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Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Clean figure needed to replace BI governor
Clean figure needed to replace BI governorDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As Sjahril Sabirin's term as Bank Indonesia (BI) governor draws near, calls are mounting for President Megawati Soekarnoputri to name new faces with integrity and untainted track records as candidates for the...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Paranormal hired to expel mysterious dogs
Paranormal hired to expel mysterious dogs TASIKMALAYA, West Java: A district chief in West Java hired a paranormal from Yogyakarta to drive off dogs believed to be attacking livestock in the area, Antara reported.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Thousands protest, diplomatic efforts heightened to avert war
Thousands protest, diplomatic efforts heightened to avert warFabiola Desy Unidjaja The Jakarta Post Jakarta Domestic opposition against a possible U.S.-led war on Iraq reached new heights on Sunday when thousands of people rallied in the capital in one of the biggest anti-war demonstrations in the...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Megawati tries to ease tension with media
Megawati tries to ease tension with mediaRita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali President Megawati Soekarnoputri made a reluctant step on Sunday to open a new dialog with the local media, while at the same time, defended her strong stance against what she described as "biased,...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Government backs Bulog, allows it to pursue profit
Government backs Bulog, allows it to pursue profitA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The controversial National Logistics Agency looks set to be renamed and given the green light to expand its business dealings and seek profit.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Money, guns destroy protected forest in Central Kalimantan
Money, guns destroy protected forest in Central KalimantanMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Tanjung Puting, Central Kalimantan Purnawarman, a forest ranger, has felt powerless in facing the illegal loggers syndicate backed by unauthorized security personnel, which has been operating in Tanjung...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Need for new U.S. communications paradigm: `It's the oil, stupid'
Need for new U.S. communications paradigm: `It's the oil, stupid'Piers Gillespie, Jakarta One intriguing aspect of the inevitable build up to what could be the biggest military catastrophe in this young century is the way in which the two opposing leaders, George W.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
House invites politicians to discuss electoral bill
House invites politicians to discuss electoral billKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The prolonged debate over the electoral bill has prompted the House of Representatives committee discussing the bill to invite leaders of political parties to consult over the contentious articles.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
* Headlines: Money, guns destroy protected forests 2
* Headlines: Money, guns destroy protected forests 2 * National: Citizenship bill protects women 4 * Archipelago: Psychics enlisted in search for Cessna 5 * Opinion: Does RI still need IMF's assistance 6 * City: Jakarta budgets more money for flood projects 8 * Sports: England agonizes over Cup...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
British woman released from prison in Aceh
British woman released from prison in Aceh A British woman jailed for visa offenses in Indonesia's rebellious Aceh province was released on Sunday after five months in detention.British academic Lesley McCulloch was sentenced by a court in Aceh on December 30 to five months in prison for violating...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Eliminating subsidies
Eliminating subsidies From Koran Tempo What is considered good is not necessarily right. This is the picture of a decision made by the government to ease the nation's financial burdens. The government has argued that the decision to increase fuel prices was based on relieving the burden of the...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Peace in Aceh
Peace in Aceh Maj. Gen. Tanongsuk Tuvinum, who heads the team in charge of enforcing the peace process in Aceh, recently described one of the most touching moments in his life. After declaring Indrapuri, in the Greater Aceh district, a peace zone on Jan.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
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;AFP;KOD; ANPAu..r.. Aglance-Philippines-kidnap Muslim rebels killed in week-long fighting in southern Philippine JP/11/ASEAN 27 Moro rebels killed in fighting PHILIPPINES: About 27 Abu Sayyaf rebels were killed in week-long skirmishes in the southern Philippine island of Jolo, where gunmen are...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Iraq to keep haunting market: Analysts
Iraq to keep haunting market: AnalystsDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite a 1.6 percent surge last week, the Jakarta Composite Index will be under pressure this week as lingering fear over possible war in Iraq will push investors to the sidelines, a stock analyst said.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Electronics prices drop, time to buy, say traders
Electronics prices drop, time to buy, say tradersSari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta If you want to fill your house with the latest model electronics goods, now may be the time.The price of electronics, following last month's announcement by the government of the abolition or reduction of a...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Local businessmen to meet U.S. customs
Local businessmen to meet U.S. customsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Shipowners Association (INSA) has asked United States customs officials to explain to Indonesian businesspeople the new U.S.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Governor and
Governor and the council From Warta Kota In the last few weeks, I have carefully followed reports about "the benefits" that Governor Sutiyoso and members of the Jakarta City Council enjoy. Sutiyoso has even promised to give up all of the facilities he enjoys.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
What is the cost?
What is the cost? Is there any comparison at all between demonstrators who over- react and cause damage when protesting against the recent price hikes and the release of fraudulent bankers from legal charges? Which of the two groups did more damage to the country? Following on from that, how are...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
JICT labor union holds first congress
JICT labor union holds first congress JAKARTA: Some 60 members of the workers union of PT Jakarta International Container Terminal (JICT), which is responsible for the loading and unloading of containers at the Tanjung Priok Port, held a congress at the Raddin Hotel in Ancol, North Jakarta, on...
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Tens of thousands say no to war in Iraq
Tens of thousands say no to war in IraqFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Domestic opposition against a possible U.S.-led war on Iraq reached new heights on Sunday when tens of thousands of people rallied in the capital in the biggest anti-Iraq war demonstration in the country.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
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checked Early Education Definitely lucrative business as demand continues to grow Burhanuddin Abe Contributor JakartaToday, parents in major cities seem to recognize the importance of early education for their children.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Goat, cow trading provides slight hope amid hardship
Goat, cow trading provides slight hope amid hardshipDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta If you're passing through Jakarta's streets and all of a sudden, you smell an unpleasant odor, don't be surprised.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
Garuda's management reports pilots to police
Garuda's management reports pilots to policeArya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The pay dispute between Garuda Indonesia and its pilots has deepened following the company's stunning decision on Sunday to report the pilots to police.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
RI envoy holds talks with North Korean FM
RI envoy holds talks with North Korean FM A special Indonesian envoy held talks with North Korea's foreign minister in Pyongyang on Saturday to help defuse the crisis over the country's nuclear ambitions, the official news agency reported.
Mon, 10 Feb 2003
City allocates more money for flood projects
City allocates more money for flood projectsAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration has increased the allocated funds for flood-related programs to Rp 355 billion (US$39.4 million) this year from Rp 250 billion last year, though this is still not enough to finance the...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
HK festivities: Try your luck at a wishing tree
HK festivities: Try your luck at a wishing tree The Hong Kong Tourism Board invited The Jakarta Post reporter Hendarsyah Tarmizi from Jan. 30 to Feb. 3 to witness the Chinese New Year celebrations in Hong Kong. Below is an article about the festivities held during the visit.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Caption for photo (Sleman advertorial)
Caption for photo (Sleman advertorial)Some of the facilities and souvenirs in the Sleman regency that make your meetings incentives conferences events (MICE) most memorable: star-rated hotels, sophisticated meeting rooms and unique traditional handicrafts.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
1. REVIEW -- A line, 7 col, 48 pts
1. REVIEW -- A line, 7 col, 48 pts The meatier guide to exploring Southeast Asia
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Thick clouds foil search for missing aircraft
Thick clouds foil search for missing aircraftNana Rukmana The Jakarta Post Cirebon, West Java The search and rescue team doubled the number of planes deployed to locate a missing training aircraft to six on Saturday, but their efforts were hampered by thick clouds.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OF H.E. THE AMBASSADOR OF
INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE OF H.E. THE AMBASSADOR OF SRI LANKAToday, Feb. 4, 2003, Sri Lanka celebrates her 55th anniversary of gaining Independence from her colonial ruler. It is my great pleasure on this very special day to address our Indonesian friends, and the Sri Lankans and others living here...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
TV Program: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2003
TV Program: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2003TVRI 5:03 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:30 Oto Screen8:30 Variety Show: Arena Kece9:00 Film: Si Unyil9:30 Bando10:30 TV Drama: Rumah Kita11:00 Variety Show: Maskum Show12:00 p.m.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Gray days for RI's colorful print media
Gray days for RI's colorful print mediaBerni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Strolling past one of the many sidewalk newsstands Jl. Sudirman, one's eyes will inevitably glance at the headlines of the many newspapers, magazines and tabloids on display.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region Heru Prasetya, Contributor, Magelang, Central Java The presence of a world famous tourist and heritage site nearby, the Borobudur Temple, perhaps gives one the impression that the local residents there might be earning a nice living from all the...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Where to go for fine European cuisine
Where to go for fine European cuisineBill Blade, Contributor, Jakarta Before I start off, I must admit that I'm definitely among the converted when it comes to European food.From the scintillating smoked salmon of the picturesque fjord- side villages of Norway to the scrumptious pastas of...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
`The trend nowadays is toward story-telling'
`The trend nowadays is toward story-telling'Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It's National Press Day. Almost five years since the print media was confronted with sudden and fundamental changes.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
GAM to comply with disarmament
GAM to comply with disarmamentIbnu Matnoor, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, Aceh The Indonesian Military (TNI) and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) pledged on Saturday to uphold the cease-fire agreement as the peace process in the province starts a promising new phase on Sunday.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
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==================================================(Caption for spotlight column. Client: PT Ford Motor Indonesia) FORD MOTOR INDONESIA ENVIRONMENTAL GRANT AWARD ANNOUNCEMENT: PT FORD MOTOR INDONESIA recently announced the five recipients for its grants for the conservation and environmental program.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Digital printing more cost effective
Digital printing more cost effectiveBy Rangga Ivananda Contributor JakartaDigital printing technology is a continuation of digital imaging. Once digital imaging is completed on a computer, its result can be then printed on digital printers.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Saturday more flooding in Jakarta
Saturday more flooding in Jakarta INDONESIA: Although Saturday was a sunny day, Jakarta saw residential areas near the Ciliwung river, such as Balimester and Bidaracina subdistricts, inundated by water, a report said.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Sleman regency: A world-class site for MICE
Sleman regency: A world-class site for MICE With more and more local companies and multinational corporations requiring Meeting Incentive Convention and Exhibition (MICE) facilities, a number of holiday destinations are going out of their way to meet the needs of these companies.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region
Borobudur people are poor despite wealthy region Heru Prasetya, Contributor, Magelang, Central Java The presence of a world famous tourist and heritage site nearby, the Borobudur Temple, perhaps gives one the impression that the local residents there might be earning a nice living from all the...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Today's cameras and printers: Fully digitalized
Today's cameras and printers: Fully digitalized By Megy Magdalena Contributor Jakarta Compact, quick and practical. These are only some of the superior features of today's digital cameras. One does not have to waste time for the entire process of printing photos.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Thick clouds foil search for missing aircraft in Java
Thick clouds foil search for missing aircraft in JavaNana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java The search and rescue team doubled the number of planes deployed to locate a missing training aircraft to six on Saturday, but their efforts were hampered by thick clouds.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Let's build mutual understanding among us
Let's build mutual understanding among us Our first Prime Minister Rt. Hon. D.S. Senanayake was successful, fifty five years ago, to make Sri Lanka a free and independent country by establishing unity among all communities and relieving the foreign domination to which our country was subjected to.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon.Tyronne Fernando, P.C.,M.P."We look forward with confidence on a robust growth this year"We are celebrating today, the 55th anniversary of our independence amidst growing optimism and confidence in our quest for a durable peace to end the conflict that has ravaged...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
COUNTRY PROFILE: Sri Lanka
COUNTRY PROFILE: Sri LankaPresident of Sri Lanka Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga"It is now time for us all to put the war behind us"It is with great pleasure that I extend my warm greetings to all Sri Lankans both here and overseas on this our 55th National Day.
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Message from Country Manager
Message from Country ManagerSriLankan Airlines is pleased to be of service to Indonesia and has been a longstanding member of the Jakarta community. Our operating schedule has changed over the years but in the year 2000 we took a conscious decision to increase our presence and added 50% more...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Digital voice recorders, a new way of writing
Digital voice recorders, a new way of writingVishnu K. Mahmud, Contributor, Jakarta Walking away from a client interview, my minidisk recorder suddenly burst into flames. Well, it did not burn per se, but one of the mechanical drives seized up and shorted the entire unit, making it impossible for...
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Sunday, Feb. 9, 2003Exhibitions* Painting, Donated Prize Winning Paintings, 100% proceeds to Charity, at Gallery Cafe Linggar, Kemang Timur No. 36, South Jakarta, (Tel. 021-71790008), until Feb. 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m..
Sun, 09 Feb 2003
Meatier guide to explore Southeast Asia
Meatier guide to explore Southeast AsiaDes Price, Contributor, Jakarta The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia by Jeremy Atiyah et al; Rough Guides, 2002; 1136 ppThe travel guide business is very competitive these days.