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Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Corrupt immigration
Corrupt immigration As foreigners, we are required to drop by to the immigration office with great frequency. It's nice that all the fees are displayed openly on the wall, but the nightmare awaits just around the corner.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Stock prices at the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec. 28, 2005:
Stock prices at the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Dec. 28, 2005: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Waters...
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Roots of conflict and peace agendas in Papua
Roots of conflict and peace agendas in PapuaMuridan S. Widjojo Jakarta The meeting between Vice President Jusuf Kalla, flanked by Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal and Security Affairs Widodo AS, Minister of Home Affairs Mohammad Ma'ruf and Indonesian Military (TNI) chief Gen.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Governing through governance: SBY delivering his promises.
Governing through governance: SBY delivering his promises.HS Dillon Jakarta The business sector has repeatedly reminded the President that corruption in the government is inhibiting investment, while civil society has been pressuring him to go after the wrongdoers wholeheartedly.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Hunger in Yahukimo
Hunger in YahukimoFrom KompasAfter the previous cases of hunger and malnutrition in West and East Nusa Tenggara, there have been reports that at least 50 people have died of hunger and 112 others are suffering from famine-related diseases in Yahukimo regency, Papua.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Endy M. Bayuni
Endy M. Bayuni Jakarta This Christmas provided another fine display to the outside world of the religious tolerance that has developed among peoples of different faiths in Indonesia, the country with the world's largest Muslim population.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
General confirms Freeport payments
General confirms Freeport paymentsTiarma Siboro and Tony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaFormer Trikora Military Commander in Papua Maj. Gen. Mahidin Simbolon has confirmed direct payments from U.S. gold miner Freeport-McMoRan to Indonesian military and police personnel guarding the firm's mine.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Bigger city budget comes with conditions
Bigger city budget comes with conditionsDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaAmid rumors of tough discussions between the City Council and administration over a number of issues, the factions on the council unanimously approved next year's city budget on Wednesday.The budget totals Rp 17.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Sunaryo Sakia struggles to preserve Surabaya-style 'ludruk'
Sunaryo Sakia struggles to preserve Surabaya-style 'ludruk'Indra Harsaputra, The Jakarta Post, SurabayaSunaryo Sakia, 49, the leader of Irama Budaya Surabaya -- a ludruk art group, an indigenous East Java folk drama featuring an all-male cast -- was hanging his head as the day-long heavy rain...
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
2006 - Building for the future
2006 - Building for the futureDavid O'Brien Jakarta Next year should mark a period of consolidation for the Indonesian economy. In the wake of the tough decision to reduce fuel subsidies and subsequent price increases, domestic demand is likely to remain somewhat weaker.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
JP/18/Q03
JP/18/Q03 Indonesia's top five fashion designersAn increasing number of new designers have emerged in Indonesia. Five of them have enjoyed considerable media coverage this year.Syahmedi Dean Contributor/JakartaDespite the rapid development of international fashion in Indonesia throughout 2005, five...
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Islam radicalism and national security
Islam radicalism and national securitySutanto Jakarta Although radicalism is alien to the character of various religions in Indonesia, practices of radicalism are not alien in Indonesia's history. In terms of national security strategies, there were occasions in which the country's national...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Longtime records fall at club championships
Longtime records fall at club championshipsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A slew of enduring age-group records fell on the first day of the 27th Swimming Clubs Championship on Tuesday, with officials saying it may mark a revival in national swimming.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Patching up decentralization to boost the service delivery
Patching up decentralization to boost the service delivery Riyadi Suparno The Jakarta Post/JakartaThere were many positive changes to local democracy in 2005, especially the direct elections of regional heads, but too often this did not translate into the improved delivery of services.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Bakrie unit secures pipe deal from PGN
Bakrie unit secures pipe deal from PGNPT Bakrie & Brothers, a diversified group with companies in the infrastructure, plantation, property and telecommunications sectors, announced on Tuesday that its unit and partner had sealed a contract worth Rp 374 billion (US$38.1 million).
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
The fall of the Soeharto regime also saw economists lose their
The fall of the Soeharto regime also saw economists lose their traditional tools to analyze the economy. Under the centralized New Order system these were the causal relations between the creation of economic policy and interest groups.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
RI-S'pore ties growing stronger despite hiccups
RI-S'pore ties growing stronger despite hiccupsAdianto P Simamora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaDespite the changes in leadership in Indonesia and its tiny neighbor Singapore, relations between both countries have remained good and cordial in 2005.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Terrorism in Indonesia
Terrorism in IndonesiaSidney Jones Jakarta 2005 brought a sobering reminder of the lethal power of terrorism: * 6 Indonesians shot as they slept in Ceram, Maluku on May 16; * 22 Indonesians killed by a bomb in a crowded Saturday morning market in Tentena, Central Sulawesi on May 28; * 14...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
'Bajaj' to have total make over
'Bajaj' to have total make over JAKARTA: An object of resentment as it often seen as a source of sound and air pollution in the capital, the three- wheeled diesel-fueled bajaj will soon be modernized.An official of Jakarta's Association of Public Transportation Owners (Organda DKI), Jauhari...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Indonesian politics in 2006
Indonesian politics in 2006Rizal Sukma Jakarta As Indonesia enters 2006, the general political outlook presents a rather positive picture. There are strong grounds to believe that national politics will be characterized more by continuity than by change.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
CD;
CD;1. BI chief becomes highest-paid official Page 32. Stackhouse keeps Mavericks moving Page 53. Year-enders: World scene 2005 Pages 13-20
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Council to endorse Rp 17t budget
Council to endorse Rp 17t budgetBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaAfter two weeks of delays due to tough deliberations over the city administration's big spending earmarked in the 2006 budget, the City Council is ready to pass the draft budget on Wednesday nearly unchanged.Totaling Rp 17.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Siemens, Lilama sign $212m deal
Siemens, Lilama sign $212m deal HANOI: German engineering giant Siemens has signed a contract worth more than US$212 million to provide equipment for a gas power plant in southern Vietnam, an official said on Tuesday.Under the contract signed with Vietnam's Machinery Installation Corp.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
BI chief to end up as highest paid official
BI chief to end up as highest paid officialTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Bank Indonesia (BI) board of governors will become the highest paid state officials in the country, with its top chief expecting to bring home at least Rp 141.32 million (US$14,420) per month.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, December 29, 2005
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, December 29, 2005 .TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions* Photo by Natisa Jones at Three Monkeys Cuisine and Art Cafe, Jl. Monkey Forest, Ubud, until Jan. 22 * Fine Arts Beauty for Peace by Joni K. Soaloon, Ganesha Gallery Four Season Resort Bali, at Jimbaran Bay, until Jan.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Hunger in Yahukimo
Hunger in YahukimoFrom KompasAfter the previous cases of hunger and malnutrition in West and East Nusa Tenggara, there have been reports that at least 50 people have died of hunger and 112 others are suffering from famine-related diseases in Yahukimo regency, Papua.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
1. FOOD -- 3x12
1. FOOD -- 3x12 Officials warn of chemicals in local food 2. APPROVE -- 1x32 Council to endorse Rp 17t budget 3. BOGOR -- 1x36 Bogor wants to eschew dirty city label 4. DRUGS -- 2x27 Navy officer nabbed for drug dealing, illegal gun ownership 5.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
3,000 police officials, diplomats
3,000 police officials, diplomatsAbdul Khalik and Muninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, JakartaAs a response to a warning by the State Intelligence Agency (BIN) that terrorist groups might shift targets to high-ranking officials and foreign diplomats, Jakarta Police have deployed 3,000...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Xanana says refugees can opt to return home
Xanana says refugees can opt to return homeYemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, KupangTimor Leste President Xanana Gusmao said on Tuesday that refugees from his country now living in East Nusa Tenggara province would be welcome to return home."It's up to the people to make the best decision.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Endy M. Bayuni
Endy M. Bayuni Jakarta This Christmas provided another fine display to the outside world of the religious tolerance that has developed among peoples of different faiths in Indonesia, the country with the world's largest Muslim population.
Wed, 28 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.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
No great expectations in sports for 2006
No great expectations in sports for 2006Bruce Emond Jakarta The sports year is scheduled to get off to a blazing start in January when the A1 motor racing competition stops by Sentul, Bogor.Hopefully, it will go off with a roar and not a sputter: There have been questions about the preparedness of...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Greater self-confidence and the need for
Greater self-confidence and the need for cogent foreign policy approach: Outlook for 2006Bantarto Bandoro Jakarta A free and active (proactive) foreign policy has characterized Indonesia since its independence. This basic policy has shown a remarkable degree of resilience and adaptability.
Wed, 28 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.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Sect followers get day in court
Sect followers get day in court PALU, Central Sulawesi: Prosecutors are preparing multiple charges against 11 followers of the Madi Islamic sect in Central Sulawesi for allegedly attacking police during a raid by the officers in October.
Wed, 28 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.
Wed, 28 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...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
RI foreign policy a case of style over substance
RI foreign policy a case of style over substanceMeidyatama Suryodiningrat, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIf ever there was a time for Indonesia to have a banner year in foreign affairs, it was 2005.All the elements were in place: A newly elected president who emerged as a poster boy for emerging...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Religious freedom: Quo vadis?
Religious freedom: Quo vadis?Franz Magnis-Suseno SJ Jakarta 2005 has been a bad year for religious freedom in Indonesia. More regencies introduced regulations based on religious law, thereby disregarding the legislation that stipulates that religious matters are the exclusive prerogative of the...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
The Indonesian economy in 2006
The Indonesian economy in 2006Ross H. McLeod Canberra Indonesia's economic performance next year is likely to be similar to that in 2005. Output growth -- the key determinant of changes in individuals' incomes -- should remain around 5.5-6 percent per annum.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Society and tolerance
Society and tolerance Several articles in The Jakarta Post have referred to the need to refute proponents of terrorism such as Imam Samudra.One proposal is to ban Imam Samudra's book. This is impractical since people will inevitably encounter similar ideas "underground" and the sense of persecution...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
What political economy?
What political economy?Meuthia Ganie-Rochman, Jakarta The fall of the Soeharto regime also saw economists lose their traditional tools to analyze the economy.Under the centralized New Order system these were the causal relations between the creation of economic policy and interest groups.
Wed, 28 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...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Relations between RI and India strengthen in 2005
Relations between RI and India strengthen in 2005Veeramalla Anjaiah, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia, the world's fourth most populous state, and India -- the world's second most populous nation -- have maintained close relations since they threw off the yoke of colonialism in the mid-1940s.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
2006 - Building for the future
2006 - Building for the futureDavid O'Brien Jakarta Next year should mark a period of consolidation for the Indonesian economy. In the wake of the tough decision to reduce fuel subsidies and subsequent price increases, domestic demand is likely to remain somewhat weaker.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Bogor wants to eschew dirty city label
Bogor wants to eschew dirty city labelTheresia Sufa, The Jakarta Post, BogorThreatened with the title of dirtiest city in next year's Adipura city cleanliness awards, the Bogor municipality says it will mobilize 1,100 sanitation officers to clean up various spots in the city.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Indonesia's economic challenges
Indonesia's economic challengesStephen Schwartz Jakarta Judging by the stock and foreign exchange markets over the past few weeks, the coming of the New Year and a recent cabinet reshuffle have brought fresh hope to Indonesian market-watchers that macroeconomic stability will endure, and that...
Wed, 28 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...
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
TV Program: Thursday, December 29, 2005
TV Program: Thursday, December 29, 2005 .TB.30" .90"TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Children Drama8:30 Music9:30 Profile of Farmers 10:00 Talk Show: Wira Usaha11:00 News: Berita Nusantara 12:00 Talk Show: Gado-gado Plus1:00 p.m.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
SPOTLIGHT -- TNT SPECIAL SERVICES
SPOTLIGHT -- TNT SPECIAL SERVICESFor Spotlight: Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2005 TNT SPECIAL SERVICES: TNT Express launches "Special Services" in Indonesia to provide services that are specifically tailored to satisfy our customers' needs.