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Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Suspect package at U.S. embassy contained radio
Suspect package at U.S. embassy contained radio JAKARTA (JP): Police announced yesterday that the object contained in a package, which caused a flurry of concern at the U.S. embassy on Tuesday, is "only a radio" and not a bomb as suspected.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Inco reaps $8.7m profit
Inco reaps $8.7m profit JAKARTA (JP): PT International Nickel Indonesia (PT Inco) yesterday announced that its unaudited net earnings for the first quarter of 1994 were US$8.7 million, or three cents a share.The profit in the January to March period was far greater than the $5.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
JAKARTA (JP): The government-backed All Indonesian Workers
JAKARTA (JP): The government-backed All Indonesian Workers Union (SPSI) yesterday denounced the rioting that has swept Medan, and in turn came under fire for failing to do more to help workers and stave off the incident.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Sporadic labor rallies continue in Medan
Sporadic labor rallies continue in Medan MEDAN, North Sumatra (JP): Strikes and sporadic vandalism continued yesterday in the provincial capital and its surroundings, as the military remained visible throughout the region.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Robbers rob a truck in Cikampek
Robbers rob a truck in Cikampek JAKARTA (JP): A truck carrying textiles from Bandung, West Java, to Jakarta was robbed by a group of at least six people on the Cikampek-Jakarta toll road in the wee hours of the morning yesterday.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Indosat's overseas listing will promote Indonesian profile
Indosat's overseas listing will promote Indonesian profile JAKARTA (JP): The planned listing of the state-owned PT Indosat will not only help the Indonesian government raise funds, but will also place the country on the world's financial map, an executive of a leading international underwriting...
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
TV Today: Friday, April 22
TV Today: Friday, April 22TV todayTVRI 2:30 p.m Cartoon: I'm Telling 3:05 Langka & Unik 3:30 Science Film 4:05 Student Quiz 4:30 TV Series: Ibn Taimiyah 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Cultural Program 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: Central Sulawesi 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Handicraft: Silverware...
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Institutions to formulate standards for internal auditing,
Institutions to formulate standards for internal auditing, JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia, the central bank, yesterday assigned American and domestic institutions to formulate standards for internal bank auditing.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Police still investigating robbery case
Police still investigating robbery case JAKARTA (JP): Police are still searching for at least seven masked men who shot and killed one man and seriously injured another in a robbery Wednesday at the Kedaung village in Ciputat, Tangerang.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Police question author of `Primadosa' again
Police question author of `Primadosa' again JAKARTA (JP): Police investigators questioned the author of the banned book, Primadosa (Prime Sins), Wimanjaya K. Liotohe, 60, who is charged with insulting President Soeharto, again Wednesday.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Portugal gives visas to pro-Indonesian Timorese pilgrims
Portugal gives visas to pro-Indonesian Timorese pilgrims LISBON (Reuter): Portugal said yesterday it would allow a group of pro-Indonesian pilgrims from its former colony of East Timor into the country to visit the Roman Catholic shrine of Fatima to help promote talks with Indonesia.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Law professor says student protest not criminal act
Law professor says student protest not criminal act JAKARTA (JP): A legal expert told the court in one of the Soeharto defamation trials yesterday that the 21 defendants broke no Indonesian laws in an anti-government protest last December. J.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Watercolor poems from a senior painter's wisdom
Watercolor poems from a senior painter's wisdomBy Sean Cole JAKARTA (JP): Once again, Santi Fine Arts Gallery on Jl. Benda in Kemang has proven to be a haven for "undiscovered" masters. From now until April 30, one may view the poetic works of Tjeng Tjiam Hwie, a veteran painter of 73 years who is...
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
JP/7/Amir
JP/7/Amir Women artists challenge limitations in Kartini spirit By Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): The current Indonesian Women Artists Exhibition at the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, held until Sunday, and the Group Nine art exhibition opening next Tuesday, show the current developments in art by...
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Ibu Kartini's ideals
Ibu Kartini's ideals Indonesian women of all social strata regard Kartini as a typical, independent Indonesian woman. However, what is actually meant by the words "independent woman" is still a subject of debate. In Western countries, women are struggling for emancipation i.e.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Taiwan to provide funds for local firms to invest in Southeast Asia
Taiwan to provide funds for local firms to invest in Southeast Asia TAIPEI (AFP): Authorities are ready to loan Taiwan businessmen funds to invest in Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines, a senior official said here.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued losing ground on the
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued losing ground on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) in thin trading yesterday."Asian markets seem not to be in the quiet recovery after a hike in the drop in the U.S. short-term interest rates on Monday," an analyst said.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Where to go in Jakarta, April 22
Where to go in Jakarta, April 22Jangan hapus: Dai-ichi Hotel, JAMZ Musico The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Indonesia reprises commitment to help end Iraq sanctions
Indonesia reprises commitment to help end Iraq sanctions JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday reiterated his recent commitment to help end United Nations economic sanctions that have beleaguered Iraq for the past four-years when he received a delegation of the Iraqi parliament.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
JP/2/World Bank
JP/2/World BankWorld Bank denies charges on Indonesia military WASHINGTON (Reuter): The World Bank defended itself Wednesday against charges that it was indirectly financing Indonesia's armed forces. "The Bank does not, directly or indirectly, finance military expenditure by its borrowing...
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Traffic rerouting
Traffic rerouting in Pondok Gede Road users other than would-be pilgrims or their escorts are advised to take Jl. Jatiwaringin or Jl. Hankam instead of the overcrowded Jl. Pondok Gede which is home to the Pilgrim Hostel (Asrama Haji).Would-be pilgrims and friends coming from Jl.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Putting it briefly
Putting it brieflyJakarta to host student chess meet JAKARTA (JP): Some 200 students from universities throughout the country are expected to participate in the fourth Student Chess Championships at the University of Indonesia in Depok from May 7 to 15.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
The "Operation Cleansing" creates controversy
The "Operation Cleansing" creates controversy JAKARTA (JP) The launching of Operasi Bersih (Operation Cleansing) to combat crimes in the Greater Jakarta area has created controversy between the City Council and the Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation.
Fri, 22 Apr 1994
Fatal ferry crash likely due to negligence
Fatal ferry crash likely due to negligenceJP/2/sink/set lead 2col, 10pts, crosshead 12 MBFatal ferry crash likely due to negligence JAKARTA (JP): The ferry Kaltimas II which sunk with over 12 fatalities off Bali on Tuesday night, was months overdue for routine maintenance, says the head of Bali's...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Across the Archipelago
Across the ArchipelagoWage increases after protest SEMARANG, Central Java: At least 3,000 workers from textile and spinning mill PT Sinar Panca Jaya staged protests yesterday demanding that the company raise the daily minimum wage to Rp 2,700 (US$1.25.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Income tax should
Income tax should be adjusted to promote fairness JAKARTA (JP): Kwik Kian Gie, a noted economic analyst, wants the government to adjust rates of both income and property taxes to promote fairness.Speaking at a seminar on the possible reform of the tax law, Kwik said the present income and property...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Where to go in Jakarta, April 21
Where to go in Jakarta, April 21Jangan hapus: Dai-ichi Hotel, JAMZ Musico The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Indonesian seamen go without protection
Indonesian seamen go without protection JAKARTA (JP): More than one thousand Indonesian sailors are currently working on foreign owned ships without the benefit of working agreements that would protect them from occupational complications that might arise.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Should "head of family" be replaced by "heads"?
Should "head of family" be replaced by "heads"?By Santi WE Soekanto [10 pts ML] JAKARTA (JP): If women have equal rights and are able to fill social roles which were previously men's, should the "head of the family" position still be occupied by men only?When the question is raised women are split...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
JP/3/Cleansing/set lead 3 cols 10 pts/12 MB
JP/3/Cleansing/set lead 3 cols 10 pts/12 MBHendro: "Jakarta is secure" JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Hendroprijono said yesterday security in the city was under control, denouncing reports that a curfew would be imposed amidst rumors of racial riots hitting the city.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Asian growth strong through 1994: IMF
Asian growth strong through 1994: IMF WASHINGTON (AFP): Asian economies are expected to show robust growth this year, with China bringing the tendency of its economy to overheat under control, the IMF said in a report released here yesterday. Asian economies are expected to show average growth of 7.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
PATA forum concludes
PATA forum concludes with peace tourism drive By I. Christianto 10 pt ML SEOUL (JP): The 43rd annual conference of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) concluded here yesterday with a call for countries all over the world to promote tourism as the business of peace.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
JP/3/Anniver/0
JP/3/Anniver/0City govt prepares for the city's 467th anniversary JAKARTA (JP): The city administration is preparing for the celebration of the city's 467th anniversary on June 22, Deputy Governor on Social Welfare RS Museno said yesterday.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
(inset 14ptMB, rest 8pt U55 4col, credit 6pt Italics)
(inset 14ptMB, rest 8pt U55 4col, credit 6pt Italics) (Photo A: apartment) JP/msa NOT ACTUAL SIZE: Minister of Public Housing Akbar Tandjung (second from left), accompanied by chairman of the Indonesian Real Estate Developers Association Enggartiasto (extreme right), pays attention to the...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
What does GATT mean for Indonesia?
What does GATT mean for Indonesia? The recent GATT ministerial conference in Morocco endorsed the results of the Uruguay Round of trade negotiations. Economist Mari Pangestu looks at what the endorsement means to Indonesia.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Bakrie tightens grip
Bakrie tightens grip in petrochemicals CILEGON, West Java: PT Bakrie Kasei Corporation, an Indonesian-Japanese joint venture, yesterday started the expansion of its purified terephthalic acid (PTA) mill and the construction of a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin plant.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
JP/3/BILLBOA/0
JP/3/BILLBOA/050 percent of billboards unlicensed: councilor JAKARTA (JP): The City Council lashed out against the alleged collusion between bureaucrats and entrepreneurs on unlicensed billboards.Helmy AR Syihab, chairman of the City Council's Commission C on finance, yesterday said 90 percent of...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Astra Graphia to pay its '93 dividends
Astra Graphia to pay its '93 dividends JAKARTA (JP): The shareholders meeting of PT Astra Graphia, a subsidiary of PT Astra International and the main distributor of Xerox office equipment in Indonesia, approved the 1993 dividend payment of Rp 120 per share on June 20, said Inget Sembiring, the...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
The following is the first of two articles examining the death
The following is the first of two articles examining the death tolls in East Timor in the 1970's. By Dino Patti Djalal LONDON (JP): There is little doubt that human casualties during the turbulence in East Timor in the mid-1970's were considerable. Those were violent times.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Soeharto calls for improvement in quality of state administration
Soeharto calls for improvement in quality of state administration JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday called for improvement in the competency of civil servants, modern management in public administration and a stronger autonomy for local administrations to support the national development.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Alan, Hermawan
Alan, Hermawan compete for Thomas Cup slot JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian coaches have avoided making an early disclosure of the fourth singles player for the Thomas Cup men's badminton team."Let's wait for the decision day," coach Indra Gunawan said during a regular work-out at Senayan badminton...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
JP/3/CRIME/0
JP/3/CRIME/0Jakarta's population burden reaches saturation point: GovernorJAKARTA (JP): The governor is blaming crime in the city on an overly dense Jakarta population.Governor Surjadi Soedirdja made the remark Tuesday in his speech at City Hall, after witnessing the signing of agreements between...
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
JP/4/Editorial
JP/4/Editorial Lessons from Medan If the latest reports from Medan are correct, then the ban on further labor protests which the North Sumatra security authorities issued late last week in the wake of some ugly rioting has been of limited effect at best.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Producers not waiting for other shoe to drop on Asian dumping
Producers not waiting for other shoe to drop on Asian dumping JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Footwear Manufacturers Association (Aprisindo) are drawing the battle lines to defend their foreign market share.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
JP/ 7/kartini
JP/ 7/kartini ----------------------------------------------------------------- Today Indonesians commemorate the 110th birthday of their foremost pioneer for women's rights, R.A. Kartini. In the following article writer Carla Bianpoen recounts theologian Th.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Japan's farm imports up
Japan's farm imports up TOKYO (AFP): Japan's farm imports grew 5.5 percent to a record US$40.2 billion in the year to December, with imports from Indonesia Australia and China posting the sharpest gains, it was announced yesterday.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
31 orders for made-in-Malaysia aircraft
31 orders for made-in-Malaysia aircraft KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): A Malaysian-German joint venture that will begin local production of an amphibious aircraft early next year has already secured 31 orders, officials said yesterday.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Schindler's List
Schindler's List in Indonesia?From Sinar Pagi To be able to see the controversial film, Schindler's List, in Indonesia would be a pleasure for me. It must be a very good film because it received a large number of Oscars.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
Rubber prices
Rubber prices rise on Medan riot concerns SINGAPORE (AFP): Natural rubber prices are expected to remain firm for the next few weeks as labor riots in Indonesia compound an already tight supply situation and rising demand, dealers said yesterday.
Thu, 21 Apr 1994
SBSI leaders accused of masterminding riots in Medan
SBSI leaders accused of masterminding riots in Medan JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces yesterday accused the independent Indonesian Prosperous Labor Union (SBSI) of fomenting the race riots and vandalism that have raged in the North Sumatra capital of Medan and its surroundings for the past seven days.