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Fri, 23 Dec 2005
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;JP;CD; ANPAv..r.. Photo- Photo caption JP/Courtesy of Agrokom Public RelationsPhoto captionCathay Pacific chief executive Philip Chen (right) and PT Jasa Angkasa Semesta (JAS) president and chief executive Diono Nurjadin (left) cut a traditional serving of cone-shaped rice to mark the reopening of...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/ /tni
JP/ /tniWar on terror benefits only TNI, or the nation?Tiarma Siboro The Jakarta Post/JakartaDespite the precious little progress the Indonesian Military (TNI) has achieved in the area of internal reform, it has does have something to be proud this year: the lifting of the arms embargo by the...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/yearend/PAPUA
JP/yearend/PAPUASpecial autonomy implementation in Papua treading water A'an Suryana The Jakarta Post/JakartaFour years after special autonomy legislation came into effect in Papua, it has been called a failure for not living up to the expectations of the people.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
The only way is up after sad SEA Games showing
The only way is up after sad SEA Games showingBruce Emond The Jakarta Post/Jakarta National sports received a much-needed boost this year when, after eight years of languishing in the legislature, the bill on sports was finally passed into law in September.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Abuse victims reluctant to speak out
Abuse victims reluctant to speak outID Nugroho, The Jakarta Post, SurabayaHer answers are barely audible and her eyes cast down at the floor as she holds tightly to the arms of her chair."I realized that I had been deceived for much of my married life," Ratna Hastuti (not her real name), 45, from...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Wynne helps RI women court triumph in Angie's absence
Wynne helps RI women court triumph in Angie's absenceBruce Emond The Jakarta Post/Jakarta With national number one women's player Angelique "Angie" Widjaja waylaid by injury for the whole year, no great shakes were expected from the country's tennis scene.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Islamic economy the only way
Islamic economy the only wayFrom Media IndonesiaThe recent Cabinet changes have generally received a positive response, particularly the from markets. According to economic observer Revrisond Baswir, the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank and multinational companies remain the most...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Golkar backs Ibo for Papua election
Golkar backs Ibo for Papua election JAYAPURA, Papua: The Golkar Party has officially nominated Jhon Ibo as its candidate for Papua governor to replace Jacobus Perviddya Solossa who died of a heart attack late on Monday.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Japan, ADB commit $470m for infrastructure
Japan, ADB commit $470m for infrastructureThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Japanese government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have separately committed additional loans totaling US$470 million to help Indonesia improve its infrastructure.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Mangrove trees planted in Angke
Mangrove trees planted in Angke JAKARTA: Minister of Forestry M.S. Kaban urged every city in the country, including Jakarta, to develop their city forests and make the forests an integral part of their respective city master plans.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
UOB raises stake in Bank Buana
UOB raises stake in Bank Buana SINGAPORE: United Overseas Bank Ltd. (UOB) said on Wednesday its stake in Bank Buana Indonesia had risen to 61.1 percent from 53 percent following a tender offer for shares in the Indonesian lender.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/18/BRIEF
JP/18/BRIEF 'Walkin' the dog' at the Hard Rock KUTA: The Hard Rock Hotel Bali is "Walkin' The Dog" these days when it comes to security. With ever increasing importance being placed on security and safety, Hard Rock Hotel Bali has enlisted three new canine additions to its security team -- Lassie,...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/YZATNI2/
JP/YZATNI2/Gas-guzzlers and variable engine displacementZatni Arbi Contributor/JakartaThis year we saw a new era emerge in the automotive industry. We began the year with engines getting larger and larger. People flocked to dealers to check out the latest SUVs.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/Y/ZATNI1
JP/Y/ZATNI1IT in 2005: From the tsunami to germ-free handsetsZatni Arbi Contributor/JakartaWe did not start 2005 on a high note. The tsunami that hit several Asian coastal areas including Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam left us in deep mourning.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Pakistan to host women's cricket cup
Pakistan to host women's cricket cup KARACHI: Pakistan will host the second edition of the women's Asia Cup amid growing female interest in cricket, South Asia's most popular sport, a top official said on Thursday.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/Y/FILML
JP/Y/FILMLMany local films released, but has quality improved?Lisabona Rahman and Paul F. Agusta Contributors/JakartaIndonesian cinema saw an eventful year in 2005, with more than 50 titles either released or produced, making it the most prolific year in Indonesia's film history in almost a decade.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, December 24, 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, December 24, 2005Exhibitions* Painting and lithograph by Ken Pattern at Galeri Hadiprana Jl Kemang Raya # 30 South Jakarta (Tel 7194715), Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., until Dec.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Australia racist, what about you?
Australia racist, what about you? I am referring to the article by Farish A. Noor published in The Jakarta Post on Dec. 16 titled Disturbances in Australia: Introspection now required.It is always amusing to read how intellectuals of, for instance Malaysia, like to accuse western countries like...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Bank Sumut opens Jakarta branch
Bank Sumut opens Jakarta branch JAKARTA: In an effort to attract more customers and serve a wider community, Bank Sumut, formerly known as North Sumatra Development Bank, opened its first Jakarta branch in Senen, Central Jakarta on Thursday.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
2005: A year of no clean air to breath
2005: A year of no clean air to breath Tb. Arie Rukmantara The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Indonesians in many parts of the country were still unable to enjoy clean air this year due to chronic pollution. Choking haze from the annual forest fires in Sumatra earlier this year covered most of the region's...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Careful policy mix is critical now
Careful policy mix is critical nowKahlil Rowter Jakarta Without doubt 2005 was a turbulent year. The rupiah and gross domestic product (GDP) growth fell substantially while inflation and interest rates rose dramatically.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
IKIP PGRI Semarang hosts theater festival
IKIP PGRI Semarang hosts theater festivalSEMARANG: A four-day theater festival was held at IKIP PGRI Semarang's auditorium on Jl. Lontar from Monday to Thursday under the title of Panggung Perjamuan.Four theater groups participated in the festival that was organized by Teater Gema IKIP PGRI...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/YZATNI2/
JP/YZATNI2/Gas-guzzlers and variable engine displacementZatni Arbi Contributor/JakartaThis year we saw a new era emerge in the automotive industry. We began the year with engines getting larger and larger. People flocked to dealers to check out the latest SUVs.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Titan confirms Peni purchase
Titan confirms Peni purchase KUALA LUMPUR: Titan Chemicals Corp.'s 100 percent owned Titan Petchem (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. unit will buy all of Indonesian polyethylene producer PT Petrokimia Nusantara Interindo (Peni), Bernama news agency said on Thursday.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
2006 as the year of economic consolidation
2006 as the year of economic consolidationDavid E. Sumual Jakarta Next year's economic difficulties are already becoming apparent. Early indications of the Indonesian economy losing its momentum are seen in slower-than-expected gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the last two quarters as exports...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Selected filmography
Selected filmographyBorn in Aceh (2003, in cooperation with Tifa Foundation)Bade Tan Reuda (2003, in cooperaton with TiFa Foundation) Songs from the Heart (2003) 2.5 Billion Dollars for the State (2002, in cooperation with Indonesian Migrants Workers' Union)Mass Grave (2002)Upeti untuk Punggawa,...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
General 'arrested' over bribery case
General 'arrested' over bribery caseEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaFormer National Police chief of detectives Comr. Gen. Suyitno Landung was detained on Thursday night for abuse of power during his investigation of a lending scam at state Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) in 2003, sources...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Kalla wants lawmakers punished
Kalla wants lawmakers punished JAKARTA: Golkar Party chairman and Vice President Jusuf Kalla said he wants his party's faction in the House of Representatives to decide whether to punish four of its legislators who joined a much-criticized visit to Egypt.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Fatal collapse of mosque tower investigated amid land dispute
Fatal collapse of mosque tower investigated amid land disputeDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaCity police are investigating the collapse of a mosque tower in North Jakarta that killed four workers on Wednesday.North Jakarta Police chief Sr. Comr.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Attracting foreign investment requires substance in policy reform
Attracting foreign investment requires substance in policy reformDan Kingsley Jakarta The Indonesian economy, following the adoption of a tightening monetary stance by Bank Indonesia in mid-August and strengthening inflation due to the recent fuel price increase, has shown declining economic growth...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Timor Leste's past: Let it be or bare it all?
Timor Leste's past: Let it be or bare it all? John McBeth The Straits Times Asia News Network/Singapore It was five years ago. Sitting at the kitchen table in a small, nondescript house on Dili's sun-baked foreshore, the soon- to-be president of Timor Leste was talking about the future.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Ex actress convicted of maid abuse
Ex actress convicted of maid abuse SINGAPORE: A former Singapore television actress has been convicted of physically abusing her Indonesian maid with needles and a high-heeled shoe, The Straits Times reported on Thursday.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Where to go in Semarang: Friday, December 23, 2005
Where to go in Semarang: Friday, December 23, 2005 Museums* Museum Rekor Indonesia (Indonesia Museum of Records) at Jl Setiabudi 179, open daily at 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. * Jamu Nyonya Meneer Museum at Jl. Kaligawe, open on Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. * Rongowarsito Museum of History at Jl.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/4/year
JP/4/yearEva C. Komandjaja The Jakarta Post/JakartaAlthough the police institution in the country remains a target of public criticism, mainly over the lack of professionalism and skill, it does deserve some praise for the efforts in combating terrorism and curbing illegal drug distribution in the...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Prospects for 2006
Prospects for 2006Jusuf Wanandi Jakarta I was not a supporter of Susilo Bamang Yudhoyono (SBY) during the presidential election campaign, because I thought that he would not be a decisive leader. However, now I have to admit, that while not a perfect and decisive leader, he has shown more...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP//SBY
JP//SBYCabinet reshuffle caps year of silent rivalry Dwi Atmanta The Jakarta Post/JakartaPresident Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's face stiffened prior to announcing the first Cabinet reshuffle that night of Dec. 5.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Sixty years after independence, Indonesia is still struggling to
Sixty years after independence, Indonesia is still struggling to provide primary and secondary educations for its school-age children, lagging far behind other neighboring countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Batak generals and development in North Sumatra
Batak generals and development in North Sumatra The way three Batak Army generals have chosen to help develop their homeland in Tapanuli, especially in training human resources, is quite exemplary, whatever their real motives may be.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Jakarta nightlife to be on silver screen
Jakarta nightlife to be on silver screenJAKARTA: Jakarta night prowlers take note! A local film company is currently in the production stage of a film based on the hottest-selling book Jakarta Undercover: Sex `n the City, a non- fiction work that details Jakartans' debauched nightlife.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
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Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Ex-speaker sentenced for graft
Ex-speaker sentenced for graftSuherdjoko, The Jakarta Post, SemarangFormer Central Java council speaker Mardijo has been sentenced by Semarang District Court to one year in prison and two years' probation for his involvement in the embezzlement of Rp 14.8 billion (US$1.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Direct regional elections provide a taste of democracy
Direct regional elections provide a taste of democracy Stevie Emilia The Jakarta Post/JakartaFor decades, the idea of direct regional elections for local leaders was unthinkable. But things change and Indonesia embraced direct regional elections in 2005, which promises to deepen and...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
UN bodies build 200 houses in Aceh
UN bodies build 200 houses in AcehJAKARTA/BANDA ACEH: The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) and the UN Development Programme (UNDP) handed over 200 newly built houses to tsunami-affected families in the fishing village of Peurade in Pidie district, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam,...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Del a jewel in Toba Samosir
Del a jewel in Toba SamosirKornelius Purba, The Jakarta Post, Laguboti, North Sumatra The readiness of President Gen. (ret.) Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to address an international symposium organized by Del Polytechnic of Informatics in a remote area sparked the curiosity of people in the newly...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
LSF facing criticism for film poster ban
LSF facing criticism for film poster banHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDirector Rudi Soedjarwo was furious, but nervous at the same time. The Film Censorship Board (LSF) recently ordered the withdrawal of the poster for Rudy's upcoming film Sembilan Naga (Nine Dragons) before it had even been...
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
28 clubs set for soccer league
28 clubs set for soccer league JAKARTA: Twenty-eight clubs from two zones will compete in the 2006 Indonesian League which kicks off on Jan. 14, the organizers announced on Thursday.The league -- with main sponsor Djarum providing Rp 35 billion (US$3.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Illegal logging: Where do we go from here?
Illegal logging: Where do we go from here? Illegal logging sees no slowing down Stevie Emilia The Jakarta Post/Jakarta When the world's biggest timber smuggling operation from Papua to China was exposed this year, it marked a turning point in the fight against illegal logging in the country.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
TV Today: Friday, December 23, 2005
TV Today: Friday, December 23, 2005 .TB.30" .90"TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Koran Recital6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon7:30 Talk Show: Kiat Sehat8:30 Music9:30 Psychology10:30 Religious Teachings11:00 News: Berita Nusantara1:00 p.m.
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
1. CURTAIN: 2 X 20
1. CURTAIN: 2 X 20 Susilo to attend tsunami commemoration in Aceh 2. FISH: 1 X 56 Fisheries face tough challenges a year after tsunami 3. CHILD: 1 X 27 Aceh children remain afraid
Fri, 23 Dec 2005
JP/ /GRAFT
JP/ /GRAFTMixed results in anticorruption driveReiner S. The Jakarta Post/Jakarta A massive clean-up of the country, seen by most Indonesians as deeply corrupt after decades of authoritarian rule, has become a top priority of the country's first directly elected president.