
The turtle doveBy Abrar Yusra Two days after his return from his hometown in Java -- to visit one of his children, in-laws and grandchildren -- Pak Darwis carried the cage of his turtle dove from his wife's house to her daughter Sakdiyah. It was still very early in the morning.
Sun, 17 Dec 1995
Luxury cruise ships offer unique travel experience
Luxury cruise ships offer unique travel experienceBy T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): If you are bored with "conventional" holiday, you might want to try something different: Cruising.Indonesia's first luxury cruise ship, the Awani Dream, anchored at the Tanjung Priok sea port of Jakarta on Nov. 15.
Sun, 17 Dec 1995
Around 3,000 foreign artists paint Indonesia
Around 3,000 foreign artists paint IndonesiaBy Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): More than thirty years ago, in 1964, a five- volume album titled Paintings and Statues from the Collection of President Soekarno of the Republic of Indonesia was published.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
RI dominates judo competition
RI dominates judo competition JAKARTA (JP): Judo is the only sport for Indonesia at the 18th Southeast Asian Games in Chiang Mai, Thailand, which contributed the targeted set of gold medals.The National Sports Council (KONI) expected Indonesian judokas to collect six gold medals but by yesterday...
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Indonesia shows its skills at last in SEA Games
Indonesia shows its skills at last in SEA GamesBy Dwiatmanta CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Indonesian athletes did their country proud yesterday as they pounded their way to gold medals in the Southeast Asian Games.But their charges came far too late.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Foreigners registered for int'l triathlon
Foreigners registered for int'l triathlon JAKARTA (JP): As many as 17 foreign athletes from the Netherlands, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Australia will take part at the International Triathlon on Saturday in Senggigi, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Coping with student brawls not easy: Police
Coping with student brawls not easy: Police JAKARTA (JP): Police and teachers are still struggling to understand and curb student brawls in the capital.Operations launched by police against students and the confiscation of their weapons have done little to stop the aggression.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Flood strikes Central Java
Flood strikes Central Java SEMARANG, Central Java: Flash floods caused by incessant rain over the past two weeks have hit six areas of the Pati regency, causing about Rp 4.5 billion (US$1.8 million) in material losses.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
ASEAN should stick to principles
ASEAN should stick to principles The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), and Thailand in particular, has gone to a lot of trouble to pave the way for Burma's participation in the first-ever meeting today of the leaders from 10 countries in the region.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Southeast Asia becomes nuclear free zone
Southeast Asia becomes nuclear free zoneBy Meidyatama Suryodiningrat BANGKOK (JP): The 10 leaders of Southeast Asia realized yesterday the dream of creating a region free of nuclear weapons, signing a treaty which bars the production or acquisition of the instruments of mass destruction.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Land transport body disappointed by fare proposals
Land transport body disappointed by fare proposals JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta chapter of land transportation owners association, Organda, is disappointed by the government proposal on the increase in public transportation fares.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Land agency office in Bekasi
Land agency office in Bekasi JAKARTA (JP): The Bekasi Land Agency is moving to its new office, compliments of the Lippo Cikarang complex.The agency will use several 1,250-square-meter offices on the third and fourth floors of the Flatted Factory building in the complex until the construction of its...
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Edwin elected REI chairman
Edwin elected REI chairman JAKARTA (JP): The national conference of the Indonesian Developers Association (REI) has elected Edwin Kawilarang as the organization's chairman for the period of 1995-1998, replacing Enggartiasto Lukita.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Small enterprises
Small enterprises The House of Representatives has finally approved a bill that will empower and protect small and medium-size enterprises. The bill was introduced in the House last July, and took only a few months to be approved.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Past jealousies
Past jealousies I have come to have a high regard for the writing and thinking of Amir Santoso through The Jakarta Post. He writes clearly, thoughtfully and courageously. He is willing to criticize authority when he believes criticism is justified.Therefore his article in the Dec.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Unknown group stages anti-communist protest
Unknown group stages anti-communist protest JAKARTA (JP): A previously unheard-of organization mobilized more than 100 people yesterday, including mothers and children, for a demonstration at the House of Representatives which called on the government to maintain its vigilance against a communist...
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
SFRN's oil field in RI
SFRN's oil field in RI HOUSTON (Reuter): Santa Fe Energy Resources Inc. reported the best test of its Mudi prospect on the Indonesian island of Java saying the field is obviously a commercial project although it cannot yet estimate the ultimate reserves.The company said Thursday the Mudi No.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Moerdiono confirms probe into transportation ministry
Moerdiono confirms probe into transportation ministry BANGKOK (JP): Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono confirmed yesterday media reports of an investigation into allegations of financial irregularities at the Ministry of Transportation.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Jak Jazz '95 is over but the grumbling continues
Jak Jazz '95 is over but the grumbling continuesBy Remy Sylado JAKARTA (JP): Jak Jazz 95 is over, but the grumbling continues. The successful performers, who encountered no problems during the international jazz festival, said nothing. The less successful participants, however, blame the organizers.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Golden Truly expands into hotel business
Golden Truly expands into hotel business JAKARTA (JP): Golden Truly, a major domestic retail chain, will expand into hotel operations later next year to benefit from the growing number of foreign tourists visiting the capital.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Germany offers scholarship
Germany offers scholarship JAKARTA (JP): The Federal Republic of Germany has announced the Scholarship Program 1996 which will offer 55 scholarships to Indonesian nationals working in the public or private sector. The target-group is primarily focused on junior executives and trainers.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
15 firearms confiscated in two operations
15 firearms confiscated in two operations JAKARTA (JP): The Jakarta Military Command has confiscated 14 firearms, two million stimulant and barbiturate pills, 600,000 bottles of liquor and 43 sharp weapons during the last month.Commander Maj. Gen.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Focus On Canada established
Focus On Canada established JAKARTA (JP): Five organizations involved in Indonesia- Canadian relations have decided to unite into one association called Focus On Canada.The new association, supported by the Canadian Embassy, unveiled its new logo in ceremony last Thursday at the Regent Hotel.Prof.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Medal Tally
Medal Tally Gold Silver Bronze Total Thailand 113 79 79 271 Indonesia 59 48 68 175 Philippines 29 38 53 120 Malaysia 22 36 57 115 Singapore 20 18 32 70 Vietnam 10 13 21 44 Myanmar 3 16 31 50 Brunei 0 1 5 6 Laos 0 0 6 6 Cambodia 0 0 2 2
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
East Asia well placed to continue stable growth
East Asia well placed to continue stable growth TOKYO (AFP): East Asia appears to be well placed to continue attracting the inflows of foreign capital that have fueled the region's growth, Japan's Economic Planning Agency (EPA) said yesterday.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Susi Susanti hopes to use golden touch at Atlanta
Susi Susanti hopes to use golden touch at Atlanta CHIANG MAI (DPA): Indonesia's Barcelona Olympiad badminton champion Susi Susanti hopes to repeat the golden touch in Atlanta next year."Sure, I'll be in Atlanta.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
PT Great River Industries to issue rights shares
PT Great River Industries to issue rights shares JAKARTA (JP): A publicly-listed textile manufacturer, PT Great River Industries, plans to issue two rights shares for one old share next year to raise approximately Rp 129 billion (US$56.1 million), the company's president said yesterday.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Sasak dictionary published
Sasak dictionary published MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: Sri Widodo, the rector of the University of Mataram, launched on Thursday a Sasak-Indonesian- English dictionary compiled by an Australian writer.Nell F. Staff was assisted by five local co-authors -- Aida Muspiah, Baiq Rabiah Arkania, I.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
ASEAN in a changed world
ASEAN in a changed world Since its birth in Bangkok in 1967 the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has had a secure existence. Now -- 28 years after the issuance of the Bangkok Declaration -- ASEAN has become more active and a model of success among regional organizations.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Indonesian tennis yields mixed results at SEAG
Indonesian tennis yields mixed results at SEAG CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Indonesia captured one more gold medal in the 18th Southeast Asian Games tennis competition yesterday, but Thailand walked away with pride.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Govt appoints IKPT to build new LNG unit
Govt appoints IKPT to build new LNG unit JAKARTA (JP): The government has appointed PT Inti Karya Persada Teknik (IKPT) to build a US$900-million liquefied natural gas (LNG) production train at Pertamina's Bontang plant in East Kalimantan, Pertamina confirmed yesterday.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Singh takes lead in RP golf classic
Singh takes lead in RP golf classic MANILA (AFP): India's Jeev Milkha Singh today failed to reproduce his record-breaking form from the first round but still did enough to give himself a welcome birthday treat and stay top of the leaderboard at the halfway mark of the Omega Tour's US$200,000...
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Hotels, airlines get award
Hotels, airlines get award JAKARTA (JP): Six hotels, three airlines, two restaurants, two transportation companies have received awards from the Jakarta administration for their achievements in promoting tourism.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Third camp contests PDI E. Java board
Third camp contests PDI E. Java board SURABAYA (JP): A third group has staked its claim to lead the East Java regional executive board of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI), which has been the subject of fierce rivalry between two rival camps.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Sumitro warns of higher inflation, worsening deficit
Sumitro warns of higher inflation, worsening deficit JAKARTA (JP): Senior economist Sumitro Djojohadikusumo yesterday warned that the increasing inflation rate and deepening current account deficit may endanger the economy if the government does not take immediate measures.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Malaysia's first futures exchange opens for trade
Malaysia's first futures exchange opens for trade KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysia's first futures bourse, the Kuala Lumpur Options and Financial Futures Exchange (KLOFFE), opened for trading yesterday, bringing the nation closer to its dream of becoming a regional financial center.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Australia-RI defense pact defended
Australia-RI defense pact defended SYDNEY (Agencies): Prime Minister Paul Keating sought yesterday to hose down criticism here of Australia's defense pact with Indonesia, arguing that it would help the cause of the people of East Timor.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Obituary
Obituary SARIAMIN ISMAIL, Indonesia's first woman author, better known by her pen name Selasih, died in Pekanbaru, Riau, yesterday morning. She was 87 years old.Her novel Kalau Tak Untung (The Unfortunate), published in 1933, became famous nationwide and was considered to be among the best works...
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec. 15, 1995: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ---------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 825 -25 8,000 AHAP Insurance 3,200 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,200 50 9,000 Andayani Megah 1,650 0 10,000 Aneka...
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
NAM accused of inaction to stop rights violations
NAM accused of inaction to stop rights violations JAKARTA (JP): International relations expert Dewi Fortuna Anwar accused the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) of "inaction" in the face of gross human rights violations by its own member countries.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Academic sees government weaken
Academic sees government weaken JAKARTA (JP): The growth of Indonesia's middle class reflects the government's weakening political clout, a political observer says."There's an incredible change taking place.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Plywood firms advised to restructure plants
Plywood firms advised to restructure plants JAKARTA (JP): The government, concerned with the steady decline in plywood exports, told manufacturers yesterday to restructure their industrial facilities to adjust to the decline in supplies of raw materials.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto A: DesignersJP/ObyDESIGNERS MEETING: Indonesian top designers Ramli (left), Harry Dharsono (second left) and Iwan Tirta (right) pose with American designer Oscar de la Renta during a special meeting between the local fashion set and de la Renta at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
10 bodies found after sinking
10 bodies found after sinking KENDARI, Southeast Sulawesi: Rescue workers from the Pakue subdistrict have discovered 10 more bodies of people drowned when two boats sank in rough seas in Bone Bay, South Sulawesi, on Monday.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Results
Results CHIANG MAI, Thailand (AFP): Selected results after yesterday's events.ArcheryTeam women: 1. Indonesia 2. Malaysia 3. ThailandMen's team: 1. Indonesia 2. Thailand 3. PhilippinesBilliards and snookerEnglish billiards doubles: 1. Thailand 2. Malaysia 3. PhilippinesAthleticsHammer throw men: 1.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Astra, Pertamina set up taxi firm in East Timor
Astra, Pertamina set up taxi firm in East Timor JAKARTA (JP): PT Astra International and the state-owned oil company Pertamina signed an agreement here yesterday with an East Timor cooperative, which will operate a taxi business in the province.
Sat, 16 Dec 1995
Summit heralds united region
Summit heralds united regionBy Meidyatama Suryodiningrat BANGKOK (JP): In an unprecedented event, leaders of the 10 nations in the region gathered here yesterday to map out the beginnings of a united Southeast Asia.