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Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Forest fires a costly lesson: Try
Forest fires a costly lesson: Try KARANG JOANG, East Kalimantan (JP): Vice President Try Sutrisno said yesterday the outbreak of forest fires this year is too costly a lesson that should not be repeated.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Clove trade's monopoly still needed, Hutomo says
Clove trade's monopoly still needed, Hutomo says JAKARTA (JP): Clove Marketing and Buffer Stock Agency (BPPC) chairman Hutomo Mandala Putra said yesterday that the agency's clove trading monopoly was still needed to protect farmers' interests.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Photo Exhibition: Kilas Balik 97, at Galeri Foto Jurnalistik Antara, Jl. Antara No. 59 Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta, daily except Monday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., until Jan. 14. Talks with photographer, 2 p.m., on Dec. 20.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
I'm not ready for VP position: Hardiyanti
I'm not ready for VP position: Hardiyanti JAKARTA (JP): Siti Hardiyanti Rukmana threw in the towel in the race for the vice presidency yesterday, saying she was not capable of carrying out the second top position.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Three die in diarrhea outbreak
Three die in diarrhea outbreak TANGERANG (JP): A diarrhea outbreak in Solear subdistrict, Cisoka in Tangerang, has killed three people and hospitalized 37 others, an official said yesterday.Mas Iman K, head of the Tangerang social service agency, said that the dead victims were identified as...
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Concrete measures awaited
Concrete measures awaited People are now waiting for concrete measures to be taken by the government, as promised by Finance Minister Mar'ie Muhammad after his recent "road show" to the United States. The fulfillment of this promise is of the greatest strategic importance amid our efforts to...
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec. 17, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo 650 0 0 AHAP Insurance 400 0 0 Alter Abadi 400 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 175 0 1,858,000 Alumindo...
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
IDB to support Indonesian stock markets
IDB to support Indonesian stock markets JAKARTA (JP): The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) and commercial banks from some Islamic countries have committed to support Indonesia's stock markets by picking up some undervalued, but quality stocks.IDB portfolio director B.M.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Australian aid for Irian Jaya
Australian aid for Irian Jaya JAYAPURA, Irian Jaya: Two twin otter planes have been assigned by the Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) office in Australia to assist in the airdrop of food supplies to drought-stricken areas in Jayawijaya district.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Where to go in Bandung:
Where to go in Bandung:Music and Entertainment * Santika Hotel, Jl. Sumatera No. 52-54, Bandung: - Pandanwangi Restaurant: Organist and Singer, Evan and Yanti, Monday, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Batarade (Latin Music), Tuesday, Friday, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., Evan (Organist) and Tine (Singer), Wednesday, 7 p.m.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
PT KPC to go ahead with IPO next year
PT KPC to go ahead with IPO next year JAKARTA (JP): Coal mining company PT Kaltim Prima Coal (KPC), based in East Kalimantan, plans to float its shares on the Jakarta Stock Exchange in March, the company said yesterday.Company assistant to managing director Hadi S.
Thu, 18 Dec 1997
Rupiah's fall 'no longer economic fundamentals sign'
Rupiah's fall 'no longer economic fundamentals sign' JAKARTA (JP): The sharp drop in the rupiah against the U.S. dollar in the last three months did not reflect the country's economic fundamentals any more, according to an economist.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Try Sutrisno appeases confusion over politics
Try Sutrisno appeases confusion over politics JAKARTA (JP): Vice President Try Sutrisno has called on Indonesian people, especially youth, not to be confused about the current political situation.The vice president urged young people not to be influenced by certain groups' attempts to disturb...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Hashimoto says U.S. presence in Asia required
Hashimoto says U.S. presence in Asia required KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Japanese Prime Minister Ryutaro Hashimoto told ASEAN leaders yesterday that the presence of American troops in Asia and closer ties with China were crucial to promoting regional security.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Bumbu's seasoning spices up eclectic decor
Bumbu's seasoning spices up eclectic decor "Where does one get a good, reasonably priced Indonesian meal?" friends visiting the city recently asked me.An expansive wave in the direction of my local roadside food stall would not have sufficed, even though the food-loving mother-of-three who runs it...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
RI buys Indian rice know-how
RI buys Indian rice know-how NEW DELHI (DPA): Indian-made technology to produce particle boards from rice husks rather than wood chips will soon be adopted in Indonesia under a licensing deal signed yesterday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Extra buses ready for Idul Fitri
Extra buses ready for Idul Fitri SEMARANG, Central Java: The land transportation office has prepared 24,815 buses for the Idul Fitri and New Year exodus, an official said here Monday."In addition to the buses prepared, an extra 188 buses will be operated during Idul Fitri," Rasiswo said.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Sahid International, Park Plaza forms alliance
Sahid International, Park Plaza forms alliance JAKARTA (JP): Sahid International Hotel Management and Consultant will form an alliance with Park Plaza International (PPI) Asia Pacific Pty Ltd to jointly tap the growing hotel industry in the region.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Asia braces for unrest as turmoil spreads
Asia braces for unrest as turmoil spreadsBy Sarah Davison HONG KONG (Reuters): Asia's economic turmoil is threatening to spill over from the financial markets to the streets, with many analysts predicting outbreaks of violence and nationalism as the crisis intensifies.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
ASEAN, Japan reaffirm commitment to IMF bailout
ASEAN, Japan reaffirm commitment to IMF bailout KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Leaders of the nine ASEAN nations and Japan yesterday reaffirmed their support for IMF bailout schemes and called for swift implementation of the Manila framework to restore regional financial stability.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
UN vows to accelerate E. Timor settlement
UN vows to accelerate E. Timor settlement JAKARTA (JP): United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan pledged yesterday to accelerate his efforts to help Indonesia and Portugal settle the East Timor issue.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Four teenagers die in fire
Four teenagers die in fire SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: Four teenagers burned to death when they failed to escape a fire that razed at least 70 houses in Tanjung Redep district, Berau regency, East Kalimantan province last Sunday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Attorney General vows to probe officials' conduct
Attorney General vows to probe officials' conduct JAKARTA (JP): Attorney General Singgih announced yesterday that a team of investigators would probe the alleged role of employees from the Jakarta Provincial Prosecutor's Office in influencing witnesses' testimonies.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Foreigners fathered RI's graft
Foreigners fathered RI's graftBy Donna K. Woodward MEDAN (JP): Indonesia is a country often at the top of the world's lists of the most corrupt countries. Why?Is Indonesian culture innately and inevitably corrupt?Contrary to this popular but superficial view, corruption is not an endemic part of...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Naval parade in Surabaya
Naval parade in Surabaya SURABAYA, East Java: To celebrate its 52nd anniversary, the Indonesian Navy held a big parade here Sunday.Some 5,224 personnel participated in the parade which also featured models of battleships and the Jalesveva Jayamahe Monument.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Whence come rumors?
Whence come rumors? Public concern about the health of President Soeharto has apparently been exploited by some people to instill fear into the financial markets, leading to the renewed free-fall of the rupiah these past few days.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:00 p.m. News: Berita 14 2:30 My Country 2:35 TV Series: Big Brother Jake 3:10 Indonesian Children 3:35 Talk Show: Kotak Pos 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Education Quiz: Cepat Tepat 5:10 TV Series: Road to Avonlea 5:55 Music 6:00 News: Lintasan Berita 6:05 Nusantara, The Beloved Country...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Ajib to fight Thai in WBF title defense
Ajib to fight Thai in WBF title defense JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian World Boxing Federation (WBF) welterweight junior titleholder Ajib Albarado is ready to defend his title in today's bout against Thailand's Umnard Sukhthai at the Indosiar building.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
House does not need code of ethics
House does not need code of ethics Following bribery allegations of some members of the House of Representatives (DPR), leaders of all four factions of the House have approved a plan to set up an ethics code for legislators.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Food shortage requires urgent action: Megawati
Food shortage requires urgent action: Megawati JAKARTA (JP): Megawati Soekarnoputri warned the government yesterday that while the economic crisis can be cured in the long-term, the problem of hunger is urgent and should be dealt with immediately.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Bank channel loans to small enterprises
Bank channel loans to small enterprises JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia, the central bank, said yesterday that subsidized loans for small- and medium-scaled enterprises had been made available through state banks and Bank Bukopin since early this month.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Rupiah strengthens, stocks gain
Rupiah strengthens, stocks gain JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia gave a push to the rupiah yesterday, which slipped to a record low of 6,000 against the U.S. dollar, while local stock prices gained ground, currency dealers and stockbrokers said.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Conversion rates
Conversion rates Jakarta (JP): Bank Ekspor Impor Indonesia's (Bank Exim) conversion rates on Dec. 16, 1997: Buying Selling Rp Rp U.S dollar 5,200.00 5,800.00Austrian shilling 403.80 466.60Australian dollar 3,386.30 3,656.80Belgian franc 142.70 153.30Canadian dollar 3,686.80 3,952.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Expert warns of Mt. Merapi lahar
Expert warns of Mt. Merapi lahar SEMARANG, Central Java: The large lahar dome on the peak of Mount Merapi has begun to crack and poses a real threat as the region enters the rainy season, according to a volcanology official.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto A: JournalBorobudur Inter-Continental JakartaDIPLOMATIC DO: Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas meets general manager of the Borobudur Inter-Continental Jakarta, Michael Tuorniare (right) at the launching of Duta, the Indonesian Journal of World Affairs.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Cathay to defer new plane purchases
Cathay to defer new plane purchases HONG KONG (AFP): Cathay Pacific Airways is to defer options on new aircraft because of the slump in regional tourism caused by Asia's financial crisis, a company spokeswoman said yesterday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
S'poreans jailed for smuggling pills
S'poreans jailed for smuggling pills TANGERANG (JP): The local district court here sentenced two Singaporeans to four years in jail each for attempting to smuggle thousands of Ecstasy pills into the country late last year.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Pelabuhan Ratu puts best face on for cultural festival
Pelabuhan Ratu puts best face on for cultural festival JAKARTA (JP): Preparations are underway for a special week of festivities at the Pelabuhan Ratu coastal area in West Java.Locals have started sprucing up the district as they ready to host the first Palabuhan Ratu Festival, to open this...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
RI gymnasts up for SEAGCON
RI gymnasts up for SEAGCON JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Gymnastics Association will send nine gymnasts to the fourth Southeast Asian Games Confederation (SEAGCON) junior gymnastics championships in Kuala Lumpur from Dec. 17 to Dec. 22.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Unicef officer tells govt to maintain food supply
Unicef officer tells govt to maintain food supply JAKARTA (JP): A Unicef officer appealed to the government yesterday to issue a special policy to enable households, particularly those still living in poverty, to maintain their food supply during the economic crisis.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Debt-ridden Asian corporates fight to cut losses
Debt-ridden Asian corporates fight to cut losses SINGAPORE (AFP): Asian corporates buried under a mountain of U.S. dollar-denominated debt are unwittingly pulling down their own currencies as they race to repay their ballooning loans by year-end, analysts said Tuesday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Gas field found in Fak-fak
Gas field found in Fak-fak SORONG, Irian Jaya: A huge natural gas field, believed to be the biggest in Indonesia, has been found in Bomberai village, Fak-fak, Irian Jaya.The field was the first to be discovered in Fak-fak by PT ARCO, a contractor of state oil and gas company Pertamina, since it...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Military braces for massive layoffs
Military braces for massive layoffs SURABAYA (JP): The East Java military is bracing itself for large scale demonstrations in anticipation of the expected 6,000 layoffs likely to occur in January.Maj. Gen.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Planting rice in Irian?
Planting rice in Irian?From RepublikaI have been wondering how the Indonesian Science Institute (LIPI) could have come up with the "brilliant idea" of teaching the Irian Jaya population to plant rice, as reported by one of Jakarta's newspapers. This is really disheartening.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Wild boar scares S'pore ferry staff
Wild boar scares S'pore ferry staff SINGAPORE (DPA): Passengers were evacuated from a Singapore ferry terminal after a wild boar wandered into the area, news reports said yesterday.The 60-centimeter long animal was spotted early Monday in the shrubbery at Changi Ferry Terminal, which operates a...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Travel industry warned of rates
Travel industry warned of rates JAKARTA (JP): A senior tourism executive has warned Indonesia's travel industry and related businesses to set realistic prices to survive global tourism competition.Managing director of the Indonesian Tourism Promotion Board, Wuryastuti Sunario, told The Jakarta Post...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Medco raises output of Sumatra oil field
Medco raises output of Sumatra oil field JAKARTA (JP): Oil company PT Exspan Kalimantan, a subsidiary of Medco Energi Corp, has increased the output of the Kaji Semoga oil field in South Sumatra by 7,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 10,000 bpd."The development of the oil field is continuing.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Photo Exhibition: Kilas Balik 97, at Galeri Foto Jurnalistik Antara, Jl. Antara No. 59 Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta, daily except Monday, 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Dec. 17 through Jan. 14. Followed by discussions with photographer and public, at 2 p.m., Dec. 20.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Medical check-ups from military
Medical check-ups from military JAKARTA (JP): More than 1,700 Tambora residents in West Jakarta received free medical check-ups yesterday from the Jakarta Military Command in a public-service activity to commemorate its 42nd anniversary this year.Commander Maj. Gen.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Regent threatens karaoke bars
Regent threatens karaoke bars PALANGKARAYA, Central Kalimantan: Kotawaringin Timur Regent Didik Salmijardi has threatened to burn down karaoke bars which continued operations without permits, Antara reported yesterday.