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Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Bank Mandiri profit up 30.6%
Bank Mandiri profit up 30.6%The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's giant Bank Mandiri announced on Friday a 30.6 percent increase in its net profit to Rp 3.59 trillion (US$400.7 million) in 2002, up from Rp 2.75 trillion the previous year, thanks to, among other things, a Rp 1.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Starbucks reports sales declines
Starbucks reports sales declines DES MOINES, United States: Starbucks Corp. said it is experiencing some sales declines in parts of Asia due to the outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
N. Sumatra TVRI ceases operation
N. Sumatra TVRI ceases operationApriadi Gunawan The Jakarta Post Medan, North Sumatra State-owned television station TVRI is no longer broadcasting in North Sumatra, marking another suspension of a TVRI station under a restructuring program to slash state funding for TVRI stations nationwide.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Goro Nickel to postpone production
Goro Nickel to postpone production NOUMEA, Canada: New Caledonia's metallurgical company Goro Nickel will begin production by end 2005 rather than by late next year, due to a cost reappraisal, according to Scott Hand, chief executive of Canadian group Inco.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Int'l schools open as usual, except SIS
Int'l schools open as usual, except SISSari P. Setiogi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Singapore International School (SIS) here has closed as a precaution against Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
GAM seeks election delay in Aceh
GAM seeks election delay in AcehThe Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh/Jakarta The Free Aceh Movement (GAM) has called for a delay in the general elections in Aceh until after the holding of an all- inclusive dialog (AID) as stipulated in the peace agreement signed last year.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Parties urged to join antiwar rallies
Parties urged to join antiwar ralliesThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The two largest political parties came under fire from a small party on Friday for not joining the antiwar rallies against the United States-led strike on Iraq, which has now entered its 16th day.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Siti to give new frontiers a try
Siti to give new frontiers a tryNovan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Artists, like singers or painters, are blessed with sensitive feelings regarding humanity and values of life. And the cute, lovely Malaysian singer Siti Nurhaliza is one of them.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
'General elections are like the lottery'
'General elections are like the lottery' Next year's festival of democracy, the 2004 general election, has gotten off to a shaky start here in Jakarta, with many residents unaware that voter registration for the elections began this month.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Angie brightens up awards presentation
Angie brightens up awards presentationRobert Soelistyo, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Teenage tennis player Angelique "Angie" Widjaja (at the podium) was the star of the 2002 Indonesian Best Athletes and Coach Awards presentation on Friday, securing two awards, one in the best female category and one...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Designer conveys peace message through latest collection
Designer conveys peace message through latest collectionThe Jakarta Post Jakarta When words do not seem powerful enough to convey a message of peace, a fashion show may serve as a more apt medium and that is what renowned fashion designer Mardiana Ika has ventured to do.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
House told to delay education bill
House told to delay education bill JAKARTA: Indonesian Communion of Churches (PGI) chairman Nathan Setiabudi repeated his demand on Friday that lawmakers delay the endorsement of the controversial national education bill.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
* Headlines: Choices of words reflect interests in Iraq war2
* Headlines: Choices of words reflect interests in Iraq war2 * National:Sanitation in RI getting worse: UN4 * Archipelago:North Sumatra 'TVRI' ceases operation 5 * Opinion:IDM: The future for RI financial market 7 * City: Council blasts Sutiyoso over drop in investment8 * Sports:RI tied with S.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
IDM: The future for RI financial market
IDM: The future for RI financial market Kahlil Rowter Head of Research Mandiri Sekuritas 2. Noji -- Seeking perspective in the midst of a battle 1 X 30Seeking objectivity in midst of war Tsuyoshi Nojima The Asahi Shimbun 3. Ria5 -- The Gross Mistake of the U.S.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
JP/3/DISKUR4
JP/3/DISKUR4 'This war may set a precedent for unilateral invasion' JP/3/HAmZahHamzah labels Bush king of terrorists JP/5/papua Army to 'enforce law' after Papua arms raid JP/3/ARABS Iraq war spawns new Arab nationalist mood, pride JP/3/RALLY Parties urged to join antiwar rallies
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Yeo Lay Hwee
Yeo Lay Hwee Senior Research Fellow Singapore Institute of International Affairs The Straits Times Asia News Network Singapore The way that the severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) has spread far and wide through travelers shows, on the one hand, how interconnected the world has become, and on...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
'Epidemic laws must not violate human rights'
'Epidemic laws must not violate human rights'Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta An activist warned the government on Friday against abusing the rights of patients or suspected patients of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) following the enforcement of the epidemic law to contain...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, April 7, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, April 7, 2003Exhibitions* Painting, Milestones Of Modesty, by I Made Djirna, at Graha Paramita Building, Jl. Denpasar Raya Blok D 2 Kav. 8, Kuningan, South Jakarta, (Tel. 021-5265161, Ext: 852), until April 24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Hamzah labels Bush 'king of terrorists'
Hamzah labels Bush 'king of terrorists' Agencies JakartaIndonesian Vice President Hamzah Haz lashed out on Friday at the U.S.-led war against Iraq, calling President George W. Bush the "king of terrorists". "The U.S. has always boasted about upholding human rights and democracy...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
The virtual workplace, take it or leave it
The virtual workplace, take it or leave itVishnu K. Mahmud Contributor Jakarta vmahmud@yahoo.com We always hear the motto, "working smarter, not harder", yet it seems to be seldom performed. Many of us must attend numerous meetings, appointments and discussions to exchange ideas and information.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Former star Abdul Kadir dies
Former star Abdul Kadir dies JAKARTA: Former Indonesian soccer star Abdul Kadir died after a running a high fever on Friday. He was 55 years old.Kadir, popularly known as Kancil (mouse deer) for his agile and skillful play, started his soccer career in his early teenage years at his birthplace in...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
BI expects no changes in SBI rate in near future
BI expects no changes in SBI rate in near futureThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Bank Indonesia indicated on Friday it would keep its benchmark interest rate at its current level, at least in the short run, as it anticipates potential pressure on the rupiah.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Monas not yet ready for deer
Monas not yet ready for deer JAKARTA: The 10 deer from Bogor Palace expected to be transferred to the city later this month will be placed in the Ragunan Zoo in South Jakarta, pending the completion of their new home in the National Monument (Monas) park.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
'This war may set a precedent for unilateral invasion'
'This war may set a precedent for unilateral invasion' War disrupts daily activities, such as commerce, and a prolonged war in Iraq is feared to impact Indonesia strongly, while the country has yet to recover from its economic crisis. The Jakarta Post reporter Tiarma Siboro talked to Maj. Gen.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
KPU to screen supervisory members
KPU to screen supervisory members Ramlan Surbakti, the deputy chairman of the General Elections Commission (KPU), said on Friday that the commission would begin the screening process of supervisory committee candidates between April 12 and April 19.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Contractors to be required to use local products
Contractors to be required to use local productsAdianto P. Simamora, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Ministry of Industry and Trade will issue a decree requiring all contractors on government projects to use locally made products.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
C. Java seas may contain treasures
C. Java seas may contain treasures SEMARANG, Central Java: The waters of Central Java may contain treasures scattered in an estimated 74 locations from ships that have sunk centuries ago, a government official said Friday.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Only 50% of HIV/AIDS patients detected
Only 50% of HIV/AIDS patients detected JAKARTA: The Indonesian Humanitarian Committee (KKI) says only 50 percent of people with HIV/AIDS in the country have been detected.KKI foundation chairman Mar'ie Muhammad said on Friday that most people with HIV/AIDS were reluctant to come forward, making it...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Peaceful rallies preferable
Peaceful rallies preferableIqbal Widastomo, Research Associate, London School of Economics, London In the past few years it has been rare that Indonesia has been portrayed on the likes of CNN or BBC in a positive light. More often than not the reports focus on the rampant violence and conflicts.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Monas not yet ready for deer
Monas not yet ready for deer JAKARTA: The 10 deer from Bogor Palace expected to be transferred to the city later this month will be placed in the Ragunan Zoo in South Jakarta, pending the completion of their new home in the National Monument (Monas) park.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Only half HIV/AIDS patients detected
Only half HIV/AIDS patients detected JAKARTA: The Indonesian Humanitarian Committee (KKI) says only 50 percent of people with HIV/AIDS in the country have been detected.KKI foundation chairman Mar'ie Muhammad said on Friday that most people with HIV/AIDS were reluctant to come forward, making it...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Erotic singer Inul delights Sutiyoso and city officials
Erotic singer Inul delights Sutiyoso and city officialsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Popular singer and dancer Inul Daratista, who is famous for her erotic dancing, got a chance on Friday morning to perform with Governor Sutiyoso and a number of senior city officials.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Police offer help in royal dispute
Police offer help in royal dispute CIREBON, West Java: Police here offered their help to prove the validity of the late Cirebon sultan's will, which was at the center of a royal dispute that resulted in last month's double crowning of two heirs claiming the same crown.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
RP Catholic bishops condemn bombing of Muslim mosques
RP Catholic bishops condemn bombing of Muslim mosquesAgence France-Presse, Davao, Philippines Influential Roman Catholic bishops on Friday condemned the bombings of three Muslim mosques in the southern Philippines, warning it could fan religious conflict in the strife-torn region.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Only half HIV/AIDS patients detected
Only half HIV/AIDS patients detected JAKARTA: The Indonesian Humanitarian Committee (KKI) says only 50 percent of people with HIV/AIDS in the country have been detected.KKI foundation chairman Mar'ie Muhammad said on Friday that most people with HIV/AIDS were reluctant to come forward, making it...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Padang takes up councillors' graft case
Padang takes up councillors' graft case PADANG, West Sumatra: Prosecutors on Friday submitted the case files of three council chairpersons, accused of embezzling state funds, to the prosecutor's high office in Padang, setting the stage for a high-profile trial.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
500,000 fish to help Sumbawa income
500,000 fish to help Sumbawa income MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: President Megawati Soekarnoputri was scheduled to release 500,000 fry, or juvenile fishes, of different species at Batu Bulan Dam in Moyo Hulu, Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara, on April 14, 2003.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Padang takes up councillors' graft case
Padang takes up councillors' graft case PADANG, West Sumatra: Prosecutors on Friday submitted the case files of three council chairpersons, accused of embezzling state funds, to the prosecutor's high office in Padang, setting the stage for a high-profile trial.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Road to peace in Aceh
Road to peace in Aceh President Megawati Soekarnoputri, when she was about to be elected to lead the country, promised that she would not let a single drop of blood fall on Acehnese soil, and that she would not repeat the mistakes of her predecessors -- probably including the faults of her own...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
PDI-P scouts for election partner
PDI-P scouts for election partnerFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan), the country's largest political party, plans to join forces with other parties to ensure it maintains control of the country's top post during next year's...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Probing corruptors
Probing corruptorsFrom Pos Kota Recently, the television media have showing raids on street prostitutes who are often chased, manhandled and dragged onto trucks to be taken to the rehabilitation office.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Indonesia tied with South Korea in Davis Cup play-off
Indonesia tied with South Korea in Davis Cup play-offMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Surabaya, East Java Indonesia and South Korea ended the opening day of their Davis Cup Asia-Oceania zone play-off at the Embong Sawo tennis stadium here on Friday all knotted up at 1-1.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Army to 'enforce law' after Papua arms raid
Army to 'enforce law' after Papua arms raidNethy Dharma Somba and Tiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Jayapura Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ryamizard Ryacudu ordered the military in Papua to quell the Free Papua Movement (OPM), which was blamed for a deadly burglary at the Jayawijaya military...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Sanitation in RI getting worse: UN
Sanitation in RI getting worse: UNMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia suffers a whopping US$4.7 billion in economic losses per year or $12 per family per month due to its poor sewerage system, a United Nations task force says.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
1. Inul - 4x10
1. Inul - 4x10 Erotic singer-dancer Inul bewitches Sutiyoso or Erotic singer Inul delights Sutiyoso and city officials (if possible use second option) 2. Invest - 2x 22 Council blasts Sutiyoso over drop in investment 3. Pension - 1x 28 Pension payday, joy for the elderly 4.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
New bus fares
New bus fares The Jakarta City Council has finally agreed to increase bus fares by between 17 percent and 22 percent. The decision becomes effective this month.The political factions at the council said the increase in fares must coincide with an improvement in services to passengers.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Pension payday, joy for the elderly
Pension payday, joy for the elderlyTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sutardjo, 70, made a one-and-half-hour journey by foot on his bare feet on Friday from his home on Jl. Manggarai Selatan II, Central Jakarta, to the Jatinegara Post Office in East Jakarta.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Keeping old city breathes amid modernization
Keeping old city breathes amid modernization Keeping the old cities Breathing: Malacca and Kali Besar Fransiska Prihadi Architect JakartaHow do we remember a city? Is it by the roads and buildings that we pass through? By the food we eat? By unfamiliar faces of people we meet on the street? We...
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
Government to issue Rp2.7t in bonds next week
Government to issue Rp2.7t in bonds next weekDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is set to go ahead with its plans to auction some Rp 2.7 trillion (about US$300 million) worth of bonds on April 8.
Sat, 05 Apr 2003
IDM: The future for RI financial market
IDM: The future for RI financial marketKahlil Rowter, Head of Research, Mandiri Sekuritas Despite having been forced to issue domestic securities (IGS- Indonesian Government Securities) a few years back, recent government initiative have yielded well.