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Sat, 29 Jul 1995
A time to forgive
A time to forgive "Don't let me die in prison," former foreign minister Soebandrio pleaded many times during his imprisonment. In 1967, he was sentenced to death for his involvement in the 1965 abortive communist coup. His sentence was later commuted to life imprisonment.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Woman held by hospital for failing to pay bills
Woman held by hospital for failing to pay bills JAKARTA (JP): A 53-year-old woman, who fainted in a courtroom last month while being tried and subsequently taken to hospital, has been prohibited from leaving the hospital because she is unable to pay the bill.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
'Law must defend the interest of the lower class'
'Law must defend the interest of the lower class' JAKARTA (JP): Legal experts yesterday asserted the need for national laws which promote the basic principles of human rights and defend the interests of the lower class.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
NGOs born out of the nation's failures
NGOs born out of the nation's failures NGOs in Indonesia, A Study of the Role of Non Governmental Organizations in the Development Process By Kastorius Sinaga Published by Verlag fuer Entwicklungspolitik Breitenbach GmbH, Saarbruecken for Faculty of Sociology, University of Bielefeld, Germany, 1995...
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
People's party at Pondok Indah
People's party at Pondok Indah JAKARTA (JP): To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Indonesia's Independence Day, Metro Pondok Indah Department Store, in South Jakarta, is holding a people's party called Kibaran Tana Indonesia (Display of Indonesian Land) starting yesterday and ending Aug. 20.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Traffic to TMII getting worse
Traffic to TMII getting worseFrom Bisnis IndonesiaThe traffic on the tollway in front of the Beautiful Miniature Indonesia Park (TMII), East Jakarta, is getting worse, especially during rush hours on weekdays and holidays.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Indonesia gains 2 taekwondo golds
Indonesia gains 2 taekwondo golds JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian taekwondo athletes received a morale boosting win ahead of the Southeast Asian Games when they took two gold medals in an international championship in Ho Chi Minh City recently.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Advocates yearn for immediate recognition
Advocates yearn for immediate recognition JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian advocates are calling for the immediate enactment of a law that will give their profession the respect they claim they deserve.Leading lawyers during a meeting of the Association of Indonesian Advocates (AAI) said that a draft...
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Feudalism still prominent in business
Feudalism still prominent in business JAKARTA (JP): Extensive business activities conducted by the children of high-ranking government officials are partly encouraged by prevailing cultural values which lead to a feudalistic business atmosphere.Djisman S.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Trees lose to towns
Trees lose to towns SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: Most towns in the province find it difficult to reserve 30 percent of their area for wooded parks due to population pressure, an official claims.Chief of the East Kalimantan chapter of the Real Estate Indonesia (REI) Ichwanuttaqwa said Thursday that...
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Many Indonesians have diabetes
Many Indonesians have diabetes BANDUNG: Between one to two percent of all Indonesians have diabetes which, a senior official says, will become a serious health problem unless something is done.The director general for medical services at the health ministry, Soejoga, said that the finding came from...
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Bonauli vocal group, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Lost Morenitos, Monday Thursday and Sunday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Los Paraguas, Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Aid for poor Yogyakartans
Aid for poor Yogyakartans JAKARTA: A foundation patronized by President Soeharto has assisted in the upgrade of floors in 3,000 houses in southern Yogyakarta.The Gerakan Bhakti Yogya foundation's chairman, Kardono, said that the plan's aim is to improve cleanliness among low income recipients.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Mardi Lestari proves he's still the best
Mardi Lestari proves he's still the best JAKARTA (JP): Mardi Lestari lived up to his billing as Indonesia's best sprinter when he dashed to the men's 100m victory in the Indonesia Open Track and Field Championships at Madya Senayan stadium yesterday.Though Mardi's mark of 10.
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Man found dead in Cipayung
Man found dead in Cipayung JAKARTA (JP): A man was found dead on a bridge near the Jagorawi toll road, Cipayung, East Jakarta, the local police chief reported yesterday.According to Major Tisnayoga, chief of the Ciracas police precinct, the man, who was later identified as Dukayu, 30, a resident of...
Sat, 29 Jul 1995
Fire guts 140 ha forest
Fire guts 140 ha forest PURWAKARTA, West Java: Fire turned 140 hectares of forest here into ash last year and the local government is making every effort to prevent the calamity from happening again this dry season, an official has said.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
New housing complex for executives
New housing complex for executives JAKARTA (JP): The rapid growth of Indonesia's economy has increased the number of young executives who are in need of houses.PT Chattra Graha Adhika, a newly established housing developer, is targeting young executives to buy its apartments at Taman Darmawangsa.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali:Music and entertainment * Nusa Dua Beach Hotel: Budaya Stage - Ramayana Buffet Dinner, Monday. Legong Buffet Dinner, Friday. Poolside - BBQ Night with Hawaiian Band, Wednesday. Coffee Shop - Village Night with Frog Dance, Tuesday.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Telecoms meeting at ITB
Telecoms meeting at ITB JAKARTA (JP): Secretary-General of the Ministry of Tourism, Post and Telecommunications Jonathan L. Parapak said here yesterday that the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) will host a telecommunications meeting from Sept. 4 to Sept. 6.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Surabaya to host ATF
Surabaya to host ATF JAKARTA (JP): Director General of Tourism Andi Mappi Sammeng said here yesterday that Surabaya, the capital of East Java, will host the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) from Jan. 6 to Jan. 12 next year.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Moslem groups must play role in succession
Moslem groups must play role in succession JAKARTA (JP): Society's various Moslem groups need to take a more unified stance in order to establish greater leverage and to ensure that no group will be alienated in the process leading up to presidential succession, a discussion concludes.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Kabuto 3:05 Langka & Unik 3:30 Science Program 4:05 Student Quiz: Cerdas Cermat 4:30 Culture Program 5:00 Regional News 5:30 University Program 6:05 Parlementaria 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Special: PPL 1995 Movies 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Dinamika 8:05 Music 9:00...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
440 textile workers fired
440 textile workers fired PEKALONGAN, Central Java: More than 440 textile workers lost their jobs after their companies went bankrupt due to a market slump and soaring raw material prices.All were workers at PT Sugih Mitra Kharisma, PT Faristeks and CV Tobal Batik Industri, chief of the local...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Nuclear tests
Nuclear tests In his letter to The Jakarta Post, July 22, 1995, the French ambassador mentions his country's determination to stage "environmentally safe" nuclear tests. He then goes on to reaffirm the French intention to sign the proposed nuclear test ban treaty.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Confidentiality
Confidentiality Article 40, paragraph (1) of the Basic Law of Banking No 7/1992 stipulates that banks are prohibited to reveal information concerning the financial position and other matters of their clients, a common practice in banking world.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 27, 1995: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 2,300 0 0 AHAP Insurance 3,250 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 1,100 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,950 125 397,000 Aneka Kimia...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
RI's economic remain inefficient
RI's economic remain inefficient MANADO, N. Sulawesi (JP): Bank Indonesia's Governor J. Soedradjad Djiwandono reaffirmed yesterday the urgent need for Indonesia to further improve the efficiency of its economy in order to sustain economic growth in the increasingly globalized economy.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Inco's profit increases
Inco's profit increases JAKARTA (JP): PT International Nickel Indonesia (Inco) posted a nearly 50 percent increase in its net profit in the second quarter of this year, rising to US$13.2 million from $7.4 million in the same period of 1994.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Nuclear station at Mt. Muria
Nuclear station at Mt. Muria We recently heard about the government's plan to build a nuclear power station at Mt. Muria. In our opinion, if the government still wants to build this reactor, it would be much wiser if the people of this nation were allowed to decide it for themselves.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Top Dutch diplomat gets RI honor
Top Dutch diplomat gets RI honor JAKARTA (JP): Former Dutch ambassador to Indonesia, Jan Herman Robert Dudley van Roijen, received on Wednesday the Jasa Utama Star from the Indonesian government in recognition of his meritorious services during his term in Jakarta from 1992 to 1994.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
RI, Australia to conduct surveys
RI, Australia to conduct surveys JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia and Australia agreed yesterday to cooperate in energy, mineral and hydrocarbon deposit surveys in the eastern provinces of Indonesia, Director General of Oil and Gas Suyitno Patmosukismo said.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Suspects in Bekasi gang rape still at large
Suspects in Bekasi gang rape still at large JAKARTA (JP): Police denied reports yesterday that they are investigating four suspects in the brutal rape of a mother and her two teenage daughters in a small, isolated village in Bekasi, 30 kilometers east of Jakarta.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Infantry Brigade 1 told to safeguard the capital
Infantry Brigade 1 told to safeguard the capital JAKARTA (JP): City Military chief Maj. Gen. Wiranto has reminded Infantry Brigade 1 of their obligation to safeguard the capital."All members of the brigade have the obligation and responsibility to protect the city from any disturbances and threats...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Crossers fight for top honor in Yogya
Crossers fight for top honor in Yogya YOGYAKARTA (JP): Italy's world leading crossers Alessandro Puzar and Alessio Chiodi ranked first and second respectively after the 10th series of the World Motocross Championship in France, and each has vowed to beat the other in the 11th series on Sunday.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
BNI launches $170m FRN
BNI launches $170m FRN HONG KONG (Reuter): The state-owned Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) has launched a 10-year US$170 million floating rate note issue, said lead manager Chase Asia.The notes were launched at par and float at 75 basis points over the six-month London Interbank Offered Rate.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Arrow fly over Israel, Portugal in archery meet
Arrow fly over Israel, Portugal in archery meet JAKARTA (JP): The government promised yesterday to consider the Moslem community's objection to the participation of Israel in an international archery meet here next week.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Controversy mars Amin's victory
Controversy mars Amin's victory JAKARTA (JP): A dispute over Nur Amin's victory in the men's 3,000m steeplechase final marked the first day of this year's Indonesia Open track and field championships at the Senayan Madya stadium yesterday.Clocking nine minutes, 21.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Firms get tax penalty
Firms get tax penalty JAKARTA (JP): The government has suspended the taxpayer status of 48 companies allegedly involved in tax manipulations, thereby canceling their right to a tax refund.Karsono Surjowibowo, secretary of the Tax Directorate General, announced yesterday that the 48 companies have,...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Experts support condom campaign despite opposition
Experts support condom campaign despite opposition JAKARTA (JP): Some experts have voiced support for the campaign to use condom in limited areas even though Moslem scholars have condemned the program.Marcel Latuihamallo, a manager of the Mitra Indonesia Foundation's telephone counseling hotline...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Two offers given for peace talks
Two offers given for peace talks GENERAL SANTOS, Philippines (AFP): The Philippine government yesterday offered to back rebel leader Nur Misuari for the top position in a proposed Moslem autonomous region, in a bid to make headway in peace talks.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
ADB to assist with Asian infrastructure
ADB to assist with Asian infrastructure MANILA (AFP): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said yesterday it would help developing member countries meet massive infrastructure requirements through novel financing schemes proven effective in certain Asian countries.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Pavement at Jl. Wahid Hasyim
Pavement at Jl. Wahid HasyimFrom NeracaThe pavement located at Jl. Wahid Hasyim, Central Jakarta, and especially the segment between the Sarinah Department Store and National Land Building, is inconvenient for pedestrians.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Steel workers seek retirement
Steel workers seek retirement SERANG, West Java: Apparently lured by the handsome severance pay offered to employees dismissed earlier in an efficiency drive, at least 1,000 staff members of PT Krakatau Steel in Cilegon are seeking early retirement.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Horta is a fraud, ex-girlfriend says
Horta is a fraud, ex-girlfriend says JAKARTA (JP): A former girlfriend of Ramos Horta yesterday accused the East Timorese separatist leader of defrauding millions of dollars donated to the people of East Timor.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Economic efficiency
Economic efficiency The reaffirmation by the Governor of Bank Indonesia (central bank), J. Soedradjad Djiwandono, of the urgent need for Indonesia to improve the efficiency of its economy may sound like a cliche, especially now when most of us are in a festive mood about being able to celebrate the...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
'Strong government should be balanced with basic rights'
'Strong government should be balanced with basic rights' JAKARTA (JP): The government must forge a trusting relationship with the people by letting their dynamic ideas contribute to the overall development process of the country, political observers said yesterday.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Top shuttlers to miss World Cup c'ships
Top shuttlers to miss World Cup c'ships JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian shuttlers have already cleared some of their toughest hurdles in the World Cup badminton championships, to be held here from Sept. 13 to 17, because several world best-players will miss the invitational meet.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Councilor want rapists sentenced to death
Councilor want rapists sentenced to death JAKARTA (JP): The men who gang raped a mother and her two teenage daughters in Bekasi last Monday should be punished to the fullest extent of the law, said M.H. Ritonga, the chairman of the City Council.M.H.
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Scavengers seek Rp130m in land compensation
Scavengers seek Rp130m in land compensation JAKARTA (JP): The Association of Indonesian Scavengers is demanding more than Rp 130 million (US$59,090) from the local administration in compensation for land and property taken from 600 scavenger families in Cakung-Cilincing, North Jakarta,The land has...
Fri, 28 Jul 1995
Government urged to reduce foreign loan dependence
Government urged to reduce foreign loan dependence JAKARTA (JP): Observers of the economy advised the government yesterday to intensify promotion to attract foreign portfolio and direct investments to reduce Indonesia's dependence on foreign loans.