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Mon, 23 May 2005
RI needs to make changes or it might be left behind
RI needs to make changes or it might be left behind Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has visited Indonesia three times since Ambassador Yutaka Iimura became Japan's envoy to Indonesia in May 2002.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Japan, Malaysia reach agreement on FTA to boost trade, investment
Japan, Malaysia reach agreement on FTA to boost trade, investmentAssociated Press, Kuala LumpurMalaysia and Japan on Sunday agreed to set up a free trade area as part of a comprehensive economic relationship after resolving the last remaining differences in emergency, high-level talks.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Female artist, NGO help fight against human trafficking
Female artist, NGO help fight against human traffickingSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Gunungkidul, YogyakartaThe fourth grade students looked very happy as renowned TV presenter Dewi Hughes "taught" in front of their class.
Mon, 23 May 2005
The danger of poor broadcasting regulations for local election
The danger of poor broadcasting regulations for local electionR. Kristiawan, Jakarta Indonesia will soon see dozens of local direct elections. Next month alone, according to Cetro (The Center for Electoral Reform), there will be 181 elections, an average of six elections per day throughout the...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Vertu opens new store in Jakarta
Vertu opens new store in JakartaThe Jakarta Post, JakartaTo increase its share in the Indonesian market, luxury mobile phone manufacturer Vertu opened on Friday its latest outlet in the country at a six-star hotel here in Jakarta.
Mon, 23 May 2005
SBY, please axe the 'fiskal' tax
SBY, please axe the 'fiskal' tax When I came to Indonesia in 1958, optimism was in the air. My husband had a Master's degree in Economics and wanted to build up his country. Bread cost seringgit (Rp 2.5); one could catch a clean, safe Opelet (a six-seated public transport) on Jl.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, May 23, 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, May 23, 2005Exhibitions* Japanese Food Promotions at Hotel Nikko Jakarta, The Olive Tree Restaurant, Jl. MH Thamrin 59, Central Jakarta (Tel. 2301122), until May 31. * Photo Images from the Heart by Arbain Rambey, Arun Taneja, Charlie Sianipar, Deniek G.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Correction to article
Correction to articleRegarding my opinion piece titled Media, defamation and judicial review: Comparison with Australia published in The Jakarta Post on May 12, I would like to correct a small error in the article.
Mon, 23 May 2005
NISP values customers with 'Tanda Seru' drawing
NISP values customers with 'Tanda Seru' drawing Relaxing in a trendy up-market cafe, Shinta, a mother of two in her 30s, sips her cup of tea and sits back to enjoy a music performance by a reality TV star.
Mon, 23 May 2005
More Indonesian students choose to study in China's universities
More Indonesian students choose to study in China's universitiesRemmy Faizal, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe number of Indonesians studying in China stood at 3,750 in 2004, with the majority of them taking language courses.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Indosat expects growth in IPVPN
Indosat expects growth in IPVPNThe Jakarta Post, JakartaTelecommunications firm PT Indosat expects a growing trend in the use of Internet Protocol Virtual Private Network (IPVPN) as people begin to see the benefits of electronic business solutions.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Rival PHSI steps up hockey efforts
Rival PHSI steps up hockey effortsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The breakaway board of the Indonesian Hockey Association (PHSI) has pledged to step up efforts to help develop field hockey in Indonesia.
Mon, 23 May 2005
1. BELLY -- 2 x 21
1. BELLY -- 2 x 21 Europeans learn to shake it the Arab way 2. TINA -- 1 x 55 German magazine for intercultural dialog with Indonesia
Mon, 23 May 2005
Bandarlampung candidates fight to win support of paramilitary group
Bandarlampung candidates fight to win support of paramilitary groupOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, BandarlampungShould a dangerous, paramilitary-style martial arts group be mixed up in the equally volatile world of politics?People are asking themselves this question in Bandarlampung, where the...
Mon, 23 May 2005
SBY's leadership for Indonesia and the world
SBY's leadership for Indonesia and the worldBantarto Bandoro, Jakarta President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's government is only eights months old since its inception last October. The President himself realizes that as a national leader he needs to demonstrate to the public his ability to manage the...
Mon, 23 May 2005
How to handle diplomacy, literacy?
How to handle diplomacy, literacy?JAKARTA: Can diplomacy and writing go hand in hand? T.S. Tirumurti, the new counselor at the Indian Embassy in Jakarta, said confidently that there would not be any problem in dealing with diplomacy and writing."By profession, I am a diplomat.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Election of PD leader stalled
Election of PD leader stalledWahyoe Boedhiwardhana, The Jakarta Post, DenpasarA tough debate over standing orders and statutes forced President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's political party to postpone the election of a party leader.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Lippo hands out Rp 250m to school
Lippo hands out Rp 250m to school BEKASI: As part of the a foster parent program, Lippo Cikarang donated Rp 250 million (US$26,300) to a state elementary school in Cibarusah Jaya subdistrict in Bekasi regency.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Ex-strongman Soeharto, still at large and larger than life
Ex-strongman Soeharto, still at large and larger than lifeWimar Witoelar, Jakarta Time stood still for a moment on the morning of May 21, 1998. Millions of hearts skipped a beat upon hearing the announcement on television. President Soeharto was stepping down from power.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Japanese products invade Indonesian households
Japanese products invade Indonesian householdsAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaWhile his children watch the Japanese cartoon Doraemon on a Digitec Ninja television and his wife cooks breakfast with a Toshiba magic jar, Udin, 36, washes his Honda motorcycle in front of his house in Depok, West...
Mon, 23 May 2005
[b]Corruption cases at state enterprises
Corruption cases at state enterprises (As of May 18, 2005)Company Potential state losses1. PT Angkasa Pura I Rp 1.92 billion 2. PT Pelindo II/PT Jakarta Rp 17 billionInternational Container Terminal 3. PT Pelindo II US$149.935 Rp 1.24 billion 4. PT Pelindo III Rp 141 million 5.
Mon, 23 May 2005
E8020: for speed freaks in needs of portable power
E8020: for speed freaks in needs of portable powerZatni Arbi, Contributor, zatni@cbn.net.idYou may have often heard the name "Sonoma" mentioned by computer devotees lately, especially by those who always tote a notebook wherever they go.Actually, it is a code name that Intel Corp.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Dengue fever to soar again in May and June, officials says
Dengue fever to soar again in May and June, officials saysThe Jakarta Post, JakartaWhile the public is preoccupied with the spate of recent polio cases of late, the Jakarta administration called on Saturday for residents to stay vigilant against dengue fever, which is on the rise again.
Mon, 23 May 2005
New toll roads will not cure Jakarta's chronic congestion
New toll roads will not cure Jakarta's chronic congestionDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Jakarta administration's plan to build more toll roads connecting busy areas might be seen as a good idea to some people, but transportation experts believe they could cause greater congestion.
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/5/ORCHID
JP/5/ORCHID Black orchid could lure tourists back to Poso Ruslan Sangadji The Jakarta Post/PosoWhile it is remains troubled by religious conflicts, the regency of Poso is one of the few in Central Sulawesi province with a great potential for tourism.
Mon, 23 May 2005
TV Program: Tuesday, May 24, 2005
TV Program: Tuesday, May 24, 2005TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Tabaluga8:30 Music: Asik-asik10:00 Talk Show: Agribiz11:00 News: Berita Nusantara12:00 p.m.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Prayer in two languages
Prayer in two languages The recent arrest of a cleric in Malang who lead prayers in both Arabic and Indonesian shows that there is no tolerance of difference religious opinions in this country.Why should a man be charged with a criminal offense for merely praying unconventionally? By doing this,...
Mon, 23 May 2005
NISP customers have freedom in Singapore
NISP customers have freedom in SingaporeThanks to a cooperation agreement, Bank NISP customers traveling to Singapore can now withdraw money from 360 ATMs belonging to the OCBC Bank of Singapore.All Bank NISP holders of "Kartu Seru" cards can withdraw money from all ATMs belonging to OCBC Bank and...
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/5/MUI
JP/5/MUIKoran controversy hits JambiJAMBI, Jambi: Copies of the Koran carrying a photograph of gubernatorial candidate Zulkifli Nurdin have been circulating in Jambi over the past few days, sparking controversy ahead of the gubernatorial election on June 26.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Five pairs of candidates in Depok election
Five pairs of candidates in Depok electionBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaFive pairs of candidates have been declared eligible to contest the mayoral election in Depok on June 26.At least six pairs of candidates registered with the Depok General Elections Commission (KPUD), but one pair...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Stop SMS gambling
Stop SMS gamblingFrom RepublikaA betting game under the guise of an SMS quiz with prize money, which in Malaysia has been declared to be gambling, has absorbed a lot of funds from the public and it should be banned.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTO: diplomats
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTO: diplomats Vietnam was told by member states of the World Trade Organization that time was running out if it wanted to join the WTO by the end of the year, trade sources said over the weekend after a round of membership talks.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Indonesian shuttlers look for world titles
Indonesian shuttlers look for world titlesMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesian shuttlers, after failing once again to win the Sudirman Cup, will be looking for redemption at the World Championships in August in Anaheim, United States."Our spirits are high.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTO
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTOVietnam was told by member states of the World Trade Organization that time was running out if it wanted to join the WTO by the end of the year, trade sources said over the weekend after a round of membership talks.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Vesconte strolls to RP Open win
Vesconte strolls to RP Open win MANILA: Australian Adam Le Vesconte broke through for his maiden Asian Tour title when he claimed a four-stroke victory in the US$200,000 Philippine Open on Sunday.Vesconte, who started the final round two strokes off the pace, fired a closing seven-under-par 64 for...
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/5/KTP
JP/5/KTPAceh government ready to scrap red and white ID cards Nani Afrida The Jakarta Post/Banda Aceh"Oh ... you're holding a red and white identity card? You must be Acehnese then?"This sort of question is often heard during ID inspections whether within or outside of Aceh province.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Ultra Milk only uses the finest fresh milk with the lowest
Ultra Milk only uses the finest fresh milk with the lowest bacteria arriving daily at the Ultra Milk plant in less than two hours from associations of dairies all over Bandung. Prior to the production process, the following are the tests used to ensure milk quality: Taste and aroma check;...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Separated RI twins 'doing very well' after operation
Separated RI twins 'doing very well' after operationAgence France-Presse, SingaporeThe 15-month-old Indonesian twin girls born conjoined at the hip and abdomen were "doing very well" after they were surgically separated, doctors said on Sunday.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Drug suspect seeks Susilo's pardon
Drug suspect seeks Susilo's pardonAgencies, JakartaAn Australian facing the death penalty for allegedly smuggling marijuana into Bali has appealed to Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to set her free, just days before a court is due to deliver its verdict, according to a report on...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Akbar institute completes survey
Akbar institute completes survey JAKARTA: The Akbar Tandjung Institute is set to unveil the results of a survey on the upcoming local leadership elections -- its first project following its establishment early this month.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Parents told to take their kids for polio vaccination
Parents told to take their kids for polio vaccinationDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaFearing a polio outbreak in the capital, the Jakarta administration called on all Jakartans to take their children to get a free polio vaccination between May 31 and June 28.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Australian drug suspect appeals to SBY for pardon
Australian drug suspect appeals to SBY for pardon Agencies JakartaAn Australian facing the death penalty for allegedly smuggling marijuana into Bali has appealed to Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono to set her free, just days before a court is due to deliver its verdict, according to a...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Bad bank governance
Bad bank governance Lending irregularities at state-controlled Bank Mandiri, which led to the dismissal and arrest of its president and two vice presidents last week, once again shows how fragile the banking industry is, how vulnerable it is to fraud and how deficient the central bank is in its...
Mon, 23 May 2005
'Connecting the unconnected' strategy to double Motorola sales
'Connecting the unconnected' strategy to double Motorola salesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaIf you think the most lucrative markets for cell phones are in big cities like Jakarta, Surabaya and Medan, think again!Global communication firm Motorola considers regency towns to be where the money is and...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Credit card debt not critical in KL
Credit card debt not critical in KLKUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's central bank sees no cause for concern despite a rise in the number of credit card-related bankruptcies, a news report said on Saturday.The 1,397 bankruptcies last year due to credit card debt constituted only 8.
Mon, 23 May 2005
'She can tell the world we exist'
'She can tell the world we exist'For the first time in two decades, Indonesia has sent a contestant to the prestigious Miss Universe contest, being held in Thailand, despite some loud protests here. This predominantly Muslim country once banned all local beauty pageants and forbade citizens from...
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/18/LUPUS
JP/18/LUPUSPeople with Lupus Nephritis, RF+ Rheumatic Arthritis get new hope for less costly treatmentEmmy Fitri The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Wiry Hendrik Kurnia was just eight years old when he first felt the pain in his Achilles tendon. The pain worsened each day until he could not walk at all.
Mon, 23 May 2005
German magazine for intercultural dialogue with Indonesia
German magazine for intercultural dialogue with IndonesiaChristina Schott, Contributor, JakartaIf it where not for terrorism or natural disasters like the tsunami, Indonesia would rarely fill the headlines of German media.
Mon, 23 May 2005
done
doneCaption for Focus Issue --- Asia DestinationReutersA couple enjoy a spectacular sunset on Phuket Island's Phromthep Cape. Authorities in Thailand are advertising a blitz of cheap flights and packages to lure tourists back to tsunami-damaged areas on the resort.
Sun, 22 May 2005
Mob razes Islamic boarding school
Mob razes Islamic boarding schoolINDONESIA: Hundreds of people stormed an Islamic boarding school in Tulungagung, East Java, on Monday night.An angry mob leveled the building to the ground after hearing reports that the school principal, Mus, 53, had sexual relations with four of his female...