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Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Minister blames autonomy for increased labor abuses
Minister blames autonomy for increased labor abusesRidwan Sijabat, Jakarta Labor conditions in Indonesia have not improved, partly due to weak labor supervision following the poor implementation of regional autonomy, says Minister of Manpower and Transmigration Jacob Nuwa Wea.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Megawati says no rush with TNI bill
Megawati says no rush with TNI billFabiola Desy Unidjaja and Kurniawan Hari, Jakarta While most legislators appeared highly enthusiastic about continuing deliberations on the crucial Indonesian Military (TNI) bill and endorsing it next month, President Megawati Soekarnoputri said on Wednesday the...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
KPU rejects demands for longer campaign
KPU rejects demands for longer campaignM. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta The two candidates contesting the Sept. 20 presidential runoff will likely have little time reaching out for the public, as the General Elections Commission (KPU) dismissed on Wednesday increasing calls to extend the three-day...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
'Republik Togog': If Moliere were Javanese
'Republik Togog': If Moliere were JavanesePaul Agusta, Contributor The intrigues of a manipulative religious leader seeking political power, and the desperate machinations of a deformed goddess seeking to regain her previous resplendence and former lover, collide extravagantly each evening on the...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Parents complain of illegal fees
Parents complain of illegal feesDamar Harsanto, Jakarta Susi Herawati filed a complaint with the City Council on Wednesday that a state elementary school in Warakas, North Jakarta, required her to pay Rp 200,000 (US$21.7) as a "guarantee" that her son would be admitted to the school.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
3 x 17
3 x 17 Evicted students occupy W. Sumatra council building JP/5/shoot1 x 44 Police officer demoted over wrongful shooting JP/5/SUSPECT1 x 35 Police name suspect in grenade blast JP/5/FEE2 x 26 South Sulawesi govt raises hospital fees by up to 300% JP/5/SITUS1 x 56 Archeological sites in danger in...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Lifter Lisa gets way in mother row
Lifter Lisa gets way in mother rowEva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta The National Sports Council (KONI) and its affiliated weightlifting body PABBSI have bowed to lifter Lisa Rumbewas' demand that her mother be allowed to accompany her to Athens for the Olympics.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
S'pore abuzz over Temasek's NOL bid
S'pore abuzz over Temasek's NOL bidJake Lloyd-Smith, Associated Press, Singapore The Singapore government's powerful investment arm sent waves through the city-state's stock market on Wednesday after it made a surprise S$2.82 billion (US$1.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Govt sees limited oil-hike impact
Govt sees limited oil-hike impactThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government indicated on Wednesday it can still afford to keep domestic fuel prices at current levels without harming the state budget despite soaring oil prices in the international market.Oil prices rose to fresh record highs of US$44.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
South Sulawesi govt raises hospital fees by up to 300%
South Sulawesi govt raises hospital fees by up to 300%Andi Hajramurni, Makassar The South Sulawesi provincial government is facing rising public anger over its decision to raise fees at state hospitals, medical service units and blood transfusion units by between 50 percent and 300 percent.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Police officer demoted over wrongful shooting
Police officer demoted over wrongful shootingRuslan Sangadji, Palu Comr. Rickly Naldo, the former operational chief for the Palu Police in Central Sulawesi, was demoted on Wednesday over a wrongful shooting by officers under his command.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
USAID grants RI $11.9m
USAID grants RI $11.9mThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) granted an additional US$11.9 million to the government on Wednesday to help improve the provision of basic services and technical assistance.USAID mission director in Indonesia William M.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
'Govt should provide sports centers'
'Govt should provide sports centers' Jakartans have the Bung Karno sports complex in Central Jakarta and a few other, smaller sports facilities. However, not all the facilities are well maintained or frequently used. The Jakarta Post asked some people where they go to exercise.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
KBC used forged documents to back its claim: Police
KBC used forged documents to back its claim: PoliceAbdul Khalik, Jakarta The police have accused U.S.-based Karaha Bodas Company (KBC) of using fake documents in its lawsuit against state oil and gas firm PT Pertamina at the International Court of Arbitration.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Eyebox for Kadin story
Eyebox for Kadin story 12 economic programs proposed by Kadin1. Reforming taxation system, institution and procedures 2. Adjusting labor regulations to attract investors 3. Improving legal certainty 4. Infrastructure development 5. Identification of strategic industry 6.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Chrisjon set for tricky match against Pacquiao
Chrisjon set for tricky match against PacquiaoMusthofid, The Jakarta Post World featherweight champion Chrisjon, 25, may face a tricky title bout against No.1 contender Filipino Manny Pacquiao in the midst of seeking another promoter after the departure of Daniel Bahari.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Cash-strapped teacher invited to Germany
Cash-strapped teacher invited to Germany JAKARTA: A teacher from Garut, West Java, will represent Indonesia at the 4th Asia-Europe Classroom International Conference in Germany in September.Deny Suwarja, 38, a biology teacher at Cibatu State Junior High School No.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
JP/17/FORD
JP/17/FORDSpace for everyone in the new Ford EverestNitza Arbi and Zatni Arbi Contributor/JakartaLike most other Asians, we Indonesians are well known for the cohesiveness of our extended families. We always stick together.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Space for everyone in the new Ford Everest
Space for everyone in the new Ford EverestNitza Arbi and Zatni Arbi, Contributor/Jakarta Like most other Asians, we Indonesians are well known for the cohesiveness of our extended families. We always stick together.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Nissan Serena back with more features
Nissan Serena back with more featuresNovan Iman Santosa, Jakarta Automobile enthusiasts surely remember a smart multipurpose van (MPV) during the late 1990s that looked like it was one step ahead of everything else on the market, without much competition to face.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
* Kadin prepares business guidelines for upcoming govt Page 3
* Kadin prepares business guidelines for upcoming govt Page 3 * Police rush to complete Ba'asyir file Page 4 * E. Java and Lampung archeological sites deteriorate Page 5 * Globalization and postgenocide democracy Page 6 * Jakarta Police raid two pirated-CD makers Page 8 * U.S.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Breathing fresh air is difficult sometimes in Bali
Breathing fresh air is difficult sometimes in BaliWahyoe Boediwardhana, Denpasar Bali is celebrated for its natural beauty, yet, in recent years, a high number of people here have been treated for respiratory problems, which are reportedly caused by increasing air pollution on the island.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Archeological sites in danger in E. Java, Lampung
Archeological sites in danger in E. Java, LampungID Nugroho and Oyos Saroso H.N., Surabaya/Bandarlampung The condition of an ancient statue found on a farm in Mojopuro subdistrict, Gresik regency, about 30 kilometers north of Surabaya, was a sad sight.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Police seize pirated CDs, nab alleged manufacturers
Police seize pirated CDs, nab alleged manufacturersEvi Mariani, Jakarta The Jakarta Police confiscated 273,000 pirated video compact discs (VCDs) and audio compact discs (CDs) from three locations in Greater Jakarta over the weekend, police chief Insp. Gen. Firman Gani revealed on Wednesday.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Hundreds of new legislators mired in legal problems
Hundreds of new legislators mired in legal problemsM. Taufiqurrahman, Jakarta Over 200 new members of the House of Representatives, the Regional Representatives Council (DPD) and local legislatures are implicated in legal problems that could end up with their having to resign their seats, the...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
2. 1 x 32
2. 1 x 32 More Buyat residents air complaints3. 2 x 27 Police rush to complete Ba'asyir's case files 4. 2 x 27 Mega guarantees freedom of the press: KPI 5. 1 x 42 Minister blames autonomy for increased labor abuses
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
No Olympics TV upsets RI athletes
No Olympics TV upsets RI athletesEva C. Komandjaja, Jakarta Indonesian athletes taking part in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens said they were disappointed that local TV stations would not be broadcasting the Games, depriving viewers back home the opportunity to watch their home athletes in action.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
No need to propose Cabinet
No need to propose Cabinet From Koran Tempo Indonesian businessmen have urged that the two presidential candidates in the runoff announce the proposed lineup of their cabinets, particularly those to be tasked with economic matters.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
RP exports rise 8.2% in June
RP exports rise 8.2% in June MANILA: Philippine exports in June rose 8.2 percent from a year earlier to US$3.313 billion, the seventh consecutive monthly rise, the government said on Wednesday.For the six months to June exports rose 8.5 percent to $18.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Mega guarantees freedom of the press: Commission
Mega guarantees freedom of the press: CommissionFabiola Desy Unidjaja, Jakarta President Megawati Soekarnoputri told the nation's broadcasters on Wednesday that she would not impose any new restrictions on the country's press, even though there have been suggestions that her administration has been...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Malaysian duck infected with low-risk bird flu detected in S'pore
Malaysian duck infected with low-risk bird flu detected in S'poreAgence France-Presse, Singapore A duck imported into Singapore from Malaysia has been detected with bird flu although it is a low-risk strain and will not lead to a local outbreak of the deadly disease, authorities here said.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Evicted students occupy W. Sumatra council building
Evicted students occupy W. Sumatra council buildingSyofiardi Bachyul Jb, Padang Some 400 poor students who were evicted from their government- owned school in the West Sumatra capital Padang took over the provincial legislative council on Wednesday in protest of their treatment.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Tempo won't buy Indofarma unit
Tempo won't buy Indofarma unit JAKARTA: Publicly listed pharmaceutical company PT Tempo Scan Pacific decided on Wednesday to call off its plan to acquire health care distribution firm PT Indofarma Global Medika (IGM), a unit of ailing state-owned pharmaceutical company PT Indofarma.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, August 5, 2004
Where to go in Bali for Thursday, August 5, 2004.TB.30" 1.0" Exhibitions* Drawing Installation by Made Wianta, Gaya Fusion of Senses, Jl. Raya Sayan, Ubud (Tel. 0361 979253), until Aug. 15. * Painting Kata-kata by I Wayan Sila, at Maya Ubud Resort and Spa, until Aug. 20.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Jakarta hosts Asia Pacific jamborees
Jakarta hosts Asia Pacific jamborees JAKARTA: Jakarta will host the first Asia-Pacific Air Internet Jamboree (API) and the Asia-Pacific Air Jamboree (APA) from Aug. 6 through Aug. 8 at the Cibubur camping ground, East Jakarta.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Petronas to compete in b'ball tournament
Petronas to compete in b'ball tournament JAKARTA: The Petronas Malaysia basketball team has confirmed that it will participate in a four-way regional women's basketball tournament being hosted by Mahaputri Britama at the Kelapa Gading Sports Mall in North Jakarta, from Aug. 9 to Aug. 11.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Toyota holds technician contest
Toyota holds technician contest JAKARTA: PT Toyota Astra Motor (TAM) held a National After-Sales Service Skills Contest divided into five divisions: general repairs, service advisor, spare parts, body repair and paint repair.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Chrisjon set for tricky match against Pacquiao
Chrisjon set for tricky match against PacquiaoMusthofid The Jakarta Post World featherweight champion Chrisjon, 25, may face a tricky title bout against No.1 contender Filipino Manny Pacquiao in the midst of seeking another promoter after the departure of Daniel Bahari.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Mega's camp plays down defection
Mega's camp plays down defectionTiarma Siboro, Jakarta An aide to presidential candidate Megawati Soekarnoputri played down on Wednesday the defection of some legislators from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) to the Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono camp, saying that the defectors were...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Batik towels, a new twist of old fabric
Batik towels, a new twist of old fabricTarko Sudiarno, Yogyakarta After shirts, dresses, scarves, bedcovers and cell phone pouches, come batik towels.Tri Asayani, 24, a textile design student at the School of Arts and Design at the Bandung Institute of Technology, made a real breakthrough when she...
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Indonesia may lose acid market in China
Indonesia may lose acid market in China An Indonesian chemical industry group has urged the government to push China to cut tariffs against their stearic acid products so that they can better compete with Malaysians, who are aggressively selling their products in the world's most populous nation.
Thu, 05 Aug 2004
Pirated VCDs and DVDs
Pirated VCDs and DVDsFrom Media Indonesia When I went to Cempaka Mas shopping center in Cempaka Putih, Central Jakarta, I was surprised to find vendors openly selling pirated VCDs and DVDs there at a very low price.
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Support grows for TNI repositioning
Support grows for TNI repositioningKurniawan Hari and Tiarma Siboro, Jakarta A public hearing on the Indonesian Military (TNI) bill on Tuesday found support for placing the armed forces under the defense ministry for the sake of military professionalism.
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Part I of 2
Part I of 2Competition: Key to reform of civil service Ross H. McLeod Canberra 2. Adnan -- Sharia banking industry, the universal alternative 1 x 48 Sharia banking provides universal alternative Muhammad Akhyar Adnan Yogyakarta 3.
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah)on Aug.3, 2004
Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah)on Aug.3, 2004 ___________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ___________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk...
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Police and illegal logging
Police and illegal logging The article in the July 28 issue of The Jakarta Post titled Log-filled police boat impounded, concerning the boat's confiscation by the Navy for carrying more than 1,000 cubic meters of logs in Riau waters without the necessary documents, has only added to the already...
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
* NGO discovers 'fictitious' campaign donors Page 2
* NGO discovers 'fictitious' campaign donors Page 2 * Poor standards hamper herbal medicine exports Page 4 * Batam mayor endorses revocation of SBKRI Page 5 * Why foreign investment hasn't returned to Indonesia Page 6 * Drug suspect jumps to his death from 24th floor Page 8 * Sports face axe as...
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Jayapura hosts Papuan festival
Jayapura hosts Papuan festival JAYAPURA, Papua: Around 350 participants from seven municipalities and regencies across Papua province are taking part in a one-week Papuan cultural festival in Jayapura.The annual event, which will last until Aug.
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Police officers to face disciplinary court
Police officers to face disciplinary courtAbdul Khalik, Jakarta The National Police said on Tuesday former Banyumas Police chief Sr. Comr. Andi Mapparesa will face a disciplinary commission after the Election Supervisory Body (Panwaslu) found he had violated the election principle of fairness.
Wed, 04 Aug 2004
Cracks found in Golkar, PDI-P over election runoff
Cracks found in Golkar, PDI-P over election runoffTiarma Siboro, Jakarta Over 60 Golkar Party politicians and former and active members of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) have defied their leaders to pledge their support for Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in the presidential election...