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Thu, 25 May 2000
Asian monies mixed as weakness persists
Asian monies mixed as weakness persists HONG KONG (Dow Jones): Asian currencies are mixed in late Wednesday trading as afternoon profit-taking brought some respite from the U.S. dollar's relentless gains.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Bank Bali taps online payment
Bank Bali taps online payment JAKARTA (JP): Publicly listed Bank Bali launched on Wednesday a new online payment system amid uncertainty over the prospect of its recapitalization program.Bank Bali will provide secured Internet real time payment processing for customers who purchase goods through...
Thu, 25 May 2000
MPR sizes up direct election of president
MPR sizes up direct election of president JAKARTA (JP): People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) members began tabling proposals on Wednesday for a Constitutional amendment on presidential elections, with a majority of factions supporting a new system in which the people directly elect the president.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Pertamina delays plan to fix fuel prices
Pertamina delays plan to fix fuel prices JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Mines and Energy Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono ordered on Wednesday state oil and gas company Pertamina to withdraw its plan to impose international prices on fuel sold to export-oriented companies.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Hotel's security
Hotel's security Starting in the late 19th century, the Savoy Homann Hotel in Bandung has been host to kings, princes and dignitaries from around the world. It has been considered a four star hotel and even received ISO 9002 accreditation.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Unique house of Dewa free from influences of 'asta kosali'
Unique house of Dewa free from influences of 'asta kosali' DENPASAR, Bali (JP): Dewa Nyoman Kuat lives in a unique house with a distinguished architectural style on a street in busy Denpasar, the provincial capital of Bali.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Recovery of closed bank assets tough
Recovery of closed bank assets tough JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia said on Wednesday that it was facing various difficulties in its efforts to recover the assets of 16 banks liquidated by the government in November 1997.Bank Indonesia senior official, Sri Rahayu Wiwi, said that only Rp 2.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Expert warns against hasty regional polls
Expert warns against hasty regional polls JAKARTA (JP): A world-renowned expert on international politics said here on Wednesday that the hasty introduction of elections of local governments could ignite separatism in the country's provinces.Samuel P.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Community brawls
Community brawlsFrom Forum KeadilanI refer to an article in Forum on April 16, 2000. I was sad to learn of the community brawls that took place in two areas of Matraman recently.We often witness students brawls in Jakarta and society has not found an effective way to stop them.
Thu, 25 May 2000
BI says economy still safe from fake banknotes
BI says economy still safe from fake banknotes JAKARTA (JP): Bank Indonesia deputy director for banknote supervision Kaidi Thohir said on Wednesday that the amount of fake rupiah banknotes in circulation did not pose a threat to the economy.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Marubeni denies sweetened deal
Marubeni denies sweetened deal TOKYO (AFP) - Japanese trading house Marubeni Corp. reacted with fury to a newspaper report Wednesday that alleged it received political favors in a crucial Indonesian debt- restructuring deal.
Thu, 25 May 2000
IMF boss to visit Asia
IMF boss to visit Asia WASHINGTON (AFP): International Monetary Fund managing director Horst Koehler will start a five-nation Asian tour May 31 to discuss IMF reform measures, the Fund announced here Tuesday.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Mining group warns all lose in court actions
Mining group warns all lose in court actions JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Mining Association (IMA) said on Wednesday that seeking court settlements in disputes between provincial governments and mining firms only caused losses to both sides.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Cilacap fish production drops
Cilacap fish production drops CILACAP, Central Java: Fish production in Cilacap regency has dropped drastically due to vanishing plankton and the depreciation of rupiah, an official said recently.Dwi Yuliono, the head of infrastructure and production at the Nusantara port here, said that between...
Thu, 25 May 2000
Audit the military
Audit the military No one doubted the statement from Minister of Defense Juwono Sudarsono on Tuesday that the Indonesian Military (TNI) and the National Police (Polri) were so underfunded as to affect their overall performance.
Thu, 25 May 2000
Eradicating corruption takes time, says Adi
Eradicating corruption takes time, says Adi JAKARTA (JP): Corruption eradication in Indonesia will take time due to rampant cases of the crime, newly installed chairman of the independent anticorruption team Adi Andojo Sutjipto said on Wednesday.
Thu, 25 May 2000
AIA expects higher premium income in 2000
AIA expects higher premium income in 2000 JAKARTA (JP): Insurance company PT Asuransi AIA Indonesia expects a 30 percent to 35 percent increase in total premium income in 2000 from Rp 178.94 billion ($21 million) achieved in 1999 through the opening of 10 new sales offices later this year.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Police unveil major reshuffle, no political motive involved
Police unveil major reshuffle, no political motive involved JAKARTA (JP): National Police Headquarters announced on Tuesday a major reshuffle involving 31 high-ranking police officers, including those from the strife-hit provinces of Aceh and Maluku.
Wed, 24 May 2000
U.S. business mission due here
U.S. business mission due here JAKARTA (JP): A 45-member business mission from the United States comprising hoteliers, bankers, media owners and garment makers will make a week-long visit to Indonesia starting on June 1 to look into trade and investment opportunities.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Denying education to women defies Islam
Denying education to women defies IslamBy Mehru Jaffer JAKARTA (JP): The conclusion of an international seminar on women in Islam held here last month was that the secret to problems facing Muslim societies around the world lies in providing women with proper education.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Four more years sought for Zarina
Four more years sought for Zarina JAKARTA (JP): Prosecutors in West Jakarta District Court on Tuesday wanted the panel of judges to sentence Zarina Mirafsur, still serving time in jail for a previous drug case, to four years in prison, plus a Rp 10 million (US$1,175) fine.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Loan syndication formed to help export companies
Loan syndication formed to help export companies JAKARTA (JP): Two state banks and at least seven foreign banks have agreed to establish a loan syndication to provide Rp 50 trillion (US$6 billion) in credit facilities for export-oriented firms.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Batik auction to help out bright but needy students
Batik auction to help out bright but needy studentsBy Pavan Kapoor JAKARTA (JP): Many a woman has lovingly caressed the soft fabric of her stole and proudly claimed it to be inherited from her mother or grandmother. After all, an heirloom means more than any price tag can.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Court set to decide on Soeharto vs 'Time' soon
Court set to decide on Soeharto vs 'Time' soon JAKARTA (JP): After a series of hearings, lawyers from both parties in the Soeharto versus Time case handed over their conclusions to the judges on Tuesday.Each of them stood by their previous positions.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Forgive Soeharto
Forgive Soeharto Nobody will deny that (former president) Soeharto caused a good deal of trouble for many people during the time he was in power. Nor will anyone deny that during those years he permitted certain people to benefit tremendously while inflicting immense hardship on others.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Focus on Medan's Godfather, his pals and victims
Focus on Medan's Godfather, his pals and victimsBy Donna K. Woodward MEDAN (JP): His name is known across the Medan community, though it tends to be whispered. He keeps a low profile, yet his reach extends everywhere.
Wed, 24 May 2000
KPU official suspect in fraud case
KPU official suspect in fraud case JAKARTA (JP): Chief of the logistics bureau at the General Elections Commission (KPU) Achmad Latief has been declared a suspect in a malfeasance case which caused Rp 5 billion in losses to the government.Col.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Muslims fear new S'pore school rule
Muslims fear new S'pore school rule SINGAPORE (DPA): Muslims fear their Islamic schools will be penalized if the institutions fail to meet the Singapore government's minimum standards in English, mathematics and science, a professional body said on Tuesday.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Aceh convict arrested for marijuana possession
Aceh convict arrested for marijuana possession BANDA ACEH, Aceh (JP): One of the 25 convicted murderers involved in last year's massive killings in West Aceh may have his jail sentence extended after he, along with a military police officer who escorted him to Iskandar Muda Airport, was found in...
Wed, 24 May 2000
Three-year jail term sought for Lt. Agus Isrok
Three-year jail term sought for Lt. Agus Isrok JAKARTA (JP): Military prosecutors demanded on Tuesday the Jakarta Military Court sentence defendant Army Second Lt. Agus Isrok to three years in jail for allegedly possessing and carrying narcotics and psychotropic substances.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Man's family calls on shamans
Man's family calls on shamans DENPASAR, Bali: The family of Eddy Erfan, the missing taxi driver whose vehicle was found abandoned three days ago, has enlisted the help of paranormals after a search proved fruitless.
Wed, 24 May 2000
No additional posts for Chinese party: Malaysia
No additional posts for Chinese party: Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Tuesday he would not increase the number of cabinet posts held by an influential Chinese party whose president is quitting his government.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Textile firms threaten to shut down
Textile firms threaten to shut down BANDUNG, West Java (JP): Some 200 textile companies in the West Java chapter of the Indonesian Textile Association (API) threatened on Tuesday to stop production if the electricity rate hike was not revised within a week.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Three killed as more violence erupts in Poso
Three killed as more violence erupts in Poso PALU, Central Sulawesi (JP): Three people were killed and 15 others injured while scores of houses were set ablaze in fierce clashes that erupted in the town of Poso on Tuesday.The three victims were identified as Sgt. Maj.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Census 2000 to reveal comprehensive data
Census 2000 to reveal comprehensive data JAKARTA (JP): Officials have pledged to conduct thorough data recording, including in strife-torn areas across the country, for the national population census which begins on June 1.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Where to go in Surabaya, for Wednesday, May 24, 2000
Where to go in Surabaya, for Wednesday, May 24, 2000Exhibition * Fine Arts Exhibition: Sisi-sisi Surabaya 2000, at CCCL - French Cultural Center, Jl. Darmokali 10, until May 31.Performances * Concert: Quirine Viersen, at Balai Adika Balroom, Hotel Majapahit, Mandarin Oriental, Jl.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Exact Software Indonesia aims to double clients
Exact Software Indonesia aims to double clients JAKARTA (JP): Business software provider PT Exact Software Indonesia says it expects to double the number of its clients this year as the Indonesian middle market for enterprises resources planning software has largely been untapped.
Wed, 24 May 2000
New online service at JSX
New online service at JSX JAKARTA (JP): Information provider PT Selaras Universal launched on Tuesday its "Index Business Information Online" service to investors at the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX).The service is transmitted through a television channel and includes stock price quotations, market...
Wed, 24 May 2000
Freeport agrees to cut production
Freeport agrees to cut production JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Environment Sonny Keraf said on Tuesday that giant gold and copper mining company PT Freeport Indonesia had agreed to cut its production following an incident at the Wanagong dumping site.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Military faces acute budget Problems: Juwono
Military faces acute budget Problems: Juwono JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Defense Juwono Sudarsono said the Indonesian Military and National Police were finding it difficult to meet minimum performance standards required for maintaining security given the inadequate funds that have been allotted to...
Wed, 24 May 2000
Megawati to inaugurate National Games in June
Megawati to inaugurate National Games in June JAKARTA (JP): President Abdurrahman Wahid has appointed Vice President Megawati Soekarnoputri to inaugurate the 15th National Games (PON) in Surabaya on June 19, State Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mahadi Sinambela said on Tuesday.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Govt launches new farming concept
Govt launches new farming concept JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Agriculture M. Prakosa said on Tuesday the government had designed a new farming concept to help boost efficiency in the agricultural sector.Prakosa said that under the corporate farming concept, small farm areas of between 0.
Wed, 24 May 2000
27 houses razed in Kramat Sentiong
27 houses razed in Kramat Sentiong JAKARTA (JP): Fire razed 27 houses on Jl. Kramat Sentiong, Senen district in Central Jakarta on Tuesday morning, turning some 200 residents into homeless people.Senen district chief, Matin Salim, said the fire broke out at 10:30 a.m.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Wiranto resists blame on Timor chaos
Wiranto resists blame on Timor chaos JAKARTA (JP): Former Indonesian Military chief Gen. (ret) Wiranto balked at the continued criticism against him saying here on Tuesday that he was only part of the larger infrastructure and that there were more senior officials overseeing the process in East...
Wed, 24 May 2000
Monday's economic meeting
Monday's economic meeting We somewhat worriedly expected a worsening economic management after President Abdurrahman Wahid decided last month to personally chair a weekly economic monitoring meeting on Mondays.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Parking: A lot of bother
Parking: A lot of botherFrom NeracaHotels provide parking facilities to their guests and visitors. There used to be no charge for parking. Later on, parking fees became necessary to finance the orderliness, supervision and comfort of the lots.Therefore, Gubernatorial Decree No.
Wed, 24 May 2000
RI eyes better ranking in swimming c'ships
RI eyes better ranking in swimming c'ships JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia will make strong efforts to better its ranking at the 24th South East Asia (SEA) Age Group Swimming Championships in Bali, from May 26 to May 28, an official of the Indonesian Swimming Association (PRSI) said on Tuesday.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Breaking silence about AIDS vital to ending ignorance
Breaking silence about AIDS vital to ending ignoranceBy Chris W. Green JAKARTA (JP): "Time to speak out about AIDS in the spirit of friendship without prejudice." So reads the theme for Indonesia's participation in the 17th International AIDS Candlelight Memorial, which was held last Sunday around...
Wed, 24 May 2000
Envoy vows to release Irawn from Myanmar
Envoy vows to release Irawn from Myanmar JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian Ambassador to Myanmar Nasaruddin Mochtar Koro said on Tuesday that the embassy would do its best to help free a young Indonesian man arrested in Yangon for illegally installing and operating a communications system in his hotel room.
Wed, 24 May 2000
Lippo e-Net clarification not enough: MISI executive
Lippo e-Net clarification not enough: MISI executive JAKARTA (JP): PT Asuransi Lippo e-Net's clarification published in Tuesday's newspapers was pointless and gave no answer to the market confusion about the insurance company, according to the Indonesian Securities Investors' Society (MISI).