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Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Minister Sjarifudin defends troubled PTP Agrintara
Minister Sjarifudin defends troubled PTP Agrintara JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Agriculture Sjarifudin Baharsjah continued to defend PTP Agrintara yesterday, saying it had been sold cheap crude palm oil (CPO) to help stabilize domestic cooking oil prices.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Students protest before court
Students protest before court BANDUNG: Hundreds of university students assembled at Bandung State Administrative Court to support a lawsuit filed by a fellow student who was expelled in May for his alleged involvement in the death of a first-year student earlier this year.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Course aims to reduce student brawls
Course aims to reduce student brawls JAKARTA (JP): The Central Jakarta police precinct is to hold a special policing course for high school students in an effort to reduce the number of brawls in the city.Central Jakarta Police Chief Lt. Col.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Elephants to be relocated
Elephants to be relocated PEKANBARU, Riau: The Ministry of Forestry is planning to catch and tame 20 wild elephants which will then be relocated to a new habitat in Sebanga forest in Bengkalis regency.Programming chief of the local office of the forestry ministry Ratman Tasmin said yesterday that...
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Two draft bills to be introduced
Two draft bills to be introduced JAKARTA (JP): Proposals for bills on new parking fees and congestion pricing are to be introduced in the near future, according to the chairman of the commission in charge of city revenue.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Cahaya Kalbar profit soars
Cahaya Kalbar profit soars JAKARTA (JP): Newly-listed PT Cahaya Kalbar, the largest producer of specialty fats, booked a net profit of Rp 9.2 billion (US$3.9 million) for the first half of this year, compared to Rp 1.6 billion gained in the same period of last year.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Companies should use care in revaluing assets
Companies should use care in revaluing assets JAKARTA (JP): Public companies must be careful when carrying out asset revaluations if they do not want to damage their financial ratios and stock performance, advises Jusuf Halim of the Jusuf Halim & Partners accounting firm.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
TV today
TV todayTVRI 10:00 a.m. Sports Games (PON) Report from the National Sports Stadium (live) 12:00 p.m. Travel: My Country 12:05 TV Series: Family Matters 12:30 Dance Performance: Gerak dan Lagu 12:55 Travel Film: 13 Wonder Back to The Wind 1:17 Film: Here Comes the Stars: Bob Hope 1:42 Sport 2:00...
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Six missing in July 27 riots have been found
Six missing in July 27 riots have been found JAKARTA (JP): Six of the people who were reported missing by the Jakarta Legal Aid Institute following the July 27 riots have been found, leaving eight people still on the institute's missing persons list.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
An internal security law needed
An internal security law needed The Constitution makes it clear that Indonesia is a state based on the rule of law and not solely on individual power. It is therefore natural that of late much criticism has been aimed at the possible use of laws that are regarded as reflecting little more than the...
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Emha rejects comfy seat in the House, vows to help PPP
Emha rejects comfy seat in the House, vows to help PPP SEMARANG (JP): Well-known intellectual Emha Ainun Nadjib said yesterday he has turned down the United Development Party's (PPP) offer of a cozy seat in the House of Representatives.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Soeharto calls for self-reliance in transportation
Soeharto calls for self-reliance in transportation JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto called on domestic companies yesterday to help make the country more self-reliant in sea, land and air transportation.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
BUPLN to handle Rp 4.3t in bad loans
BUPLN to handle Rp 4.3t in bad loans JAKARTA (JP): The value of the state-owned banks' bad loans transferred to the state receivership agency, BUPLN, exceeded Rp 4.3 trillion (US$1.8 billion) in the last two fiscal years, says a senior official.BUPLN chairman Adolf Warouw said yesterday that Rp 2.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Treacherous money changers
Treacherous money changers As frequent visitors to Bali we have occasionally encountered money changers cheating tourists out of money by exploiting their unfamiliarity with Indonesian currency.Our present visit to Bali, however, has given us the impression that the whole bag has gone rotten.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
RI mission to Argentina
RI mission to Argentina BUENOS AIRES (Reuter): A delegation of 35 entrepreneurs from Indonesia headed by Trade and Industry Minister Tunky Ariwibowo will visit Buenos Aires this week to explore business opportunities, Argentina's Foreign Ministry said Tuesday.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Customs staff withhold clearance of Timor cars
Customs staff withhold clearance of Timor cars JAKARTA (JP): Director General for Customs and Excise Soehardjo said yesterday his office was still withholding the clearance of around 4,000 Timor national cars until it received a clear report on their local contents.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Wisdom needed in handling religious schisms
Wisdom needed in handling religious schisms JAKARTA (JP): Greater wisdom is necessary to handle differences between religious communities in Indonesia, especially at a time when religious teachings are flourishing, President Soeharto said yesterday.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Foreigners tax a burden
Foreigners tax a burden I, a German national, have been married to my Indonesian husband for more than 33 years. After finishing his studies in Europe, my husband was asked to return to Indonesia at the end of 1972 in order to work with the Suara Karya daily and Progres magazine.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Jakarta prepares for Games closing ceremony
Jakarta prepares for Games closing ceremony JAKARTA (JP): The 14th National Games will enter its penultimate day today as host Jakarta dresses up for the closing ceremony, which looks certain to serve as its formal induction as overall winner.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Administrative failure led to women's hockey row
Administrative failure led to women's hockey row JAKARTA (JP): Members of 14th National Games organizing committee admitted yesterday that administrative errors had caused the disqualification of women's hockey as a medal event, and called for thorough deliberation to solve the issue.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Tortured woman found in Bekasi
Tortured woman found in Bekasi BEKASI, West Java (JP): Local residents found a young woman with bruises on her face and body lying unconscious on the street early yesterday.Police officers who came to the site after receiving a report from witnesses, took the woman, later identified as Marsinah,...
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
The young worship the West
The young worship the WestFrom Bisnis IndonesiaWe are facing many challenges in this era of globalization; these challenges exist in economics, politics, social matters and culture.The young are vulnerable to the influence of alien cultures.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Justice banned from seminar
Justice banned from seminar SURABAYA: Deputy Chief Justice Adi Andojo Soetjipto failed to show up to address a seminar at the Airlangga University here yesterday because he was not permitted to attend."Pak (Mr.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
E. Java dominates archery in National Games
E. Java dominates archery in National Games JAKARTA (JP): East Java wrapped up its winning run in the archery competition at the 14th National Games yesterday with an Olympic round gold medal.The East Java men's trio of Hariyono, Hendra Setijawan and Gatot Arianto teamed up well to beat their North...
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Bre-X Minerals set to cash in on RI gold find
Bre-X Minerals set to cash in on RI gold find HONG KONG (Reuter): Canada's Bre-X Minerals Ltd may become one of the world's largest gold companies after the discovery of the Busang gold deposit in Indonesia, the firm's exploration manager Michael T. Guzman said.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
Two hostages found dead in Irian Jaya
Two hostages found dead in Irian Jaya JAKARTA (JP): The two remaining hostages, abducted by Irianese separatist rebels last month, were found dead in a ravine yesterday, Antara quoted Lt. Col. Maulud Hidayat, a spokesman of the Trikora Military Command, as saying.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
ASEAN told to delay Myanmar's entry
ASEAN told to delay Myanmar's entry KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysian non-governmental organizations (NGOs) yesterday called on ASEAN governments to delay Myanmar's entry into the regional grouping until it makes more acceptable political changes.
Thu, 19 Sep 1996
House member asks govt to change education system
House member asks govt to change education system JAKARTA (JP): A House of Representatives member urged the government to overhaul the current education system to meet the demand for more skilled workers in the future.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Indosat, Telkom to help develop tallest tower
Indosat, Telkom to help develop tallest tower JAKARTA (JP): State-owned telecommunications operators PT Telkom and PT Indosat will participate in the development of Menara Jakarta, which is set to become the tallest tower in Indonesia.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
RI to clash with giants in Asian Nations Cup
RI to clash with giants in Asian Nations Cup JAKARTA (Agencies): Indonesia, still smarting from its disappointing performance in the Tiger Cup over the weekend, was given another headache as it was drawn to play the continent's soccer giants in the Asian Nations Cup in Dubai this December.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Experts doubtful of indoor pool campaign
Experts doubtful of indoor pool campaignBy Haryoso SEMARANG (JP): Two political analysts have welcomed the proposal to move election campaigns indoors for security and public order reasons, but they doubt whether the move will be effective in enhancing communication between the parties and voters...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Sept. 17, 1996: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,325 0 0 AHAP Insurance 2,700 0 0 Alumindo Perkasa 700 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,125 0 523,000 Aneka Kimia...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Union leader seeks 15% wage increase
Union leader seeks 15% wage increase JAKARTA (JP): A senior union leader is urging the government to raise minimum wage levels across the country by an average of 15 percent next year, Antara reported yesterday.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Five spacecraft firms to bid for Palapa-D project
Five spacecraft firms to bid for Palapa-D project JAKARTA (JP): State-owned PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia (Telkom) has invited Hughes Space and Communications Company, Lockheed Martin, Loral Corporation, Matra Marconi and Aerospatiale to submit proposals for manufacturing the Palapa-D satellite...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Hanoi urges fight against drug abuse
Hanoi urges fight against drug abuse HANOI (Reuter): Vietnam has urged fellow members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to devise a plan of action aimed at curbing drug abuse and trafficking in the region, the official Vietnam News Agency said yesterday.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Injury forces Susi to pull out of Games
Injury forces Susi to pull out of Games JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian badminton queen Susi Susanti was forced to forfeit her quarterfinal at the 14th National Games yesterday due to her foot injury.Susi, who played for West Java, lost 10-12 to Yuni Kartika from Central Java in the first set but won the...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Bahari Nongsa festival promotes tourism
Bahari Nongsa festival promotes tourismBy David Chew JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto has declared 1996 to be Indonesia's Maritime Year, a most fitting tribute to the country's position as an archipelagic nation, in fact the world's largest.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
A unique relationship
A unique relationship The relationship between Indonesia and Australia is truly unique. Because of their geographic proximity and territorial potential the two countries maintain a very intense pattern of cooperation in economic and social affairs.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Asian airlines take 18 percent jet fuel hike in stride
Asian airlines take 18 percent jet fuel hike in stride SINGAPORE (Reuter): Asian airlines are unfazed by the 18 percent rise in benchmark Singapore jet fuel prices so far this year, industry sources said yesterday.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
S'pore port prepares for Asian trade boom
S'pore port prepares for Asian trade boom SINGAPORE (AFP): The Port of Singapore Authority (PSA) completed the construction of two new berths yesterday as it moves to double its container-handling capacity to cope with a rapid rise in Asian traffic.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Hockey row erupts ahead of PON finale
Hockey row erupts ahead of PON finale JAKARTA (JP): A hockey row made headlines yesterday as the 14th National Games braces for a gallant closing ceremony.The organizing committee prompted a break in yesterday's frenetic competition with the disqualification of women's hockey as a medal event.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Insurance firms told to pay out claims promptly
Insurance firms told to pay out claims promptly JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Finance's director of insurance, Sophar Toruan, told insurance firms yesterday that delaying insurance claim payments is against government regulations.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
PT Pos Indonesia
PT Pos IndonesiaFrom Bisnis IndonesiaData Business Indonesia's Christianto Wibisono was right in suggesting that PT Pos Indonesia should diversify its business. Especially since the company is in a transition period, going from an atomic era to a more revolutionary stage, as forecasted by Nicholas...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Typhoon hits Manokwari
Typhoon hits Manokwari MANOKWARI, Irian Jaya: One person went missing and five fishing platforms were destroyed when a typhoon hit Doreri Bay over the weekend, a press report said yesterday.The northwest-bound typhoon swept through Manokwari at a speed of 60 kilometers an hour on Saturday,...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Indonesia hopes to spur trade, investment with Chile
Indonesia hopes to spur trade, investment with Chile SANTIAGO, Chile (Agencies): Indonesian Foreign Minister Ali Alatas said on Monday he hoped to spur trade and investment between Chile and his country, which he admitted "does not have a perfect democratic system.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
16 ITB students suspended
16 ITB students suspended BANDUNG (JP): Sixteen university students of the prestigious Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) have been suspended for taking part in the initiation week that led to the death of a first-year student early this year.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Hotel Dai-ichi, Jl. Senen Raya 135, Central Jakarta. - Mezzanine Lounge: The Praise Vocal Group, nightly except Sundays, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. * Hotel Aryaduta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Los Morenitos Vocal Group, Monday,...
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Six men arrested over fatal attack in South Jakarta
Six men arrested over fatal attack in South Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): Cilandak police detectives in South Jakarta have arrested six men, including a high school student, believed to have fatally attacked two customers of a street food trader.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Spotlight
SpotlightPhoto A: LongueJP/obyNEW MUSIC LOUNGE: The general manager of the Ambhara Hotel, Ibrahim Pierce (second left) poses with Paul Siregar, director of PT Aeroraya International Hotels (third left), Taruna Renier, director PT Ambhara (third right), and Usman Ja'far, president of A.
Wed, 18 Sep 1996
Bank Niaga plans rights issue
Bank Niaga plans rights issue JAKARTA (JP): Publicly-listed Bank Niaga will issue rights shares to increase its paid-up capital from Rp 157.57 billion (US$68.2 million) to Rp 189.09 billion in November, the company said in a statement here yesterday.