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Wed, 29 Dec 2004
JP/5/KAKAK
JP/5/KAKAKWhite cockatoo population dwindlingIndra Harsaputra, The Jakarta Post/Surabaya The population of White Cockatoo (Cacatua alba) in North Maluku is dwindling due to uncontrolled poaching. More than 500 of them are traded in Jakarta and other places annually, say an environmental group.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Another council faces graft probe
Another council faces graft probe PURWOKERTO, Central Java: All 45 members of the previous Banyumas legislative council will face an investigation into their alleged role in a Rp 5 billion (US$555,555) corruption case, police said on Tuesday.Banyumas Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Indonesian economics: Old habits die hard
Indonesian economics: Old habits die hardSatish MishraHead/Chief Adviser of UNSFIR (UNSFIR is a joint project between the government of Indonesia and the United Nations Development Program)Wherever you look -- in national daily newspapers, in academic journals, at ministerial seminars, at...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Aceh inmates flee prison to save their lives
Aceh inmates flee prison to save their livesEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The government said on Tuesday hundreds of inmates serving time in prisons in tsunami-ravaged Aceh had fled prison to save their lives during the disaster, which killed thousands of people.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Bantarto Bandoro, Jakarta
Bantarto Bandoro, JakartaIt is no secret that foreign policy issues have always been external to the mainstream agenda of our national policy, particularly when Indonesia is bogged down by a series of domestic problems while in the midst of becoming a more stable and democratic country.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Reuters/Beawiharta
Reuters/BeawihartaCAPT BReutersCAPT CReutersCAPT DAntaraCAPT EReuters/BeawihartaCAPT FAP/Stephen WaltonCAPT GAP/Antonio Calanni
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
(An Introduction to the Special Edition of JP)
(An Introduction to the Special Edition of JP) Political Developments in 2004, Expectations for 2005Jusuf WanandiIt has been a tradition for The Jakarta Post in the last few years to produce a special edition on developments in the various fields of life during the outgoing year and a projection on...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
'I wouldn't be surprised of all prices rise steeply'
'I wouldn't be surprised of all prices rise steeply'More and more people have launched protests against the government's plan to increase gasoline and kerosene prices in the first quarter of next year. Last week, the government increased the prices of liquefied petroleum gas and high octane fuels.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Migrant Acehnese in anguish over uncertainty
Migrant Acehnese in anguish over uncertaintyThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Yogyakarta/Bandung "I haven't heard from my family. They live in Lhoong district along Aceh's eastern coast, which is isolated because transportation access was cut off," said Andri Gunawan on Tuesday.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Public eagerly give donations to tsunami victims
Public eagerly give donations to tsunami victimsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Shocked and grieved by the massive devastation and loss of life wrought by the earthquake and tsunamis that hit Aceh and North Sumatra, Indonesians have turned out in droves to donate money to aid agencies.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Korean Air, Asiana halt Phuket route
Korean Air, Asiana halt Phuket route SEOUL: Korean Air Lines Co. and Asiana Airlines Inc. will halt flights to the Thai resort island of Phuket for a month after tidal waves lashed the country's southwest coast, killing more than 1,000 people and destroying hotels.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Danang Widoyoko
Danang Widoyoko The new government has vowed to take real action against corrupt officials in its first 100 days as a form of "shock therapy" in an effort to gain public trust. But properly enforcing the law against such a widespread problem, with so many involved, is nothing short of a monumental...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
1. Human ---- 1x42
1. Human ---- 1x42 A generation of young Asians lost in an epic disaster 2. Infrastruc - 2x25 Some power, phones back on in Aceh, as fuel dwindles 3. Athletes -- 1x30 Swede runs for life as tidal wave hits 4. Media ----- 1x30 Few survivors feared among Aceh's messengers
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Govt rejects Pertamina image-polishing plan
Govt rejects Pertamina image-polishing planThe government has rejected a proposal by state oil and gas firm PT Pertamina to spend a large amount of money for changing its antiquated logo, as it was deemed unnecessary amid the firm's financial woes.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Councillors criticized for staging protest over 'low' salary
Councillors criticized for staging protest over 'low' salaryMulta Fidrus, The Jakarta Post/Tangerang Tangerang regency councillors' protest on Monday was condemned by a religious leader and labor activist, who said the councillors had disappointed their constituents.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Court upholds Adrian's detention
Court upholds Adrian's detention JAKARTA: The South Jakarta District Court turned down on Tuesday a motion by the defense that detention be suspended for Adrian Woworuntu, a key suspect in the Rp 1.2 trillion (US$133.3 billion) BNI scandal.Adrian is charged with violating Law No.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Terrorism bolsters Australia's ties with RI
Terrorism bolsters Australia's ties with RIAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Indonesia and Australia, long known for their love-hate relationship, are now again seeing a period of unity -- at least for the time being -- by a common concern: terrorism.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Aid agencies for tsunami victims
Aid agencies for tsunami victimsDompet Dhuafa Republika 128 000 4397 839 Bank Mandiri Ciputat branch 676 030194 7 BCA Ciputat Mega Mall 004 002 990 7 Bank Syariah Mandiri Dompet Kemanusiaan Media Indonesia 309 300 7979 BCA Kedoya Baru Kotak Pundi Amal SCTV 084 266 2000 BCA Wisma Asia Kompas Media...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Franz Magnis-Suseno SJ
Franz Magnis-Suseno SJ Indonesia's amazing diversity -- her geographical dispersion, plurality of ethnicities and cultures and of religious communities and observances, the mixture between indigenous people and migrants, between the provinces, between "Jakarta and the rest", but also, vertically,...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Rupiah rates Dec. 28
Rupiah rates Dec. 28 Banknote rates Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 7,615.61 6,832.84 Brunei dollar 1 5,985.33 5,370.99 Canadian dollar 1 8,024.08 7,201.93 Swiss franc 1 8,614.02 7,731.19 Danish krone 1 1,790.02 1,606.39 Euro 1 13,316.30 11,955.04 Poundsterling 1 18,923.94 16,987.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
When Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono was elected president, many in
When Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono was elected president, many in the country were elated. They thought Indonesia had finally chosen the right man to clean up the country's biggest problem -- widespread corruption.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Indonesia and the New Government: 2004 Diagnosis & 2005 Prognosis
Indonesia and the New Government: 2004 Diagnosis & 2005 PrognosisKahlil RowterHead of Research Mandiri Sekuritas *) Personal Opinion With so many economic initiatives brewing it is necessary to shift direction from mere reaction to pressure. But the big bang eludes us.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
KPK says 61 vie
KPK says 61 vie for advisory seats JAKARTA: The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) said on Tuesday that 61 candidates have passed administrative selection to become members of the commission's advisory team.The candidates were selected from 177 applicants who were required to submit essays.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
JP/xx/ENDY
JP/xx/ENDYThe reality of power sharing -- Who is in charge of the ship?JP/XX/ENDYEndy M. Bayuni The Jakarta Post/Jakarta When Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono won the presidential election in September with more than 60 percent of the total votes, many people breathed a sigh of relief.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Injury-humbled Angie expects to bounce back in 2005
Injury-humbled Angie expects to bounce back in 2005Eva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Top women's tennis player Angelique 'Angie' Widjaja's blamed recurrent injuries for her dismal run this year but said successful knee surgery had boosted her hopes for a comeback in 2005.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
JP/16/ITAUTO
JP/16/ITAUTOToday's cars are smarter, but drivers must still use their headsZatni Arbi Contributor/JakartaWe were traveling in the center lane of the Jakarta-Merak toll road. Suddenly, the white BMW 3-Series in front of us veered sharply to the left and slammed into the metal guard rail.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Idle tears
Idle tears From Sabang to Merauke, Indonesians acted without deliberation to support their brothers and sisters facing Sunday's calamity. A spontaneous show of solidarity that was both encouraging and touching to witness.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Some power, phones back on in Aceh, as fuel dwindles
Some power, phones back on in Aceh, as fuel dwindlesLeony Aurora and Rendy A. Witular, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Basic services have slowly begun to return to areas devastated by the massive earthquake and tsunami that hit Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam on Sunday, but progress has been hampered by...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Astra Agro suspends operation in Aceh
Astra Agro suspends operation in Aceh JAKARTA: PT Astra Agro Lestari, Indonesia's biggest agricultural company by value, suspended operation of its unit in Aceh province after an earthquake off Sumatra island and the resulting tsunamis damaged roads.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
One in three bylaws bad for investment: survey
One in three bylaws bad for investment: surveyZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta No less than a third of all the bylaws issued by the regional governments in the past years have discouraged trade and investment, according to a survey conducted by a committee under the Indonesian Chamber of...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
sports heads page 17, yearender
sports heads page 17, yearender1. bad (60) -- 48pts 7cols 1line (42x1)Taufik soothes Indonesia's woeful year in badminton 2. pon (70) -- 40pts 7cols 1line (49x1)PON highlights grim state of national sports 3. angi (55) -- 36pts 3cols 2lines (27x2)Injury-hit Angie expects to bounce back in 2005 4.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Hungry refugees scramble for food
Hungry refugees scramble for foodApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post/Lhokseumawe "Look at this, Sir. Only three pieces of salted fish to share among 10 people," said Mariani, a refugee in North Aceh -- one of the areas hardest hit by Sunday's devastating tsunami that killed thousands of people across...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Council summons dump operator
Council summons dump operator BEKASI: Bekasi council summoned on Tuesday the operator of Bantar Gebang dump, PT Patriot Bekasi Bangkit, to clarify public reports on its poor waste management.Secretary of Commission B for economic affairs Muhamad Hasyim Affandy told Tempointeraktif news portal that...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Jakarta shares end at record high
Jakarta shares end at record highDow Jones, Jakarta Indonesian shares ended higher on Tuesday, with buying in cement blue chips pushing the main index above the historical level of 1,000 points, dealers said.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Special Year-end Edition
Special Year-end Edition .... Overall, the year 2004 saw woeful sports performances, with the greatest shock our failure to retain the Thomas Cup, the world's most prestigious men's badminton championship.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
The golden days of publishing are over
The golden days of publishing are overIgnatius Haryanto, Contributor/Jakarta Now that the end of 2004 is approaching, we shall experience "business as usual" in the Indonesian book industry. One important thing to address is the ending of financial support from the Ford Foundation, via the Adikarya...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Asia holds its collective breath over bird flu threat for 2005
Asia holds its collective breath over bird flu threat for 2005 Michael Mathes, Agence France-Presse, Bangkok Chilling warnings about an inevitable global influenza pandemic that could kill millions signal more turmoil to come after a grim year in Asia when nations weary from fighting SARS faced a...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Nations pledge cash, aid for Asia disaster victims
Nations pledge cash, aid for Asia disaster victimsCountries around the globe have stepped forward with pledges of cash and assistance to the victims of the southern Asian earthquake and tsunami disaster.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Djisman S. Simandjuntak
Djisman S. SimandjuntakThough people were not clear on the policy direction and priorities of the contenders in the general elections, all seemed to agree on the need for change, and the year 2004 was full of hope with peaceful legislative and presidential elections.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Indonesia's tourism development and challenges in 2005
Indonesia's tourism development and challenges in 2005Meity Robot Tourism plays an important role in the development of a nation. It is not only a major contribution to a country's economy, but it also is a means to develop peace and understanding among people.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
1. Roundup (50) - 60 pts 6 cols 1line (1x24)
1. Roundup (50) - 60 pts 6 cols 1line (1x24) Bodies litter Aceh as famine looms 2. Tax (35) - 36 pts 4 cols 1 lines (1x28)Govt grants tax incentive for Aceh donors 3. Meulaboh (35) -- 28 pts 3 cols 2lines (2x20) West coast stays deadly quiet4.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Condolences pour in for quake victims
Condolences pour in for quake victimsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Presidents, prime ministers, kings and queens from around the globe offered the Aceh tsunami victims their heartfelt sympathies and pledged aid and assistance to President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Govt rejects Pertamina image-polishing plan
Govt rejects Pertamina image-polishing plan The government has rejected a proposal by state oil and gas firm PT Pertamina to spend a large amount of money for changing its antiquated logo, as it was deemed unnecessary amid the firm's financial woes.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
'Teen lit' writers and their work very much in vogue
'Teen lit' writers and their work very much in vogueIgnatius Haryanto, Contributor/Jakarta Pay a visit to local bookstores in big cities around the country and you will surprised at the phenomenon of books that fit into the "chick lit" (young women's literature) and "teen lit" categories.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Satish Mishra
Satish MishraHead/Chief Adviser of UNSFIR (UNSFIR is a joint project of the Indonesian government and UNDP)Countries, like individuals, it would seem, need acclaim and recognition. When the front cover of the Economist magazine, just after July 5, 2004, the first round of presidential elections,...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Govt grants tax incentive to tsunami donors
Govt grants tax incentive to tsunami donorsRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The government issued on Tuesday a ministerial decree to provide tax incentives for businesses that provide aid for the victims of the deadly earthquake and tidal waves in Aceh and North Sumatra.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
'If our neighbors take our market, we will lose national pride'
'If our neighbors take our market, we will lose national pride' The Jakarta Post/JakartaLocal electronics producers claim that 50 percent of the electronic goods traded in Indonesia are illegally brought into the country. This situation has hampered domestic growth and discouraged new investment.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Indonesia market outlook: Another better year ahead
Indonesia market outlook: Another better year aheadDavid ChangThis time last year, I predicted that the stock market in 2004 would be better than in the previous year despite the political concerns, even after being one of the strongest performers in Asia for 2003.
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
Bodies litter Aceh as famine looms
Bodies litter Aceh as famine loomsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Medan With medicine, food and body bags in short supply, electricity and communications still mostly down, the threat of disease is looming in Aceh, while the death toll after tidal waves swept through the northern part of Sumatra on...
Wed, 29 Dec 2004
The new political landscape: Triumph of pragmatism in the 2004
The new political landscape: Triumph of pragmatism in the 2004 general electionby Chusnul Mar'iyahFor someone who has experienced working in conflict zones like West Kalimantan, Ambon, Poso and Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam, and who worked with the student demonstrators in 1998 to bring down the...