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Fri, 13 Feb 2004
IBRA to wrap up Lippo sale next week
IBRA to wrap up Lippo sale next weekThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) expects to finalize soon the auction of a 52 percent stake in Bank Lippo by signing a sale and purchase agreement (SPA) with Swissasia Global consortium, as the winning bidder.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
'State officials should be exempt from traffic regulations'
'State officials should be exempt from traffic regulations' Vice President Hamzah Haz publicly apologized for using the busway lane along congested Jl. Thamrin, Central Jakarta, on his way to the office. He defended his actions by saying that the police had directed his convoy into the lane.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
RI, US may improve military ties
RI, US may improve military ties JAKARTA: The Indonesian and United States militaries have agreed to improve cooperation, despite the ongoing weapons embargo imposed in 1999 by the U.S. Congress against the Indonesian Military (TNI) In a meeting with President Megawati Soekarnoputri Thursday,...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
* Headlines:Muhammadiyah asked to review support for Amien 2
* Headlines:Muhammadiyah asked to review support for Amien 2 * National:President to enjoy campaign privileges 4 * Archipelago:Death toll of Nabire quakes up to 37 5 * Opinion:John Kerry will win the patriot game in elections 7 * City:Passengers prefer old, regular buses to the busway 8 *...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Festival Rasuna to promote SMEs
Festival Rasuna to promote SMEsDewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Some 180 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and 120 private businesses are expected to join the two-day Festival Rasuna 2004 at Pasar Festival, Jl. H. R. Rasuna Said, South Jakarta, on Feb. 14 and Feb. 15.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Passengers prefer old, regular buses to the busway
Passengers prefer old, regular buses to the buswayAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In the two weeks of full operation, the busway has seen an increase in passengers each day, but their total number is only a third of the 60,000 commuters that previously traveled between Blok M in South...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Doctors silent on Tommy's illness
Doctors silent on Tommy's illnessM. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After claiming they carried out a medical checkup on Hutomo "Tommy" Mandala Putra, a team of 10 doctors at Gatot Subroto Army Hospital stated on Thursday that the convict must stay longer in the hospital due to the...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Surabaya-Bali route cut due to floods
Surabaya-Bali route cut due to floods SURABAYA: Floods and landslides hit Bondowoso regency in East Java, which caused a bridge in Tenggarang subdistrict here to collapse, cutting the road between Surabaya and Bali.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Mega urged to act on police corruption
Mega urged to act on police corruption JAKARTA: In a bid to combat corruption within the National Police, the Police Staff College (PTIK) urged President Megawati Soekarnoputri on Thursday to immediately issue a decree establishing an independent police monitoring institution already mandated by...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Bird flu outbreak devastating small poultry farms
Bird flu outbreak devastating small poultry farmsSari P. Setiogi and Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Tangerang After millions of chickens have been killed due to bird flu and other diseases over the past several months, poultry farmers are now anticipating greater losses caused by the...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Migrants to have new ID cards
Migrants to have new ID cards JAKARTA: The Jakarta Population and Civil Registration Agency will replace temporary ID cards for migrants with the new Migrant ID cards."The new Migrant ID cards will be recorded at the city administration database on population so that we can easily monitor where the...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
On crooked politicians
On crooked politiciansFrom GatraIn the period of reform no significant political change was introduced because the majority of politicians were perceivably exponents of the New Order. Even some newcomers in politics also have the vision and mission of the old regime.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Romantic dinner still a favorite
Romantic dinner still a favoriteDewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With only one more day to go until Valentine's Day, it is difficult to escape all the romance, with hotels and cafes visions of red and pink, all offering special menus for couples wishing to spend an unforgettable evening...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
BI sees Q1 GDP growth at 4.3-4.8%
BI sees Q1 GDP growth at 4.3-4.8%The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The central bank has predicted economic growth of 4.8 percent in the first quarter of this year from the same period last year, citing strong domestic consumption and an expected improvement in exports.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Sky tower opens on resort island
Sky tower opens on resort islandSINGAPORE: Singapore's latest tourist drawcard, a 110 meter tower, opened on Thursday on the Sentosa resort island offering a 360-degree view of the tiny Southeast Asian nation.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Thursday, February 12, 2004
Thursday, February 12, 2004 .TB.30" .90"TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 Entertainment News: Selebrita8:00 Music: Sik Asik9:00 Entertainment News: Pro Biz10:00 TV Drama: Nostalgia 12:00 p.m. Singing Contest: Konteswara 1:00 News: Berita Siang2:00 Quiz2:30 English News Service3:00 Trend4:00 City...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Political postcard, business opportunity for Post Office
Political postcard, business opportunity for Post OfficeYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung At least 10 political parties and legislative candidates contesting the general elections have placed orders for custom designed postcards, the Bandung Post Office said on Wednesday.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Sjamsidar speaks on fashion's future
Sjamsidar speaks on fashion's futureT. Sima Gunawan, Contributor, Jakarta, tabita@cbn.net.id The reform era, which allowed for freedom of expression in the country, also breathed new life into the world of fashion.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
26 new markets to serve locals
26 new markets to serve locals TANGERANG: Tangerang will get 20 new small markets and six large markets to meet the daily needs of its 1.5 million residents, an official said on Wednesday.The director of the municipal market operator PD Pasar, Mayoris Namaga, said every subdistrict with a...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Hopes for end to corruption fade away
Hopes for end to corruption fade awayMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta People are certainly losing confidence in the judiciary system and in the ongoing battle against corruption in the country following the Supreme Court's decision to accept House Speaker Akbar Tandjung's appeal...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
APSyFI awaits antidumping ruling
APSyFI awaits antidumping ruling APSyFI said on Thursday that the results of the investigation into their dumping complaint against producers from three Asian countries was expected to be announced in the next couple of months.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
b]Akbar's legal journey
b]Akbar's legal journey Feb, 10, 1999: President B.J. Habibie asks Minister/State Secretary Akbar Tandjung, during a cabinet meeting, to channel Rp 40 billion in funds belonging to the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) to a food for the poor program. Oct.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Court deals Akbar an ace
Court deals Akbar an aceThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Supreme Court's decision to acquit Golkar chairman Akbar Tandjung of corruption charges paves the way for his candidacy for the presidency and boosts the party's ambition to return to power.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Disabled people appeal to KPU for concrete steps
Disabled people appeal to KPU for concrete stepsEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta People with disabilities have largely expressed reluctance to exercise their right to vote as the General Elections Commission (KPU) has failed to provide access to polling stations, an activist said.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
People with disabilities have largely expressed reluctance to
People with disabilities have largely expressed reluctance to exercise their right to vote as the General Elections Commission (KPU) has failed to provide access to polling stations, an activist said.Chairman of the General Elections Committee for Access to People with Disabilities (PPUA Penca)...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Rupiah Rates Feb.12
Rupiah Rates Feb.12 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 7,006.39 6,214.94 6,645.71 6,575.39 Brunei dollar 1 5,319.90 4,719.13 5,046.04 4,992.83 Canadian dollar 1 6,755.50 5,993.02 6,407.74 6,340.59 Swiss franc 1 7,230.98 6,415.63 6,858.75 6,787.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
1. JUDGES: 48 pt, 3 cols, 3 x 18
1. JUDGES: 48 pt, 3 cols, 3 x 18to be sent later2. LEGAL: 36 pt, 4 cols, 2 x 27People's hopes of corruption eradication are fading away3. FESTIVAL: 30 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 27Festival Rasuna to promote SMEs 4. MUHAMMADIYAH: 28 pt, 4 cols, 1 x 38Muhammadiyah urged to review support for Amien 5.
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Muhammadiyah urged to review its support for Amien's presidential bid
Muhammadiyah urged to review its support for Amien's presidential bidA. Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Scholar Muslim Abdurrahman urged the country's second largest Muslim organization Muhammadiyah on Thursday to review its decision to support Amien Rais's presidential bid, saying the move...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Exonerated, Akbar's chance improve: Court favors House leader
Exonerated, Akbar's chance improve: Court favors House leaderTiarma Siboro and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Golkar leader Akbar Tandjung broke his fast on Thursday and later prostrated himself to the floor of his official residence to express his gratitude to God, shortly after Supreme...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Activists protest wild animal trade
Activists protest wild animal tradeDewi Santoso and Theresia Sufa The Jakarta Post Jakarta/BogorAround 70 activists from the organization Pro Fauna Indonesia (Indonesian Wildlife Support) demonstrated on Wednesday at the Hotel Indonesia traffic circle, unfurling a five meter by three meter banner...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Asian stocks make gains
Asian stocks make gainsAgence France-Presse, Hong Kong Most of Asia's major bourses rose moderately on Thursday as positive sentiment about the U.S. economy flowed into the region's markets.The major gainers were Tokyo, Hong Kong, Sydney and Kuala Lumpur after Wall Street rose fueled by optimism...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
Financial security may raise impartial media
Financial security may raise impartial mediaArdimas Sasdi, Staff Writer, The Jakarta Post, Berkeley, California, ajambak@uclink.berkeley.edu One perennial problem, which often provokes cynicism and sarcasm from the reading and viewing public toward the Indonesian media, is the violations of ethics...
Fri, 13 Feb 2004
The death of Sunan commemorated
The death of Sunan commemorated CIREBON, West Java: Thousands of Cirebon residents here commemorated on Thursday the death of legendary cleric Sunan Gunung Jati, who helped spread Islam in West Java region.The commemoration ceremony was held in Kasepuhan Palace in the city of Cirebon.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Persik stumbles to 2-1 loss in Asian Champions League
Persik stumbles to 2-1 loss in Asian Champions LeagueZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Kediri, East Java Indonesian champion Persik Kediri put up a tough fight against South Korean champion and heavily favored Seongnam Ilhwa Chunwa before losing 2-1 in their first-leg match of the Asian Champions...
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Pressures up over regent
Pressures up over regentHaidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau Thousands of teachers and students in Kampar regency, some 60 kilometers west of the Riau capital of Pekanbaru, took to the streets again on Wednesday, forcing schools in the regency to close for a second day.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb.11, 2004
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Feb.11, 2004 _____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ______________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo...
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
1. Philip -- Coordinating against International terrorism: What
1. Philip -- Coordinating against International terrorism: What is to be done? 1 x 38 Coordination needed to fight terrorism Philips Jusario Vermonte Researcher Department of International Relations Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Jakarta2.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Hamzah says he'll stick to the (road) rules
Hamzah says he'll stick to the (road) rules Following the public furor after his convoy occupied the busway lane to escape traffic congestion on Monday, Vice President Hamzah Haz has decided to observe the existing traffic rules.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
KL under fire at environment talks
KL under fire at environment talksAgence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, which is hosting thousands of delegates to a major international conference on the environment, has found itself the target of strong criticism over illegal logging.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Leave the cabinet
Leave the cabinet At least two questions beg to be answered regarding the statement of Coordinator Minister for Political and Security Affairs Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Coordinating Minister for People's Welfare Jusuf Kalla that they would leave the Cabinet as soon as they are officially named...
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Say 'I love you' with chocolate, red roses
Say 'I love you' with chocolate, red rosesDewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As Valentine's Day approaches right around the corner, chocolate and red rose sales has seen a significant increase.Elena Martha, co-owner of the Okky & Paul Cake, Chocolate and Bakery Shop in Manggarai, South...
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Diplomatic corps warned of wiretapping
Diplomatic corps warned of wiretappingKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirayuda said on Wednesday that wiretapping has become a global phenomenon and urged diplomats and staff at Indonesian Embassies abroad to be on the alert.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Trace the past living at Tenganan village
Trace the past living at Tenganan villageRachel Greaves, Contributor, Bali Within a neat, walled township against a backdrop of jungle and angular hills, a group of excited young children are crouched around a shallow hole in the shade of a huge banyan tree.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
NGOs urge timber companies to pay their debts
NGOs urge timber companies to pay their debtsP.C. Naommy, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Environmental organizations and a corruption watchdog said on Wednesday they were giving 601 companies 30 days to pay reforestation funds and royalty arrears or they would announce their names to the public.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
* Headlines:General elections to run on schedule: Commission 2
* Headlines:General elections to run on schedule: Commission 2 * National:Red Cross appeals for safe access to Acehnese 4 * Archipelago:Pressures upped over Regent 5 * Opinion:The dispute over Islamic headscarves in the West 6 * City:Tommy given pass for medical checkup 8 * Sports:Henry reaches...
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Students get suspended jail term in hostage case
Students get suspended jail term in hostage case YOGYAKARTA: The Bantul District Court handed down on Wednesday a suspended sentence of six months in jail and one year probation to two students for holding journalists hostage two years ago on campus.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Deadline set for MOU with Malaysia
Deadline set for MOU with MalaysiaKurniawan Hari and Ridwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has set March 2004 as the deadline for signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Malaysia on labor in the formal sector; otherwise, Indonesia would suspend its labor supply to...
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Police brace for Akbar's verdict
Police brace for Akbar's verdictThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Surabaya/Medan Hundreds of police personnel will be deployed at the Supreme Court compound as security authorities brace up for possible violence during the corruption trial of Golkar Chairman Akbar Tandjung on Thursday.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Religious harmony law imperative
Religious harmony law imperativeFrom Koran TempoIndonesia's pluralistic society badly needs a law on religious harmony because the existing rules on coexistence among religious groups impose no penalties, which has led to serious communal conflicts.
Thu, 12 Feb 2004
Gunawan stands trial for Asaba case
Gunawan stands trial for Asaba caseThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The North Jakarta District Court opened on Wednesday the trial of Gunawan Santosa, the sole defendant in the murder of the president director of PT Aneka Sarana Bakti (Asaba), Boedyharto Angsono, and his bodyguard, Army Special Forces...