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* Headlines: Suspect Akbar, out of detention, back to House 2

* Headlines: Suspect Akbar, out of detention, back to House 2* Opinion: Paris Club and the case for debt arbitration4* City: Hearing adjourned, flood victims disappointed 6* Archipelago: TV journalists held hostage in Boyolali7 * National: Young doctors cry foul over abuses 8* World: Malaysia inks...

Watch out, it's scary demons everywhere

Watch out, it's scary demons everywhereI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar, Bali Balinese youth have a very unique way of reminding everybody that Nyepi, the Hindu Day of Silence, is near: by trying to scare everybody off.

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;REUTERS; ANPAf..r.. Shipping-Malaysia-PortMalaysian port nabs Evergreen from SingaporeJP/cargoPatrick Chalmers Reuters Kuala LumpurMalaysia's Port of Tanjung Pelepas, dealing its second big blow in two years to Singaporean rival PSA, has landed a deal with Taiwanese shipping line Evergreen Marine...

Doctor says Estrada needs surgery

Doctor says Estrada needs surgery PHILIPPINES: Detained former president Joseph Estrada will be crippled within three years without immediate knee surgery, a government doctor told a court on Wednesday.

JP/4/C04

JP/4/C04 COMPANY: Borobudur Hotel Klub Borobudur: The right place to keep you fit and healthyMost people have their own theories about what makes a gym or fitness center special, and most of the theories are correct; It's the pampering, the exercise, the facilities and the equipment.

JP/12/BEJ

JP/12/BEJ .pl .rmStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in Rupiah) on April 10, 2002 ------------------------------------------------------------------ Shares Close Change Volume ------------------------------------------------------------------ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 235 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk 1,225...

Where to go in Bali: Thursday, April 11, 2002

Where to go in Bali: Thursday, April 11, 2002Exhibitions* Painting by Made Somadita, The Chedi (Tel. 0361 975963), Desa Malinggih Kelod, Gianyar, Ubud, until April 20. * Painting Discovery and Concern by Made Alit Suaja, Ketut Lekung Sugantika, I Wayan Susana, Taman Budaya Denpasar, April 16 - 21.

An outdated Constitution

An outdated Constitution With pressure on the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) mounting to have its formulation of a draft amendment to the 1945 Constitution completed by August -- which is when the Assembly is slated to meet for its annual session -- voices for and against an amendment are...

Politicians' behavior

Politicians' behaviorFrom KompasThe behavior of politicians in the House of Representatives/People's Consultative Assembly (MPR/DPR) should arouse the nation's grave concern. Almost none of them are of good character, and remain consistent in pursuit of their own interests.

Art embraces all in multicultural Bali

Art embraces all in multicultural BaliRita A.Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar Art has no boundaries. It encompasses religion, culture, race and geographical borders."Only in art forums, we can sit or stand equally. We seek no differences but similarities.

Malaysia inks $364 million missile deals, wants subs

Malaysia inks $364 million missile deals, wants subsEileen Ng, Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia on Wednesday ordered British and Russian missile systems worth US$364 million to boost its air power and agreed to buy its first ever submarines, but denied the shopping spree was aggressive.

Fishermen cancel tax protest

Fishermen cancel tax protestAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purwokerto Thousands of fishermen from Central Java canceled their plan to storm Jakarta on Wednesday in protest over the newly decreed fishing taxes, after Minister of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Rohimin Dahuri heeded some of their...

Malaysia, RI to boost intelligence cooperation

Malaysia, RI to boost intelligence cooperationAntara, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia has called for more exchange in intelligence information with Indonesia, including on terrorist networks in the two countries, Malaysian Police Inspector-General Norian Mai said on Tuesday.

'Nggapulu' set for maiden voyage

'Nggapulu' set for maiden voyage JAKARTA: Luxury vessel Nggapulu, the newest in the fleet belonging to national cruise liner PT Pelni, will set sail on its maiden voyage on Sunday for the route across eastern Indonesia.

BBN raids another drug lab in Tangerang

BBN raids another drug lab in TangerangYogita Tahilramani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The National Narcotics Agency (BBN), with the help of police detectives, raided on Wednesday another drug laboratory producing ecstasy pills in the Cipondoh area of Tangerang, seizing, among other things, around...

TaylorMade launches new drivers

TaylorMade launches new drivers JAKARTA: Indonesia's golfers were again provided with another choice of drivers when TaylorMade launched its latest products here on Wednesday.At the Prestasi Andalan Golf Driving Range, the Japan-based golf equipment maker introduced the R300 Ti and R320 Ti, which...

1. Malino --

1. Malino -- 1 x 22 48 pt Bodoni One route to Maluku peace Kirsten E. Schulze International History London School of Economics2. Russia -- Mideast conflict can be settled only by joint International efforts 1 x 32 36pt Bodoni Global effort vital to end Mideast strife Vasily ROGOV Historian RIA...

Asia recovery beats expectations: ADB, World Bank

Asia recovery beats expectations: ADB, World BankAlan Yonan Jr., Dow Jones, Singapore Most Asian economies are rebounding faster than expected, thanks to renewed demand for the region's exports and successful economic stimulus efforts by local governments, two top multilateral lenders said in...

Maluku's future threat

Maluku's future threat The nation is sad. In the midst of the great spirit of peace in Maluku, a bomb exploded on Jl. Kapitan Hulu Paha in Ambon on April 3. The terrifying bomb explosion killed four residents and injured dozens of people.

* Headlines: Akbar's release an injustice: PDI-P 2

* Headlines: Akbar's release an injustice: PDI-P 2* Opinion: Full follow-up of Malino only way to Maluku peace 4* City: Jakarta has not taken action to prevent flooding 6* Archipelago: 12 alleged NII followers freed 7 * National: PIB to form political party in six months 8* World: India urges...

Singapore trade offer

Singapore trade offer Singapore's offer to include information technology (IT) products from Indonesian Bintan and Batam islands in its bilateral free-trade pact with the United States is a smart, well-thought move that will greatly help Indonesia and improve the spirit of ASEAN cooperation.

Judges insist rights trial must go on

Judges insist rights trial must go onTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The human rights tribunal decided on Tuesday to proceed with the trial against five middle-ranking military and police officers accused of committing crimes against humanity in East Timor in 1999.

Doctor warns public on diarrhea

Doctor warns public on diarrhea BOGOR: The chairman of the Healthy Indonesia Foundation (YIS), Dr. Abdul Mughni, warned the public to stay alert for diarrhea specially during the changeover from the rainy to the dry season."Diarrhea causes dehydration which can lead to death," he said on Monday.

Senior officials, VIPs do not need to stand in queue

Senior officials, VIPs do not need to stand in queueDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A number of travelers arrive at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport after a long flight. With weary faces and creased attire, they have to stand in a long line at the immigration counter to have their...

1. SOLO: 2 lines, 20 counts

1. SOLO: 2 lines, 20 counts Authentic Indonesian food at Jakarta 5-star hotel 2. NASI: 2 lines, 24 counts Humble Warung Jirak offers nostalgic epicureans rare fare

JETRO asks RI to introduce tax incentives for investment

JETRO asks RI to introduce tax incentives for investmentAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta President of Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) Hiroyuki Kato said Indonesia must follow the steps of its peers in the region by providing tax incentives to woo more investments from Japan.

Police on the lookout for five men over terrorism links

Police on the lookout for five men over terrorism linksYogita Tahilramani and Apriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta North Sumatra Police are still on the lookout for five Singaporeans who entered Medan via Belawan seaport in January and are allegedly linked to Osama bin Laden's al-Qaeda global...

Tapanuli, E. Sumatra may soon become separate provinces

Tapanuli, E. Sumatra may soon become separate provincesApriadi Gunawan, The Jakarta Post, Medan Campaigners are confident the regions of East Sumatra and Tapanuli will officially be established as provinces before next year, formalizing their separation from North Sumatra.

JP/4/C04

JP/4/C04 COMPANY: Borobudur Hotel Klub Borobudur: The right place to keep you fit and healthyMost people have their own theories about what makes a gym or fitness center special, and most of the theories are correct; It's the pampering, the exercise, the facilities and the equipment.

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in Rupiah) on April 9, 2002

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in Rupiah) on April 9, 2002 ------------------------------------------------------------------ Shares Close Change Volume ------------------------------------------------------------------ Abdi Bangsa 235 0 0 Ades Alfindo 1,175 0 258,500 Adindo Foresta 60...

Govt warned of unemployment

Govt warned of unemployment CIREBON: The number of jobless Indonesians has increased steadily in the past few years and has reached an alarming level due to deteriorating economic conditions, Manpower and Transmigration Minister Jacob Nuwa Wea said on Tuesday.

Private sector to raise funds for rubber plan

Private sector to raise funds for rubber plan The Indonesian private sector will raise the initial US$18.75 million in capital needed to finance the country's rubber stockpiling plan, Minister of Trade and Industry Rini Soewandi said Tuesday.

RI dreams of toppling Taiwan (in PABF)

RI dreams of toppling Taiwan (in PABF) JAKARTA: Indonesia plans to take part in the Asia-Pacific Bridge Championship in Bangkok next June, with high hopes of outscoring Chinese Taipei for the position of the tournament's strongest team.Indonesia has won 12 times in as many occasions.

Civil servants's savings gone?

Civil servants's savings gone?From Kompas Civil Servants (PNS) are subjected to compulsory housing savings through the monthly salary withholding of Rp 3,000 for group I, Rp 5,000 for group II, Rp 7,000 for group III and Rp 10,000 for group IV.

Muslims urge Mega to cut ties with RP

Muslims urge Mega to cut ties with RP MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: Around 500 Muslims grouped in the newly formed Islamic Law Enforcement Committee (KPPSI) staged a rally at the South Sulawesi legislative council to demand that the central government take extreme measures to release the three Muslim...

6,000 more students drop out in Cirebon

6,000 more students drop out in Cirebon SUMBER, West Java: At least 6000 students in the West Java city of Cirebon have been forced to drop out of elementary schools since January due to financial problems and individual values, local officials said on Tuesday.

Akbar's release shows injustice: PDI Perjuangan

Akbar's release shows injustice: PDI PerjuanganFabiola Desy Unidjaja and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The ruling Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) said on Tuesday that the release of corruption suspect House Speaker Akbar Tandjung was an unjust practice within...

Govt decision to scrap VAT on certain books queried

Govt decision to scrap VAT on certain books queriedAnnastashya Emmanuelle, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Businessmen in the book publishing industry questioned on Tuesday the government's decision to scrap the 10 percent value- added tax (VAT) on books in three categories -- education, religion and...

Australia, RI boost legal cooperation

Australia, RI boost legal cooperation JAKARTA: Indonesia and Australia began a two-day meeting on Tuesday to foster legal cooperation between them, which will include the development of a legal system and the making of laws.

Lampung braces for rice stock deficit this year

Lampung braces for rice stock deficit this yearOyos Saroso, The Jakarta Post, Bandarlampung Rice production in Lampung has significantly decreased this year due to recent natural disasters in the province, with at least a 15,800 ton shortage in stocks compared with 2001.

UN presence in East Timor to last longer than expected

UN presence in East Timor to last longer than expectedClaire Harvey and A'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The United Nations' reconstruction effort in East Timor will continue for at least the next decade, a military expert said on Monday.

Unocal tests Ranggas oil well

Unocal tests Ranggas oil well SINGAPORE: Unocal Corp said it had taken another step towards development of the deepwater Ranggas oilfield offshore Indonesia with the successful appraisal testing of a fourth well. The El Segundo, California-based company said subsidiary Unocal Rapak Ltd.

PGI asks for RI debts relief

PGI asks for RI debts relief JAKARTA: The Indonesian Communion of Churches (PGI) urged Paris Club creditor countries on Tuesday to ease the country's debt burden."PGI hopes the (Paris Club) meeting would give Indonesia some debt relief or debt rescheduling for 25 to 30 years," PGI chairman Rev.

Govt approves four power contracts

Govt approves four power contractsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has approved new power contracts with four independent power producers (IPPs), a move that should help the country avoid a power crisis, the director general for electricity and energy utilization, Luluk...

James Castle

James Castle On this page of Tuesday's edition we incorrectly named James Castle (of the Castle Group) as President of the Jakarta office of the American Chamber of Commerce. This position is now held by Carol Hessler. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. -- Editor

Air Force marks anniversary modestly

Air Force marks anniversary modestly The Indonesian Air Force commemorated on Tuesday its 56th anniversary in a modest way at the Halim Perdanakusuma air base, East Jakarta.To add to the simplicity of the celebration, President Megawati Soekarnoputeri, Indonesian Military (TNI) chief Adm. Widodo A.

Rahardi ill with sore throat

Rahardi ill with sore throatMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The South Jakarta District Court postponed on Tuesday the hearing of former chief of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) Rahardi Ramelan after the defendant claimed he was suffering from a sore throat.

ADB sees RI economic growth slow in 2002

ADB sees RI economic growth slow in 2002Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Economic growth in Indonesia is likely to slow, as consumption and investment weaken.But a U.S.-led rebound in global markets may come soon enough to lend the economy a boost this year, according to the Asian...

Indonesia set to defend Thomas Cup

Indonesia set to defend Thomas CupNovan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia still has a chance, albeit slim, to defend the badminton men's team Thomas Cup title next month in Guangzhou, China, the top official at the Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI) said on Tuesday.

More police charged in brawl case

More police charged in brawl case YOGYAKARTA: The provincial police named on Tuesday two other policemen as suspects in the death of Aan Yulianto who died in the hospital after having been "interrogated" in relation to a brawl early this month.Spokesman for the Yogyakarta police office Adj. Sr.