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Fri, 22 Apr 2005
RI sends 23 trainee nurses to Australia
RI sends 23 trainee nurses to Australia JAKARTA: The labor consignment agency, the Binawan Group, has sent another 23 nurses to work in Australian hospitals.The nurses, who finished their course of study at the Binawan Institute of Health Sciences (Stikes Binawan) in Jakarta, left for Sydney on...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Asia-Africa partnership to build principled world
Asia-Africa partnership to build principled worldYayan GH Mulyana, Bogor, West Java President George W. Bush's continued War On Terror means that for many states there seem to be only two foreign policy options: "Either with us (the U.S. and by his inference, the West) or against us.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Prosecutors quiz top Mandiri official over alleged graft
Prosecutors quiz top Mandiri official over alleged graftEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A top Bank Mandiri official was grilled by prosecutors for more than six hours on Thursday over a massive corruption scandal involving up to Rp 12 trillion (US$1.
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
Objectivity in Mulyana's case
Objectivity in Mulyana's caseFrom Bisnis IndonesiaThe press has apparently reached a verdict on the case of Mulyana W. Kusumah's alleged bribery and corruption in the General Elections Commission, while in fact before any court decision, Mulyana should be presumed innocent.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Chikungunya spreads in West Lombok
Chikungunya spreads in West LombokChikungunya epidemic has struck at least two subdistricts in West Lombok regency in the past week, infecting and paralyzing dozens of residents in the area. Thamrin Hijaz, a senior official at the West Lombok Health Office, said on Wednesday that 48 people in...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
* RI to pursue deeper economic ties with Africa Page 3
* RI to pursue deeper economic ties with Africa Page 3 * Prosecutors seek life in jail for Aussie drug suspect Page 4 * Poor Mother Earth, your children treat you like dirt Page 6 * Bandung, a haven for snack-lovers and shoppers Page 7 * Chris John out to prove himself in Gainer bout Page 10 *...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Part 1 of 2
Part 1 of 2Strategies for civil service reform in Indonesia Jakarta Many in Indonesia seem to agree to the need for civil service reform. But a consensus on what a civil service reform would imply does not exist.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Heroic song to greet delegates
Heroic song to greet delegates The English version of an Indonesian heroic song Halo-halo Bandung, composed by the late Ismail Marzuki, will be played during the golden jubilee celebration of the Asian-African Conference in Bandung on Sunday.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Arson suspected in Bojong fire
Arson suspected in Bojong fire BOGOR: The Wednesday fires in two houses near the controversial Bojong waste dump site in Klapa Nunggal were probably the work of local thugs hired to terrorize villagers opposed to the dump, residents say.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Myanmar says it won't be pressured on ASEAN
Myanmar says it won't be pressured on ASEANAchmad Sukarsono, Reuters/Jakarta Myanmar, under renewed pressure over its human rights record, said on Thursday it would not discuss democratic reforms at a meeting of Asian and African leaders in Indonesia that the junta's top general is attending.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Andung needs to prove himself quickly
Andung needs to prove himself quicklyZakki P. Hakim Jakarta First impressions are usually lasting, and are certainly telling. In his first public appearance, Minister of Industry Andung A. Nitimihardja disappointed his audience by telling the story of his long career with the Investment...
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
The Jakarta Post staff writer Sudibyo M. Wiradji recently joined
The Jakarta Post staff writer Sudibyo M. Wiradji recently joined the Educational Familiarization Program on Singapore's Meeting Incentives, Convention and Exhibition (MICE) industry. This two- page special report is the first of two editions on the industry.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
New visa rules half Filipino artists
New visa rules half Filipino artists MANILA: The deployment of Filipino entertainers to Japan has fallen by almost 50 percent after Tokyo implemented tighter immigration rules, Philippine labor officials said on Thursday.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Breakfast planned for WTO's G-33
Breakfast planned for WTO's G-33Minister of Trade Mari E. Pangestu is to host a breakfast meeting on Saturday at the Hilton Hotel for representatives of 33 developing nations to discuss the fight for special and differential treatment for farm products liberalization in the World Trade Organization.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Classes resume at Pattimura University
Classes resume at Pattimura UniversityAMBON, Maluku: Classes resumed on Thursday at Pattimura University, one of eastern Indonesia's leading campuses, a day after an attack by police officers sent three students to the hospital.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Informant law a must
Informant law a must The fate of Khairiansyah Salman (a Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) auditor who recently blew the whistle on the General Elections Commission (KPU) for alleged corruption, which led to KPU member Mulyana W.
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
Altria sees close of Sampoerna bid on May 18
Altria sees close of Sampoerna bid on May 18Christina Cheddar Berk, Dow Jones/New YorkAltria Group Inc. Chief Financial Dinyar Devitre said on Wednesday Philip Morris International expects to close its tender offer for PT Hanjaya Mandala Sampoerna on May 18.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Bali and the 'Post'
Bali and the 'Post' I know there is a long way from the printing machine to my home in Krobokan, Bali. But I never will understand, why it is not possible for The Jakarta Post to arrive at my home before noon.Usually the Post comes between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Fri, 22 Apr 2005
Tobacco tax increase sought
Tobacco tax increase soughtThe Jakarta Post, JakartaCalls increased on Wednesday for the government to boost its anti-smoking campaign by raising taxes on cigarettes and ratifying the global tobacco control pact.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
* Supreme Court torpedoes Pertamina tanker case appeals Page 2
* Supreme Court torpedoes Pertamina tanker case appeals Page 2 * Jakarta KPUD denies markup allegations Page 3 * RI Catholics hail election of new pope Page 4 * Ambon Police raid Pattimura University Page 5 * Hail Pope Benedict XVI, confidant of John Paul II Page 6 * U.S.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
RI Catholics hail election of new pope
RI Catholics hail election of new popeThe Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Bishops Council of Indonesia (KWI) and the country's Catholics hailed the election of German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger as Pope Benedict XVI on Tuesday.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Specials Report -- Singapore-MICE
Specials Report -- Singapore-MICE More wireless rooms available in Singapore The rising number of business visitors has prompted more hotels and serviced apartments in Singapore to offer services and facilities specially designed to meet the needs of business travelers.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Puteh barred from leaving Jakarta
Puteh barred from leaving Jakarta JAKARTA: The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) officially executed on Wednesday a change in corruption criminal Abdullah Puteh's status to that of "city arrest", due to health concerns, KPK prosecutor Khaidir Ramli said.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, April 23, 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Saturday, April 23, 2005Exhibitions* Indian Painting Exhibition, at World Trade Center, Jl. Sudirman Kav. 27-29 South Jakarta, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., until April 30 * Painting Arok Dedes Pramoedya: Sebuah Tafsir Visual by Muhamad Yusuf at Gallery Lontar , Jl.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Police to pursue alleged graft in block grant fund for schools
Police to pursue alleged graft in block grant fund for schoolsDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe police said on Wednesday they would investigate the alleged misuse of a block grant by officials at SMP 232 junior high school in East Jakarta, even if the City Primary Education Agency and...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
'Cak' Roes: Bandung Conference mastermind
'Cak' Roes: Bandung Conference mastermindAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta On Friday and Saturday, Indonesia and South Africa will jointly host a gigantic summit of Asian and African leaders in Jakarta.For Indonesia, it will not be the first time for such a gathering.
Thu, 21 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.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
The legends of '55, leaders to watch in 2005
The legends of '55, leaders to watch in 2005The magnitude of the 1955 Bandung conference was, in part, due to the presence of Asian and African leaders who were legends in their own time. Who will shine at the 2005 summit?Below are brief sketches of the legends of 1955 and the potential stars of...
Thu, 21 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...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
RI can learn from other countries
RI can learn from other countriesJakarta will soon host the two-day Asian-African Summit 2005, with at least 56 heads of state expected to attend. The Jakarta Post interviewed two residents to find out what they thought about the event.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Correction: In the article Toshiba to expand market via education
Correction: In the article Toshiba to expand market via education on page 13, April 15, we misquoted "The company will donate ..." in the first paragraph. The article should have read "The company cooperates with Pelita Harapan University by selling..." We apologize for the error. -- Editor
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Between meeting -- planes, trains and automobiles
Between meeting -- planes, trains and automobilesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaHow do you transport 60 of the most important people in Asia and Africa?Arranging safe, reliable and fitting transportation, both for within Jakarta and for the day trip to Bandung, West Java is one of the summit organizer's...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Theater festival explores gender-sensitive themes
Theater festival explores gender-sensitive themesI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, DenpasarThe All-Bali Theater Festival at the island's arts center in late April promises to provoke thought on the roles that women play in a traditionally patriarchal society, which is insensitive toward gender...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Asian-African partnership endorsed
Asian-African partnership endorsedDwi Atmanta and Adrian Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Ministers from Asia and Africa endorsed on Wednesday the draft of the New Asian-African Strategic Partnership (NAASP), which will serve as a framework for political solidarity, economic cooperation and...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
OK, thnks
OK, thnks Singapore remains Asia's top MICE destination Singapore has served as a trading hub and financial center for Southeast Asia thanks to its strategic location and environment conducive to international business activities.
Thu, 21 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...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Exxon, Pertamina told to settle dispute
Exxon, Pertamina told to settle disputeBloomberg, JakartaPresident Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono ordered state oil and gas company PT Pertamina and Exxon Mobil Corp. to settle a dispute that has stalled development of the nation's biggest untapped oil field for more than three years.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Mothers play vital role in health of families
Mothers play vital role in health of familiesThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta A boy asks for the carton of milk that his mother has just bought for him. He finishes it in less than five minutes and returns the empty container to his mother, who thoughtlessly throws it out of the window.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Rupiah depreciation unlikely to affect business: Minister
Rupiah depreciation unlikely to affect business: MinisterRendi A. Witular and Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe sharp depreciation of the Indonesian rupiah against the U.S. dollar is unlikely to affect the country's business sector much as the main driver behind the depreciation was...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Kartini, her life and letters
Kartini, her life and lettersSusan J. Natih, Jakarta April 21 is always remembered in Indonesia as the day of women's emancipation that was initiated by Kartini, who was born on this day in 1879 in a village called Mayong, which is today located in the province of Central Java.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Bandung-CityGuide
Bandung-CityGuideJP/7/BAND1Bandung, a haven for snack-lovers and shoppersYuli Tri Suwarni The Jakarta Post/BandungBandung, the capital of West Java province, is about 180 kilometers away from Jakarta. The city is known as a haven for snack-lovers and shoppers, as thousands of food vendors, upmarket...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Indonesia-India cultural links
Indonesia-India cultural links I was going through the article Exploring Indonesian and Indian cultural links published in The Jakarta Post on April 11, and realized that Indonesia and India share an ancient history.India is one of the oldest democracies in the world.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
'Myanmar must not take ASEAN chair'
'Myanmar must not take ASEAN chair'PHILIPPINES: The Philippine Senate unanimously approved a resolution Wednesday calling for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to strip Myanmar of the group's chairmanship next year.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Wary officials eye Mt. Soputan
Wary officials eye Mt. SoputanJonker Rumteh, The Jakarta Post, South MinahasaMount Soputan in South Minahasa, North Sulawesi, has had two minor eruptions during the past two days and officials are worried about the safety of nearby residents.The first eruption occurred on Tuesday evening at 5:15 p.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Objectivity in Mulyana's case
Objectivity in Mulyana's caseFrom Bisnis IndonesiaThe press has apparently reached a verdict on the case of Mulyana W. Kusumah's alleged bribery and corruption in the General Elections Commission, while in fact before any court decision, Mulyana should be presumed innocent.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
TV Today: Friday, April 22, 2005
TV Today: Friday, April 22, 2005 .TB.30" .90"TVRI .tb .30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Maya the Bee8:30 Music: Asik-Asik 11:00 News: Berita Nusantara11:30 Religious Teachings1:00 p.m.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
KPUD washes hands of mark-up allegations
KPUD washes hands of mark-up allegationsBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Jakarta provincial General Election Commissions (KPUD) said it was not responsible for any alleged mark-ups on the rental fees of houses used for its secretariats in six regions.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
U.S. firm Amerada to invest $500m in RI
U.S. firm Amerada to invest $500m in RIRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, JakartaU.S.-based energy firm Amerada Hess Corp. plans to invest some US$500 million during the next two or three years to develop its offshore gas and oil concession in Pangkah, East Java.Chief executive officer John B.