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Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Taxi driving, Jakarta style
Taxi driving, Jakarta style If recent reports are anything to go by, Governor Sutiyoso's dream of making Jakarta a more livable, people-friendly city seems to be a long way off. The increasing hardship of many residents in the capital is running parallel with a steady rise in crime.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
BNN seizes ecstasy raw materials
BNN seizes ecstasy raw materials JAKARTA: The National Narcotics Agency (BNN) has seized hundreds of kilograms of a chemical used to make ecstasy pills in a house located in Bukit Sentul area in Bogor.Agency director Comr. Gen.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
2. Katopo -- Mother earth
2. Katopo -- Mother earth 2 x 30 Poor Mother Earth, your children treat you like dirt Marianne Katoppo Jakarta
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Chris John out to prove himself in Gainer bout
Chris John out to prove himself in Gainer boutThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta When champion Chris John takes on Derrick Gainer in the long- awaited World Boxing Association (WBA) featherweight title bout on Friday evening, both fighters will have something to prove.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Indolok offers integrated solution for terrorist threats
Indolok offers integrated solution for terrorist threats While security guards at many premises use security devices such as metal detectors to inspect vehicles and visitors entering the premises, an intriguing question that arises is how to prevent a speeding car loaded with explosives from trying...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
RI student numbers in Australia fall
RI student numbers in Australia fallRita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, Tanjung Benoa, BaliThe number of Indonesian studying in Australia has been declining over the last few years due to visa, social, economic and political problems, an education expert has claimed.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
2. 5ROB 24, -- 1 X 37
2. 5ROB 24, -- 1 X 37 Soldier arrested robbery charges 3. 5RESTO 24, -- 1 X 40 City seals resto in Menteng over permit 4. 5SPEAK 20, -- 1 X 40 'I'm looking forward to real results'
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Tax reform could induce an upward spiral of economic optimism
Tax reform could induce an upward spiral of economic optimismDavid E. Sumual Jakarta Amid the barrage of negative news concerning Indonesia's financial markets lately, there has been an encouraging development in that the government finally launched its long- awaited US$1 billion international bond...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
City seals resto in Menteng over permit
City seals resto in Menteng over permitThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe city administration has forced the management of The One restaurant in Menteng, Central Jakarta to temporarily close as it does not have the necessary operation permits from relevant agencies.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
David E. Sumual
David E. Sumual Jakarta2. Menno -- Better basic services for Indonesia 2 x 30 Better access to basic services crucial for public well-being Menno Pradhan Jakarta
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Japan aims for China and UNSC in Jakarta
Japan aims for China and UNSC in JakartaThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Arriving in Jakarta on Thursday evening to attend the Asian- African Summit here on Friday, Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has two main targets in his sights: China and a seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Bandung a haven for snack-lovers and shoppers
Bandung a haven for snack-lovers and shoppersYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, BandungBandung, the capital of West Java province, is about 180 kilometers distant from the national capital, Jakarta.The city is well-known as a haven for snack-lovers and shoppers, as thousands of food vendors,...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Malaysia gets crafty
Malaysia gets crafty From KompasMalaysia is among the nations in the world with "crafty" moves, as shown in the border dispute with Indonesia over the ownership of Sipadan and Ligitan islands. Malaysia built resorts on the islands even before the dispute was settled, without responding to...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Exclusive zone,
Exclusive zone, territorial claimsFrom KompasAn article in Kompas daily (March 7) written by I Basis Susilo noted that Indonesia's loss of Sipadan and Ligitan islands was due to the lack of a continuous presence, effective settlement and guarantee for nature conservation on border islands.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Government urged to set up medical council
Government urged to set up medical councilThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Participants at a medical seminar urged the government immediately to establish a medical council to monitor the care given to patients nationwide.The House of Representatives endorsed in October of last year Law No.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
TNI ready to leave Aceh: Chief
TNI ready to leave Aceh: ChiefTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIndonesian Military (TNI) chief Gen. Endriartono Sutarto said on Thursday the military was ready to pull out some 40,000 troops from Aceh if an agreement was reached by the government and rebels.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Fifty years in the life of a student, an institution and a nation
Fifty years in the life of a student, an institution and a nationWimar Witoelar JakartaFifty years ago he was nine going on ten, growing up in Jakarta. It was hot and humid as it is now, without air conditioning, but also without traffic congestion except on bad days in Jakarta Kota.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Taman Mini's museums
Taman Mini's museums require maintenanceFrom Media IndonesiaOver the last few months, our family has been visiting various interesting places, particularly museums and regional pavilions at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah in East Jakarta.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
'I'm looking forward to gaining real results'
'I'm looking forward to gaining real results'Dozens of heads of state from Asia and Africa will begin a two- day summit on Friday aimed at boosting relations among nations in the two continents. How do Jakarta residents view the event? The Jakarta Post asked for their comments on the summit.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Businesses 'key to AA partnerships'
Businesses 'key to AA partnerships'Zakki P. Hakim and Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Businesses in Asia and Africa have been told to take a central role in the partnership between the two continents and help create a more equitable and participative economic architecture in the world.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
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Is sustainable park management possible? M. Indrawan Jakarta2. Wimar -- Fifty years in the life of a student, an institution and a society 2 x 30 Asia Foundation: Fifty years in the life of an institution Wimar Witoelar Jakarta
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Stop selling coral
Stop selling coral Pondok Indah Mall in South Jakarta last weekend organized a display and sale of coral in various sizes worth millions of rupiah. Let us hope it was imitation coral, because it takes millions of years to form the habitat of such marine biota, which, in turn, is important to humans.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Malaysia gets crafty
Malaysia gets crafty From KompasMalaysia is among the nations in the world with "crafty" moves, as shown in the border dispute with Indonesia over the ownership of Sipadan and Ligitan islands. Malaysia built resorts on the islands even before the dispute was settled, without responding to...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Bankrupt Bintan resort for sale
Bankrupt Bintan resort for sale SINGAPORE: A bankrupt resort on the Indonesian island of Bintan was given the go-ahead to look for a buyer after Singapore's High Court threw out a bid by creditors to put it under judicial management, news reports said on Thursday.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Inco's Q1 net profit falls 31%
Inco's Q1 net profit falls 31%Leony Aurora, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPublicly listed PT International Nickel Indonesia (Inco) has announced a 31 percent drop of unaudited net income in this year's first quarter on higher production costs and shipping delays.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Jobless physicians
Jobless physicians need assignmentsFrom Warta KotaThe foreign medical personnel sent to Aceh and probably also Nias comprise not only specialists but also junior practitioners, so that they will have experience in handling various cases not found in their countries.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Two people died in a fire that destroyed five kiosks at Manggis
Two people died in a fire that destroyed five kiosks at Manggis market in Setiabudi, Central Jakarta. Antara news agency identified the victims as Sitia, 47, and her son, Firdaus, 26. The two bodies were taken to Cipto Mangungkusumo General Hospital.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Zakki P. Hakim
Zakki P. Hakim Jakarta 2. STaff1 -- Strategies for civil service reform in Indonesia 1 x 35Part 1 of 2 Strategies for RI civil service reform Staffan Synnerstrom Jakarta
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Better basic services for Indonesia
Better basic services for IndonesiaMenno Pradhan Jakarta Indonesia's citizens deserve better services. Many Indonesians lack access to basic services and this impacts human development outcome. Three percent of primary school age children, that is almost 900,000 children, do not go to school; 25...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
TNI soldier arrested for robbery
TNI soldier arrested for robbery Abdul Khalik The Jakarta Post/JakartaA military (TNI) personnel identified as SY, 32, and a civilian identified as SP, 34, were arrested by police and several local residents on Wednesday evening for stealing a cellular phone from a woman identified as Magdalena in...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Principles of life
Principles of life Much has changed in the world in 50 years. Technology, economic development and the birth of a new international order has precipitated a world that is inching closer to the ideals that mankind strives for.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
RI to pursue deeper economic ties with Africa
RI to pursue deeper economic ties with AfricaZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIndonesia must learn from China, Japan, India and Malaysia and take advantage of the African market despite its small size and Indonesia's limited capabilities as regards developing new markets.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Philips Jusario Vermonte
Philips Jusario Vermonte Jakarta 2. Abbas -- A reflection on the Fiftieth Anniversary of Asian- African 1 x 30 Asia, Africa and the Non-Aligned Movement Hafid Abbas Jakarta
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Taman Mini's museums
Taman Mini's museums require maintenanceFrom Media IndonesiaOver the last few months, our family has been visiting various interesting places, particularly museums and regional pavilions at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah in East Jakarta.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
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;JP;005; ANPAj..r.. West Jakarta records high E-coli bacteria JP/8/great W. Jakarta has highest E-coli JAKARTA: The E-coli bacteria, which contributes to diarrhea, is present in high levels in Jakarta's ground water, with West Jakarta the worst-affected area, the City Health Agency said on Friday.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Chris John out to prove himself in Gainer bout
Chris John out to prove himself in Gainer boutThe Jakarta Post Jakarta When champion Chris John takes on Derrick Gainer in the long- awaited World Boxing Association (WBA) featherweight title bout on Friday evening, both fighters will have something to prove.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
TV dramas negatively
TV dramas negatively influence teensFrom Warta KotaThe various television dramas with teenage themes broadcast by private TV stations have created new behavior in social life, which causes alienation from the nation's oriental culture, particularly among youths.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Susilo meets world leaders at State Palace
Susilo meets world leaders at State PalaceRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono accepted courtesy calls on Thursday from a number of foreign leaders to talk about efforts to enhance relations ahead of the Asian-African Summit.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Soldier arrested on robbery charges
Soldier arrested on robbery chargesAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaA military (TNI) personnel identified as SY, 32, and a civilian identified as SP, 34, were arrested by police and several local residents on Wednesday evening for stealing a cellular phone from a woman identified as Magdalena...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
AA leaders to renew commitment
AA leaders to renew commitmentThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAmid all the changes that have taken place over the past half century, the spirit to build a better world shared among Asian and African nations has remained alive, as witnessed by the gathering of the leaders of the two continents in a two-day...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Exclusive zone,
Exclusive zone, territorial claimsFrom KompasAn article in Kompas daily (March 7) written by I Basis Susilo noted that Indonesia's loss of Sipadan and Ligitan islands was due to the lack of a continuous presence, effective settlement and guarantee for nature conservation on border islands.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Ready to help,
Ready to help, but no one asked. I am interested to know why your country did not ask for help with rescuing village people trapped in the aftermath of the recent earthquake on the island of Nias.I am a member of New Zealand's Specialized Urban Search And Rescue task force, and we were saddened to...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Death sentence for corruptors
Death sentence for corruptorsFrom Media IndonesiaThe attorney general has said that capital punishment is still needed to deter criminals, but the sentence has not been handed down to any corruptors, and yet the country is still in the midst of a crisis.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
New website to help investors buy bonds in Asian markets
New website to help investors buy bonds in Asian marketsPotential investors -- be they institutional, retail, local or foreign -- can buy and trade Asian government securities through the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) AsianBondsOnline website.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Prosecutors seek life in jail for Aussie drug suspect
Prosecutors seek life in jail for Aussie drug suspectWahjoe Boediwardhana, The Jakarta Post, DenpasarDenpasar prosecutors demanded on Thursday that an Australian woman be jailed for life for attempting to smuggle a large quantity of marijuana onto the resort island of Bali.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Police grill top Bulog official
Police grill top Bulog officialJAMBI, Jambi: The Jambi Police are investigating a top official at Jambi's State Logistics Agency (Bulog) over alleged financial irregularities.Imanual Wiandoko is being investigated after reporting that a business colleague, Taslim Moe, failed to repay Rp 1 billion...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
W. Jakarta has highest E-coli
W. Jakarta has highest E-coli JAKARTA: The E-coli bacteria, which contributes to diarrhea, is present in high levels in Jakarta's ground water, with West Jakarta the worst-affected area, the City Health Agency said on Friday.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Paper parks no more: Is sustainable park management possible?
Paper parks no more: Is sustainable park management possible? M. Indrawan Jakarta Protected parks continue to be a source of controversy in Indonesia as much as many other country of the South. Establishments of the parks are frequently based on biophysical considerations, but often overlook the...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
A reflection on the 50th anniversary of AAC
A reflection on the 50th anniversary of AAC OR A reflection on the Fiftieth Anniversary of Asian-African conference and the birth of the Non-Aligned MovementHafid Abbas Jakarta With the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Asian- African Conference (AAC) on April 19 to April 24 in Jakarta...