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Mon, 15 Apr 2002
22 nations to attend anti-terrorism workshop
22 nations to attend anti-terrorism workshopAgence France-Presse, Bangkok Law enforcement officials from 22 nations will attend an anti- terrorism workshop here this week aimed at improving security strategies and regional cooperation, Thailand's foreign ministry said.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Eight nabbed for counterfeiting
Eight nabbed for counterfeitingYogita Tahilramani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The police arrested eight men and seized Rp 30 million (about US$3,000) in fake Rp 100,000 banknotes on Saturday, but the public should be cautious as the gang admitted to having put some Rp 500 million in fake banknotes...
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Producers continue with plans to cut rubber output
Producers continue with plans to cut rubber outputDow Jones, Bangkok Thailand, Indonesia and Malaysia - the world's top three rubber producers - have pledged to continue with their plan to cut rubber output and exports as well as set up a joint rubber consortium to buy and stock rubber, officials...
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Lampung governor urged to announce budget audit
Lampung governor urged to announce budget auditOyos Saroso, The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung Legislators, non-governmental networks and observers have called on the Lampung provincial administration to release the results of the Government Audit Agency (BPKP) report on the province's 2001 budget...
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Activists set to boost antiprivatization drive
Activists set to boost antiprivatization driveKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Over 120 labor activists from around the country warned on Sunday against pursuing trade liberalization and the privatization of state-owned enterprises, arguing that such moves would only inflict more suffering...
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
1. BP (4x14)
1. BP (4x14) BP's East Java gas supply concession may be terminated Ander (4x10) Andersen RI unit to merge with E&Y
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Opposition grows against plan to localize, legalize gambling
Opposition grows against plan to localize, legalize gamblingAnnastashya Emmanuelle and Nana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Cirebon The Jakarta administration's plan to localize gambling activities on the Seribu Islands, north of Jakarta, has drawn strong opposition from the country's national...
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
'RRI' tower collapses
'RRI' tower collapses JAKARTA: The transmission tower of state Radio Republik Indonesia (RRI) on Jl. Antena in Radio Dalam area, South Jakarta, collapsed on Saturday, slightly disrupting the radio's operations.Strong winds that blew during heavy rain battered the 60-meter tower.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Andersen RI unit to merge with E&Y
Andersen RI unit to merge with E&YAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian unit of troubled accounting giant Arthur Andersen, called Prasetio, Utomo & Co., is planning to merge its operation with Ernst & Young (EY), according to a source.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Military professionalism pays off but not enough to end conflict in Aceh
Military professionalism pays off but not enough to end conflict in AcehLela E. Madjiah, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh Improving professionalism among troops has been the focus of attention and efforts of the Indonesian Military (TNI) ever since the country embarked on the reform movement in 1998.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Six die from diarrhea in NTT
Six die from diarrhea in NTT KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: At least six people have died in the latest outbreak of diarrhea over the last month, while 40 others are still undergoing intensive treatment in public health centers in remote parts of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), local health officials say.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
4 x 10
4 x 10 Govt team barred from Al Zaetun pesantren Lampung2 x 20 Lampung governor urged to announce budget audit ITP1 x 35 Cement firm sued for harassing journalists Sumut2 x 20 Sumut Airlines likely to use Malaysian aircraft
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Kopassus to celebrate golden year
Kopassus to celebrate golden year JAKARTA: Indonesian Military (TNI) Commander Adm. Widodo A.S. is scheduled to preside over a ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of the Army's Special Force (Kopassus) on April 16, while President Megawati Soekarnoputri will president nasi tumpeng, a traditional...
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Respite from Paris
Respite from Paris The government can now enjoy a respite from severe cash-flow problems after its sovereign creditors grouped in the Paris Club, as widely expected, approved its request for the rescheduling of US$5.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Noted religious leaders to make first Ambon visit
Noted religious leaders to make first Ambon visitA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta After three months of delay, prominent religious leaders in the country were set to make an unprecedented visit to riot-torn Ambon in Maluku on Monday, a noted Muslim leader said on Saturday.
Mon, 15 Apr 2002
Govt told to impress investors after Paris Club
Govt told to impress investors after Paris ClubDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's US$5.4 billion debt rescheduling deal with the Paris Club group of creditor nations has given the country fresh credibility, which economists say the government should follow up and capitalize on...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Band of protesters demands casinos for Jakarta, not islands
Band of protesters demands casinos for Jakarta, not islandsRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Around 250 fierce-looking protesters from Metro Watch, an organization allegedly backed by certain powerful underworld gambling businessmen, besieged Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso's residence at...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Troops kill 10 rebels in Aceh
Troops kill 10 rebels in Aceh INDONESIA: Ten separatist rebels have been killed in the latest violence in Aceh province, the military said on Saturday. Troops killed the 10 members of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) in three separate clashes at Tapaktuan in South Aceh district on Friday, Aceh military...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Hope springs eternal for jaded ol' Jl. Jaksa
Hope springs eternal for jaded ol' Jl. JaksaBill Blade, Contributor, Jakarta Less like a gracious old dame fallen on hard times than a raunchy old hussy gone past her use-by date, Jl. Jaksa has been looking decidedly frayed around the edges of late.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Paris Club gives RI $5.4b in debt relief
Paris Club gives RI $5.4b in debt reliefReuters, Paris The Paris Club of creditor countries rewarded Indonesia's economic and legal reforms on Friday with a debt rescheduling deal vital to the nation's fiscal and overall stability.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Tips for a trip to Anak Krakatau
Tips for a trip to Anak Krakatau Getting there: There are several alternative ways of getting there. However, we chose to go first to Carita Beach by bus before sailing to the island by motorboat.It's about two hours' drive from Jakarta to Carita, and three hours more on the boat.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Fitness fits and starts: Sticking with the program
Fitness fits and starts: Sticking with the programThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta LifeSpa consultant Brian Bildt calls it "the rhythm method of girth control".He is joking, but serial fitness failures -- people who start a program but quickly give it up due to one of a litany of excuses -- is a serious...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Tropical Gardens: A jungle setting in your own backyard
Tropical Gardens: A jungle setting in your own backyardMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The beauty of tropical plants never loses its charms and it is among the most popular concepts brought home to adorn residential gardens.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Public grows more open to on-screen sex
Public grows more open to on-screen sexJoko E.H. Anwar, Contributor, Jakarta Moviegoers may still recall the public outcry after the release of action/horror flick Pembalasan Ratu Pantai Selatan (The Vengeance of South Coast Queen), back in 1987.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Anak Krakatau: Getting into the spirit of adventure
Anak Krakatau: Getting into the spirit of adventureHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Sertung Island, Lampung It was not a classy resort this time. No fancy hotel, no comfortable room, no hot water, no king-size bed. In fact, no bed at all.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Portuguese ambassador Gomes feeling right at home
Portuguese ambassador Gomes feeling right at homeMehru Jaffer, Contributor, Jakarta Portuguese ambassador Ana Gomes has lived and worked in some of the most exciting cities in the world -- London, New York and Tokyo.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Select your type of detoxification
Select your type of detoxificationMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Mother Nature has regained popularity among Indonesians, particularly with those who are health conscious.Despite its novelty, the body purification program called detoxification, or detox, in the form of cleansing...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Tropical storm Bonnie headed Jakarta's way
Tropical storm Bonnie headed Jakarta's way Meteorological experts warned that an extraordinarily large amount of precipitation and strong winds may pound Jakarta within the next three days as tropical storm Bonnie makes its way northward in the eastern Indian Ocean from an area near East Nusa...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Confidence counts for director Rudi
Confidence counts for director RudiHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta There are at least two things you should keep in mind if you meet director Rudi Soedjarwo, whose latest film Ada Apa Dengan Cinta? (What's Up With Cinta?) has turned out to be a major hit here.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
On the record
On the record Artist: Sheila on 7. Album: 07 Des (Sony Music Indonesia) Listening to this album is kind of a relief. Before its release, skeptics doubted the Yogyakarta-based band would maintain their "one-million-copies sold" rating.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
TV Program: Sunday, April 14, 2002
TV Program: Sunday, April 14, 2002TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News7:30 Sports8:30 Children's Program9:00 Music10:00 Children's Program12:30 p.m. Comedy1:00 Sports4:30 Performance6:00 News7:00 Comedy7:30 Music: Dansa Yo Dansa9:00 News9:30 Comic10:00 Music: Rock and Round12:30 a.m.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Silence descends on Bali on Hindu holy day
Silence descends on Bali on Hindu holy dayI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar Following another year of busy daily activity, Bali, the country's most popular tourist destination, turned eerily silent and peaceful during the observance of the Day of Silence (Nyepi) on Saturday, also a...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
SE Asian sports officials select sports for SEAG
SE Asian sports officials select sports for SEAGAssociated Press, Hanoi Sports officials from the 10 Southeast Asian countries have agreed unanimously on 21 events to be included in the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games to be held in Vietnam in 2003, state-controlled media reported Saturday.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Alternative medicine into the mainstream
Alternative medicine into the mainstreamEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The growing popularity of alternative medicine can be attributed in part to an underlying distrust in what conventional medicine here has to offer.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Why can't we spare a thought for others?
Why can't we spare a thought for others? The series of articles that appeared in The Jakarta Post this past week about our reluctance to queue were interesting to read, particularly after my own experience of living abroad for many years.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Do-it-yourself for someone special
Do-it-yourself for someone specialPersonalized presents -- mementos from the heartSusanna Tjokro, Contributor, Jakarta For many people, a gift is more than meets the eye. The idea and the work behind giving someone the best present possible deserves appreciation.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Matori favors putting off amendments
Matori favors putting off amendmentsNana Rukmana, The Jakarta Post, Cirebon, West Java Minister of Defense Matori Abdul Djalil expressed wariness on Saturday over the ongoing constitutional amendments and urged legislators to postpone the process due to the potentially divisive and unsettling...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
On the Shelf
On the Shelf World Food INDONESIA; By Patrick Wooton, photographs by Jerry Alexander; Published by Lonely Planet, 2002; Pb 272 pages; US$13.99 If you are thinking of going on a diet, hold your horses. Lonely Planet has just brought out a surreptitiously seductive culinary teaser to undermine your...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Helping out others brings its own rewards
Helping out others brings its own rewardsMonique Natalia, Contributor, Jakarta During February and March it was an everyday sight to see young people hauling boxes and soliciting donations at traffic lights to help Jakarta's flood victims.
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Steve Lawler: Testing dance music's boundaries
Steve Lawler: Testing dance music's boundariesJoseph Mangga, Contributor, Jakarta England's Steve Lawler -- a Global Underground DJ artist, a true turntable virtuoso, and the undisputed master of ultra- spacey, percussive Tribal House -- played at the end of March to a capacity crowd of over 3,000...
Sun, 14 Apr 2002
Bandung designers: Not content to be a fashion also-ran
Bandung designers: Not content to be a fashion also-ranMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Bandung Bandung offers more in the style stakes than its famous Cihampelas jeans, factory outlets crowded with Jakarta weekend visitors or Cibaduyud leather footwear.
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
Rediscovering the Asian identity
Rediscovering the Asian identityMegawati Soekarnoputri President, Indonesia We are now living in fast-changing world. What often concerns us is that the changes themselves always entail problems. They can be big, they can be small and in many cases they can be cumulative in nature.
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
1. NELAYAN -- 55 pts Bodoni Bold 7/1
1. NELAYAN -- 55 pts Bodoni Bold 7/1North Sumatra fisherfolk live in sheer poverty 2. BUDDHA -- 40 pts Bodoni Bold 4/1Buddhist novices wage war on drugs ============== 3. PEOPLE AND PLACES 4. PHOTOS
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
MUI's antipornography movement
MUI's antipornography movementFrom Pikiran Rakyat The moral movement of the Indonesian Ulemas Council (MUI) against pornography was not only initiated by its central executives but also resulted from its national meeting in 2000, national working conference in 2001 and the consensus between MUI and...
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
JP/4/NELES
JP/4/NELESSpecial autonomy will not solve crimes against Papuans Neles Tebay Pontifical University of Urbaniana The Jakarta Post Rome In December 2001, the Papuans, through peaceful rallies, rejected Jakarta's offer of special autonomy and demanded the government reveal who killed Theys Hiyo Eluay,...
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
City road conditions
City road conditions Since many people haven't experienced the daily dilemma of going to work in Jakarta on a motorcycle, my experience should prove to be an eye-opener.Having lived and worked in Indonesia for over 30 years, I, like most Indonesian executives and expatriates, enjoy the luxury of...
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
Decorate your desktops to brighten your day
Decorate your desktops to brighten your dayVishnu K. Mahmud Contributor Jakarta Tired of seeing the same color on the background of your computer screen? Are you sick of the picture of the beautiful rolling hills on your PC? Perhaps it's time to accessorize your virtual desktop.
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
Apriadi Gunawan
Apriadi Gunawan The Jakarta Post Medan Kamaluddin gently guided his 14-foot long boat to the pier where fishermen living in Block E of the Nelayan Indah housing complex tie up their boats. The complex is located only 2.5 kilometers from Jl. Yos Sudarso, the main road to Belawan Port near Medan.
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
Adrian edited this around 5pm on 12/4/02
Adrian edited this around 5pm on 12/4/02;JP;ICN; ANPAc..r.. Office-property-outlookMarket demand remains modest, trend is likely to continueI. Christianto Contributor Jakarta Office property in the capital reported modest growth during the first quarter of this year in line with the country's slow...
Sat, 13 Apr 2002
Software industry for Indonesia: What needs to be done
Software industry for Indonesia: What needs to be done (1x35)Zatni Arbi Columnist Jakarta zatni@cbn.net.id "Have you heard of the bumblebee story?" Andrew McBean, president director of PT Microsoft Indonesia, asked me over lunch last week. No, I had not.