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Mon, 12 May 1997
Singapore said to have drug cartel
Singapore said to have drug cartel SINGAPORE (DPA): Syndicates in Singapore -- a nation known for its strict intolerance of illegal drugs -- are believed to be playing a key role in the international marketing of the drug Ecstasy, reports in the island republic said yesterday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
RI woes Canadian firms despite Busang case
RI woes Canadian firms despite Busang case MONTREAL (JP): Indonesian and Canadian trade ministers agreed here over the weekend that the Busang debacle in East Kalimantan should not disturb trade and investment relations between the two countries.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Medan Police stop digging
Medan Police stop digging MEDAN: Police say they have suspended their search in Sei Semayang for the bodies of women which they suspect were killed by a shaman in Medan, North Sumatra.The head of Medan Police information office, Lt. Col.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Manila to examine Spratly complaint
Manila to examine Spratly complaint MANILA (DPA): President Fidel Ramos promised China that Manila would look into its diplomatic protest over an incident on a reef off the disputed Spratly Islands, in which Philippine navy patrols forced Chinese vessels to leave the area, a palace statement said...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Political parties view to claim Moslem vote
Political parties view to claim Moslem vote YOGYAKARTA (JP): Under the hot March sun, about 20,000 members of Indonesia's largest Moslem organization Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) gathered at Simpang Lima Plaza in Semarang, Central Java, to see their leader Abdurrahman Wahid and his new ally Siti Hardiyanti...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Soldiers teach in Irian Jaya schools
Soldiers teach in Irian Jaya schools JAKARTA (JP): Members of the Armed Forces (ABRI) serving in Irian Jaya have been called up to teach at rural elementary schools due to a severe shortage of teachers.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Kartu Halo
Kartu Halo After thirteen years of reading The Jakarta Post and deriving much pleasure from "This Odd World" and "Your Letters" columns, I have finally been inspired to share a story with my fellow readers.In November 1996 I purchased a Kartu Halo for use with a handphone which I already possessed.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Cahaya Kalbar to acquire PT Mintawi for Rp 62b
Cahaya Kalbar to acquire PT Mintawi for Rp 62b JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed cocoa and edible oil producer PT Cahaya Kalbar will take over PT Mintawi, another edible oil producer, as part of its expansion program.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Golkar campaign focuses on Busang, corruption issues
Golkar campaign focuses on Busang, corruption issues JAKARTA (JP): Corruption issues and other scandals were a focal point at Golkar campaign rallies yesterday in Sulawesi and Kalimantan.In Manado, Golkar functionary Ginandjar Kartasasmita commented on the Busang gold hoax and the controversial...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Jakarta retail sector stays attractive
Jakarta retail sector stays attractiveBy Nada Muljadi and Stephen Doe JAKARTA (Reuter): As instructed by President Soeharto on April 23, the government is to issue a regulation after the election banning big retailers from opening new stores in towns classified as Dati II, the term for the next...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Top racers to take part in Mesran rally
Top racers to take part in Mesran rally JAKARTA (JP): Top national racers have confirmed participation in the Gudang Garam-Mesran rally in Palembang, South Sumatra, on June 14.So far 18 racers have registered for the one-day rally, the organizers announced yesterday.
Mon, 12 May 1997
APEC determined to lead sectoral liberalization
APEC determined to lead sectoral liberalizationBy Riyadi MONTREAL (JP): Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) trade ministers reaffirmed their commitment here over the weekend to leading trade and investment liberalization globally and to working toward free trade in financial services.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Astra helps small business with Rp 912b
Astra helps small business with Rp 912b JAKARTA (JP): PT Astra International will allocate Rp 912.99 billion (US$375.56 million) this year to help small businesses and cooperatives in the country, the company's executive said.
Mon, 12 May 1997
President's aides 'misunderstand their position'
President's aides 'misunderstand their position' YOGYAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto's half brother and noted businessman Probosutedjo said Saturday that many high-ranking officials did not fully understand their position as the President's aides.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Thousands flunk elementary grades
Thousands flunk elementary grades PALANGKARAYA, Central Kalimantan: More than 33,600 students in state and Islamic elementary schools will have to repeat the grade this year.This is from 299,422 students studying at 814 elementary schools in the area, according to head of the Central Kalimantan...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Mahathir reminds of Malay struggle
Mahathir reminds of Malay struggle KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad reminded members of his ruling party, which marked its 51st anniversary yesterday, to uphold the struggle of the Malay race.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Tri Polyta reviews supply
Tri Polyta reviews supply JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed PT Tri Polyta Indonesia announced over the weekend that it had reopened negotiations on its long-term propylene supply with PT Chandra Asri.Chief Executive Officer of Tri Polyta, Markus Hartanto said that the negotiations would focus on the...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Pest plagues coconut plantations
Pest plagues coconut plantations TERNATE, Maluku: Coconut farmers are on the alert after an outbreak of the sexava pest destroyed acres of plantations in Halmahera during the past five months.North Maluku Regent Abdullah Assagaf said here Saturday that the outbreak began in October of last year and...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Alliance for change
Alliance for change The emergence of a new political alliance, albeit unofficially, between supporters of the ousted Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) chief Megawati Soekarnoputri and the United Development Party (PPP) is probably about the only surprise anyone can expect from this year's general...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Police investigate Megawati's role in disturbances
Police investigate Megawati's role in disturbances JAKARTA (JP): The police are investigating the possible involvement of Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI) ousted leader Megawati Soekarnoputri in recent election campaign disturbances.Police spokesman Lt. Col.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Indonesia wins four golds at Arafura Games
Indonesia wins four golds at Arafura GamesBy Primastuti Handayani DARWIN, Australia (JP): Indonesia's second string athletes successfully won four gold, six silver and six bronze medals in the second day of the Arafura Games yesterday.Silvy Triana clocked 2:28.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Economist cites red tape in fishery
Economist cites red tape in fishery BOGOR, West Java (JP): A mountain of bureaucratic procedures is obstructing development of the fishery sector, an economist said yesterday.Didik J. Rachbini of the Institute for Development of Economics and Finance (Indef) said red tape was so prevalent in the...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Bakrie embarks on resort project in Lampung
Bakrie embarks on resort project in Lampung JAKARTA (JP): The Bakrie Group will join with the government in developing a resort area geared to adventure tourism in Kalianda, Lampung.They have established PT Krakatau Lampung Tourism Development Corporation (KLTDC) to develop the 340-hectare resort...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Foreign presence on JSX expected to remain strong
Foreign presence on JSX expected to remain strong JAKARTA (JP): Trading on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) is expected to remain strong this week, with foreign investors likely to further dominate trading activities.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Al-Falah cooperates with renowned U.S. partner
Al-Falah cooperates with renowned U.S. partner JAKARTA (JP): An Islamic preschool, which combines Islamic teachings with an international education standard, was introduced in Cibubur, East Jakarta, on Friday. It is the first of its kind in Indonesia.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Pudjiadi's net profit up
Pudjiadi's net profit up JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed PT Pudjiadi & Sons Estate posted a net profit of Rp 2.38 billion (US$1.01 million) last year, an increase of 3.8 percent over the previous year.The company said in a statement Saturday that the firm's total sales surged by 6.6 percent to Rp 35.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Campaign schedule for Indonesia for May 12, 1997:
Campaign schedule for Indonesia for May 12, 1997: Party Campaign areas Important campaigners ---------------------------------------------------------------- PPP Banda Aceh, Sumatra, Aisyah Aminy, Ali Hardi Kiaidemak, Bali, East and West Nusa Tosari Widjaya, Rusjdi Hamka, Tenggara, East Timor...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Harmoko proves his loyalty
Harmoko proves his loyalty KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Despite his busy campaigning schedule, Golkar boss Harmoko has proven his faith to his wife is not fading.When presenting a handkerchief to a would-be first time voter during a campaign here Saturday, he assured her it was no "love...
Mon, 12 May 1997
Miscalculation shapes political alliance
Miscalculation shapes political alliance The joint election campaign between supporters of the United Development Party (PPP) and those of Megawati, the ousted leader of the Indonesian Democratic Party (PDI), has gained people's attention.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Who's afraid of Nyai Roro Kidul?
Who's afraid of Nyai Roro Kidul? CILACAP, Central Java: For the sake of the general election, the local government is risking the wrath of Nyai Roro Kidul, the Queen of the Indian Ocean in Javanese mythology.
Mon, 12 May 1997
PPP has evidence of poll rigging attempts
PPP has evidence of poll rigging attempts JAKARTA (JP): The United Development Party (PPP) stood by its recent allegation of poll rigging attempts, but said it had faith in the government's handling of the problem.
Mon, 12 May 1997
No air condition on Sembrani train
No air condition on Sembrani train On April 25, 1997, I traveled on the Sembrani train from Gambir Station to Pasar Turi Station in Surabaya. It was the first time that I took a trip on this particular train.
Mon, 12 May 1997
WB provides $110m loan for Bali infrastructure
WB provides $110m loan for Bali infrastructure JAKARTA (JP): The World Bank has approved a US$110 million loan to help finance an urban infrastructure development project in Bali and improve the sustainability of infrastructure services in that province.
Mon, 12 May 1997
PPP struggles to hold on to support of Moslems
PPP struggles to hold on to support of Moslems YOGYAKARTA (JP): Hundreds of United Development Party (PPP) supporters roaming the streets of Yogyakarta on motorcycles were a common sight even before campaigning officially began.
Mon, 12 May 1997
Police shoot 63 bandits this year
Police shoot 63 bandits this year JAKARTA (JP): City Police spokesman Lt. Col. E. Aritonang yesterday said the number of criminals shot by police from January to April this year was more than 60."So far about 63 criminals have been shot by police.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Books take children into new world
Books take children into new worldBy Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): When parents read their children a good story, they take their offsprings into a new world, said Murti Bunanta, an expert in children's literature.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Truck mudguard paintings kill drivers' boredom
Truck mudguard paintings kill drivers' boredomText and photos by K. Basrie JAKARTA (JP): Traveling around Indonesia it is common to see expressive illustrations and phrases adorning the tailgates and mudguards of trucks.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Children's books industry struggling
Children's books industry strugglingBy Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): Do not be surprised if many Indonesian children are more familiar with Western superheroes Batman, Superman, Spiderman, Japanese space cat Doraemon, Cinderella or Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck than local characters like Bawang...
Sun, 11 May 1997
Guess What?
Guess What? Six leading directors turned down the offer to direct the TV drama Bukan Perempuan Biasa (No Ordinary Woman). Actress Jajang C. Noer knows why."I asked them not to accept the offer because I really wanted to do it," Jajang said.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Consumer rights remain a dream
Consumer rights remain a dream The Indonesian Consumers Organization (YLKI) celebrates its 24th anniversary today with a fresh commitment to keep up its aggressive stance in the interest of the people. Such a mission puts the organization in the hot seat because to some extent, it relies on a...
Sun, 11 May 1997
Advertising Expenditures by Type of Media (in billion Rp)
Advertising Expenditures by Type of Media (in billion Rp) 1996 1997* Media Amount % share Amount % share ----------------------------------------------------- Newspaper 1,202 29.0 1,344 27.1 Magazine 270 6.5 325 6.6 Radio 189 4.6 206 4.2 Cinema 10 0.2 9 0.2 Television 2,203 53.2 2770 55.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Bachelors
Bachelors It strikes me as odd that many young people from Indonesia, who finish their education in European countries (Germany, the Netherlands, Switzerland), prefer to remain single after returning to Indonesia. Even those who get a job after finishing their studies prefer to remain bachelors.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Apparel Convention opens
Apparel Convention opens HONG KONG (JP): The World Apparel Convention opens tomorrow at the Hong Kong International Convention and Exhibition Center.The two-day convention, scheduled to be opened by Sunyoto, president of the International Apparel Federation, will draw 600 participants from...
Sun, 11 May 1997
APEC seeks ways for sectoral liberalization
APEC seeks ways for sectoral liberalizationBy Riyadi MONTREAL (JP): Trade ministers in the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) have agreed to speed up sectoral trade liberalization and improve individual action plans.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Siana Kristiani on her way to becoming world class doll maker
Siana Kristiani on her way to becoming world class doll makerText and photos by Susi Andrini JAKARTA (JP): Siana Kristiani likes dressing her "children". They are beautiful, sweet and cute and have exotic faces. Regrettably they are dumb because they are porcelain.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Paris music museum features the sound of ancient gamelan
Paris music museum features the sound of ancient gamelanBy Kunang Helmi Picard PARIS (JP): There is something unique about this museum: it has a permanent display of 17th century Venetian lutes which rub shoulders with a gamelan orchestra from Java and a synthesizer invented by Frank Zappa.
Sun, 11 May 1997
RI softball team leads Arafura Games
RI softball team leads Arafura Games By Primastuti Handayani DARWIN, Australia (JP): Steven Andre Pattiwael's home run marked a victory for Indonesia men's softball team over neighboring country Brunei Darussalam 14-3 in 6 innings at the Arafura Games opening day.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Art bourse gauges art and political conditions
Art bourse gauges art and political conditionsBy Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Fine Arts Foundation holds its Third Indonesian Art Bourse at the Regent Jakarta on Tuesday. Scheduled during the campaign period for the general election, which is understandably considered by many to be a...
Sun, 11 May 1997
What people say about the role of YLKI
What people say about the role of YLKI JAKARTA (JP): There is an art to shopping around for bargains in goods and services. The catch is that sometimes the spending spirals into a reckless buying binge.
Sun, 11 May 1997
Ministers unhurt in emergency landing
Ministers unhurt in emergency landing JAKARTA (JP): Coordinating Minister for Political Affairs and Security Soesilo Soedarman and Minister of Social Services Endang Kusuma Inten Soeweno survived a scare yesterday when a Merpati Nusantara aircraft made an emergency landing in Palembang, South...