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Sun, 24 Aug 1997
A souvenir from another place
A souvenir from another placeBy Ismet Fanany Minangkabau people have long talked of their tradition of leaving home to seek their fortunes or study in other provinces or even abroad.Gradute students from across world have studied the phenomenon.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Dubbing foreign films is not mere double-talk
Dubbing foreign films is not mere double-talkBy Lie Hua JAKARTA (JP): A film depicts a made-up representation of reality. It is not reality but derived from reality and speaks to viewers through a visual discourse. A good film is understood even in silence.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Buying antiques takes time in spotting fakes
Buying antiques takes time in spotting fakes JAKARTA (JP): No fail-safe rules prevail on how to buy antiques and, more importantly, how to spot a fake. Even the most seasoned dealers have fallen victim to paying high prices for top-notch reproductions and knockoffs.Rule of thumb is buyer beware.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Govt gives unclear signals on fate of broadcasting bill
Govt gives unclear signals on fate of broadcasting billBy Imanuddin JAKARTA (JP): The government's unprecedented decision to return the broadcasting bill to the House of Representatives (DPR) for further deliberation left many bewildered.Uncertainty is particularly pronounced among legislators. B.N.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
What they say about TV programs
What they say about TV programsBy Christiani S. Tumelap JAKARTA (JP): A variety of programs are screened by the seven local television stations. Some are cherished, while others are cursed. Five people from different walks of life shared their views on television programs with The Jakarta Post.
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Grandmasters drub computers in AEGON
Grandmasters drub computers in AEGONBy Kristianus Liem JAKARTA (JP): The 12th AEGON Human versus Computer tournament in The Hague this April was another fine rendition of the annual event.Fifty of the world's very best computers were pitted against an assortment of human opponents, ranging from...
Sun, 24 Aug 1997
Past loves: Tales of four devoted antique collectors
Past loves: Tales of four devoted antique collectorsBy Emilie Sueur and Edith Hartanto JAKARTA (JP): It is different strokes for different folks in deciphering the attraction of antique collecting.For British businessman David A. Whitaker, it runs in the family, at least his wife's family.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
For better control of aliens
For better control of aliens It is an understatement to say that Malaysia's dependence on foreign labor in its rapid industrialization pace is causing the country a headache. As events unfolded in the past year, locals could not help but gather the impression that if no effective solution is found...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:00 p.m. News: Berita 14 2:30 Travel: My Country 2:35 Children's Film: The Crystal Maze 3:10 Teenagers' Program: Jenjang Vocal 3:35 Travel: Wisata Nasional 4:00 Regional News 4:30 Sports 5:25 Variety Show 5:30 TV Series: Full House 5:55 Music 6:00 News: Lintasan Berita 6:05 Nusantara,...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Don't let TV control your life: Expert
Don't let TV control your life: Expert JAKARTA (JP): Television is beginning to take control of the lives of many Indonesians, leading mass communications expert Alwi Dahlan warned.Most TV stations in Indonesia were giving out "useless information", Alwi told Antara yesterday.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Bogor launches cleanliness drive
Bogor launches cleanliness drive JAKARTA (JP): Bogor has launched a campaign to keep the town orderly, tidy and beautiful.A spokesman for the town's administration, Hari Harsono, said the campaign was aimed particularly at motorists and pedestrians.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
No more villas being built in Puncak
No more villas being built in Puncak BOGOR (JP): Not a single house or holiday villa has been built in the Puncak hill resort since the launch of the Bogor regency's aggressive operations against illegal construction in the area late last year, an official said yesterday.Regency spokesman Denny M.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Two RI workers abused in Germany and Malaysia
Two RI workers abused in Germany and Malaysia JAKARTA (JP): Two Indonesian women workers in Germany and Malaysia respectively have reportedly been abused by their employers, according to an official at the Ministry of Justice's Directorate General of Immigration.Spokesman Mursanudin A.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Ukraine makes economic in-roads into SE Asia
Ukraine makes economic in-roads into SE Asia JAKARTA (JP): Six years after it declared its independence, the Ukraine is starting to make political and economic in-roads into Southeast Asia.The Ukraine, one of the breakaway republics of the old Soviet Union, has established its beachhead for...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
KNPI chief threatens to sue 'Sinar' weekly
KNPI chief threatens to sue 'Sinar' weekly JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian National Youth Committee (KNPI) chairman Maulana Isman threatened yesterday to sue the weekly Sinar for allegedly tarnishing his name.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Australian meat firms urged to expand into RI
Australian meat firms urged to expand into RI GOLD COAST (Reuter): The Australian Meat Council (AMC) urged yesterday red meat exporters to exploit the "unlimited potential" of emerging markets in Indonesia and Malaysia while consolidating their traditional dominance in Japan and South Korea.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
China indicates support for Southeast Asia during money crisis
China indicates support for Southeast Asia during money crisis KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Visiting Chinese Premier Li Peng indicated Friday Beijing's support for Southeast Asia during its currency crisis, a senior Malaysian official said yesterday.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Bank Lippo offers cellular incentive
Bank Lippo offers cellular incentive JAKARTA (JP): Bank Lippo will cooperate with PT Excelcomindo Pratama, one of the country's cellular telephone operators, to market its credit card service.Under an agreement signed here yesterday, applicants for Bank Lippo credit cards can get a free cellular...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Mercedes makes inroads into Indonesian truck market
Mercedes makes inroads into Indonesian truck marketBy John Aglionby LUXURY sedans and small trucks rarely go hand in hand but Mercedes-Benz, one of the leaders of the former market, is starting a major offensive to improve its share of the latter.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Thai baht fall depresses SE Asian currencies
Thai baht fall depresses SE Asian currencies SINGAPORE (Reuter): Southeast Asian currencies slid once more yesterday as the Thai baht fell to record lows, spurring fresh buying of the dollar across the board.The baht hit a new record low of 34.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Aug. 22, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 700 -75 63,500 AHAP Insurance 2,500 0 0 Alter Abadi 1,000 0 0 Alumindo Light Metal 1,000 -100 750,000...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
PT Telkom wins ISO certificates
PT Telkom wins ISO certificates JAKARTA (JP): State-owned domestic telecommunications provider PT Telkom has obtained ISO 9002 certificates and will launch a gambling-like soccer quiz via telephone toll free with a total prize of up to Rp 30 million per week.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Daewoo plans $27m spend up
Daewoo plans $27m spend up SEOUL: Daewoo has plans to spend about US$20 million through its Uzbekistan joint-venture partner UzDaewooAuto on a dealership and service network for Russia and other CIS countries, according to Automotive News Europe.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Malaysia jails two Filipinos
Malaysia jails two Filipinos KUALA LUMPUR (AP): A Philippine woman has pleaded guilty to hacking her husband to death and was sentenced to 12 years in prison, a report said yesterday.In the same court, another Filipino was jailed for 11 years and ordered to be whipped four times for raping his...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Empowerment of DPR
Empowerment of DPR From Kompas"The title of an article in Kompas on July 21 (page 14) read: Empowerment of the House of Representatives needed to make it equal with other institutions. It was reported that Prof. Dr.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Thai Airways's new flight
Thai Airways's new flight BANGKOK (AFP): Thai Airways International said yesterday it would launch a non-stop service four times a week between Indonesia and Australia, starting Oct. 27.The flights between Jakarta and Sydney would be serviced by wide-bodied Airbus A300-600 aircraft, the airline...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Is going int'l capital flight?
Is going int'l capital flight?By Dewi Anggraeni MELBOURNE (JP): How come, ask some interested businesspeople in Australia, when an Australian company goes international, it is praised for its achievements, while an Indonesian company going international may be accused of capital flight? Are there...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
No project rescheduling so far, say ministers
No project rescheduling so far, say ministers JAKARTA (JP): The government has not made any decision regarding the rescheduling of development projects despite President Soeharto's call last week to do so.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Indra upsets Dong, Ong beats Hariyanto
Indra upsets Dong, Ong beats HariyantoBy Primastuti Handayani YOGYAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's Indra Wijaya upset first seeded and defending champion Dong Jiong of China 13-15, 15-12, 15-13 yesterday to go through to the semifinals of the 1997 Sanyo World Cup badminton championships at Among Rogo...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Peugeot offers refreshed 306 to Indonesian market
Peugeot offers refreshed 306 to Indonesian marketBy John Aglionby IT is summer in France and people are on holiday, hoping to return home looking fresher, relaxed and ready to take on the perils and pitfalls of the rest of the year.Peugeot, one of France's leading car manufacturers, is no exception.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Senator calls for sex ring probe
Senator calls for sex ring probe MANILA (AP): A Philippine senator urged the government yesterday to investigate a report that a sex ring has brought Filipino children into Australia for sexual exploitation.Sen.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Kasiadi leads East Java Golf Open
Kasiadi leads East Java Golf Open SURABAYA (JP): Pre-tournament favorite Kasiadi led host golfers to hold off visitors' charges and take control of the game by one shot in the Prasidha East Java Open at Ciputra Golf course yesterday.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
'TVRI' levies (1)
'TVRI' levies (1) The TVRI foundation has announced that starting Aug. 11 televisions would be reregistered and levies collected in Jakarta, Tangerang and Bekasi. The foundation will operate by sending its employees assisted by regional stability agency (Bakorstanasda) officers.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Indonesian smoke hits neighbors
Indonesian smoke hits neighbors SINGAPORE (Reuter): Smoke billowing from forest fires in Indonesia has reached Singapore, and the government warned yesterday the elderly and those with heart or respiratory ailments to reduce their activity outdoors.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Bus drivers protest overlapping routes
Bus drivers protest overlapping routes JAKARTA (JP): About 160 drivers of Kopaja minibuses plying the Manggarai-Blok M route in South Jakarta went to the City Council yesterday to complain about an overlapping route with Pahala Kencana buses.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Nissan to build engines in Indonesia
Nissan to build engines in Indonesia TOKYO: Nissan Motor has revealed that it is to start joint- production of petrol engines in Indonesia starting in 2000.The joint-venture partner is a major financial conglomerate in Indonesia, and is now involved in the joint-financing with Nissan of an auto...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Painting Exhibition: by Sri Hadhy, Tulus Warsito, Sukriyal Sadin and Kristiyanto at Hotel Kristal Jl. Tarogong Raya, Cilandak Barat, South Jakarta, 24 hours, until Sept. 30.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Military subcommands
Military subcommands JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Sutiyoso unveiled a plan yesterday to set up two military subcommands which would oversee the seven military districts in the city, Bekasi and Tangerang.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Asian crude end the weak steady
Asian crude end the weak steady SINGAPORE (Reuter): Asian crudes ended the week steady, overshadowed by the activity on the Middle East crude market, traders said on Friday.Traders were also focusing on the term price talks for Vietnamese Bach Ho crude six month contracts starting October, limiting...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Stock prices plunge 4.8% as rupiah remains stable
Stock prices plunge 4.8% as rupiah remains stable JAKARTA (JP): Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange suffered the biggest intraday drop of 4.8 percent yesterday while the Indonesian rupiah was stable at 2,700 level against the U.S. dollar.The composite index dropped 28.665 points to 574.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Jakarta and tourist attractions
Jakarta and tourist attractions I would like to bring some thoughts to the attention of the Jakarta tourism office which seems to be concerned about the decline in tourist arrivals. No doubt, Indonesia is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and therefore highly recommended to foreign...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
'TVRI' levies (2)
'TVRI' levies (2)From RepublikaThe Indonesian consumer institute (YLKI) deplores the use of officials from Bakorstanasda, the regional stability coordination agency, to collect television levies.Mass collection of these levies should be based on legal regulations, in the absence of which the...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
RI oil subsidy trims revenue on weak rupiah
RI oil subsidy trims revenue on weak rupiah SINGAPORE (Reuter): Indonesia's net crude oil exports will cushion the impact of its currency woes but sales revenues, which outweigh import costs, will be trimmed by high domestic price subsidies, analysts said yesterday.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Li denounces Japan's fear of China's strength
Li denounces Japan's fear of China's strength KUALA LUMPUR (Agencies): Chinese Premier Li Peng denounced Japan yesterday and dismissed fears of Beijing's growing economic and military strength in Southeast Asia, a region traditionally wary of China.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Local and foreign NGOs urge review of manpower bill
Local and foreign NGOs urge review of manpower bill JAKARTA (JP): Criticism of the draft manpower bill grew yesterday as 26 national and international Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) declared their opposition and urged the government to revise it.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Action urged over public facilities
Action urged over public facilities JAKARTA (JP): City councilors said yesterday they expected Jakarta's next governor to aggressively tackle one of the city's oldest problems: urging real-estate developers to abide by their obligations to construct social and public facilities.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Asian sugar trade to rise as Japan, U.S. open markets
Asian sugar trade to rise as Japan, U.S. open markets MANILA (Reuter): The liberalization of sugar trade in the United States and Japan by year 2010 will likely benefit producers from the Asia-Pacific region, the general manager of an Australia-based sugar marketing firm said yesterday.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Billions spent on dengue
Billions spent on dengue BANDAR LAMPUNG, Lampung: Indonesia spends Rp 47.25 billion (US$17.83 million) annually on curbing the spread of dengue across the country, an official said.Dr. Hadi Abednego, director general for the prevention of communicable diseases at the Ministry of Health, was quoted...
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Summarecon builds military sector base
Summarecon builds military sector base JAKARTA (JP): Private property developer PT Summarecon Agung handed over a building yesterday to be used as a military sector base at its Kelapa Gading housing complex in North Jakarta.
Sat, 23 Aug 1997
Lessons from the Southeast Asian currency crisis
Lessons from the Southeast Asian currency crisis The financial turmoil sweeping Southeast Asia may scare off western investors, but not the Japanese. And as Walden Bello writes in this Inter Press Service commentary, the crisis may serve to strengthen the already dominant position of Japanese...