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Wed, 17 Dec 1997
France wins world c'ships: Bermuda Bowl
France wins world c'ships: Bermuda BowlBy Djanwar Madjolelo JAKARTA (JP): Congratulations first to France which has achieved the great feat of being Olympiad and Bermuda Bowl Champions in consecutive years: 1996 and 1997.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Three students die in collision
Three students die in collision LHOKSEUMAWE, Aceh: Three high school students were killed in a collision between a bus and truck yesterday morning.Antara reported that the bus, which was carrying about 40 students, was believed to have been speeding when the accident occurred.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec. 16, 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 1,174,000 Alumindo Perkasa 250...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Pensioners protest failed payments
Pensioners protest failed payments MEDAN, North Sumatra: Hundreds of former employees of a state- owned plantation company here demonstrated at the provincial legislative council denouncing the company's failure to pay their pension for six years.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
No perks, no village chief
No perks, no village chief JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Home Affairs Moch. Yogie SM is concerned that fewer people will want to become village chiefs because the perks, such as the provision of free land, are no longer available.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Myanmar military pledges to stop future power grab
Myanmar military pledges to stop future power grab YANGON (Agencies): The Myanmar military government has vowed to develop the country so the nation's armed forces never need to seize power again, official media outlets said yesterday.Lt. Gen.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
No roll over for loans, Japan says
No roll over for loans, Japan says KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Japan told yesterday Southeast Asian nations that it could not help their troubled economies by forcing private banks to roll over loans, Philippine President Fidel Ramos said.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
PT Telkom wary over telephone line target
PT Telkom wary over telephone line target JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Telkom and its private partners will face difficulties in meeting the government's target to install eight million telephone lines in the current Sixth Five- Year Development Plan.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Asia unites in adversity
Asia unites in adversity KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Twelve Asian nations formed a sense of unity through adversity during a three-day summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's host Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said yesterday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
UN envoy to go to Myanmar
UN envoy to go to Myanmar KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan said here yesterday he would send a special envoy to Myanmar in January to meet officials of its ruling junta as well as opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Asian woes to affect Chinese exports
Asian woes to affect Chinese exports BEIJING (Reuters): Weaker currencies in Southeast Asia and rising trade friction are likely to dampen China's exports in 1998, Chinese Trade Minister Wu Yi was quoted on Tuesday as saying.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
28 caught without ID cards
28 caught without ID cards JAKARTA (JP): Central Jakarta Police have rounded up 28 people who were caught without their identification cards (KTP) during an operation at Senen market, an officer said yesterday.Second Lt.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Only radical reforms can end present crisis, says scholar
Only radical reforms can end present crisis, says scholar JAKARTA (JP): Political scholar Nurcholish Madjid said yesterday the nation must be willing to engage in radical political and economic reforms if it is to lift itself from the monetary crisis.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
China faces up to ASEAN facts
China faces up to ASEAN facts There is no mistaking the atmosphere of gloom at this ASEAN meeting. It is likely that the participants at this ASEAN summit will work out some program for mutual assistance. How effective this will be remains to be seen.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Enron seeks to revive US$525m power project
Enron seeks to revive US$525m power project JAKARTA (JP): Enron International, a major American energy company, is seeking to revive its US$525 million power project in East Java which the government postponed in September as part of spending cuts forced by the currency crisis.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
PPP opts to wait and see on presidential candidate
PPP opts to wait and see on presidential candidate JAKARTA (JP): Despite prolonged debate, the United Development Party (PPP) failed to agree yesterday on its presidential candidate and deferred the job of announcing the name to chairman Ismail Hasan Metareum.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
S&P puts some Indonesian banks under review
S&P puts some Indonesian banks under review HONG KONG (AFP): U.S. ratings agency Standard and Poor's yesterday put four Indonesian banks under review for a possible downgrade of their credit rating, citing concerns the country's banking system was deteriorating.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Most discotheques, cafes ignore rules
Most discotheques, cafes ignore rules JAKARTA (JP): Most cafes and discotheques in Jakarta have failed to win an Excellence in Tourism award because they constantly breach regulations, an official said yesterday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Businessman may get 4 years for stealing designer watches
Businessman may get 4 years for stealing designer watches JAKARTA (JP): A prosecutor asked Central Jakarta District Court yesterday to sentence a businessman to four years in jail for allegedly masterminding the theft of watches worth Rp 3.9 billion (US$678.60).Prosecutor Y.W.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Assembly may drop draft on human rights charter
Assembly may drop draft on human rights charter JAKARTA (JP): The People's Consultative Assembly came closer yesterday to reaching a decision to reject motions for human rights protection sponsored by minority factions.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Investment funds of Jamsostek 'mismanaged'
Investment funds of Jamsostek 'mismanaged' JAKARTA (JP): The returns on investment by state-owned social insurance company PT Jamsostek are still below average as most investments are mismanaged, according to the Econit Advisory Group.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
RI's youth suffer from crisis of values
RI's youth suffer from crisis of values JAKARTA (JP): Researchers say young Indonesians today suffer from anomie. They do not know right from wrong.Rusydi Syahra, a senior researcher at the National Institute of Sciences, told a seminar on youth here yesterday that many young people committed...
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Thai cabinet cut their pay
Thai cabinet cut their pay BANGKOK (DPA): The Thai cabinet pushed through a 20 percent cut in monthly salaries for government ministers and legislators as an austerity measure, a senior minister said yesterday.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Bangkok subway deal signed
Bangkok subway deal signed BANGKOK (AFP): Thai authorities have appointed a foreign-led consortium to oversee the building of a long-awaited subway system, a report said yesterday.Bangkok's Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) signed a 1.28 billion baht (US$26.
Wed, 17 Dec 1997
Labor insurance
Labor insuranceFrom KompasAs a member of the Astek/Jamsostek (labor insurance) program, I would like a clear explanation of a number of things. According to articles six and 25 of Law No. 3 of 1992, the objective of the collection of labor insurance funds is to enhance the welfare of Indonesian...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Tourism plan for Serangan may have environmental cost
Tourism plan for Serangan may have environmental costBy Putu Wirata DENPASAR (JP): Close on the heels of controversies surrounding giant sculptures and a tourist project in Tanah Lot, development plans for Serangan Island, a 10-minute motor boat ride from Benoa port in Bali, have raised another...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Fossil found in Central Java
Fossil found in Central Java BOJONEGORO, Central Java: A 27-year-old from Drajat village, in Bojonegoro, has found fossilized bones he believes may be of a prehistoric animal while digging in a paddy field.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Monetary crisis
Monetary crisisFrom MerdekaThe monetary crisis experienced by Indonesia is different from that experienced by other countries. Indonesia's monetary crisis did not strike suddenly but was caused by some factors relating to government policies that were introduced as far back as 1970.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
ASEAN frees up tourism, other service sectors
ASEAN frees up tourism, other service sectors KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Trade ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) signed documents here yesterday implementing an agreement to open up the regional services market, starting with the tourism industry.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
ASEAN: What next for business?
ASEAN: What next for business?By Sofjan Wanandi This article is based on a paper presented at the Private Sector Salute to ASEAN's session in Kuala Lumpur yesterday. KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN at 30 is an exciting prospect. As an association, a grouping of Southeast Asian nations, it has grown and matured.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
ASEAN vision
ASEAN vision The informal summit marking the 30th anniversary of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) which winds up in Kuala Lumpur today is a historic milestone for the regional group. It is a time not only to look back at its achievements -- which are plenty -- but an opportunity...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Tirtamas to give IT services
Tirtamas to give IT services JAKARTA (JP): The widely diversified Tirtamas Group yesterday launched PT Infomas Sistama, a company to provide information technology services to local firms.The group's chairman, Hashim Djojohadikusumo, said at the launching that the company's range of services would...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Govt to help export companies
Govt to help export companies JAKARTA (JP): The government has decided to allocate Rp 3 billion (US$600,000) in cheap loans to help export-oriented small and medium companies and cooperatives.The credit scheme, offered by state-owned social security firm PT Jamsostek, started on Dec.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Many people detect cancer late
Many people detect cancer late JAKARTA (JP): A medical expert urged people to have regular checkups for the early detection and treatment of cancer.Director of Dharmais Cancer Hospital, Riwayat S, said here yesterday most people visit the hospital only to find that their cancer has already entered...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Forest fires cause Rp 132b in losses
Forest fires cause Rp 132b in losses JAKARTA (JP): Forest fires have destroyed more than 165,000 hectares of forest in the country this year, causing an estimated loss of Rp 132 billion (US$26.4 million), Minister of Forestry Djamaludin Suryohadikusumo said yesterday.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Thailand warns of make-up dangers
Thailand warns of make-up dangers BANGKOK (AFP): Thai authorities have warned that certain brands of cheap cosmetics sold in markets and grocery stores could contain mercury and cause kidney failure or even death, the Bangkok Post reported yesterday.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
ASEAN orders study to conserve foreign exchange
ASEAN orders study to conserve foreign exchange KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Southeast Asian leaders yesterday ordered a study into a possible regional payments system that would help member states conserve foreign exchange and protect against a financial crisis.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
China to talk financial cooperation with ASEAN
China to talk financial cooperation with ASEAN KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): China, which has long declared itself immune to the Asian financial crisis, reversed its position yesterday and signaled it was now ready to play a greater role in helping end the turmoil.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Vendors clash with officers at Senen market
Vendors clash with officers at Senen market JAKARTA (JP): Dozens of sidewalk vendors operating in Senen market in Central Jakarta clashed yesterday with public order officers, who were assigned to reorganize the market.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec. 15, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ------------------------------------------------------ Ades Alfindo 650 0 0 AHAP Insurance 400 -225 500 Alter Abadi 400 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 175 0 965,000 Alumindo Perkasa...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Pakistan sink archfoe India in Champions Trophy
Pakistan sink archfoe India in Champions Trophy SHARJAH (Reuters): Opener Saeed Anwar hit 104 off 128 balls to lead Pakistan to a four-wicket victory over India Sunday in the Champions Trophy.Set 240 to win by India, Pakistan hit 243 for six in 47.2 of the allotted 50 overs.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Human rights
Human rightsFrom JayakartaMany circles, including in the government, are still reluctant to commit themselves to upholding universal human rights, under the grounds that the universal human rights concept is biased and oriented toward Western liberalism.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:00 p.m. News: Berita 14 2:30 My Country 2:35 TV Series: The Big Valley 3:10 Teenager's Program: Remaja Indonesia 3:35 Music: Pop Songs 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Science and Technology 5:00 English Lessons 5:30 Documentary Film 6:05 Nusantara, The Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program...
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
China considers aid to RI
China considers aid to RI KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Chinese Foreign Minister Qian Qichen said yesterday that China was still considering financial assistance to Indonesia following similar aid extended to Thailand.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Govt to create labor intensive job program
Govt to create labor intensive job program JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto has ordered the provision of labor intensive projects, especially in Jakarta and Surabaya, to enable unskilled workers to earn an income in the lead up to Christmas, New Year and the Islamic fasting month Ramadhan.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Painting Exhibition: 7 Gradasi, by Basuki Rahardjo, IPP Yasa, Jean Marcia T, Mary Rumawas, Sony Marsono, Soetarjo and Widarto, at the Lobby, Hotel Indonesia, Jl. MH Thamrin, Central Jakarta, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., until Dec. 20.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
A realistic state budget
A realistic state budget Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono has appealed to everyone in business, government and the media to exercise restraint and not to exaggerate controversial issues in order to boost people's confidence in the rupiah.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
PPP executives talk on Soeharto's renomination
PPP executives talk on Soeharto's renomination JAKARTA (JP): Unsettled debates forced executives of the United Development Party (PPP) yesterday to extend by another day their deliberation on candidates for president and vice president.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Growth in manufacturing sector expected to drop
Growth in manufacturing sector expected to drop JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's manufacturing sector will grow only by about 7 percent this year, far lower than 11 percent in 1996, partly due to the impact of the ongoing monetary crisis, says an economist.
Tue, 16 Dec 1997
Expatriates reluctant to buy RI property
Expatriates reluctant to buy RI property JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Agrarian Affairs/Chairman of the National Land Agency Soni Harsono said yesterday the government needed to improve its property regulations to encourage foreigners to buy property in the country.