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Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Blueprint for Survival: Time to own up to our failings
Blueprint for Survival: Time to own up to our failings------------------------------------------- Indonesia, A Blueprint for Survival By Nirwan Idrus Published by Center for Strategic and International Studies, Jakarta, 2003 Paperback, 99 pp In English...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Malaysian arrested for drugs
Malaysian arrested for drugs INDONESIA: A Malaysian was arrested by security officers at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Tangerang, on Saturday, for allegedly carrying 19,945 ecstasy pills in his bag.The Malaysian was identified as Tan Chen Wen, 30.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
'Blueprint for Survival': Time to own up to our failings
'Blueprint for Survival': Time to own up to our failingsDewi Anggraeni, Contributor, Melbourne Indonesia, A Blueprint for Survival; By Nirwan Idrus; Published by Center for Strategic and International Studies, Jakarta, 2003; Paperback, 99 pp; In EnglishBefore you read this book, you need to define...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Mexican milestones
Mexican milestones For a true philatelist, a simple stamp tells many stories. For a country, its stamps are a continuous log of its history.To mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Mexico and Indonesia, the Embassy of Mexico will display its finest chronicle of the country's...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Muhay, 36, a native Jakartan who works as an assistant manager at
Muhay, 36, a native Jakartan who works as an assistant manager at a serviced apartment in Central Jakarta. I think traffic jams are the worst problem in Jakarta, a daily happening involving both private and public vehicles.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Civilian resistance movements take up arms against GAM
Civilian resistance movements take up arms against GAMThe Jakarta Post, Takengon, Aceh Marsito Mertoredja, a 69-year-old retired civil servant, should have been enjoying his pension and playing with his grandchildren.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Now, Mr. Governor, what have you done for us lately?
Now, Mr. Governor, what have you done for us lately?The year is 2013, and the Jakarta governor's term is about to end. Well, it never really ends, because through thick and thin (mainly thick) he has managed to hold onto the job.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Sunday, June 22, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Sunday, June 22, 2003JakArt@2003 .TB.30" 0.90"June 22 Exhibition, Creativity and Contents: the Indian from St Gall and Golden Letters Ak Sa Ra Bookstore, Jl. Kemang Raya 8b, South Jakarta Painting Exhibition The Exuberance of the Soul by Aida Prayogo (Indonesian) and Lamat...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Singer Anggun stays real and moves on
Singer Anggun stays real and moves onHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Last week was my third chance to interview Indonesian singer- turned-European star Anggun C. Sasmi, better known simply as Anggun.My admiration has grown with each meeting.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Three must-read books a mirror on Jakarta's past and present
Three must-read books a mirror on Jakarta's past and presentIgnatius Haryanto, Contributor, Jakarta It's nice to take a trip back in time from our Jakarta to the Batavia of yesteryear.Personally, I do not agree with glorifying the past, because it seems to me that we are also saying that everything...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Deddy giving a fresh look to oldtime religion
Deddy giving a fresh look to oldtime religionJoko Anwar, Contributor, Jakarta In a modest editing room, Deddy Mizwar sang along to a rock song featured in the closing credits of his big-screen directorial debut.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
It's just a small stretch to a better body with pilates
It's just a small stretch to a better body with pilatesMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta It was once considered the best kept secret among ballerinas and dancers in maintaining their toned, slim figures.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Divided Jakarta shares woes with all
Divided Jakarta shares woes with allEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Debby Sahertian is living the good life. The entertainer has a home in Puri Cinere, an upmarket residential area in South Jakarta that boasts all the conveniences that money can buy.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Paulo Gorjao
Paulo Gorjao Lecturer Lusiada University Portugal It is obvious that Indonesia (together with Australia) will be the two countries that constitute the most important of East Timorese bilateral relations in the long term.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Increase in beginners means good business for golf shops
Increase in beginners means good business for golf shopsSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The growing popularity of golf in Indonesia has brought a positive impact on sales of golf equipment, such as clubs, bags, golf attire and other accessories, in the country.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Project 365 is at the Ministry of National Education, Jl. Jend.
Project 365 is at the Ministry of National Education, Jl. Jend. Sudirman, Senayan, South Jakarta, until June 30.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Jakarta's `sahibul hikayat' a tale rarely told today
Jakarta's `sahibul hikayat' a tale rarely told todayEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Ahmad Sopiyan Zahid is the last of his breed, the final exponent of the story-telling tradition of Jakarta's native community.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
India comes on board in battle against illegal drug trade in Asia
India comes on board in battle against illegal drug trade in AsiaAssociated Press, Chiang Mai, Thailand India joined four Asian nations on Saturday at the core of the region's drug trade in a new plan to fight the production and trafficking of opium, heroin and methamphetamines.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Golf, business and politics go hand in hand
Golf, business and politics go hand in handRon Pate, Contributor, Jakarta Golf is a game that is popular around the world. And Indonesia is no exception.A survey of business executives and affluent residents of Asian capital cities conducted in 2000 by ACNielsen found that 13 percent of Jakarta's...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
On the Shelves
On the Shelves Setahun Bersama Gus Dur Kenangan Menjadi Menteri di Saat Sulit (A Year With Gus Dur -- Reminiscences of a Minister during Hard Times); By Moh Mahfud MD, with a foreword by Abdurrahman Wahid; Published by LP3S; April 2003; xx + 322 pages (Indonesian language)Mahfud MD was surprised by...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
What is the greatest problem affecting Jakarta today?
What is the greatest problem affecting Jakarta today? Jakarta turns 476 today, growing much too fast for some who cannot keep up with its pace and too slowly for those intent on hurtling along in the fast lane.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Tears, tributes for Mahathir at last congress
Tears, tributes for Mahathir at last congressAgencies, Kuala Lumpur Top leaders of Malaysia's ruling party on Saturday paid emotional tributes to Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad, who was appearing before its general assembly for the last time before he steps down later this year after 22 years in...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
RI, Mongolia to upgrade ties
RI, Mongolia to upgrade ties MONGOLIA: President Megawati Soekarnoputri and her Mongolian counterpart Natsagiyn Bagabandi agreed on Saturday to upgrade bilateral ties by establishing an embassy in each other's country.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Be on time or you will have a big problem!
Be on time or you will have a big problem!Avie K. Utoma, Contributor, Jakarta All sports including golf have their own rules. For instance, missing your starting time, or tee time in the lexicon of golf, will cause you a big problem, no matter who you are.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Patience, steady foot on the gas key to fuel efficiency
Patience, steady foot on the gas key to fuel efficiencyImanuddin The Jakarta Post Lido, SukabumiIt was not about how vigorously you could rev up your car's engine to exceed the speed limit and reach the finish line ahead of the rest.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Jakarta club scene comes a long way in short time
Jakarta club scene comes a long way in short timeJoseph Mangga, Contributor, Jakarta So you've already drunk several gallons of low-budget Bintang, and battled your way through a pub crawl of the capital's finer after-work drinking establishments.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Kalianda: Sun, sea, sand and a mountain to yourself
Kalianda: Sun, sea, sand and a mountain to yourselfJohn Badalu, Contributor, Kalianda, Lampung When thoughts turn to an escape from Jakarta, it's usually to places eastwards, such as Bali -- the first choice -- Yogyakarta or Bandung, even though this means braving lengthy traffic jams or long...
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
City parties the night away to celebrate anniversary
City parties the night away to celebrate anniversaryArya Abhiseka and Bambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Hundreds of thousands of Jakarta youngsters flocked to stages in the capital's five municipalities on Saturday to celebrate the city's 476th anniversary, which occurs on Sunday.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
JP/7/satya
JP/7/satyaStronger role in defense sought in white paper Satya Arinanto Lecturer Faculty of Law University of Indonesia In a hearing with the House of Representatives (DPR) last month, the Ministry of Defense's role was questioned by legislators from Commission I.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Personal reminiscences of a Jakarta long gone
Personal reminiscences of a Jakarta long gone Iwan Tirta has been a witness to the changing fortunes of Jakarta. Save for periods of study at Yale University in the U.S. and a stint at the United Nations in New York, the 68-year-old batik designer has lived his entire life in the city.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
More complaints
More complaints about toll roads From Media IndonesiaDuring peak hours in the afternoon, when traffic is heavy on the Tegal Parang flyover, toll roads in the city are considerably congested, causing traffic jams as far as Hotel Maharaja and the intersection between Jl. Kuningan and Jl.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
What is the greatest problem affecting Jakarta today?
What is the greatest problem affecting Jakarta today?Jakarta turns 476 today, growing much too fast for some who cannot keep up with its pace and too slowly for those intent on keeping in the fast lane.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Betawi cuisine, a culinary journey through history
Betawi cuisine, a culinary journey through historyMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The capital's rich and diverse history can be traced not only in a tour of its museums, but also in its kitchens.Unfortunately, many traditional Betawi, or native Jakarta, dishes are slowly dying out.
Sun, 22 Jun 2003
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Sun, 22 Jun 2003
Taking the war in stride as an embedded journalist
Taking the war in stride as an embedded journalistTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Embedded journalists, what are they really good for? Can they be expected to be objective when their life is dependent on the very same people they are reporting about?Some cynics, including other...
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Protests mount over the killing of 'TVRI' cameraman
Protests mount over the killing of 'TVRI' cameramanTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Press defenders voiced strong protests over the killing of Banda Aceh-based TVRI cameraman Jamaluddin, 30, saying that the Aceh martial law administration should protect journalists, instead of restricting...
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
City development yet to heed environment
City development yet to heed environmentTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Public officials have admitted that the policy on development in the capital was merely based on economic development and in neglect of the environment, which must be protected and maintained in order to...
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
W. Sumatra loses Rp 14b to disasters
W. Sumatra loses Rp 14b to disasters PADANG, West Sumatra: A total of 18 natural disasters -- floods, fires, earthquakes and landslides -- from January to April 2003 has cost the West Sumatra administration Rp 14 billion (US$1.7 million) in material losses.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Govt to increase Bank Mandiri IPO sale to 20%
Govt to increase Bank Mandiri IPO sale to 20% Dow Jones JakartaThe government is planning to increase the size of Bank Mandiri's initial public offering to a 20 percent stake from 15 percent due to the good response from investors during the recent pre- marketing of the issue.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
The rupiah exchange rate table does not appear in today's edition
The rupiah exchange rate table does not appear in today's edition due to technical problems. We regret any inconvenience caused.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Reclaim Jakarta's nature
Reclaim Jakarta's natureMarco Kusumawijaya, Architect, Jakarta We should really push ahead with the reclamation of Jakarta's coastal area. I mean "we" the public, not the four big developers that will help the governor sue the environment minister for his decree that deemed the reclamation project...
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Effective ways to manage organizational conflict
Effective ways to manage organizational conflictSonny J. Soeharso, Psychologist, Jakarta Have you ever experienced a conflict in your past or present organization? The answer to that is probably yes, because there are precious few companies that are free from conflict.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
The job of the Red Cross: Cleaning up the mess left by war
The job of the Red Cross: Cleaning up the mess left by warYS Tong, Journalist, Banda Aceh, Aceh They see with their eyes the victims of almost every battle, dead or alive, in conflict-torn Aceh province, located at the tip of northern Sumatra.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
1 X 23
1 X 23 Reclaim Jakarta's nature Marco Kusumawijaya Architect Jakarta 2. Zaki -- 1 X 30 Curricula imposes fake pluralism Zakiyuddin Baidhawy Center for Cultural Studies and Social Change Muhammadiyah University of Surakarta 3. Daily -- 1 X 30 A new partnership takes shape
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Tourism and the 'baby boomers'
Tourism and the 'baby boomers'Rob Goodfellow University of Wollongong New South Wales Australia In his letter last month to The Jakarta Post, Sydney-based Evan Willis correctly asserted that "the US$1 per day backpackers of the 1970s are coming back to Indonesia with wives, children and...
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Bus plunges into river, 11 killed
Bus plunges into river, 11 killedAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purbalingga, Central Java An intercity bus plunged into a river here on Friday, leaving at least 11 passengers dead and eight others injured.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Japanese official to meet Bungaran
Japanese official to meet Bungaran JAKARTA : Chairman of the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party's Farm Committee Soichi Nakagawa is expected to arrive here on May 25 to discuss world agriculture issues with Minister of Agriculture Bungaran Saragih and other related officials, according to an...
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Unloved metropolis
Unloved metropolis One of the myriad problems for the Indonesian capital city, Jakarta, which celebrates its 476th anniversary tomorrow, is its residents' mood of apathy and indifference.People's lack of empathy toward others can be seen everywhere, at any time.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Rights court building neglected
Rights court building neglectedTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Several court clerks with file folders in their hands entered the three-story white building, while several others exited.
Sat, 21 Jun 2003
Collaborative musical needs careful blending
Collaborative musical needs careful blendingSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Bringing good ideas to life can sometimes be difficult. This was true in the case of the opera Raja Bali Chandrakirana (The King of Bali Chandrakirana) staged here on Thursday and Friday.