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Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Support for Palestine sought
Support for Palestine soughtThe Congress of Indonesian Muslims in Jakarta on Wednesday issued a recommendation for the Asian-African Summit to support the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
The Asia-Africa club
The Asia-Africa club What is it that this week's Asian-African Summit in Jakarta hopes to accomplish? Why go through all the trouble of bringing in leaders and representatives from 106 countries, given the logistical and security nightmare, not to mention the financial challenge, that gatherings of...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
26 Apr-29 Apr ASEANPLAS 2005 - International Trade Fair for
26 Apr-29 Apr ASEANPLAS 2005 - International Trade Fair for Plastics and Rubber26 Apr - 27 Apr 7th Asia Cement Markets Conference 200527 Apr - 29 Apr Asian Airport World 200529 Apr - 30 Apr Indulgence Expo4 May - 6 May Opto Electronics World 20054 May - 6 May Nanotech World 20054 May - 6 May...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Governor irked by disguised campaign
Governor irked by disguised campaignSAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: East Kalimantan Governor Suwarna A.F has lashed out at disguised campaigns ahead of direct elections in the province."Some parties have violated campaign rules.
Thu, 21 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 Gunung...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Singapore remains Asia's top MICE destination
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
Batik Danar Hadi Jl. Melawai, Blok M, South Jakarta
Batik Danar Hadi Jl. Melawai, Blok M, South Jakarta offers wide selection and abundant of batik fabrics from variety of patterns and styles and verying degrees of quality. Batik Keris, Keris Gallery in Menteng, South Jakarta sells ready-to-wear kebaya, batik fabrics and more modern ensembles.Jl.
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
More tourists visit China, M'sia, Thailand
More tourists visit China, M'sia, Thailand SINGAPORE: China, Malaysia and Thailand have been reeling in international tourists while Singapore, Indonesia and the Philippines have seen their share slide, World Tourism Organization data showed on Wednesday.
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
Three students hospitalized after Ambon police raid
Three students hospitalized after Ambon police raidM. Azis Tunny, The Jakarta Post, AmbonAmbon police officers stormed the Pattimura University campus and attacked students there on Wednesday after a minor quarrel, leaving at least 10 students injured, three of whom had to be admitted to a local...
Thu, 21 Apr 2005
Women drivers join TransJakarta buses
Women drivers join TransJakarta buses JAKARTA: Three of 12 women recruited to drive busway buses will report to work Thursday, the day the country celebrates the anniversary of the birth of national heroine Kartini on April 21.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Guards in place for summit and delegates
Guards in place for summit and delegatesAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaWalking back and forth in front of the entrance of the Jakarta Convention Center (JCC) in Central Jakarta, Second Private Yatno, 27, remained on the alert.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
'TVRI' under investigation
'TVRI' under investigation SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: Prosecutors are investigating the alleged embezzlement of Rp 1.7 billion (US$188,888) of East Kalimantan's TVRI television station's 2003-2004 operational funds.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
JP/18/SELO1
JP/18/SELO1checked -- JSR Fifteen green years at SelolimanIn May, conservationists worldwide celebrate the 15th anniversary of Indonesia's first non-commercial, non-governmental, environment center. Jakarta Post contributor based in Surabaya Duncan Graham reports:When Kermit the TV cartoon frog...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Court grants convicted Puteh city arrest status
Court grants convicted Puteh city arrest statusTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaSuspended Aceh Governor Abdullah Puteh, who was sentenced to 10 years' in jail last week following his conviction on corruption charges, has been granted city arrest status by the Jakarta High Court due to health...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
RI motorcycle sales rise 34%
RI motorcycle sales rise 34%JAKARTA: Indonesia's motorcycle sales rose 34 percent in March from a year earlier, faster than the growth in February, PT Astra International, the nation's biggest auto distributor, said on Tuesday.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Investment opportunities abound, risks remain high
Investment opportunities abound, risks remain highRiyadi Suparno, The Jakarta Post, Tanjung Benoa, BaliAustralian and Indonesian businesspeople are of the view that investment opportunities in Indonesia are abundant -- especially in the infrastructure sector -- but that equally risks are still...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
JP/7/BAND1
JP/7/BAND1Please don't delete bolding, thx.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.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Indonesia employs three million child laborers: Survey
Indonesia employs three million child laborers: SurveyRidwan Max Sijabat, The Jakarta Post, JakartaMore than three million school-aged children in the country work in numerous sectors to help support their family.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
TV Program: Thursday, April 21, 2005
TV Program: Thursday, April 21, 2005 .TB.30" .90"TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Maya the Bee7:30 Cartoon: Hero Classic8:30 Music: Asyik-Asyik10:00 Talk Show: Wirausaha11:00 News: Berita Nusantara 12:00 p.m.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Bali is 'a narcotics transit hub'
Bali is 'a narcotics transit hub'Reuters, JakartaSmugglers are using the resort island of Bali as a waystation for narcotics distribution, the country's police chief said on Tuesday, following the arrest of nine Australians in Bali on allegations of heroin trafficking.
Wed, 20 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.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
The U.S. 'revitalizes' its Southeast Asia policy
The U.S. 'revitalizes' its Southeast Asia policyKavi Chongkittavorn, The Nation, Asia News Network, Bangkok It was a splendid coincidence in Washington. Last week the cherry blossoms (sakura) were in full bloom, beautifully dotting the curve of the Potomac River and hanging over the sidewalks,...
Wed, 20 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...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
In recognition of the significance of the Asian-African Summit
In recognition of the significance of the Asian-African Summit and the Commemorative Summit of the Bandung Conference, The Jakarta Post is presenting special daily coverage of historical events both in Jakarta and Bandung.- Editor
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
BATI forecasts higher cigarette sales
BATI forecasts higher cigarette salesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAfter posting a decline in sales in 2004, PT British American Tobacco Indonesia (BATI) expects to bounce back and enjoy higher cigarette sales this year, in line with projected improvements in the country's tobacco market.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Mining in forests opposed in court
Mining in forests opposed in courtTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaEnvironmentalists testified on Tuesday before the Constitutional Court about the devastating effects of open-pit mining in protected forests as they attempted to have a controversial law permitting that practice annulled.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
JP/18/SIA
JP/18/SIA'Enchanting Bali' and boarding pass aim to lure guests to BaliRita A.Widiadana The Jakarta Post/DenpasarIt was a rainy April morning, unusual weather for normally sunny Bali. This was the result of minor cyclone Juliet, which swept through East Indonesian waters from April 7 through to...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Officials discuss grant guidelines
Officials discuss grant guidelines JAKARTA: The City Council's Commission E on people's welfare met with officials of the City Elementary Education Agency on Tuesday to discuss guidelines on the use of the scholarship grants for schools following reports of alleged misuse of the funds by some...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
JP/7/let
JP/7/letIndonesia and human rights The recent series of articles in The Jakarta Post from Geneva on Indonesia's chairmanship of the UN Commission on Human Rights contain statements that are simply not factual -- not to call them wrong.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
A dummy's guide to the Asian-African Summit
A dummy's guide to the Asian-African SummitIndonesia hosts one of the biggest gatherings of world leaders outside of the United Nations. Below is a quick guide to the conference that will bring together leaders and senior officials from 106 countries.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Six killed, nine injured as train smashes into crowd
Six killed, nine injured as train smashes into crowdAbdul Khalik The Jakarta Post/JakartaAt least six people were killed and nine others seriously injured when a passenger train smashed into a crowd gathered along the tracks between Jatinegara station in East Jakarta and Manggarai station in South...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Japanese tourists cancel trips to HK
Japanese tourists cancel trips to HKHONG KONG: Japanese tourists are canceling holidays to Hong Kong fearing they will be caught up in anti-Japanese protests that have erupted in Chinese cities, travel associations said on Tuesday.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Courage to face history
Courage to face history When Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi and Chinese President Hu Jintao attend the Asian-African Summit on Saturday and Sunday in Jakarta and Bandung, the legacy of the pre-World War II era of Japanese colonialism of China will continue to haunt their relationship.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Trade Fair reflects economic relations
Trade Fair reflects economic relationsZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPerhaps the most interesting "product" displayed in the 2005 Asia Africa Trade Fair, held at the Bung Karno Indoor Stadium (Istora) in Senayan from Monday to Thursday, is the original copy of the Final Communique of the...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Charlton eyes Asian player for Man. United
Charlton eyes Asian player for Man. UnitedAgencies, Hong Kong English soccer great Bobby Charlton said on Tuesday that the standard of Asian soccer had improved significantly and that he hoped Manchester United would one day sign a player from the region.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Wawasa residents struggle against poverty, malaria
Wawasa residents struggle against poverty, malariaM. Azis Tunny, The Jakarta Post, WawasaDespite the scorching sun, eight-year-old Ratima was shivering. She appeared weak and her eyes did not shine with anticipation, as other children's do when they greet visitors.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Sweepers clean AA toll road
Sweepers clean AA toll roadAt least 600 people were recruited as street sweepers to clean the Cikampek-Purwakarta-Padalarang (Cipularang) toll road ahead of the planned visit to Bandung, West Java, on Sunday.Parts of the 41.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Police arrest man for cement fraud in Bogor
Police arrest man for cement fraud in BogorTheresia Sufa, The Jakarta Post, BogorBogor City Police arrested a man for selling cheap cement and passing it off as Tiga Roda cement produced by PT Indocement Tunggak Prakasa Tbk. during a raid at a warehouse belonging to a brick company on Saturday.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
America rethinks its Southeast Asia policy
America rethinks its Southeast Asia policyMorton Abramowitz and Stephen Bosworth, Washington, D.C. The United States needs a longer-term approach to Southeast Asia. This means getting a better perspective on China's role in the region.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Police, ILO issue dispute guidelines
Police, ILO issue dispute guidelinesJAKARTA: Police officers in the country now have guidelines on how to approach situations stemming from labor disputes, such as strikes.The National Police and the International Labor Organization (ILO) jointly launched on Tuesday a book of guidelines in a...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Exxon asks for buyers' guarantee before developing block in Aceh
Exxon asks for buyers' guarantee before developing block in AcehThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAs negotiations to develop the Block A gas field in Aceh continue, ExxonMobil Oil Indonesia, which with ConocoPhilips hold the concession rights to the field, has requested a payment guarantee from buyers.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Migrant workers still not receiving training
Migrant workers still not receiving trainingFadli, The Jakarta Post, BatamThe three-story building looked quiet. There was little sign of life, apart from a guard at the security post up front.It's been a year since the Indonesian Migrant Worker Training and Empowerment Center, which is located in...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Election of new chief not expected to heal PKB rift
Election of new chief not expected to heal PKB riftThe Jakarta Post, Semarang/CirebonThe election of House of Representatives deputy speaker Muhaimin Iskandar as the new National Awakening Party (PKB) leader here early on Tuesday is not likely to end the internal rift within the party, as his...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Providing evidence of corruption in economic perspective
Providing evidence of corruption in economic perspectiveJhon Tafbu Ritonga, Medan Two prominent economists who are well-known for their critical analysis of economic affairs and corruption were legally warned by Taxation Directorate of the State Department of Finance.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Workers report manpower agency
Workers report manpower agency BATAM, Riau Islands: Fed up with waiting to be sent to Malaysia as promised by a manpower agency, some 13 women left the agency's shelter in Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands, a police officer said on Tuesday.Tanjung Pinang Police chief of criminal investigations Adj. Comr.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Indonesia and human rights
Indonesia and human rights The recent series of articles in The Jakarta Post from Geneva on Indonesia's chairmanship of the UN Commission on Human Rights contain statements that are simply not factual -- not to call them wrong.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
BlueScope mulls upping capacity
BlueScope mulls upping capacity MELBOURNE: BlueScope Steel Ltd., Australia's biggest steelmaker, is considering doubling the capacity of a metallic- coating and painting factory in Indonesia as demand for its products increases.
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Adiguna's gun killed Rudy: Ballistic, forensic experts
Adiguna's gun killed Rudy: Ballistic, forensic expertsThe Jakarta Post, JakartaA police ballistics expert testified on Tuesday at the murder trial of businessman Adiguna Sutowo that the defendant's gun was used in the shooting of trainee waiter Johannes "Rudy" Berchmans Haerudy Natong at the Hilton...
Wed, 20 Apr 2005
Japan urged to invest in RI manufacturing
Japan urged to invest in RI manufacturingUrip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, JakartaIndonesia is seeking an increase in Japanese investment in the manufacturing sector through an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) the two countries are currently discussing, to further bolster Indonesian trade to...