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Tue, 31 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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Headshot - 14 pts Century Bold l/c Correction: The headshot printed along with the profile of Russia's World Cup team in the Monday, May 30 edition of The Jakarta Post was incorrectly identified as Victor Onopko of Russia. The photo was of Moroccan star Mustapha Hadji. We regret the error. -- Editor
Tue, 31 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Toray to produce resin for plastic bottles
Toray to produce resin for plastic bottles JAKARTA (JP): PT Indonesia Toray Synthetics announced yesterday the establishment of a joint venture company which will build Indonesia's first polyethylene terephtalic (PET) resin for plastic bottles in Tangerang, West Java. The US$34 million plant, to be designed with an annual capacity of 30,000 tons, will meet the country's demand for PET resin, which is estimated at 20,000 tons a year.
Tue, 31 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI rowers training in Hungary
RI rowers training in Hungary JAKARTA (JP): A nine-member Indonesian canoeing and kayak team left yesterday for a four-week training stint in Budapest, Hungary as part of their preparations for the upcoming Asian Games in Hirosima, Japan in October. "We will participate in various weekly races there to improve our skills," Basoeki, the chairman of the Indonesian Rowing and Canoeing Association (PODSI) told the Jakarta Post here yesterday.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
City urged to manage
City urged to manage flood control project An official of the Public Works Ministry wants the city administration to take over the management of the Kali Cideng flood control project. Deputy head of the project, Sahala Sinaga, made the statement in front of members of the House of Representatives (DPR) and reporters who visited the flood control project over the weekend on a press tour organized by Japanese Embassy.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Thousands greet badminton Cups in grand parade
Thousands greet badminton Cups in grand parade JAKARTA (JP): Thousands of cheering badminton fans poured into the capital city as the Thomas and Uber Cups were paraded yesterday morning - while an even larger number of enthusiasts were still sound asleep. The 30-kilometer motorcade parade around the capital, which also had Indonesia's victorious badminton teams on view, was the climax to the country's week-long celebration of its double success in the May 10-21 badminton championships.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
C. Java rules in 1st leg of Track & Field Circuit
C. Java rules in 1st leg of Track & Field Circuit JAKARTA (JP): Central Javan athletes dominated at the first leg of the Java-Bali Track and Field Circuit by romping home with five golds, seven silvers and seven bronzes at the Ngurah Rai Stadium in Denpasar, Bali yesterday. The circuit, with four legs, now moves west to East Java, Central Java, West Java and Jakarta. The interval between each leg is about two weeks.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Consumer Watch: Faked CPUs on the market
Consumer Watch: Faked CPUs on the market JAKARTA (JP): A friend of mine, the owner of a computer store in Orion Plaza, Glodok, Jakarta, once showed me an Intel 486 CPU chip that he said was "second grade." Unfortunately, I forgot to note what the CPU speed was. However, as far as I know, there's no such a thing as a "second grade" CPU, particularly from Intel. So I did not take his statement very seriously. Then I got to use a 486 PC that had a CPU from AMD -- AM80486DX2 50 MHz -- in it.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
AOI negotiating with Ministry of Forestry on share issuance plan
AOI negotiating with Ministry of Forestry on share issuance plan JAKARTA (JP): PT Artika Optima Inti (AOI), a wood-based company affiliated to the Djajanti Group, is still negotiating with the Ministry of Forestry, which has refused to recommend its plan to sell shares to public through the capital market.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tourism to offer work to nearly one million more
Tourism to offer work to nearly one million more JAKARTA (JP): The tourist industry is expected to offer new employment to nearly one million people during the Sixth Five Year Development Plan (Repelita VI) which began in April.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Crime victims have right to legal aid: Minister
Crime victims have right to legal aid: Minister JAKARTA (JP): Amidst the proliferation of legal aid institutes in Indonesia, most proffering to defend human rights, Minister of Justice Oetojo Oesman has posed an intriguing question: "What about legal aid for crime victims?" Oetojo put this to the executives of the Institute for Legal Aid Services and Guidance (LPPH), an organ of the ruling political group Golkar, during a meeting at his office on Saturday.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Putting It Briefly
Putting It Briefly Taiwan, Indonesia likely to win WELLINGTON (AFP): With three days left to play in the Far East Bridge Championship here Saturday the likely winners are showing themselves. Seven rounds of matches are still to come in the open but victory seems likely for either Chinese Taipei or Indonesia who are comfortably clear at the top of the 11 nation field. Chinese Taipei with 289 points are 15 points in front of Indonesia at this stage with China third on 241.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Try opens new dam in Sumbawa
Try opens new dam in Sumbawa SUMBAWA, East Nusa Tenggara (JP): A new multi-purpose dam on this once arid island, inaugurated by Vice President Try Sutrisno on Saturday, is expected to further strengthen East Nusa Tenggara's status as a net exporter of rice. The Tiukulit dam, which covers an area of 120 hectares, will be chiefly used to irrigate a total of 1,800 hectares of ricefields in four surrounding villages, as well as to propel the hydropower plant that will provide power to the area.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Puppets as art
Puppets as art The Indonesia-Europe Wayang Week which lasts from May 24 to June 2, 1994, is being held jointly by the cultural centers of France, Germany, the Netherlands, Britain and Switzerland in cooperation with the Senangwangi (Secretariat of Indonesian National Wayang Arts), the Jakarta Arts Council and the Jakarta Art Center. An earlier seminar on puppetry held in Yogyakarta revealed the strengths and the weaknesses of the world of wayang as viewed from various aspects.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto
Soeharto defends big businesses JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday spoke in defense of the big businesses which dominate Indonesian industry, saying that their critics overlook the major benefits they bring to the country.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Aircraft industry for commercial and military purposes
Aircraft industry for commercial and military purposes JAKARTA (JP): An Indonesian aircraft industry is being developed to meet defense needs aside from making profits, State Minister for Research and Technology B.J. Habibie said Saturday.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Hendro warns recalcitrant liquor producers and importers
Hendro warns recalcitrant liquor producers and importers JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta Military Commander Maj. Gen. Hendropriyono is threatening to prosecute producers and importers of alcoholic drinks found violating governmental regulations on production and sales.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Concrete measures to ensure the authority of law
Concrete measures to ensure the authority of law ---------------------------------------------------------------- This is the first of two articles examining various aspects of law implementation in Indonesia.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Seven Indonesian pilgrims confirmed dead in Mina
Seven Indonesian pilgrims confirmed dead in Mina JAKARTA (JP): The government has determined the identity of seven Indonesians who died in last week's stampede during the Moslem pilgrimage in Mecca, but officials have not ruled out the possibility that there could be more. Identifying the victims was a difficult process because the bodies had now been buried and that some of the earlier names of victims supplied by the Saudi authorities were not Indonesians.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Street protests outlawed BANDUNG, West Java: The military has vowed to crack down on street demonstrations, which have been brewing again in the city over the past two weeks. Maj. Gen. Muzani Syukur, the Siliwangi Military commander overseeing security in the province, charged that street protests disrupt order and are rarely peaceful. Student protests have been intensifying after several relatively quiet months.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Surabaya forms team to face European giant AC Milan
Surabaya forms team to face European giant AC Milan JAKARTA (JP): Amidst lingering uncertainties, the East Java soccer authorities have formed an amalgamated team to receive European soccer giant AC Milan in a planned match in Surabaya which is still in limbo.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 30
Where to go in Jakarta, May 30 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Fay's vandalism
Fay's vandalism Well there we have it, your correspondent, Toni Hardi, (The Jakarta Post, May 17, 1994), tells us that the reason that Michael Fay vandalized cars in Singapore is that he was traumatized by global warming! Personally, I doubt the subject occupied his mind for micro seconds before he reached for his aerosol and sprayed paint over the vehicles that those, less rich than his father, had worked so hard for. The truth is that Mr.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
New mergers and alliances in the PC world?
New mergers and alliances in the PC world? By Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): John Naisbitt's latest book, Global Paradox, has certainly drawn a lot of attention all over the world. He sees entities merging to create new, larger and stronger ones. At the same time, he also watches other entities breaking apart and new, smaller ones being created. In the world of personal computers, the same trends are emerging.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Thousands become Scottish
Thousands become Scottish for a day at Highland event JAKARTA (JP): The essence of the Scottish highlands transpired here yesterday as the distinct sound of bagpipes and muscled men in kilts roamed the grounds of the PASI athletic stadium for the 20th Highland Gathering. Thousands of expatriates, Indonesians and Scottish "wanna- be's" flocked to the Senayan sports complex for the annual one- day event celebrating Scottish culture.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Sampoerna reports earnings
Sampoerna reports earnings JAKARTA (JP): PT HM Sampoerna, a Surabaya-based cigarette manufacturer listed on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges, has announced consolidated earnings of Rp 299 (12.87 U.S. cents) per share from its operation in the first quarter of this year. The company's spokeswoman, Lita P. Soenardi, said here Saturday that the company's net earnings in the full year of 1993 reached Rp 586 per share.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Foundation pledges to take Nuku's case to Supreme Court
Foundation pledges to take Nuku's case to Supreme Court JAKARTA (JP): The Pijar Foundation, a student organization campaigning for human rights, was furious at a high court ruling that one of its leaders receive five years in jail. The sentence is one year longer than what was handed down by a lower court. The Jakarta High Court reaffirmed the Central Jakarta District Court's guilty verdict against Nuku Soleiman for defaming President Soeharto on May 16 and added a year to the jail term.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police to return Tampubolon's dossiers after review
Police to return Tampubolon's dossiers after review JP/3/BOLON Police to return Tampubolon's dossiers after review JAKARTA (JP): Police said over the weekend they will return dossiers of the four men accused of killing Brig. Gen. TMF Tampubolon to the prosecutor's office soon after making several revisions. The statement came almost a month after the prosecutor's office returned the dossiers to the police due to lack of basic information.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Public auctions could promote tourism
Public auctions could promote tourism JAKARTA (JP): Public auctions of international, high-quality collectors' items are viewed as having the potential to promote Indonesia's tourism industry.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bapindo trial reveals roles of Sudomo and directors
Bapindo trial reveals roles of Sudomo and directors JAKARTA (JP): The on-going trial of businessman Eddy Tansil warmed up on Saturday with a disclosure that pressures from a cabinet minister influenced Bank Pembangunan Indonesia (Bapindo) in approving huge loans to the defendant.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Senen market's traders are not afraid of competition from Atrium
Senen market's traders are not afraid of competition from Atrium JAKARTA (JP): Despite the common belief that traditional traders can't compete with modern shopping centers, Senen market traders say they are not afraid of competition from the nearby Atrium shopping arcade, which opened in 1992. Elyati, a tailor and owner of a cloth shop named Robitex, told The Jakarta Post over the weekend that she is not worried that about being outshone by her Atrium competitors.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Monday, May 30
TV Today: Monday, May 30 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Puppet Show: Peter Pan and the Pirates 3:00 Music Program 3:30 Unsolved Mysteries 4:30 Student Quiz 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Cultural Program 6:05 Karya dan Upaya 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Profession 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Financial Program 8:05 TV Drama: Cari di Jalan 9:00 World News 9:30 Music 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: Explosion Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Supply shortage causes domestic coffee prices to soar
Supply shortage causes domestic coffee prices to soar JAKARTA (JP): A shortage of supplies due to delayed harvest and bad weather have caused coffee prices on the domestic market to increase to a level higher than on the world market. "The domestic price is now 25 cents higher than the price on the world market," the AICE executive, who wanted anonymity, said. "This is an abnormal situation and very frustrating because farmers have no more stocks to sell," he added.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Former VP Sudharmono defends ICMI
Former VP Sudharmono defends ICMI JAKARTA (JP): Former vice president Sudharmono is defending ICMI, the association of Moslem intellectuals, from its critics stressing the organization is and will remain apolitical. Sudharmono, who heads the P-7 team which advises President Soeharto on ideological matters, said on Saturday that there was no way for ICMI to become involved in practical politics because that would be in violation of its own constitution.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Public told to update knowledge of Pancasila
Public told to update knowledge of Pancasila JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto says the public's perception of the state ideology, Pancasila, needs to be continuously upgraded. He said people who had participated in Pancasila courses need to take part in Pancasila propagation classes to refresh their knowledge of the state ideology.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Manila expels foreign dignitaries for E. Timor conference
Manila expels foreign dignitaries for E. Timor conference MANILA (Agencies): The Philippines yesterday barred an American professor from entering the country to attend a meeting on East Timor a day after expelling Nobel peace laureate Mairead Maguire and an Irish human rights activist. Airport immigration officials threw out Susan Castillo, 46, after she admitted she had come to attend the privately organized conference, which has angered neighboring Indonesia, Reuters reported.
Mon, 30 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Troops foils E. Timor separatist drive
Troops foils E. Timor separatist drive DILI, East Timor (JP): Government troops have foiled a terror campaign launched by separatists that was intended to coincide with a seminar on East Timor in Manila, the military says. Col. Johny Lumintang, military commandant overseeing security in East Timor, told journalists that the rebels attacked citizens' houses and "ambushed people in the streets".
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Anita Sarawak still enjoys her birthdays
Anita Sarawak still enjoys her birthdays By Lewa Pardomuan and I. Christianto JAKARTA (JP): Entertainer Anita Sarawak has shown that advancing age need not slow down a career, at least that's the way it looked during her three recent shows here. "I am ready to conquer the world!" declared the Singapore-born star. True to her word, in every show, Anita manages to capture her audience's attention with her exuberant and energetic stage act which is always accompanied by lively banter.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bojonggede people
Bojonggede people live in fear Residents of Bojonggede, Depok who live in newly built housing complexes, are living in fear because of a rash of crime in the area, located just 10 kilometers south of Jakarta. The most recent case, area residents were quoted by Antara as saying, took place at 2.30 a.m. on Thursday when a group of masked men broke into a house being run as a coffee shop. The robbers fled when they were surprised by the owners, who were still awake at the time of the break-in.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Philippine court bans East Timor conference
Philippine court bans East Timor conference JAKARTA (JP): A Philippine court issued an order yesterday barring the hosting of a conference on East Timor in Manila later this month which has been the subject of Indonesian protest. The order, obtained by an ally of President Fidel Ramos, put a 20-day hold on the event which was due to start in a suburban state university on May 31, Agence France Press (AFP) reported.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/6/6cap
JP/6/6cap JP/msa Anita Sarawak, an entertainer popular throughout Southeast Asia, performed for three nights last week at the Grand Hyatt hotel in Central Jakarta. American Cinematographer In Little Buddha Siddhartha Gautama (Keanu Reeves) reposes near a pool watched by Jesse (Alex Wiesendanger, in striped shirt), who is believed to be the reincarnation of the revered Lama Dorje.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
U.S. companies rise on Vietnam investment table
U.S. companies rise on Vietnam investment table HANOI (Reuter): The United States has climbed six places on Vietnam's foreign investment chart in the past month and the amount invested has nearly quadrupled to US$78 million, according to official figures released yesterday. U.S. companies now have 11 projects licensed in Vietnam compared with four projects with capital of $20 million on May 3, the State Committee for Cooperation and Investment (SCCI) said. The May 3 chart marked the first U.S.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today, Saturday, May 28, 1994
TV Today, Saturday, May 28, 1994 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Sports 3:30 TV Series: The Cave of Golden Rose 4:30 Traditional Dances 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Science Film: Anything for a Laugh 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Pop Music 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Fashion 8:05 TV Drama: Sejuta Makna 9:00 World News 9:30 Music Program 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Political openness at home helps RI foreign policy
Political openness at home helps RI foreign policy JAKARTA (JP): The current drive towards increased political openness bodes well for Indonesia's foreign policy as they seek to play a more prominent role in international affairs. But experts discussing the obstacles and challenges to Indonesia's foreign policy here on Thursday believed that something more needs to be done at home if Indonesia wants to gain the full confidence of the international community.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Beijing gets its first ever rock 'n' roll cafe
Beijing gets its first ever rock 'n' roll cafe -------------------------------------------------------------- The Singapore-based Hard Rock Cafe Holdings invited The Jakarta Post to the recent grand opening of Hard Rock Cafe in Beijing. Here is the report. --------------------------------------------------------------- By Harry Bhaskara 1 col 8 pt BEIJING (JP): The very name North Dongsanhuan Rd. in this city's Chaoyang district sounds anachronistic once you step inside this American cafe.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bill on limited liability firms to meet global standard
Bill on limited liability firms to meet global standard JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Justice Oetojo Oesman told the House of Representatives yesterday that the bill on limited liability companies was written not only to meet the global standard of business activities, but also to implement the economic principles of the 1945 Constitution.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Lopes says pilgrimage to Portugal politically successful
Lopes says pilgrimage to Portugal politically successful JAKARTA (JP): A delegation of East Timorese pilgrims returning from the holy Catholic shrine of Fatima in Portugal this month say their mission has raised Indonesia's standing on the East Timor issue. The harassment against the East Timorese when they arrived at the Portela airport in Lisbon proved to be "a blessing in disguise" because the delegation subsequently won sympathies from the Portuguese government and the public, F.X.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Retirement age
Retirement age An interesting question was raised during a seminar held by the SMART Center for Resource Development on preparation for pension age through life fulfillment. This was put forward by former chief of the National Police Gen. (ret.) Awaluddin Djamin. He told the seminar that the government should review and extend the official retirement age for civil servants and military officers.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Censors reconsider Schindler's List again
Censors reconsider Schindler's List again JAKARTA (JP): The Film Censorship Board has called for another vote next week to determine on whether or not to pass the Oscar- winning film Schindler's List after nullifying the first one last Tuesday on technical grounds. Board Executive Director Soekanto told The Jakarta Post yesterday that Tuesday's vote, which agreed to pass the film subject to cuts, was only attended 22 of the board's 45 members. The required quorum is 23.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Photo A : PAM Jaya
Photo A : PAM Jaya A JP/kod NOT YOUR AVERAGE POTHOLE: A laborer (center, in water) receives a hammer from his colleague, while a crowd of children play with water nearby. A water main on Jl. Dewi Sartika, East Jakarta, exploded Wednesday because of heavy pressure from passing vehicles, causing thousands cubic meters of water to be lost. Laborers hired by the City Water Company, PAM Jaya, started repairing the water main yesterday.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Two companies to sell shares to public
Two companies to sell shares to public JAKARTA (JP): A property company and a manufacturer of plastic housewares and electrical appliances will offer new shares to the public next month. PT Mulia Intipelangi, a property company, will sell 25 million new shares, that will account for 17 percent of its enlarged common stock, while PT Ria Star Indonesia, a plastic housewares and electrical appliance producer, will sell six million shares, that will account for 32.43 percent of its enlarged shares.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/7/spots/Set 3 kolom box
JP/7/spots/Set 3 kolom box A: Inset 14 pt ML caps, the rest 8pt Univ.55, credit 6 pt JP/alx A SLICE FOR US: Cheang Kok Ming (left), outgoing general manager of Singapore Airlines for Indonesia and his successor Paul Tan, cut a huge farewell and welcome cake during a reception on Tuesday at the Shangri-La hotel, Central Jakarta. B: Inset 14 pts ML caps, the rest 8pt Univ.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police may pick up Kebon Jeruk district head
Police may pick up Kebon Jeruk district head JAKARTA (JP): Police will have to pick up Baban, the head of Kebon Jeruk district in West Jakarta, since he failed to turn up at National Police headquarters despite repeated efforts to summon him in connection with several disputed land ownership certificates that bear his signature. A spokesman for the National Police chief, Col.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago ABRI restores citizen houses MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: The Armed Forces (ABRI), carrying out its civic mission, have rehabilitated 600 houses throughout the province over the past year. ABRI plans to renovate another 600 houses in the coming year, said a local ABRI spokesman, Capt. Rispon Ardie.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Garuda spreads its wings
Garuda spreads its wings JAKARTA (JP): The national flag carrier Garuda Indonesia has set new schedules for domestic flights which will be effective beginning June 1. The new schedules, including additional services, comprise the Jakarta-Ujungpandang, Jakarta-Medan, Jakarta-Yogyakarta and Yogyakarta-Denpasar routes. A spokesman for Garuda said here yesterday that some of the new schedules offer early morning flights.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Mulya says businesses prospering at expense of labor
Mulya says businesses prospering at expense of labor JAKARTA (JP): Leading human rights lawyer Todung Mulya Lubis is calling for a major overhaul of Indonesia's labor laws, accusing the present legislation of repressing workers. Mulya charged that the law has been abused by government and businesses as a tool to control labor. He spoke at a government seminar on that nation's labor laws. "Many laws are undemocratic, repressive and pro-business and investment," he said.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Turkmenistan president to visit Indonesia
Turkmenistan president to visit Indonesia JAKARTA (JP: Turkmenistan President Saparmurat Niyazov is slated to visit Indonesia next week. One Indonesian official sees it as an opportunity for Indonesia to open up a new market for its exports in the Central Asian country. Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono said that Niyazov's June 1- 3 visit at President Soeharto's invitation is intended chiefly to explore cooperation in economic, trade, culture and science and technology.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bankers appoint team to cope with problem loans
Bankers appoint team to cope with problem loans JAKARTA (JP): The Domestic Private Banks Association (Perbanas) ended its two-day congress here last night with a strong commitment to helping its members cope with non-performing loans through its newly established consultative team.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Many Tebet fire victims not entitled to apartment
Many Tebet fire victims not entitled to apartment JAKARTA (JP): A city official said yesterday many West Tebet fire victims would not be eligible for housing in the government project being built on the site of their former homes. Earlier area residents, who wanted to rebuild their homes, were told that they would have to live in the government apartments. This rankled many, prompting protests by the fire victims.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 28
Where to go in Jakarta, May 28 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police arrest detested, evil miscreants
Police arrest detested, evil miscreants JAKARTA (JP) The Central Jakarta police have arrested six members of the most notorious burglary ring in the city, whose signature method of theft involved burrowing, rat-like, into the heart of their targeted buildings. Maj. Charles Marpaung, head of the Central Jakarta crime investigation unit, told reporters yesterday that the subterranean recidivists, sought for nearly two-years, were arrested early this week.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Nuryana--a bus conductor who wants to make a difference
Nuryana--a bus conductor who wants to make a difference By Andreas Harsono -- 10 pts Metrolight l/c JAKARTA (JP): Unlike other Jakarta bus conductors who fail to provide their passengers with comfort and safety, 20-year-old Nuryana Suparman is a responsible conductor who places her customers first. Many passengers who watch her in action on the air-conditioned buses of the privately-run Masstrans executive bus company attest to her positive attitude.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC to back clean, diversified energy in Asia
APEC to back clean, diversified energy in Asia TOKYO (Reuter): The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) energy working group will promote cleaner and more diversified energy sources within its 17 member states, group co-chairman Russell Higgins said. "(APEC's) biggest challenge will be underpinning Asia's rapid economic growth whilst maintaining environmental protection," Higgins said in an interview. He added APEC countries already consume half of the world's energy.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Incentives offered to concessionaires with sustainable management
Incentives offered to concessionaires with sustainable management JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Forestry Djamaloedin Soeryohadikoesoemo is offering incentives to attract forest concessionaires so that they manage their concessions in sustainable ways to guarantee preservation.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bank Niaga secretary committed suicide: Police
Bank Niaga secretary committed suicide: Police JAKARTA (JP): Police have concluded that a 32-year-old secretary of the privately-owned Bank Niaga who was found dead on April 30 had committed suicide. "Based on all evidence available and information from witnesses, we have concluded that she committed suicide," South Jakarta police precinct chief Lt. Col. Adang Rismanto told The Jakarta Post and Kompas here yesterday.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN At A Glance
ASEAN At A Glance Warrants issued for two Iranians BANGKOK (AFP): Thai police have issued warrants for the arrest of two Iranians suspected of involvement in a plot to explode a booby-trapped truck at the Israeli Embassy in March, police said yesterday. A police official identified the two Iranians as Mohammad Lotfollah and Hossein Shahriarifar, both about 40 years old, who were believed to have fled Thailand.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued to rally on the Jakarta
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued to rally on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) yesterday as most issues gained ground in moderate trading. The broad-based Composite Index closed 2.37 points higher at 504.97, while the narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index rose to 120.85 from 119.90. A broker said that the Composite Index was revised with the listing of 115 million rights shares of Plaza Indonesia Realty, which brought the total number of its listed shares to 345 million.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Setting the record straight on East Timor
Setting the record straight on East Timor By Irawan Abidin JAKARTA (JP): Instead of the true story of East Timor, an elaborate myth is being foisted upon the world by members and supporters of the minority group that tried and failed to gain power in the wake of Portugal's abrupt withdrawal from its former colony in 1975. Fashioned out of lies and slander, as well as innuendoes against Indonesia, this myth is being disseminated far and wide by the government of Portugal.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Rights lawyer accuses Clinton of being inconsistent
Rights lawyer accuses Clinton of being inconsistent JAKARTA (JP): President Bill Clinton's decision to renew most favored nation (MFN) trade status for China shows that the United States is inconsistent with its own commitment to defending human rights, human rights lawyer Todung Mulya Lubis says. "We all know that there is very much criticism against the violation of human rights in China," Mulya, the president of the Center for Human Rights Studies, said yesterday.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Cups players and coaches
Cups players and coaches to get Rp 25m gift each JAKARTA (JP): The Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI) has earmarked a total of Rp 800 million (US$374,000) from its coffers to reward the players and coaches who notched the Thomas and Uber Cup double over the weekend. "Each player and coach will receive Rp 25 million ($11,700)," PBSI chairman Surjadi said during a victory celebration dinner last night. "Don't call it a bonus.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI still needs
RI still needs Gen. Feisal Armed Forces Commander Gen. Feisal Tanjung will remain in his post for another year. In the middle of June, the number-one man in the Armed Forces will be 55 years of age, normal retirement age. But Law No.2/1988 states that the term of office of a high ranking officer can be extended until the age of 60. President Soeharto clearly believes that Gen. Feisal could remain in the post for another year.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Chief says report on rampant triad activity needs further study
Chief says report on rampant triad activity needs further study JAKARTA (JP): National Police Chief Gen. Banurusman said yesterday that reports on the infiltration of Hong Kong-based triads here requires further investigation before anything conclusive can be determined. The triads are Hong Kong and Macao's answer to the Sicilian mafia, and have interests throughout the world in drug smuggling, prostitution and gambling.
Sat, 28 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Six Indonesians killed in Mina stampede
Six Indonesians killed in Mina stampede JAKARTA (JP): The government was still trying to determine last night the identity of the six Indonesians reported to be among the 270 pilgrims killed in this week's stampede in Mina, near Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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A Antara BOOZE SCHMOOZE: City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Mochammad Hindarto (left) chats with a group of liquor industry executives after a meeting between the city branch of the Agency for Coordination of National Stability (Bakorstanasda) and the businessmen at city police headquarters. Yesterday's meeting focused on liquor distribution and production.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Underground MRT a must for Jakarta: Expert
Underground MRT a must for Jakarta: Expert JAKARTA (JP): Jakarta's transportation woes will remain unresolved until the city builds an integrated underground mass rapid transit (MRT) system, an expert said here yesterday.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Batam immigration wises up for tourist influx
Batam immigration wises up for tourist influx By Prasetyo Subekti BATAM, Riau (JP): Frequent travelers between Batam and Singapore have been enjoying a new facility since the beginning of the month courtesy of the local immigration office. Holders of the new "Smart Card" are entitled to speedy immigration service when they arrive and depart this industrial island which is now one of Indonesia's main tourist gateways as well as a favorite weekend retreat for residents of Singapore.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Producers of
Producers of liquor ignore regulations JAKARTA (JP): Police said yesterday the decline in sales of alcoholic drinks faced by producers opposing their crackdown on alcoholic beverages was due to the businessmen's violation of regulations on permits, distribution and production quotas.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
First Lady's name used for intimidation
First Lady's name used for intimidation JAKARTA (JP): Farmers who are fighting with a state plantation company over a 3,000-hectare plot of land in South Sumatra say their adversary is intimidating them by suggesting that the land is being acquired for a project owned by First Lady Tien Soeharto.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia criticized at home for handling of row with RP
Indonesia criticized at home for handling of row with RP YOGYAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian government is receiving criticism from its own people for the way it has handled the row with the Philippines over Manila's plan to host a conference on East Timor later this month. Scholar George Yunus Aditjondro, legislator Aberson Marle Sihaloho and human rights campaigner H.J.C.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Challenges ahead
Challenges ahead After this year's Awakening Day, we should be more motivated in moving along development and realizing the ideals of Pancasila. We have noted two important things in this year's celebration, which makes it different from the previous years. First, as President Soeharto stated, we are entering a new phase of development and preparing for the "take-off" era. This "take-off" is going to be a rapid movement towards substantial national growth and prosperity.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Killers of snakes
Killers of snakes face hard labor JAKARTA (JP): The chief of Sukajadi village in Tasikmalaya regency, West Java, is threatening to punish anyone who kills snakes in the area to 10 days of hard labor in a bid to protect rice fields from rat attacks. He said he has resorted to this threat because the rampant killing of snakes, the natural predators of rats, has caused the rat population to become larger and larger, the Kompas daily reported yesterday.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Navy seizes timber ship JAKARTA: The Navy patrol ship KRI Sibarau captured a vessel carrying 395 cubic meters of illegal timber in the waters off Palembang in South Sumatra. The KM Muara Bahari with twelve crew members on board was brought in after the ship's captain was unable to produce documentation on the timber, the Navy's Western Fleet said in a statement. The ship and its crew have been turned over to the authorities in Palembang for further investigation.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Human rights commission urges
Human rights commission urges release of 21 jailed students JAKARTA (JP): The National Commission on Human Rights appealed to the authorities yesterday to free 21 students who were jailed last week for defaming President Soeharto. "We call on the court to put the students under house arrest instead," Commission Vice Chairman Marzuki Darusman told The Jakarta Post yesterday.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
U.S. ambassadors to ASEAN to begin promotion of region
U.S. ambassadors to ASEAN to begin promotion of region KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Washington's ambassadors to Southeast Asia's booming economies are to launch their third promotion of the region in the United States next month to expand trade and investment, a US diplomat said yesterday. The 17-day "Ambassadors' Tour" beginning June 8 involving envoys from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) would cover six US cities, US Ambassador to Malaysia John Wolf said.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Dutch firms in showcase
Dutch firms in showcase JAKARTA (JP): A Netherlands trade mission representing 34 horticulture and livestock companies will arrive here this weekend to hold a four-day agribusiness exhibition, seminar and workshop, an executive said.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
On sectarian policy
On sectarian policy Minister of Defense and Security Eddy Sudradjat's recent statement calling on various existing intellectual associations to unite into a single "national" organization is apparently the latest word in the current public debate over the future of the so-called intellectual associations. Sudradjat said such an alliance would certainly indicate stronger national cohesion and unity. For decades, intellectuals have played an important role in shaping this country's politics.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Allowance offers find cool response among Tebet fire victims
Allowance offers find cool response among Tebet fire victims JAKARTA (JP): Most West Tebet residents whose houses were razed by fire two weeks ago still oppose the city administration's plan to build apartments on the fire site. As of yesterday, almost none of them had picked up the housing rent allowance offered by the authority. "Thus far, only two families have picked up the allowances," Imran M. Hasan, chief of the West Tebet neighborhood, told the Jakarta Post yesterday afternoon.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Persib Bandung offered $25,000 to beat Milan
Persib Bandung offered $25,000 to beat Milan JAKARTA (JP): A sum of US$25,000 is far from enormous in the high-flying world of international soccer, but could represent a priceless victory to the inter-city amateur champion Persib Bandung. This amount is on offer from the Italian champion AC Milan to any squad which beats it during its summer tour. The European champion and Serie A champion for three years running will tackle Persib in exhibition soccer at Senayan stadium on June 4.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
U.S., Vietnam agree on liaison offices
U.S., Vietnam agree on liaison offices HANOI (Agencies): The United States and Vietnam have agreed to establish diplomatic liaison offices in each other's capitals in "an important step towards normalization of relations", Vietnam announced yesterday. U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Winston Lord and Vietnamese Deputy Foreign Minister Le Mai exchanged letters agreeing on the move last Friday and Saturday, the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Ciomas police deserve award for the arrest of murder suspect
Ciomas police deserve award for the arrest of murder suspect JAKARTA (JP): The director of the Indonesian Legal Aid Foundation (YLBHI) said yesterday that members of the crime investigation unit (CIU) of Ciomas, Bogor, deserve an award for their success in arresting the man who murdered a Bogor Agriculture Institute (IPB) student. Police arrested Sofyan bin Atang, 22, an unemployed man who lived in the victim's neighborhood, at his friend's house in Bukit Duri, South Jakarta, on Tuesday.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Witness implicates Dutchman in drug trafficking trial
Witness implicates Dutchman in drug trafficking trial JAKARTA (JP): A prosecution witness said yesterday that Dutch national Christian van den Bosch, who is on trial for drug trafficking, was about to sell the contraband at the time of his arrest. Maj.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Court rules to proceed the trial of Maman
Court rules to proceed the trial of Maman JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta District Court ruled yesterday to proceed with the corruption trial of Maman Suparman, the second suspect in the Rp 1.3 trillion (US$620 million) Bapindo fraud case, rejecting all the objections raised by his lawyers.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Friday, May 27
TV Today: Friday, May 27 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m Cartoon: I'm Telling 3:05 Langka & Unik 3:30 Science Film: Zero One Magazine 4:00 Student Quiz 4:30 TV Series: Ibn Taimiyah 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Library Program 6:05 Nusantara the beloved country: East Timor 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Viewers' Concern 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Dinamika 8:35 TV Drama Week: Nyanyian Seorang Anak 9:00 World News 9:30 Quiz: Siapa Dia 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: Leave Emlaughlin Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia confident to build stronger relations with China
Indonesia confident to build stronger relations with China 2 cols 8 pt italic Indonesian Ambassador to China Juwana who took up his post two months ago is confident of building a stronger Indonesia-China ties as reflected in his interview with Harry Bhaskara of The Jakarta Post in Beijing recently. 1 col 8 pt As a new Indonesian ambassador in Beijing how do you see our current bilateral relations?
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Acoustic Alchemy, Spyro Gyra start tour here with encores
Acoustic Alchemy, Spyro Gyra start tour here with encores JAKARTA (JP): With drums, screeching guitars and wind instruments still vibrating in their ears, the audience at Tuesday's performance of the American group, Spyro Gyra, and the British Acoustic Alchemy at Ratu Plaza, South Jakarta, were certain they had had a thoroughly good time.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
No Indonesians died in stampede in Mina: Harmoko
No Indonesians died in stampede in Mina: Harmoko JAKARTA (JP): The advise of the kiai, or the wise men, may have spared many Indonesians from being caught in this week's stampede during the haj pilgrimage, which is reported to have left hundreds of people dead. Minister of Information Harmoko, the chief of the Indonesian delegation to the pilgrimage, said yesterday that no Indonesians were among the victims of the tragedy, which occurred during the stoning the devil ritual in Mina near Mecca.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Lippo Village to
Lippo Village to have star hotel PT Prudential Hotel Development, a subsidiary of the Lippo Group, is building a five-star hotel in the posh housing complex of Lippo Village in Karawaci, Tangerang. Herman Widjaya, managing director of the project, said yesterday the development of the US$65 million Century Hotel and Resort was now in its final stages. "The hotel is expected to open in mid-September," Herman said. He added that the development of the hotel began last July.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ABRI removes its outspoken legislators
ABRI removes its outspoken legislators JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces (ABRI) will remove its outspoken legislators Maj. Gen. Raja Kami Sembiring Meliala and Maj. Gen. Samsudin from the House of Representatives (DPR) as it reshuffles its faction. Sembiring and Samsudin are among 15 legislators from the Armed Forces faction who will be replaced as of June 1 as part of what it calls a routine tour of duty.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia, Indonesia in talks again to end 25-year dispute on
Malaysia, Indonesia in talks again to end 25-year dispute on isles KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia and Indonesia launched talks yesterday for the second time this year to resolve overlapping claims on two Southeast Asian islands which have strained ties for a quarter of a century, officials said.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police fear Triad involvement in the murder of Beng Sen
Police fear Triad involvement in the murder of Beng Sen JAKARTA (JP): Police are focusing their investigation on two local members of a Hong Kong-based triad in the gangland slaying of Nyo Beng Seng last month. Speaking to reporters here yesterday, City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Mochammad Hindarto refused to identify the two, but claimed that they are both of Chinese descent.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
China sees "RMB zone" taking shape on Myanmar border
China sees "RMB zone" taking shape on Myanmar border By Andrew Quinn JIEGAO, China (Reuter): China's "people's currency", the Renminbi (RMB), may take second place to the dollar, yen and Deutschmark on world financial markets, but in Myanmar it sparkles diamond-hard. Traders along the rugged border are swapping RMB faster than ever before thanks to China's rising economic power -- a lift-off which could finally prise open the lid on one of Asia's last hermit economies.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Stiffest jail term sought in Marsinah murder trial
Stiffest jail term sought in Marsinah murder trial JAKARTA (JP): Government prosecutors yesterday demanded a 15- year jail term for a business executive being tried in connection with last year's murder of labor activist Marsinah. The jail term sought for 37-year-old Karyadi Wongso is the stiffest sought so far for any of the nine defendants who have been or are being tried for Marsinah's murder.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Astra increases profits, to issue bonus shares
Astra increases profits, to issue bonus shares JAKARTA (JP): PT Astra International, which increased its net consolidated profits by 63 percent to Rp 132.4 billion (US$61.3 million) last year, decided yesterday to more than double its capital to Rp 3 trillion and to issue bonus shares at a ratio of three to one. Astra's President T.P.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN At A Glance
ASEAN At A Glance Tanker fire snarls Bangkok traffic BANGKOK (AFP): An articulated gasoline tank truck collided here early yesterday with two other trucks and burst into flames, melting the glass in nearby buildings and snarling Bangkok's already congested traffic, police said. Police in the Thai capital closed off Ashoke Road, a multi- lane connector between two of Bangkok's main traffic arteries, Sukhimvit and New Petchaburi roads.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Richard Pedler
By Richard Pedler JAKARTA (JP): The Vikings kick-off against Mexico in their second-ever game in the World Cup finals. In 1938, the other match ended in a 1-2 defeat at the hands of current group favorites, Italy. But the Norwegians are not just making up the numbers this time, nor are they in the U.S. to play pretty football.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto orders banks to improve supervision
Soeharto orders banks to improve supervision JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto yesterday ordered bankers, whose industry has been rocked by a multi-million dollar credit scam, to make a concerted effort to improve internal supervision and management to prevent making bad loans.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Alatas bedridden for next two weeks: Spokesman
Alatas bedridden for next two weeks: Spokesman JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas is suffering from fatigue and has canceled all official duties for the next two weeks, his office announced yesterday. Alatas, 61, was admitted to the Intensive Cardiac Care Unit of the private Medistra hospital on Wednesday where he convalesce, Director of Information Irawan Abidin said. This means that the minister will not travel to Kuala Lumpur and Cairo this week as planned.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Censors pass Schindler's List, pending cuts
Censors pass Schindler's List, pending cuts JAKARTA (JP): The Oscar winning film Schindler's List has been passed by Indonesian censors on the condition that some of the scenes be cut, an official said yesterday.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
In search of ecolabeling for forestry products
In search of ecolabeling for forestry products By Samsudin Berlian JAKARTA (JP): It has been some time since the term "ecolabeling", or environmental labeling, entered the vocabulary of green movements, but so far little has been done to turn the words into action.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Tri Hafiningsih
By Tri Hafiningsih Cartoons give people both pleasure and deeper insights JAKARTA (JP): "Take time to think, smile and laugh," Indonesian cartoonist Dwi Koendoro says in the introduction of his book Plucky Koming, the English version of his comic series featuring primary character, Panji Koming. Dwi hopes that through his comics, readers will not only be amused by the humorous drawings and text, but also gain far greater insights.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ICMI plus PIKI plus ICKI plus
ICMI plus PIKI plus ICKI plus ISKA plus FCHI equals ICI JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Defense and Security Edi Sudradjat wants to put an end to the proliferation of four-letter abbreviations denoting associations of intellectuals by the foundation of one three-letter group -- ICI, which stands for the Indonesian Intellectual Organizations. Edi told reporters on Tuesday that it would be a very good idea if all the existing organizations unite themselves into a single organization.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Poor enforcement of laws blamed for labor rifts
Poor enforcement of laws blamed for labor rifts JAKARTA (JP): Weak legislation is the source of many of the recent labor problems in Indonesia, government officials and legal experts concurred yesterday. Officials and experts who gathered to look into labor legislation found that many of the problems of industrial relations in Indonesia could have been avoided if the country had stronger laws.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Legislator says new bill contrary to 1945 Constitution
Legislator says new bill contrary to 1945 Constitution JAKARTA (JP): A legislator is charging that a bill on limited companies, to be reviewed soon by the House of Representatives, does little to address the ascendancy of laissez faire capitalism in Indonesia, which has spurred the growth of conglomerates and monopolies.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Red berets hold international skydiving tournament
Red berets hold international skydiving tournament JAKARTA (JP): Kopassus, the Army's elite group of red-berets, will hold a one-week international parachuting and sky-diving championships in Serang, West Java on May 28 as part of its 42nd anniversary celebrations. Lt. Col. M.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yayuk starts new tour determined to return to top 40
Yayuk starts new tour determined to return to top 40 JAKARTA (JP): Yayuk Basuki, Indonesia's top woman tennis player currently ranked 44th in the world, is set to return to the top 40 in her next international tour, which includes two Grand Slam events and 15 other tournaments. Yayuk, fresh from a four-week break after defending her title at the Indonesian Women's Open Cup last month, said that she will compete at Wimbledon and the U.S Open in Flushing Meadows, New York in June and August.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto extends Feisal's military service
Soeharto extends Feisal's military service JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto has extended the service of Gen. Feisal Tanjung, the current chief of the Armed Forces (ABRI), past the military's mandatory retirement age of 55, it was officially announced yesterday. Feisal's birthday falls next month. Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono said the decision is contained in a decree signed by the President on May 23.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Import of Proton cars not to hurt automotive industry
Import of Proton cars not to hurt automotive industry JAKARTA (JP): The planned import of 2,500 Proton Wira and Iswara cars from Malaysia, which will be exempted from value added tax and duties, will not affect the domestic automotive industry, an executive says. "The Malaysian cars will account only for 1.3 percent of Indonesia's total sales, estimated at 280,000 units this year," the vice chairman on commerce of the Indonesian Automotive Industry Association, Poeng W. I.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices mostly increased on the Jakarta
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices mostly increased on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) yesterday with the broad-based Composite Index continuing its three-day gaining streak to close at 502.59, as compared to 501.99 on Tuesday. However, yesterday's moderate trading was marked by a drop in blue-chip shares, including those of Astra International Inc. and Barito Timber Pacific due to the profit-taking.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ADB doubles capital to $48 billion but debate persists
ADB doubles capital to $48 billion but debate persists MANILA (AFP): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday announced formal approval of a 100 percent general capital increase to about US$48 billion, but a North-South dispute over policy reform is far from over. China, which opposes U.S.-backed new loan conditions such as "good governance," abstained from a postal vote among 55 ADB members, while war-torn Afghanistan failed to cast its ballot, bank spokesman Maurice Bauche said.
Fri, 27 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 27
Where to go in Jakarta, May 27 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
World worried U.S. may reject GATT, Malaysia says
World worried U.S. may reject GATT, Malaysia says KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): The world is growing worried the U.S. Congress may not ratify the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) pact, Malaysia said. Speaking to reporters after talks with GATT Director-General Peter Sutherland, International Trade and Industry Minister Rafidah Aziz said Tuesday that GATT members had become alarmed at reports of opposition to the pact in Congress. "He is very, very worried.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Myanmarese troops seize porters for Khun Sa battle
Myanmarese troops seize porters for Khun Sa battle TACHILEK, Myanmar (Reuter): Myanmarese government troops have seized hundreds of people from this border town to serve as porters in nearby hills where they are battling Golden Triangle opium warlord Khun Sa, residents said yesterday. The troops have swept through tea shops, restaurants and gambling dens, seizing able-bodied men to carry ammunition and other supplies to frontline positions.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Nationalism: A political commodity?
Nationalism: A political commodity? By Amir Santoso ---------------------------------------------------------------- Debates on nationalism has resurfaced recently, focusing on the establishment of certain intellectual groups. Political scientist Amir Santoso examines this phenomenon. ---------------------------------------------------------------- 1 col 8 pt JAKARTA (JP): Nationalism has now become a political commodity.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Factories hike salaries in aftermath of riots
Factories hike salaries in aftermath of riots By Ridwan M. Sijabat MEDAN, North Sumatra (JP): If one good thing has come out of last month's labor riots, it is that factories have finally raised their daily wages and begun to meet various other obligations. In the aftermath of the riots, Medan manpower officials and the military have been touring factories in the province convincing owners of the need to respect the workers' rights for the benefit of their businesses.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share trading on the Jakarta Stock Exchange
JAKARTA (JP): Share trading on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX), which recorded an increase by over 10 points on Monday, continued strengthening on Tuesday, propping up the broad-based Composite Index to 501.99 on Tuesday from 498.36 on Monday. The stock market was closed yesterday due to a national holiday in commemoration of the Buddhist Day of Enlightenment, Waisak.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Two listed firms report profit declines
Two listed firms report profit declines JAKARTA (JP): Two companies listed on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges reported declines in after-tax profits for their 1993 operations in the annual meetings of their shareholders here on Tuesday. PT Eratex Djaja Ltd., a garment manufacturer based in Probolinggo, East Java, reported that its after-tax profit fell by 19 percent to Rp 7.5 billion (US$3.4 million) last year from Rp 6.08 billion in 1992.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Issuers of debt instruments to be assessed by credit rating
Issuers of debt instruments to be assessed by credit rating agency JAKARTA (JP): The government will soon introduce a new regulation requiring all issuers of commercial papers and bonds to be assessed by the newly established credit rating agency, an official says.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Adopted babies traded like meat in transplant market
Adopted babies traded like meat in transplant market JAKARTA (JP): The government is once again tightening adoption laws after receiving chilling reports that babies intended for adoption were ending up with organ trade syndicates. The thrust of governments efforts is to decrease the number Indonesian babies who can be adopted by foreigners.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Domestic news more trustworthy than foreign: Survey
Domestic news more trustworthy than foreign: Survey JAKARTA (JP): The government should have no fear about the increasing intrusion of foreign news broadcasts via satellite because most owners of dish antennas find that local networks are more trustworthy when it came to local news. That was the finding of a semi-official survey, further supporting the government's "open-sky" policy as more and more people now have access to foreign television networks.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
State banks record poor returns on assets, equities
State banks record poor returns on assets, equities JAKARTA (JP): The rate of return on assets and equities at Indonesia's state-owned banks were the lowest in all of Asia, a visiting British expert says. Robin Monro-Davies, a managing director of the London-based International Banking Credit Analysis (IBCA) credit rating agency, told a business luncheon here on Tuesday that his agency has found out that Indonesia's private banks had a better performance than state banks.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
NAM ministers to decide on new leaders in Cairo
NAM ministers to decide on new leaders in Cairo JAKARTA (JP): Foreign ministers of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) will meet in Cairo next Tuesday to discuss which member nation will replace Indonesia as chairman next year. Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas said here on Tuesday that he will go to the Egyptian capital after attending a meeting of the Indonesia-Malaysia Joint Commission in Kuala Lumpur on May 28.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Floods leave untold damage PADANG, West Sumatra: West Sumatra province requires at least Rp 500 million (US$230,000) to repair public facilities damaged by recent major floods and to assist stricken families. The floods caused extensive damage to irrigation canals, houses and crops in Canduang district, said Alhamra of the local social service office. Assistance from private and government organizations has been trickling in.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
The Financial Club opened
The Financial Club opened JAKARTA (JP): The Financial Club, a gathering place for financial sector executives, was officially opened on Tuesday night by Coordinating Minister for Economy and Finance Saleh Afiff. The club formed by the Indonesian business community is located on the top floor of the Niaga Tower on Jl. Jenderal Sudirman, Jakarta.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Young man arrested over murder of Bogor student
Young man arrested over murder of Bogor student JAKARTA (JP): The Bogor Police yesterday arrested a 20-year old man as the mystery surrounding the murder of a female student at the Bogor Institute of Agriculture (IPB) began to unfold. The chief of the Bogor police, Lt. Col. Nono Supriono, said Sofyan bin Atang, an unemployed man who lives in the victims neighborhood, was arrested in Bukit Duri, South Jakarta, in connection with last week's murder.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Golden Key virtually a one-man show: Prosecution
Golden Key virtually a one-man show: Prosecution JAKARTA (JP): Eddy Tansil ran Golden Key Group virtually all by himself, with many of his hand-picked directors simply front men with backgrounds ranging from a feeble retired army general to an office cleaner. This was revealed on Tuesday during the trial of Tansil, who stands accused of siphoning off some US$449 million worth of funds from the government's Bank Pembangunan Indonesia (Bapindo).
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Farmers burn palm oil fruit
Farmers burn palm oil fruit JAKARTA (JP): Farmers involved in a nucleus-estate-and- smallholder project in Grogot, East Kalimantan are burning their palm oil fruit because the palm oil refinery of state-owned PT Perkebunan VI cannot accommodate their products. F.X.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Javanese culture not democratic and chauvinistic: Sociologist
Javanese culture not democratic and chauvinistic: Sociologist JAKARTA (JP): The kind of nationalism which grows from the dominant "undemocratic" Javanese culture is chauvinistic, noted sociologist Dr. Mochtar Naim says. Indonesia's current quest for democracy becomes a problem here because of competing forces between the undemocratic Javanese subculture with the more egalitarian Malay subculture, Naim said.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Quake jolts Irian Jaya
Quake jolts Irian Jaya JAKARTA (JP): A major earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale jolted Irian Jaya province yesterday afternoon, with Paniai regency the hardest hit area. Margiono, an official of the National Quake Center at the Meteorological and Geophysics office told The Jakarta Post that the quake struck at 1:03 p.m. Eastern Indonesian Time with the epicenter located in the sea off Cendrawasih Bay. The center of the quake was recorded at 33 kilometers below the earth's surface.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Britain offers long-term trade package - Mahathir
Britain offers long-term trade package - Mahathir KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Britain has offered Malaysia's government a long-term trade package to try to end its boycott of British businesses, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said yesterday. The national news agency Bernama quoted Mahathir as saying that British Trade Minister Richard Needham, who made a surprise one-day visit on Tuesday, had offered the package. It gave no details.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/10/PBSI
JP/10/PBSI JAKARTA (JP): The Badminton Association of Indonesia (PBSI) has denied that promises were made by entrepreneurs to pay cash bonuses to the national badminton teams if they brought home the world team cups. "Up to now, we haven't heard from them (entrepreneurs) that they will award our players an enormous amount of cash," PBSI chairman Soerjadi said during a victory celebration dinner on Tuesday.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN At A Glance
ASEAN At A Glance Floods ravage Davao city DAVAO, Philippines (AFP): At least one person was killed and nearly 2,000 people fled their homes in this southern city due to floods spawned by a tropical depression, rescue officials said yesterday.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Six forest concessionaires to lose licenses
Six forest concessionaires to lose licenses JAKARTA (JP): Six of the 19 forest concessionaires in Central Sulawesi will lose their licenses for failing to meet forestry requirements, Minister of Forestry Djamaloedin Soeryohadikoesoemo says.
Thu, 26 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
New concern in Jakarta over reports of stampede in Mecca
New concern in Jakarta over reports of stampede in Mecca JAKARTA (JP): Preliminary reports from Saudi Arabia suggesting that there were no Indonesians among the hundreds believed to have died in a stampede during the haj pilgrimage may not be accurate, officials here said. Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher told reporters on Tuesday that he could not ascertain for sure that there were no Indonesians among the victims of the Monday's stampede in Mecca.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Relocation of batik factories creates more jobs: Official
Relocation of batik factories creates more jobs: Official JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta Mayor's office is denying newspaper reports that the relocation of batik factories from Setiabudi district, South Jakarta, to areas outside the city has created unemployment problems. "That's not true. Instead, it has created more jobs," M. Yanis, a spokesman for the mayor's office, told The Jakarta Post.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police still in the dark over death of ITB student
Police still in the dark over death of ITB student JAKARTA (JP): Entering their fifth day of investigation, police are still baffled by the murder of the 22-year old Bogor Institute of Agriculture (IPB) student, Wida Rakhmawati, at her boarding house near campus. First Lt. Arrifin Noor of the Ciomas district police told The Jakarta Post on Tuesday that there are currently no new leads into the disclosure of the case.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Asian human rights versus the West (2)
Asian human rights versus the West (2) ______________________________________________________________ This is the second of two articles examining the different perception of human rights between the West and Asia. ______________________________________________________________ 1 col 8 pt By Bilveer Singh SINGAPORE (JP): While the West has tended to pay greater attention to rights, countries in the Third World consider duty as important, or even more important than rights.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Kimono show reveals elegant culture
Kimono show reveals elegant culture By Kunang Helmi Picard JAKARTA (JP): Like multi-colored, fluttering butterflies in their elegant kimonos, rows of beautiful women, both Indonesian and Japanese, greeted guests at the traditional Japanese kimono garment show on Sunday in the Bali Room, Hotel Indonesia.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
'Military school' teaches students discipline
'Military school' teaches students discipline JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta military garrison is considering increasing the number of juvenile delinquents to be educated at its 'special school' and will double the school teaching period in the next few months. Speaking at a meeting with teachers and parents, chief of the garrison, Lt. Col.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP;MDS;
JP;MDS; ANPAj..r.. Jakarta--Focus--1st Celebrities donate ponchos JP/3/Focus < set 12pts U75 1 col 2 lines Celebrities donate ponchos Over Rp 400,000 (US$141.5) was raised for charity early this week as seven celebrities sold autographed white ponchos bearing their distinctly unique brand of amateur artwork at the Atrium of Plaza Indonesia.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Disposing of waste
Disposing of waste Although it may not have been one of the more sensational events of the week, the inauguration on Monday of this country's first industrial waste treatment plant surely deserves some comment. The truth is that for far too long too many companies in Indonesia have been reluctant to seriously consider the problem of waste treatment.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Thursday, May 26
TV Today: Thursday, May 26 TVRI 2:30 p.m. TV Series: Tarzan 3:05 Dance: Gelar Tari 3:30 TV Series: The Sword of Tipu Sultan 4:30 Children's Story: Putri Berkaki Kotor 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Arabic Lessons 6:05 Nusantara the beloved country: Irian Jaya 6:15 Village Program 6:25 Koran Recital 6:35 Religious Teachings: Islam 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV Drama: Meniti Pelangi 8:05 TV Drama Week: Yang Terhempas dan Bangkit 9:00 World News 9:30 Sports: Volley Ball 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: When...
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Aerograms
Aerograms Every time I write an aerogram--and that is several times a week--I ask myself, "Why can't we buy aerograms with proper gum that one can lick, seal and post?" When I first visited Indonesia for a holiday in 1970 and again in 1971, I found it a bit droll that one had to stick one's finger into a pot of paste in order to seal a letter.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
No kickbacks no business for printing company
No kickbacks no business for printing company JAKARTA (JP): City councilors, in a scathing attack on city officials, said Tuesday many agencies under the city administration avoided giving orders to a city-owned printing firm because of poor prospects of getting kickbacks. "As a matter of fact, there are some gubernatorial decrees requiring them to deal with the firm.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tourism Office
Tourism Office holds contest JAKARTA (JP): The City Tourism Office, in cooperation with the Indonesian Professional Photographers Association, is holding a photo contest on tourist objects in the city and the surrounding areas of Bogor, Tangerang and Bekasi. Designed to further promote tourist objects in and around the capital, the competition is open to the public. The closing date for acceptance of entries is July 20.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Badminton supremacy
Badminton supremacy We have every reason to be satisfied with and proud of the Indonesian badminton teams which succeeded in winning the prestigious Thomas and Uber Cups, following nerve-wracking matches at the Senayan sports center in Jakarta last weekend.
Wed, 25 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/Caption/0
JP/3/Caption/0 14 pts Metrolight cap. 3 cols. Universe 8 pts 55 I/c JP/kod 6 pts. Universe Italics 55 I/c THE RIVER'S EDGE: Residents of Bukit Duri Tanjakan, South Jakarta, take a bath, wash clothing and defecate on a floating bamboo raft in the Ciliwung River. The area residents, like many other Jakartans living in areas along the rivers in the city, say they use water from the river for their everyday necessities even though the river is heavily polluted.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Meshindo to enter Australia
Meshindo to enter Australia JAKARTA (JP): PT Meshindo Alloy Wheel Corp., a Surabaya-based producer of automotive rims, yesterday appointed Bob Jane T-Marts of Australia as its sole agent for marketing distribution in Australia. Meshindo's president, Tirta Soewardi, signed a memorandum of understanding with the general manager of the Australian company, Brian Connel, in a ceremony in Surabaya yesterday.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
5,000 Japanese tourists to visit RI
5,000 Japanese tourists to visit RI JAKARTA (JP): The Nagoya-based World Connection Corp. Ltd. will arrange the visits of some 5,000 Japanese tourists to Bali and Yogyakarta between September and December this year in cooperation with an Indonesian company.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 24
Where to go in Jakarta, May 24 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia prefers quiet diplomacy on Pyongyang
Indonesia prefers quiet diplomacy on Pyongyang JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia resisted South Korea's lobby to take a harder line against Pyongyang yesterday on the issue of nuclear proliferation in the Korean peninsula, but promised to do all it can to help resolve the dispute. "We will help by making some quiet efforts.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Richard Pedler
By Richard Pedler JAKARTA (JP): Morocco were the destroyers of a nation's American dream when they controversially beat Zambia in the deciding match of the final group, thus ending the resurrection of a team decimated by tragedy yet still a whisker away from reaching the USA. Zambian officials protested in vain to FIFA about the standard of officiating by a Gabonese, Diramba, claiming they should have been awarded a late penalty (enough to take Zambia through).
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Collection of property tax on plant machinery postponed
Collection of property tax on plant machinery postponed JAKARTA (JP): The collection of property tax on plant machinery, originally slated to begin during the current (1994-1995) fiscal year, has been postponed, Tax Director General Fuad Bawazier announced yesterday. Bawazier told a conference on the intensification of property tax collection in Semarang, Central Java, that he decided to postpone the property tax on plant machinery after considering recommendations from industrialists.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Green groups say Asian golf boom causing gloom
Green groups say Asian golf boom causing gloom By P. Parameswaran KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Green groups recently launched a "No Golf Year" as they intensified a campaign against Asia's golf course boom which they say is disrupting water supplies, taking up valuable farmland and causing health problems.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian NGOs get grants for environmental projects
Indonesian NGOs get grants for environmental projects JAKARTA (JP): Six community-based non-governmental organizations in Indonesia have received $200,000 in grants to help further their promotion of public participation in preserving the environment. The grants are part of the Global Environment Facility (GEF)'s small grant program financed jointly by the United Nations Development Program, the United Nations Environment Program and the World Bank.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Integrated information system installed at Ministry of Finance
Integrated information system installed at Ministry of Finance JAKARTA (JP): Deutsche Gesellshaft fur Technische Zusammenarbeit (GTZ) of Germany is developing an integrated information system that will link all monetary authorities throughout the country with the Ministry of Finance. Minister of Finance Mar'ie Muhammad told reporters here yesterday that the system, which will process all financial data produced by monetary authorities, will help his ministry in formulating policies.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
MRT still lightyears away...
MRT still lightyears away... JAKARTA (JP): Investors interested in the planned urban Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system will be invited to apply for the project next year, a city administration official says. "The government is scheduled to issue bidding documents in September next year," Eri Chayaridipura, chief of the City Development Planning Agency, told The Jakarta Post over the weekend. However Eri said he did not know whether the bidding would be open.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tansil to mark Waisak Day behind prison bars
Tansil to mark Waisak Day behind prison bars JAKARTA (JP): Eddy Tansil, the main suspect in Rp 1.3 trillion (US$620 million) Bapindo scandal, will celebrate Waisak, Buddha's day of enlightenment which falls tomorrow, in prison. "Tansil has not requested for a leave of absence to celebrate the Buddhist holiday with his family," his lawyer Gani Djemat said yesterday. Tansil is the only Buddhist among the six suspects in the Bapindo case.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Anti-smoking lobby turns up the heat
Anti-smoking lobby turns up the heat JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian anti-smoking lobby, encouraged by the rapid drop in the number of smokers in the country, is demanding that the government issue regulations against smoking in public places. The Communication Forum to Contain the Dangers of Smoking (FKPBM) said the campaign cannot succeed without the government's support. FKPBM chairperson Mrs. Hupudio said that government offices would make an ideal place to start banning smoking.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
New Zealand's Bolger defends line on East Timor
New Zealand's Bolger defends line on East Timor WELLINGTON (Reuter): New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger yesterday denied dodging human rights issues in talks with Indonesia's President Soeharto and said he had clearly voiced his concerns about the situation in East Timor. Conciliatory remarks by Bolger after he met Soeharto in Jakarta last week were condemned by New Zealand's opposition Labor Party, which branded him an apologist for Indonesia.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Modern Photo to expand operation
Modern Photo to expand operation JAKARTA (JP): PT Modern Photo Film Company, a photographic equipment manufacturer listed on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges, will cooperate with Pioneer of Japan to produce car radios for export. Modern Photo's financial director, Achmad Fauzi Hasan, told reporters after an annual shareholders meeting yesterday that the new product will mean more efficient use of Modern's existing equipment.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued to rally on the Jakarta
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued to rally on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) yesterday with most issues gaining ground in moderate trading. The broad-based Composite Index closed 10.37 points higher at 498.36 from 487.99 on Friday, while the narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index rose to 117.98 from 115.40. A broker said that the JSX Index was revised with the listing of 29,755,268 common shares of Hotel Prapatan and 70 million common shares of Kabel Metal.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI firms too dependent on foreign managers
RI firms too dependent on foreign managers JAKARTA (JP): The educational system, which has failed to produce citizens with strong managerial skills, is to blame for the reliance of Indonesian firms on foreign expertise, a prominent executive believes.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Remember its just a game
Remember its just a game Hariyanto Arbi, Susi Susanti and company have undoubtedly done the nation proud. They completed a rare double for Indonesia by winning the Thomas and Uber Cups -- badminton's most prestigious team competitions -- over the weekend, much to the delight of the people in this badminton-crazy country.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Major Buddhist sect plans to open seminaries
Major Buddhist sect plans to open seminaries JAKARTA (JP): One of Indonesia's main Buddhist sects is planning to open up seminaries in various parts of the country. The Niciren Sosyu announced yesterday that these seminaries, to be called Buddhist centers, will allow its 1.2 million followers in Indonesia to explore their religion in greater depth.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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A JP/alx A female attendant stands beside an air jet loom produced by PT Texmaco Perkasa Engineering on display at the 1994 research and technology exhibition at the Jakarta Fair in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta. The company has exported the looms to Africa, Europe and America. The exhibition, opened by President Soeharto last Friday, will continue until May 29. Nearly 100 participants, including eight foreign companies, are taking part in the event.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Tuesday, May 24, 1994
TV Today: Tuesday, May 24, 1994 TVRI 2:40 p.m. TV Series: Full House 3:05 Dilentasia 3:30 Cartoon: Super Friends 4:30 Science Film 5:00 Regional News 5:30 English Lessons 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: South Sulawesi 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Economic News 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Horizon 8:05 Modern Drama 9:00 World News 9:30 Music 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: Original Intent Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Talented teen meteor Mia hopes for bigger thing to come
Talented teen meteor Mia hopes for bigger thing to come JAKARTA (JP): For the next two or three years, world champion Susi Susanti may be looking over her shoulder at the threat posed to her mantle by the very junior -- and very talented -- Mia Audina.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/2/Titi
JP/2/Titi Pressure mounts to probe death of labor activist BANDUNG (JP): The Legal Aid Foundation (YLBHI) and the Indonesian Prosperous Labor Union (SBSI) yesterday separately urged the government to continue the investigation into the mysterious death of a labor activist in Sumedang, West Java. The police who have been investigating the case, have not ruled out the possibility that Titi Sugiarti, an employee of a textile company, was murdered, but have declined to link her death with her work.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Badminton hooligans are probably recruits, said a shrink
Badminton hooligans are probably recruits, said a shrink JAKARTA (JP): A psychologist suspects that most of the rowdy, bottle-throwing Indonesian supporters at the Thomas Cup final on Saturday were recruited to be there. "Judging from their wildly vicious behavior, I suspect that these people did not pay for their tickets and, in fact, were recruits of a 'particular party'," Dr. Budi Matindas, a psychologist from the University of Indonesia, said yesterday.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia makes a leap in green campaign
Indonesia makes a leap in green campaign JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia made a major leap in its environmental campaign yesterday with the inauguration of its first industrial waste treatment plant, hoped to give the nation an edge at the dawn of the era of eco-labeling. President Soeharto, in a speech to inaugurate the plant in nearby Bogor, said that through the facility, Indonesia will meet some of the stringent environmental standards required in many of its exports markets.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
No excuse for
No excuse for malpractice Hospitals and doctors guilty of malpractice must be answerable to their patients, head of the Indonesian Police Force Physicians and Health Board, Brig. Gen. Hendro Satmoko, said here yesterday.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Crowds from many parts of Java, Madura and Lampung spent Friday
Crowds from many parts of Java, Madura and Lampung spent Friday night in Demak, Central Java (above), after fighting for rice offerings carried by court officials (right) in honor of the nine wali or sunan who introduced Islam to Java. The annual Grebeg Besar celebrations are held every Idul Adha Sacrifice Day in Demak, one of the Islamic courts of ancient Java. A share of the rice offerings, fought for and stored in their homes, is said to bring good luck.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Waste imports
Waste imports and common sense The problem of waste imports to Indonesia from foreign countries has received a great deal of attention among certain circles. There are at least 58 containers in Tanjung Priok containing toxic waste which originated in Rotterdam. A special Dutch team came to Indonesia to examine the containers and their contents. It turns out, according to the team, that only four containers are filled with Dutch waste and belong to Dutch exporters.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
PD Pasar Jaya fails to maintain traditional markets
PD Pasar Jaya fails to maintain traditional markets JAKARTA (JP): The city market authority has failed in its quest to modernize the traditional markets with the failure to introduce hygiene standards, one of the authorities most important jobs according to a consumer advocate. Zoemrotin K. Susilo, chairperson of the Indonesian Consumers Organization, said PD Pasar Jaya's approach of modernizing traditional markets to help them compete with supermarkets misses the mark.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Intellectual organizations need regulations
Intellectual organizations need regulations JAKARTA (JP): Members of the House of Representatives yesterday urged the government to regulate the activities of intellectual associations amidst signs that their presence is affecting the political climate in the country.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia still unhappy over East Timor conference
Indonesia still unhappy over East Timor conference MANILA (Agencies): An Indonesian minister abruptly canceled a meeting with Philippine President Fidel Ramos yesterday as a row between the neighbors over East Timor apparently continued despite conciliatory moves by Manila. Minister of Industry Tunky Ariwibowo had been scheduled to call on Ramos Monday afternoon, but failed to turn up.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Crash survivor moving to Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): Nur Intan Fitriani, the only survivor of last month's plane crash in West Kalimantan, will be flown to Jakarta on Tuesday to undergo surgery at the Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital, the Ministry of Forestry said. Intan, who is a staff member of the ministry's West Kalimantan office, has been treated at the Dr. Sudarso General Hospital in Pontianak. Her condition has significantly improved, the ministry said in a statement.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Asia not in arms race, Mahathir says
Asia not in arms race, Mahathir says KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Asian countries have increased weapons purchases but there is no arms race in the region, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad told an international conference yesterday. "As governments increase their revenue they have to spend a certain amount of their revenue on arms," Mahathir said in reply to a question at the 27th meeting of the Pacific Basin Economic Council (PBEC) in the Malaysian capital.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Taman Ismail Marzuki hosts Indonesian-European Puppet Week
Taman Ismail Marzuki hosts Indonesian-European Puppet Week JAKARTA (JP): They're everywhere in the world, and have been ever since man's fantasies, imagination and, of course, dexterity led to their creation. Puppets -- from Jakarta's giant ondel-ondel to the tiny "hand- in-sock" and finger-operated Punch & Judy of England, Holland's Jan Klaassen and France's guignol, have been delighting children for centuries. But puppetry is not for children only.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police looking for taxi robber
Police looking for taxi robber JAKARTA (JP): Police are searching for a man who reportedly beat a taxi driver and ran away with his vehicle, Rp 75,000 (US$34.88) in cash and several documents. "We have yet to identify him, but there are strong indications that the suspect still has the stolen vehicle and is in the area," Maj. Guntur, head of the crime investigation unit of the Tangerang police precinct, said here yesterday.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tebet fire victims still oppose apartment plan
Tebet fire victims still oppose apartment plan JAKARTA (JP): West Tebet fire victims have continued to rebuild on their premises, turning deaf ears to the municipality's plan to build low-cost apartments for them. "We have held deliberations with them five times, but they refuse to understand (the plan)," Rustam Effendy, assistant to the South Jakarta mayor in charge of administrative affairs, told The Jakarta Post yesterday.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Idul Adha means special day of offerings for luck in Demak
Idul Adha means special day of offerings for luck in Demak DEMAK, CENTRAL JAVA (JP): Hundreds of thousands of people from all over Java and as far away as Madura and Lampung flocked the streets of Demak, a city on the northern coast of Central Java throughout the weekend, to participate in the annual celebration of the Islamic Idul Adha Sacrifice Day.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Boeing to extend cooperation with IPTN
Boeing to extend cooperation with IPTN JAKARTA (JP): Boeing Co. of the United States, the world's largest aircraft manufacturer, will extend cooperation with state-owned aircraft manufacturer PT Industri Pesawat Terbang Nusantara (IPTN) to produce components, an executive says. "IPTN is highly qualified as an airplane manufacturer. That's why we chose it as the sole supplier for Boeing-737 components," Boeing's manager for international operations, Richard W.
Tue, 24 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Councilors disappointed over company's disparaging attitude
Councilors disappointed over company's disparaging attitude JAKARTA (JP): City councilors expressed disappointment over the representation of PT Jaya Property's management by a low ranking employee at a hearing on alleged negligence by the firm yesterday. The hearing was held at the City Council building at the request of a member of the commission on housing affairs, who believed the firm had failed to fulfill its obligations as developer of the Bintaro Jaya real estate complex.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC meeting ends with pledge to improve infrastructure
APEC meeting ends with pledge to improve infrastructure By Meidyatama Suryodiningrat NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): Senior officials of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum have agreed to recommend improved cooperation on infrastructural development and on the nurturing of smaller-scale businesses. At the close of the second three-day APEC senior officials meeting (SOM) on Friday, delegates expressed the need to deal with the regions growing infrastructure demands.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Graves relocated for
Graves relocated for road construction JP/3/Focus < set 12pts U75 1 col 2 lines Graves relocated for road construction The Menteng Pulo public cemetery in Tebet district, South Jakarta, is still open for burials despite a plan to use part of it for the construction of a new road. The head of the Municipal Cemetery Office, H.R.M. Sridhana, said on Friday that the removal of 760 bodies which occupy 2,853 square meters in the cemetery, will not change the status of the cemetery.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Six domestic airlines agree to end competition on prices
Six domestic airlines agree to end competition on prices JAKARTA (JP): Six domestic airlines have agreed to collude on prices, beginning in July, by signing a memorandum of understanding establishing allowable discount airfare levels for travel agencies and passengers. Under the agreement signed here Friday, discounts for travel agents will be limited to a maximum of seven percent.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
55,999 bottles of alcoholic drinks crushed
55,999 bottles of alcoholic drinks crushed JAKARTA (JP): The East Jakarta authorities crushed the 55,999 bottles of high-grade alcoholic drinks seized during the ongoing Operation Cleansing anti-crime drive in the mayoralty with a steamroller late last week. The steamrolling of the liquor was done at the defunct Cililitan bus station on Friday in the presence of the mayoralty's top officials, including the East Jakarta Police Precinct Chief, Lt. Col.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yogie defensive over Ritonga case
Yogie defensive over Ritonga case JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Home Affairs Moch. Yogie S.M., who is facing a lawsuit in Jakarta Administrative Court from a councilor in South Sumatra, has denied charges that he acted arbitrarily when he sacked the plaintiff. Yogie's office, which on Friday decided to respond to the charges through the media rather than the court, said that the decision to remove M.H.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Four arrested for robbing minibus passengers
Four arrested for robbing minibus passengers JAKARTA (JP): Police arrested four men believed to be members of a gang stealing from commuters they pick up in a rented minibus after an early morning chase in Bekasi. "The police are still searching for the other gang members the suspects informed us about," City Police spokesman Lt. Col. A. Latief Rabar said on Friday.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI welcomes Manila's move against East Timor talks
RI welcomes Manila's move against East Timor talks JAKARTA (JP): Philippine President Fidel Ramos may be drawing domestic fire for his decision to put the brakes on a conference on East Timor in his country, but the move seems to be healing the strained bilateral relations with Indonesia.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Widayat Museum
Widayat Museum Paragraph six of the article on the Widayat Museum, which appeared on this page of the May 19 edition, read The works on display were selected by a team of curators made up of the late But Mochtar, the late Oei Hong Djien, Koesnadi and Fadjar Sidik. It should read "The works on display were selected by a team of curators made up of the late But Mochtar, Oei Hong Djien, Koesnadi and Fadjar Sidik. We apologize for the error. -- Editor
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Titi's autopsy inconclusive BANDUNG: An autopsy on a labor activist whose body was found floating at a factory's waste pond in Bandung failed to conclude whether or not she was tortured before her death, police said. Police say the will now continue the investigation into the death of 23-year-old Titi Sugiarti, found dead on April 30.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI ascends to badminton supremacy
RI ascends to badminton supremacy JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia, spurred by a raucous partisan crowd of 12,000 that had Senayan indoor stadium bursting at the seams, notched a memorable double by lifting both the Thomas and Uber Cups, badminton's most prestigious team competitions, over the weekend.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Wage research council needs more 'teeth'
Wage research council needs more 'teeth' JAKARTA (JP): The National Wage Research Council (DPPN) says it should be given more power to formulate as well as enforce its recommendations. DPPN Chairman A.S. Ruky told a seminar on the wage system this past Friday that the council's role should be expanded beyond simply that of a government think-tank to also anticipate problems in connection with wages as well as formulate policy.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/Pam
JP/3/Pam PAM Jaya told to resume construction of water main JAKARTA (JP): City councilors are urging the City Water Company, PAM Jaya, to resume construction work of a 17-kilometer water main, stretching from Pos Pengumben to a point near the Orchid Hotel in West Jakarta.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia regains Putra Cup
Indonesia regains Putra Cup TANGERANG, West Java (JP): Playing almost flawless golf, Indonesia carded an 848 total and won the Putra Cup team amateur championship at the par-72 Bumi Serpong Damai course here on Friday. Sukamdi made it a double for Indonesia when he captured the individual event by one stroke over Singapore's Mardan Mamat. The Indonesian veteran had a four-day total of 279 (66, 72, 72, 69). Mardan' scores were 74, 69, 71, and 66.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Idul Adha sees mini-exodus out of Jakarta
Idul Adha sees mini-exodus out of Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): The weekend saw an unexpected mini-exodus out of Jakarta as many people decided at the last minute to extend the Idul Adha Moslem holiday on Saturday to Wednesday, which is Buddha's Day of Enlightenment, by going to their home towns. Pulogadung, Jakarta's main intercity bus terminal, reported that thousands of people turned up there after the Idul Adha prayers on Saturday morning looking for buses which were far too few.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Companies must treat their toxic waste: Sarwono
Companies must treat their toxic waste: Sarwono JAKARTA (JP): All manufacturing companies in Indonesia must, with immediate effect, neutralize the toxic and hazardous waste they produce, either through one of the waste treatment centers that are being constructed, or by installing their own facility. State Minister of Environment Sarwono Kusumaatmadja announced the ruling on Friday on the eve of the inauguration of the country's first-ever industrial waste management center in Cileungsi, Bogor.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Soeharto invokes nationalism for development
Soeharto invokes nationalism for development JAKARTA (JP): Amid much pomp and circumstance, President Soeharto proclaimed May 20 the beginning of the second National Awakening to take Indonesia on a path towards a just and prosperous nation. During a celebration to mark the 86th anniversary of National Awakening Day on Friday, Soeharto said the lofty goals of the second long-term development program which began on April 1 would not be attainable without a common national vision.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Train crash claims 10 lives in W. Java
Train crash claims 10 lives in W. Java JAKARTA (JP): Two trains collided head-on in Cirebon, West Java in the early hours of Friday morning, killing 10 people. Preliminary findings indicate that the accident occurred when the driver of one of the trains fell asleep. "There is no excuse. The driver had already had one day's rest. But apparently he didn't use his time properly," said Rony Wahyudi, head of the Cirebon office of Perumka, the state railway firm.
Mon, 23 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): At last, after a 19-year wait, the Uber Cup, the
JAKARTA (JP): At last, after a 19-year wait, the Uber Cup, the symbol of supremacy in women's team badminton, returned to Indonesia as the host nation dethroned heavily-favored six-time champion China 3-2 in a nerve-wracking, hard-fought battle Friday night at Senayan indoor stadium. Fourteen-year-old Mia Audina showed maturity beyond her years and proved deserving of her place on the team. She clinched the Cup for Indonesia with an 11-7, 10-12, 11-4 win over Zhang Ning in the final rubber.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Fast lane computing with new CPUs and OSes
Fast lane computing with new CPUs and OSes By James O. Scharf JAKARTA (JP): We've been overdue for some major industry changes and now it looks like we're going to get them. New hardware designs are demanding new software interfaces. While Intel's position as the major supplier of CPUs has always provided a stabilizing factor in the industry, even Intel is not immune to outside pressures.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tip on printing the total number of pages in your document
Tip on printing the total number of pages in your document JAKARTA (JP): Last week we took a look at how we could print the total number of pages in a document so that, when we zapped it out, our recipient would know at a glance how many pages we were faxing. Today, I'll share with you the steps you have to take to achieve the same results in both Ami Pro 3.01 and WordPerfect for Windows 6.0. The accompanying illustration shows you what to do. Let's tackle Ami Pro first.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Interest rates likely to rise by up to two points
Interest rates likely to rise by up to two points JAKARTA (JP): The recent increase in the U.S. key interest rates will likely push Indonesia's interest rates up by one to two percentage points and will temporarily affect its stock markets, economists say. "The half a percentage point increase in the U.S.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 23
Where to go in Jakarta, May 23 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
AFTA, Australia-NZ link needs time, says Malaysia
AFTA, Australia-NZ link needs time, says Malaysia SINGAPORE (AFP): A formal link between a proposed free trade area in ASEAN and the Australia-New Zealand economic forum is premature, Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says. Anwar, reacting to the suggestion by New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger, said Friday that the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) needed to first improve its planned free trade area before seeking ties with other groups.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Awakening to challenges
Awakening to challenges Nationalism and national unity have naturally become the main topics of speeches by government leaders and discussions at various seminars and public meetings over the two weeks prior to the observance on May 20 of our National Awakening Day which President Soeharto has termed as our Second National Awakening. Obviously, the first awakening was the national movement of May 20, 1908, which launched the national struggle for independence from the Dutch colonial rule.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Firm to expand business
Firm to expand business JAKARTA (JP): PT Lippo Industries, a holding company for automotive part, consumer electronics and infrastructure equipment producers, plans to expand through joint ventures with Japanese and South Korean partners. Rudy Nanggulangi, the company's president, told reporters after an annual meeting of its shareholders here on Friday that Lippo Industries will establish a joint venture with a Japanese company to manufacture printed circuit boards later this year.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Monday, May 23
TV Today: Monday, May 23 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Puppet Show: Peter Pan and the Pirates 3:05 Music Program 3:30 Unsolved Mysteries 4:30 Student Quiz 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Health Program 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: Southeast Sulawesi 6:15 Village Program 6:30 National Security 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Financial Program 8:05 TV Series: Golden Years 9:00 World News 9:30 Music 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: A Last Cry for Help Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Sat, 21 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Kedaung Indah Can expands marketing to U.S. and Europe
Kedaung Indah Can expands marketing to U.S. and Europe JAKARTA (JP): PT Kedaung Indah Can, an enamelware producer listed on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges, will expand its marketing networks in America and Europe by establishing cooperation with two companies based in Los Angeles and Hamburg.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bank Bali's profits up
Bank Bali's profits up JAKARTA (JP): Bank Bali, a private commercial bank listed on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges, yesterday reported a 7.1 percent increase in after-tax profits to Rp 61.6 billion (US$28.5 million) last year. Rudy Ramli, the bank's president, said in a presentation here yesterday that the bank's profit per share rose to Rp 331 from Rp 309. Bank Bali's operating profit slightly increased to Rp 82.58 billion from Rp 82.35 billion, he said.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Agribusiness agency to help eliminate poverty
Agribusiness agency to help eliminate poverty JAKARTA (JP): A new body within the Ministry of Agriculture yesterday announced an ambitious plan to help eliminate poverty among farmers by promoting their competitive advantages. The head of the ministry's Agribusiness Agency, Dudung Abdul Adjid, told reporters here that the body would coordinate government policy to develop agriculture-based industries and coordinate investment in these sectors.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Swiss, RI firms set up pension fund
Swiss, RI firms set up pension fund JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Finance has licensed Winterthur Life Indonesia, a Swiss-Indonesian joint insurance company, to establish a pension fund in the country. The president of Winterthur Life Indonesia, Ruswan Arifin, told reporters here yesterday that the new pension fund, called Winterthur Indonesia, will invest 80 percent of the funds in banking deposits, 10 percent in bonds and the other 10 percent in stocks.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Students on trial
Students on trial Although the finishing sequels to the drama may yet have to be played, the curtain, for now, has fallen on one of the most bizarre shows ever seen on this country's judicial stage. Pandemonium broke loose at the Central Jakarta District Court on Wednesday as the chief judge read out the sentences, condemning 21 student protesters to six months each in prison for defaming President Soeharto.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia ups pressure on RP to ban talks on E. Timor
Indonesia ups pressure on RP to ban talks on E. Timor JAKARTA (JP): The government and two youth organizations, in separate actions, put further pressure on the Philippine government yesterday to ban a controversial conference on East Timor in Manila later this month. Foreign Ministry spokesman Irawan Abidin said Indonesia may revoke it's offer of sponsoring peace talks between the Philippine government and the Moro Moslem rebel movement if the East Timor conference took place, Antara reported.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Mulialand makes big cut in plans for new share offering
Mulialand makes big cut in plans for new share offering JAKARTA (JP): PT Mulialand has significantly cut the number of new shares it intends to issue this year from an original plan of 147 million down to 25 million. A Mulialand executive said yesterday that the sudden move was not made to escape the trading slump on the stock markets. "We just want to give investors a chance to get profits on the secondary market," Kusyadi Kuyono, the company's corporate secretary, said in a statement.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC welcomes business
APEC welcomes business By Meidyatama Suryodiningrat NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): Senior officials from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member countries endorsed private sector participation yesterday by recognizing the Asia Pacific Business Network (APB Net).
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Friday, May 20
TV Today: Friday, May 20 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m Cartoon: I'm Telling 3:05 Langka & Unik 3:30 Science Film: Zero One Magazine 4:00 Student Quiz 4:30 TV Series: Ibn Taimiyah 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Cultural program 6:05 Nusantara the beloved country: East Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Viewers' Concern 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Report on National Awakening Day Ceremony (repeat) 8:35 Badminton: Uber Cup Final (live) 9:00 World News 9:25 Badminton: Uber Cup Final (live, continued) 00:35 a.m.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Photo A: Show
Photo A: Show 14pt ML cap 3 cols Univ 8pt 55 JP/lem 6 pts. Universe Italics 55 I/c A PASSAGE TO INDIA: Models present A Passage to India, from the collection of Betty Barclay at a Lady Hilton Extravaganza fashion show at the Jakarta Hilton. Yesterday's show also featured collections from other noted fashion houses, namely Escada, Laurel and Vera Mont.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX)
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) continued gaining yesterday in concert with the upward trend on other Asian markets. The Composite Index, which gained more than five points to close earned another 5.53 points to end at 482.74 yesterday. The narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index strengthened to 114.50 from 112.20. A broker at JSX said the composite index was revised with the listing of 115 million shares of PT Plaza Indonesia.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Big power cataclysms eased Israel out of Gaza
Big power cataclysms eased Israel out of Gaza By Bradley Burston TEL AVIV (Reuter): For many Palestinians, the 27 years that passed before Israel pulled out of the Gaza Strip on Wednesday felt like forever. But the withdrawal under Israel's peace deal with its once deadly foe the PLO might have taken much longer had it not been for bedrock shifts in the roles of faraway superpowers.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Idul Adha prayer locations and preachers
Idul Adha prayer locations and preachers JAKARTA (jp): Tomorrow's Idul Adha prayer services begin at 7 a.m. The services will be conducted at the following locations: 0 Istiqlal Grand Mosque. Preacher: A. Nazri Adlani (Rector of the North Sumatra Islamic Institute) 0 Cut Mutia Mosque, Jl. Cut Mutia, Central Jakarta. Preacher: Police Capt. Yahya Agil 0 Al Hikmah Mosque, Jl. MH Thamrin 9, Central Jakarta. Preacher: Hasan Basri (Chairman of the Indonesian Ulema Council). 0 Cut Nyak Dien Mosque, Jl.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Thailand seen more democratic since 1992 massacre
Thailand seen more democratic since 1992 massacre By Tony Austin BANGKOK (Reuter): Two years after soldiers gunned down demonstrators in the streets of Bangkok, diplomats say that democracy appears to be slowly taking root in Thailand, the scene of 17 successful or attempted military coups since 1932.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Discourse on nationalism on the wrong track
Discourse on nationalism on the wrong track By Santi WE Soekanto JAKARTA (JP): Today's National Awakening Day is not the routine ritual that we have seen each year in the past. President Soeharto wants it to mark Indonesia's Second National Awakening. Soeharto appealed last week to the people to reinvigorate their sense of nationalism so they could better handle the current trend of rapid global change. However, he also warned against chauvinism.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Waste importers
Waste importers The Dutch team sent here to investigate the containers with toxic waste has concluded that 58 containers originated in Rotterdam but that only four are filled with Dutch waste and belong to Dutch exporters. The other 54 came from other sources. Rotterdam, the largest port of Europe, is extensively used as a port of transit.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Govt strives to fight illegal levies at port
Govt strives to fight illegal levies at port JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Transportation Haryanto Dhanutirto said yesterday that the government will fight illegal levies at Jakarta's Tanjung Priok port. Dhanutirto told newsmen following a meeting with President Soeharto that a recent investigation by his ministry confirmed businessmen's complaints about rampant illegal charges at the country's largest port.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Philippines edges closer to leader
Philippines edges closer to leader TANGERANG, West Java (JP): Teams from Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand will be engaged in a fierce battle for the title when they tee-off today in the final round of the Putra Cup golf championship. Indonesia retains the lead by just three strokes at 637 (207,209,221). After holding a commanding lead right from the start, Indonesia suffered a major blow yesterday when Denny Supriadi was disqualified for a rules violation.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia confident double is in reach
Indonesia confident double is in reach JAKARTA (JP): Host Indonesia is confident that it has all what it takes to notch a double by winning both the Thomas and Uber Cups this year. "It is the right time to regain the two coveted trophies," team manager Lutfi Hamid told a pre-match press conference yesterday. He said Indonesia's semifinal victories lifted the confidence and morale of his players.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Court overrules Tansil's objections, trial proceeds
Court overrules Tansil's objections, trial proceeds JAKARTA (JP): The Central Jakarta District Court decided yesterday to proceed with the corruption trial of businessman Eddy Tansil, overruling all the objections raised by his lawyers. Presiding Judge Soetrisno said at the hearing yesterday that the government prosecutors have a valid case against Tansil, the main suspect in the trial over the Rp 1.3 trillion ($620 million) fraud at the government-owned Bank Pembangunan Indonesia.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Friday kirim ulang
TV Today: Friday kirim ulang TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m Cartoon: I'm Telling 3:05 Langka & Unik 3:30 Science Film: Zero One Magazine 4:00 Student Quiz 4:30 TV Series: Ibn Taimiyah 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Cultural program 6:05 Nusantara the beloved country: East Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Viewers' Concern 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Report on National Awakening Day Ceremony (repeat) 8:35 Badminton: Uber Cup Final (live) 9:00 World News 9:25 Badminton: Uber Cup Final (live, continued) 00:35 a.m.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 20
Where to go in Jakarta, May 20 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
City administration fails to promote low-cost apartments
City administration fails to promote low-cost apartments JAKARTA (JP): The city administration has been unsuccessful in encouraging citizens to live in low-cost apartments due to poor public relations and planning, councilors said yesterday. People still feel they are being forced to move to apartments, they added.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): National Police Chief Gen. Banurusman said
JAKARTA (JP): National Police Chief Gen. Banurusman said yesterday his office has received proposals from five privately- owned developers who are interested in the planned renovation of the City Police Headquarters. The renovation is to be done under a land barter agreement with a privately-owned developer.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
UB40 pledges to promote reggae music
UB40 pledges to promote reggae music By Prapti Widinugraheni JAKARTA (JP): I said we friendship come first, the band did come second ... so listen crowd of people and throw up unnu hands, if you love dem their style and you love dem pattern, reggae music can't refuse it, so give us what we want and mek we gwan ... (Reggae Music, UB40) "Reggae is not a way of life. It is simply Jamaican pop music. About its connection with Rastafarianism?
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Time to introduce wage scale system, economist says
Time to introduce wage scale system, economist says JAKARTA (JP): Companies in Indonesia should establish a wage scale and enforce it consistently to win workers' loyalty, a Singaporean labor expert says. David Chew, an economics professor at the National University of Singapore, said yesterday that companies should stop using the official minimum wage level as a yardstick and introduce their own wage scales.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Stranded vessel rescued MANOKWARI, Irian Jaya: The sixteen passengers and crew of the Osita, which suffered technical problems in the open sea, have been rescued by a passing Philippine fishing boat. The vessel, which was on its way from Bitung in North Sulawesi to Kao district in Central Halmahera, had been drifting for 15 days because of engine failure. A strong swell had swept the vessel to the Pacific Ocean.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Islamic Day
Islamic Day of Sacrifice In observance of Islamic Day of Sacrifice, The Jakarta Post will not appear on Saturday. The Post will reappear on Monday. -- Editor
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police hope to add more heroin to their haul
Police hope to add more heroin to their haul JAKARTA (JP): Police believe that three men, arrested here last week for possession of 29 kilograms of high-grade heroin, have more of the drug stashed at an undisclosed location. "We've found strong indications that the three men are hiding a huge size of heroin somewhere in this country which we don't know yet," head of the National Police Crime Investigation Directorate, Brig. Gen. Rusdihardjo, said yesterday.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/7/7cap
JP/7/7cap photo cap A, 10 pts ML 3 col. credit 6 pts JP/kod Entertainer Kenny Rogers treated his audience to what he called "one big karaoke ball" during his performance Tuesday at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center. photo cap B, 10 pts ML, 3 col, credit 6pts Paramount Pictures In Intersection Vincent Eastman (Richard Gere) is a successful architect who must choose between his wife and business partner Sally (Sharon Stone,left) and his lover Olivia (Lolita Davidovich).
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Bali, May 20
Where to go in Bali, May 20 Music and entertainment o Nusa Dua Beach Hotel: Budaya Stage - Legong Buffet Dinner, Friday; Balinese Flower Arranging, Tuesday. Coffee Shop - Indonesian Night with Joged Dance, Saturday & Monday. Village Night with Frog Dance, Tuesday. Notte Italiana with Capo Dastro Quartet, Thursday. Lumba-lumba Restaurant - Capo Dastro Quartet, Sunday. Poolside - BBQ Night with Hawaiian Band, Wednesday.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Like it or not, Tebet victims get apartments
Like it or not, Tebet victims get apartments JAKARTA (JP): The City Council and the governor's office said yesterday that the apartment project for Tebet fire victims will still be built, despite their protests they don't want to live in an apartment. "The funds are already available. We hope that we can build it soon," said Onky Sukasah, chief of the City Housing Office after a hearing with the City Council yesterday. Onky was in the company of Zainuddin, deputy to South Jakarta mayor.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Increase in U.S. interest rates gets mixed reactions
Increase in U.S. interest rates gets mixed reactions JAKARTA (JP): Government and private sector opinions were at opposite ends of the spectrum yesterday over the half a percentage point increase in U.S. interest rates. "Indonesian bankers should not be worried by the move of the U.S. Federal Reserve to maintain control of inflation for sustaining its economic expansion," Bank Indonesia Governor J.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
No paper 14pts Cent. Bold l/c 1col BOX
No paper 14pts Cent. Bold l/c 1col BOX In observance of Islamic Day of Sacrifice, The Jakarta Post will not appear on Saturday. The Post will reappear on Monday. -- Publisher
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Kenny Rogers remains as popular as ever
Kenny Rogers remains as popular as ever By Gus Kairupan JAKARTA (JP): The lights went down, a lively flourish sounded from the seven-piece band, and on the stage stepped mega-star Kenny Rogers to the accompaniment of thunderous applause from the audience at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia barters aircraft for Malaysian cars
Indonesia barters aircraft for Malaysian cars JAKARTA (JP): Malaysia and Indonesia signed counter-trade deals here yesterday involving aircraft and automobiles worth around US$ 100 million. Indonesia's Minister of Research and Technology B.J. Habibie and visiting Malaysian Minister of Defense Mohd.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/7/spyro/
JP/7/spyro/ Spyro Gyra and Acoustic Alchemy slated for Jakarta concert By Paul Blair [10 pts ML] JAKARTA (JP): Two top-selling musical groups -- Spyro Gyra from the United States and Acoustic Alchemy from Britain -- will follow up on the considerable popularity of their compact discs and cassettes in Indonesia with a joint local appearance next Tuesday evening.
Fri, 20 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/1/Tinju
JP/1/Tinju Adrianus keeps title after a 12 round hug JAKARTA (JP): Adrianus Taroreh's first defense of his Orient and Pacific (OPBF) Lightweight title, against the Australian Darren Miller, was a disappointment to Indonesian and Australian fans alike, showing viewers two boxers who could neither overcome their own bad habits, or exploit their opponent's.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TOLONG PRIORITASKAN PUBLIC.., PARKING.., AND BEKASI...
TOLONG PRIORITASKAN PUBLIC.., PARKING.., AND BEKASI... Public told to build sport facilities JP/3/Focus < set 12pts U75 1 col 2 lines Public told to build sport facilities City councilors yesterday called on the private sector to help the city administration build sport facilities.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Company refuses to meet its workers' demand
Company refuses to meet its workers' demand JP/3/Bike/0 Company refuses to meet its workers' demand JAKARTA (JP): The management of PT Menara Djaja Industri Nasional Indonesia, a manufacturer of bicycle parts, told city councilors yesterday that it is unable to meet its workers' demand for transport and meal allowances.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Krakatau Steel to reduce workers
Krakatau Steel to reduce workers JAKARTA (JP): PT Krakatau Steel, the state-owned steel manufacturer in Cilegon, West Java, will reduce the number of its workers by one third under a restructuring program in spite of its plan to increase production, its president says. "We will move 3,000 of our 9,000 workers to new companies that we will establish to optimize the management of our certain assets for commercial purposes," Soetoro Mangoensoewargo said in Cilegon on Tuesday.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Immigration set to deport Chinese prostitute
Immigration set to deport Chinese prostitute JAKARTA (JP): The authorities are currently investigating how a Chinese woman, who has been working as a prostitute in Indonesia, managed to obtain a forged Indonesian passport and has been traveling in and out of the country for the last three years undetected. The woman, identified as Huang Chuang Shia, is currently under investigation and may face deportation, Hario Subayu, spokesman of the Directorate General of Immigration, said yesterday.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Trading at the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX)
JAKARTA (JP): Trading at the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) continued to heat up yesterday with the broad-based Composite Index recording a five-point increase to close at 477.21. The Indonesian markets followed the lead of Wall Street and did not react much to Tuesday's 0.5-point rise in U.S. interest rates, a securities analyst said. The Dow Jones industrial average yesterday closed higher, despite the U.S. Federal Reserve's move to increase interest rates for the fourth time this year.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Government urged to raise official retirement age
Government urged to raise official retirement age JAKARTA (JP): The government should extend the official retirement age for civil servants and military officers, or risk losing productivity from experienced workers, a retired general says. Former chief of the National Police Gen.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
PHRI pledges to welcome govt's plan on hotel service charges
PHRI pledges to welcome govt's plan on hotel service charges JP/3/PHRI/0 PHRI pledges to welcome govt's plan on hotel service charges JAKARTA (JP): The city's association of hotels and restaurants will accept any regulation launched by the city administration aimed at standardizing the distribution of service charges. The charges equal 10 percent of services provided by hotels or restaurants and must be distributed to the workers.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yoe Hok says
Yoe Hok says double within nation's grasp JAKARTA (JP): Former badminton great Tan Joe Hok, who was a key player on the Indonesian team that won the Thomas Cup for the first time way back in 1958, is confident that Indonesia will notch a memorable double this year by winning both the Thomas and Uber Cups. "Barring unforeseen circumstances the Thomas Cup is as good as Indonesia's," he told newsmen yesterday.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Govt told to ignore talks on East Timor in Manila
Govt told to ignore talks on East Timor in Manila JAKARTA (JP): Three members of the House of Representatives (DPR) are urging the government not to raise a strong protest about a conference on East Timor in Manila later this month because it would only attract negative publicity.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/6/6cap
JP/6/6cap photo cap A: 10 pts ML, 4cols, credit 6 pts Reuter A 1986 "Self-Portrait" by American media-fetishist Andy Warhol hangs at the entrance to the new Warhol museum in Warhol's native Pittsburgh, far from the glamour he longed to be close to. photo cap B: 10 pts ML, 2 col, credit 6 pts Andi's Gallery Two Balinese Dancers by Hoo Kim Hong is one of the paintings to be displayed from May 26 to June 19 at Andi's Gallery in Central Jakarta.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Sudibyo M. Wiradji -10pts Metrolight l/c
By Sudibyo M. Wiradji -10pts Metrolight l/c MAGELANG, Central Java (JP): Two kilometers from the famous Borobudur Temple stands a newly established private fine arts museum representing works of modern artists. The museum, opened recently by Minister of Education and Culture Wardiman Djojonegoro, was established by Haj Widayat, one of Indonesia's most distinguished painters, who has been critically acclaimed for his treatment of flora and fauna. Called the H.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Boat people cast ashore in Kalimantan
Boat people cast ashore in Kalimantan JAKARTA (JP): Some 51 people believed to have come from Vietnam have been cast ashore at the Kumai port city, Kotawaringin Barat regency in Central Kalimantan after their boat ran out of fuel. It was not immediately clear where the boat was heading, but its passengers have requested food and fuel to allow them to continue their journey, the Antara news agency reported yesterday.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/Caption/0
JP/3/Caption/0 Photo A : Cattle 14 pts Metrolight cap. 4 cols. Universe 8 pts 55 I/c JP/jsk 6 pts. Universe Italics 55 I/c SACRIFICIAL GOATS: As the Idul Adha Islamic day of sacrifice approaches, livestock trade in Jakarta increases dramatically as does the number of traders. Some run their business in spots already provided by the municipality, while others prefer locations close to the crowds, although this violates city regulations.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC summit is make or break time for Indonesia
APEC summit is make or break time for Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum summit in Indonesia this November will give Indonesia a chance to put itself on the map, but it will require thorough preparation to be successful. That was the advice yesterday offered by officials from Washington D.C. and Seattle, the United States, the latter the host of the successful first APEC summit last year.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesian golfers extend lead in Putra Cup tourney
Indonesian golfers extend lead in Putra Cup tourney TANGERANG, West Java (JP): Indonesia extended its lead at the Putra Cup team amateur golf championship yesterday to a commanding 11 strokes, while team captain Sukamdi was granted a present that makes this tournament one he will never forget. "Last night I was so nervous waiting for word from my wife in Medan, who was in labor with our second child," Sukamdi said.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Manpower ministry under spotlight for alleged scam
Manpower ministry under spotlight for alleged scam JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Manpower may be the next target in the government's drive for clean government, following allegations of a multimillion-dollar scam in the lucrative business of sending Indonesian workers overseas.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ADB to provide $150 million in aid for road projects
ADB to provide $150 million in aid for road projects JAKARTA (JP): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved US$150 million in financial aid to Indonesia for the development and construction of new roads in its eastern provinces this year, an official says. "We expect the aid agreement will be signed here in August," Syarifuddin Alambai, director for road development of the Ministry of Public Works, told reporters here yesterday.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Most of the country's poor are farmers: BPS
Most of the country's poor are farmers: BPS JAKARTA (JP): The Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) said yesterday that 95 percent of the nation's poor are farmers. "Our 1993 agricultural census discovered that the overwhelming majority of the heads of poor families work in the agricultural sector, either in rural or urban areas," said Soegiarto, head of the BPS statistics analysis department.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Cultural transformation and educational reform
Cultural transformation and educational reform By Mochtar Buchori JAKARTA (JP): It has been said that education is a culture- bound phenomenon. This expression is usually interpreted to mean that the practice of education varies from one culture to another. The way the Javanese educate their children, for instance, differs from the way the Chinese educate theirs. Two inferences can be drawn from this expression.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Furniture expo to open
Furniture expo to open JAKARTA (JP): The Association of Indonesian Furniture and Handicraft Industries will hold the 7th Indonesian Furniture and Handicraft Exhibition at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center beginning tomorrow. The chairman of the exhibition's organizing committee, Bramantyo W., said here yesterday that 63 furniture and handicraft firms and two cooperatives from Jakarta, Bogor, Tangerang, Bekasi, Bandung and Jepara will participate in the 10- day exhibition.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Another labor activist dead BANDUNG: The Nusantara Legal Aid Foundation is currently investigating the mysterious death of 23-year-old labor activist Titi Sugiarti, whose body was found late last month at a waste pond of the textile company where she worked. Foundation chairman Effendi Saman said her death might have been related to her activities in leading workers' actions at PT Kahatex.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Thursday, May 19
TV Today: Thursday, May 19 TVRI 2:30 p.m. TV Series: Tarzan 3:05 Music: Dendang Ria 3:30 TV Series: The Sword of Tipu Sultan 4:30 Sports: Beach Volleyball 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Arabic Lessons 6:05 Nusantara the beloved country: Central Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:25 Koran Recital 6:35 Religious Teachings: Islam 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV Drama: Meniti Pelangi 8:05 TV Series: Combat 9:00 World News 9:25 Journal of Thomas Cup - Uber Cup 9:55 Arena dan Juara 10:55 OPBF boxing match: Live...
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police announce sharp drop in crime
Police announce sharp drop in crime JP/3/CRIMES Police announce sharp drop in crime JAKARTA (JP): City Police Chief Maj. Gen. Mochammad Hindarto said the greater Jakarta area has shown a considerable decrease in the crime rate since the launching of the ongoing massive anti-crime operation. "Since the operation, codenamed Operasi Bersih (Cleansing Operation) was launched, all of the 70 kinds of crimes have shown a significant decrease," the two-star police general said yesterday.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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A H. Widayat Museum The newly-opened H. Widayat Museum in Mungkid, Yogyakarta is a welcome addition to Indonesia's privately-built museums of modern art. B H. Widayat Museum One of the paintings by Widayat, Ratu Rimba (Queen of the Jungle), oil on canvas, 145 x 145 cm. C Reuter Dorian Ball, a British stockbroker turned treasure hunter, shows off artifacts recovered from the wreck of the merchant vessel Diana, which sank in 1817.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Company wants revision of delisting rule
Company wants revision of delisting rule JAKARTA (JP): PT Pfizer Indonesia, a pharmaceutical company which has been delisted from the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX), yesterday urged the authorities to revise the ruling on the delisting of shares from a capital market.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 19
Where to go in Jakarta, May 19 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Students jailed for defaming Soeharto
Students jailed for defaming Soeharto JAKARTA (JP): The gallery at the Central Jakarta District Court exploded in outrage yesterday when the 21 students in the Soeharto defamation trials where sentenced to six months each. The initial reaction of the defendants and their supporters in the packed courtroom was relief at sentences that were lighter than anticipated.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
APEC wants economic gaps closed
APEC wants economic gaps closed By Meidyatama Suryodiningrat NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): The second Senior Official Meeting (SOM) of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) began here yesterday with a call to narrow the economic gap between the developed and developing member nations.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
20-year sentence demanded for
20-year sentence demanded for Basuki murder defendants JP/3/BASUKI 20-year sentence demanded for Basuki murder defendants JAKARTA (JP): Public prosecutors yesterday demanded that the South Jakarta district court sentence Wahyudi and Abdul Mukti to 20 years in prison each for their role in robbing and killing noted painter Basuki Abdullah on Nov. 5 last year.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/Cattle
JP/3/Cattle Cattle being driven toward Jakarta as holiday nears JAKARTA (JP): Many of the cattle to be slaughtered for sacrifices on the upcoming Idul Adha Islamic holiday are suffering from effects of the long trip to Jakarta, an official said yesterday. "They experienced what experts call dehydration during the long journey," Oetoro, chief of the City husbandry office, told reporters on the steps of City Hall.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Yuliani vows better performance despite her success in Uber Cup
Yuliani vows better performance despite her success in Uber Cup JP/10/YULI Yuliani vows better performance despite her success in Uber Cup ) 4 cols 2 lines JAKARTA (JP): It took years for this bridesmaid to stand eye- to-eye with her queen, but how long will it last? Yuliani Sentosa has long been overshadowed by training camp colleague and world number one Susi Susanti, but on Tuesday night she was without a doubt the toast of Indonesia.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tourism growing by leaps and bounds
Tourism growing by leaps and bounds JAKARTA (JP): Tourism will likely replace textile products as Indonesia's biggest foreign exchange earner outside oil and gas by the end of the Sixth Five Year Development Plan (Repelita VI), a senior official says.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
S.E Asia benefits from strong Malaysia, defense chief says
S.E Asia benefits from strong Malaysia, defense chief says JAKARTA (JP): Malaysian Defense Minister Dato' Sri Najib Tun Razak defended his country's recent massive purchase of weapons, saying that Southeast Asia benefits from a strong Malaysia. Najib told a discussion yesterday that his country was not indulging in an arms race.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Constraints of development
Constraints of development It is only recently we knew that there are constraints to development program in the Eastern Indonesia. The investors should feel attracted to invest their capital in this area. The attractions may involve incentives, facilities and the availability of adequate human resources, etc. Lack of these factors constitutes the main constraint to development in Eastern Indonesia.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
MRT project is still in the pipedream
MRT project is still in the pipedream JP/3/MRT MRT project is still just a pipe dream JAKARTA (JP): The construction of the urban Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system is still just a dream as the government has not yet selected any private companies to carry out the massive project.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
IPTN to manufacture 3 N-250 aircraft weekly
IPTN to manufacture 3 N-250 aircraft weekly JAKARTA (JP): State Minister for Research and Technology B.J. Habibie said yesterday that the aircraft manufacturer PT IPTN will produce three N-250 planes a week and market 50 percent of the aircraft in the United States and Canada.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
14 pts ML l/c 4 cols 8 pts Univ. 55 l/c
14 pts ML l/c 4 cols 8 pts Univ. 55 l/c JP/arh AGAINST INDONESIA: The Chinese pairing of Ge Fei (right) and Gu Jun (left) celebrate after bringing their team to the Uber Cup final against Indonesia on Friday. They beat Sweden's Maria Bengtson and Catrine Bengston 11-15, 15-12, 15-11 in yesterday's semifinal.
Thu, 19 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Ancient wrecks inspire hunt for sunken treasure
Ancient wrecks inspire hunt for sunken treasure By Valerie Lee KAMPONG BALIK BATU, Malaysia (Reuter): A stockbroker turned treasure hunter is convinced the Straits of Malacca off Malaysia is a murky graveyard for dozens of treasure-laden shipwrecks. "There are a number of wrecks in this area," said Dorian Ball in this village 50 kilometers (31 miles) from the west Malaysian town of Malacca.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Other Opinion
Other Opinion The right of assembly The question of licenses needed for various purposes has once again come to the fore. Among the reasons is the fact that Police Brig. Gen. (ret.) Mrs. Roekmini Koesoemo was recently denied the opportunity to speak at a meeting in Surabaya because of the lack of a permit. And most recently a get-together planned for W.S. Rendra at Emha Ainun Najib's house in Yogyakarta was canceled because no permit had been obtained.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Lentera shares AIDS information with housewives
Lentera shares AIDS information with housewives SLEMAN, Yogyakarta (JP): Women of the Ngaglik neighborhood recently enjoyed an unusual arisan (informal lottery) as they gathered at the house of the community unit chief. Those who participated not only had a chance to win this month's cash, but also heard a discussion on AIDS presented by four Lentera volunteers.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
First environmental directory launched
First environmental directory launched JAKARTA (JP): HIDUP Indonesia, the trade association of companies dedicated to promoting environmental products, services and technology, yesterday launched the country's first environmental directory. The directory, introduced at a breakfast meeting, aims at briefing industrialists on the environmental products currently available in Indonesia and how to obtain them.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Results
Results Uber Cup Indonesia bt South Korea 4-1 (Indonesia first): Susi Susanti bt Kim Ji-hyun 11-4, 11-2; Yuliani Santosa bt Ra Kyun-min 11-3, 12-9; Mia Audina bt Lee Joo-hyun 9-11, 11-3, 11-2; Lili Tampi/Finarsih bt Shim Eun-jung/Jang Hye-ock 15-9, 15-5; Eliza/Zelin Resiana lost to Gil Young-ah/Bang Soo-hyun 2-15, 15- 2, 16-18.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
A quick look at Yogyakarta's sex business
A quick look at Yogyakarta's sex business YOGYAKARTA (JP): Susi is an unlicensed tourist guide who has been operating in the Sosrowijayan area here for more than a year. Unlike most guides, she's prepared for sexual engagement with her guests. Susi's clients are Westerners she finds in local bars and entertainment centers in the city. A divorcee with a seven-year- old boy, Susi says that she has no plan for the future, stating that she ended up living her current life to make ends meet.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN At A Glance
ASEAN At A Glance Minister wants end to Saudi gems case BANGKOK (AFP): Interior Minister Chaowalit Yongchaiyudh is pressing for an end to the lingering Saudi gems investigation and a decision on whether to arrest eight top policemen accused in the case, a ministry official said yesterday.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
S. Korea unlikely to beat Indonesia in Thomas Cup
S. Korea unlikely to beat Indonesia in Thomas Cup JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia is the odds-on favorite against dark- horse South Korea in this evening's semifinal at Senayan indoor stadium. In fact the host nation, with six of the world's top 10 singles players, looks firmly on course to lift the cup for the first time in a decade.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Assistants to APEC Leaders set date for Informal-Summit
Assistants to APEC Leaders set date for Informal-Summit NUSA DUA, Bali (JP): The first meeting of the Special Assistants to the Leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) group yesterday agreed to a date for the second APEC leadership economic meeting (ALEM). "The tentative date we have put forward is November 15 in Bogor," said Bintoro Tjokroamidjojo, head of the Executive Agency for APEC and special assistant on APEC affairs to President Soeharto.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Adrianus to fight Aussie in first title defense
Adrianus to fight Aussie in first title defense JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian Orient and Pacific Boxing Federation lightweight champion Adrianus Taroreh will make his first title defense against Australia's Darren Miller here tomorrow. The hard-jabbing champion, who won the OPBF crown with a split decision over South Korea's Jung Jin-noh in January, is not taking his much taller Australian contender lightly. "It's a fight I have to win, as it could change the course of my boxing career.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI supports privatization of tin research body
RI supports privatization of tin research body JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia supports the privatization of the London-based International Tin Research Institute (ITRI), which is now under the management of the Association of Tin Producing Countries (ATPC), to improve its services to tin users throughout the world.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 18
Where to go in Jakarta, May 18 Jangan hapus: JAMZ, Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Richard Pedler
By Richard Pedler JAKARTA (JP): Despite appearing in two successive 1970s World Cup Finals, Holland has been one of the most talented teams never to win the World Cup. In 1974, the team succumbed to overconfidence following a dream start to the final. Four years later, they were the width of a post away from victory in the 90th minute before defeat in extra-time. Both times the host nation was victorious.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Activist set free as 21 colleagues face jail terms
Activist set free as 21 colleagues face jail terms JAKARTA (JP): A vocal student activist walked out from the Cipinang Correctional Institution yesterday, on the eve of a court verdict that may send 21 other activists to a prison like the one he left. Bonar Tigor Naipospos, 30 years old, was given a conditional release by the authorities.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indorama out to dominate polyester market
Indorama out to dominate polyester market JAKARTA (JP): PT Indorama Synthetics, which will become the largest polyester producer in Indonesia next year, yesterday reported a 12 percent increase in its net profit to Rp 50.30 billion (US$23.4 million) last year. Vice president director S.P.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Industrial nations should grow with Asia-S'pore PM
Industrial nations should grow with Asia-S'pore PM SINGAPORE (Reuter): Industrialized countries should boost their economies by capitalizing on explosive growth in Asia instead of hindering it by pressing for social reforms, Singapore's prime minister said yesterday. "Industrial nations should seize the challenge and ride on the growth of Asia," Goh Chok Tong said at the opening of an Asian business conference.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
New Zealand Premier Bolger strikes a chord with Soeharto
New Zealand Premier Bolger strikes a chord with Soeharto JAKARTA (JP): New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger ended his visit in Indonesia yesterday having created closer ties with President Soeharto, but he now faces mounting criticisms at home for the way he treated the East Timor issue. Bolger was taken on a tour of Soeharto's Tri S Tapos ranch yesterday where he received information on the background of the facility which produces high-quality cattle.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Former home minister slams government on corruption
Former home minister slams government on corruption JAKARTA (JP): Former home minister Gen. (ret) Rudini said yesterday that the clean-up of government must start at the top. Speaking at a discussion held by the Jakarta Jakarta magazine, Rudini said that it was possible to create a government that was free of corruption as long as top leaders took the initiative. "The leaders should start the efforts of reform," he said.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
General appeals to East Timor administrators to unite
General appeals to East Timor administrators to unite DILI, East Timor (JP): The Armed Forces (ABRI) is urging politicians and the entire administration in East Timor to unite and throw their support behind Governor Abilio Jose Osorio Soares. ABRI Chief of Socio-Political Affairs Lt. Gen. H.B.L.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Thais set to relocate `embassy row'
Thais set to relocate `embassy row' JAKARTA (JP): The Royal Thai Embassy will soon join other foreign missions in relocating its office to "embassy row" on Jl. H.R. Rasuna Said, more popularly known as Jl. Kuningan. The embassy yesterday bought a plot, measuring 5,000 square meters, in the Grand Kuningan Diplomatic and Business Estate.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Plastic and shoe factory workers protest dismissal, substandard
Plastic and shoe factory workers protest dismissal, substandard wages JAKARTA (JP): Twenty five former employees from two factories in Tangerang and Bogor went to the Ministry of Manpower yesterday to complain about their dismissals and the substandard wages they received prior to them.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Prosecutors insist they have a strong case against Tansil
Prosecutors insist they have a strong case against Tansil JAKARTA (JP): Government prosecutors, whose case against Eddy Tansil was torn apart by the defense last Saturday, insisted yesterday that the charges against the businessman will stand. The prosecutors urged the Central Jakarta District Court to ignore arguments that Tansil should be tried for a civil offense for his involvement in the US$449 million lending fraud at the government-owned Bank Pembangunan Indonesia (Bapindo).
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia attacks Dutch for stalling on toxic waste
Indonesia attacks Dutch for stalling on toxic waste JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia yesterday criticized the Netherlands for stalling on the issue of taking back dozens of unwanted containers of toxic waste now piling up at Indonesian ports. The Environmental Impact Management Agency (Bapedal) said the Netherlands had not taken the matter seriously and a Dutch team sent recently in response to Indonesia's request simply inspected the documents and had no authority to discuss plans for their re- export.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Wednesday, May 18 1994
TV Today: Wednesday, May 18 1994 TVRI 2:30 p.m. Cartoon: Prince Valiant 3:05 Children Program 3:30 Science World 4:05 Comedy 4:30 Documentary Film 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Indonesian Lessons 6:05 Indonesia the Beloved Country: South Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Langka Tapi Nyata 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Music Contest: Asia Bagus 8:05 Spektrum 9:00 World News 9:25 Journal of Thomas and Uber Cup 9:55 Music 11:00 Late News 11:10 Film: It Rained All Night The Day I Left 1:00 a.m.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Marsinah inspires workers' protest SEMARANG: Some 500 textile workers took inspiration from the dead labor activist Marsinah as they went on strike on Tuesday to press for a salary increase. The workers at PT Sandratex yelled "Long Live Marsinah" and unfurled banners on of which read "We're victims like Marsinah" as they staged their protest at the company's compound. Their chief demand is that they be paid at least the Rp 2,700 daily minimum wage set by the government.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
PPD double-deckers
PPD double-deckers hit the streets soon PT Senawangi Wisa Marta Utama, a subsidiary of the widely diversified Humpuss Group, will try out 15 renovated double- decker buses on May 25. The buses will serve the Blok M-Pulogadung route. "We are going to try them out as soon as the City Land Transportation and Traffic Control Office (DLLAJR-DKI) issues us their route license (ijin trayek)," Didit Pocowinoto, a director of the company, said yesterday.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
photo A: 10 pts ML, 3 col, credit 6 pt
photo A: 10 pts ML, 3 col, credit 6 pt JP/par Three volunteers at Lentera's headquarters preparing charts to be presented at a discussion on AIDS. The Yogyakarta-based organization has 46 volunteers working for its various programs.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN resists labor rights link to trade
ASEAN resists labor rights link to trade JAKARTA (JP): The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) expressed strong opposition yesterday to the move by some developed countries to link international labor standards with trade agreements. Labor ministers of ASEAN nations stated at the end of a two-day meeting in Singapore that they are not opposed to the application of labor standards and are committed to improving the economic and social well-being of workers.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/kod
JP/kod KNOWS WHEN TO HOLD UP: World renowned country music crooner Kenny Rogers satisfies his fans at a show at the Jakarta Convention Center. Last night's concert was said to be one of the most prestigious shows here with the most expensive ticket sold at Rp 1 million.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): The City Police will get a new 20-story building
JAKARTA (JP): The City Police will get a new 20-story building under a land barter agreement with a privately-owned company. However, police officials refuse to name the company or give details regarding the project. The new, multi-storied office building will be constructed on the same plot where the existing City Police Headquarters stands, on Jl. Gatot Subroto.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
photo B: 10 pts ML, 4 col, credit 6 pt
photo B: 10 pts ML, 4 col, credit 6 pt JP/par Dancers sway to the beat of rock music during a special presentation by Lentera on AIDS at a discotheque in Yogyakarta. Discos are among the places where sex transactions take place in this court city of ancient Javanese kings.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Stock trading continued to improve on the
JAKARTA (JP): Stock trading continued to improve on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) yesterday, with most shares gaining ground in moderate trading. The Composite Index, which closed slightly higher at 467.86 on Monday, gained 3.91 points to end at 471.77. The narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index meanwhile also strengthened to 110.29 from 109.21.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Moslem leaders plan conference on Moro
Moslem leaders plan conference on Moro JAKARTA (JP): The official Indonesian anger at a conference on East Timor in the Philippines has spread to non-governmental organizations, who say they are ready to highlight poor treatment of members of the Moslem Moro rebel organization in retaliation.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Misinformation to the contrary - no rebuilding in Tebet
Misinformation to the contrary - no rebuilding in Tebet JAKARTA (JP): City councilors criticized city officials, yesterday, over their conflicting remarks about the planning of Tebet fire site. "There is no consistency over the site planning of the area. Some officials say it is designated to be a green zone, others say it is for houses with large portions of undeveloped soil.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Govt warns paging firms from over coverage
Govt warns paging firms from over coverage JAKARTA (JP): The government is threatening to revoke the licenses of radio paging companies which violate the limits of their areas of operations. Director General of Post and Telecommunications Djakaria Purawidjaja told reporters after opening a meeting with executives of radio paging companies here yesterday that certain companies have operated simulcasts with a power capacity greater than their licenses allows.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
photo C: 10 pts ML, 3 col, credit 6 pt
photo C: 10 pts ML, 3 col, credit 6 pt JP/par A volunteer displays a chart on how to avoid getting AIDS during a presentation by Afif Syakur (second from right) to a group of Ngaglik women. The presentation revealed the public's ignorance of the danger of AIDS and how to avoid it.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Batam airport to accommodate jumbo jets
Batam airport to accommodate jumbo jets JAKARTA (JP): State Minister of Research and Technology B. J. Habibie said yesterday that Hang Nadim airport on Batam Island, located some 20 kilometers southeast of Singapore, will be able to handle jumbo jets next year.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI leads Putra Cup by five shots
RI leads Putra Cup by five shots TANGERANG, West Java (JP): With flawless play around the greens at the par-72 Bumi Serpong Damai course, Sukamdi put Indonesia five shots ahead in the opening round of the 34th Putra Cup men's amateur team golf championship. The normally tough course, designed by golf-legend Jack Nicklaus, practically laid down and played dead in front of Sukamdi's onslaught, whose torrid pace from the get-go left the pack far behind.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia shrugged off the odds as the host
JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia shrugged off the odds as the host nation whipped South Korea 4-1 to advance to the final of the Uber Cup world women's team badminton championships at an emotion-charged, tension-filled Senayan indoor stadium last night. In the Thomas Cup defending champion Malaysia also booked a finals berth after downing China 3-2 in last night's semifinals, with debutante Ong Ewe Hock becoming the toast of the title holders.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
The Timor debate
The Timor debate Like a stubborn pain that comes and goes but refuses to fade entirely, the East Timor issue continues to surface now and then with a level of irritation that could to a certain extent impair Indonesia's relations with other countries. One of the latest proofs of this is the fact that New Zealand's Prime Minister, J.B. Bolger, considered it prudent during his visit to mention the issue in a meeting with President Soeharto.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Firm to build Sheraton hotel in Bogor
Firm to build Sheraton hotel in Bogor JAKARTA (JP): The Mega Guna Group will invest US$55 million to build a five-star hotel with 320 rooms together with a residential resort and golf course at Citeureup in Bogor, West Java. The group's chairman, Muljadi Senjaya, announced here yesterday that the Queensland-based THG International will begin constructing the facility, called Sheraton Rainbow Hills golf and leisure resort, at the end of this month.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Lentera helps distribute correct information on AIDS
Lentera helps distribute correct information on AIDS By Lewa Pardomuan YOGYAKARTA (JP): The thunder of rock music echoed in every corner of a well-known discotheque in this court city of the ancient Javanese kings that night. Young people crowded onto the dance floor to sway their bodies to the rhythm of the brisk tunes. In many corners, people smoked and talked in loud voices to overcome the mighty sound of the music. Then a group of young women entered the smoky room.
Wed, 18 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
South Jakarta murder is a family affair
South Jakarta murder is a family affair JAKARTA (JP): Police are still searching for three of the four robbers suspected of having killed a disabled man at a judge's house on Jl. Poltangan, Jagakarsa, a suburb in South Jakarta. The robbery took place at around 5:30 a.m. on Sunday. One of the suspects, identified as Ade Aulia Harahap, 25, is the victim's nephew. He was captured on the spot by local residents and severely beaten.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Stateless Chinese take advantage of amnesty
Stateless Chinese take advantage of amnesty JAKARTA (JP): Almost 1,000 stateless Chinese in three West Jakarta's districts have applied for citizenship since the start of an amnesty aimed at settling the status of residents who are without documentation. The drive, which started a week ago, focuses specifically on the Chinese population who are without any formal citizenship. Current estimates put their number in the city at well over 25,000.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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JP/3/Caption/0 A JP/bsr THE JAWS OF LIFE: Members of the City Traffic Police Directorate test a hydraulic-powered cutter, known as "the jaws of life," by cutting open an abandoned car. The cutter is standard equipment in a police vehicle rescue unit (parked behind). The British government donated some cars to Indonesian police force, including the rescue unit, in a ceremony at the National Police Headquarters yesterday.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
BII launches Masterphone
BII launches Masterphone JAKARTA (JP): Bank Internasional Indonesia (BII) launched a Masterphone Telephone Service yesterday by turning its MasterCard into an international calling card. The assistant vice president of BII's Card Center, Rudy Hamdani, said with a BII MasterCard, the cardholder can make a direct call to almost any part of the world from 49 countries by using touch-tone telephones.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Councilors want postponement of stall demolition
Councilors want postponement of stall demolition JAKARTA (JP): City councilors have asked the West Jakarta mayoralty administration to postpone the demolition of food stalls on Jl. Kebon Jeruk XVIII until the end of this week, pending the construction of a new location to accommodate the stalls' operators. "We agree to the mayoralty's plan to move the stalls. I believe this must occur because of changes in city spatial planning.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
C. Jakarta court reschedules trials
C. Jakarta court reschedules trials JAKARTA (JP): Although hit by a backlog of cases, the Central Jakarta district court nevertheless has given priority to the trials of 21 student activists and Eddy Tansil, a spokesman said yesterday. The students are being tried for allegedly defaming President Soeharto while Tansil stands accused of cheating a state-owned bank, causing the government to lose some US$620 million. Court chief Soetrisno himself will preside over the two major cases.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI embassy in Sana'a begins evacuation
RI embassy in Sana'a begins evacuation JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian embassy in Yemen yesterday began evacuating dependents of the mission's staff as the situation in Sana'a deteriorated amid the escalating civil war. "We are very concerned with the way the civil war is developing and with the uncertainty in Yemen," Ambassador Achmad Noor, who made the decision to begin the evacuation, was quoted by the Antara news agency as saying yesterday.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Jail terms sought for Surabaya security guards
Jail terms sought for Surabaya security guards JAKARTA (JP): Prosecutors in the Marsinah murder case yesterday urged the Surabaya District Court to send two security guards of PT Citra Putra Surya in Surabaya to prison for 13 years for their role in the murder of the labor activist. The prosecutors said Suprapto, 22, and Suwono, 48, took part in the premeditated murder in May of last year.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Irregularities still
Irregularities still rife at Priok as new payment system starts JAKARTA (JP): Irregularities, including illegal levies, still occur at the container terminal of the Tanjung Priok port despite the introduction of voucher payments for handling services early this month. However, an official at the port told The Jakarta Post yesterday that the number of irregularities has declined.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Tuesday, May 17, 1994
TV Today: Tuesday, May 17, 1994 TVRI 2:40 p.m. TV Series: Full House 3:05 Dilentasia 3:30 Cartoon: Super Friends 4:30 Science Film 5:00 Regional News 5:30 English Lessons 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: West Kalimantan 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Religious Teachings 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Horizon 8:05 Traditional Drama 9:00 World News 9:25 Badminton Journal: Thomas & Uber Cup 9:55 Musical Quiz: Gita Remaja 11:00 Late News 11:10 Film: Day One Part Two Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Computer to the rescue of rare species
Computer to the rescue of rare species By Pamela Lorentz PUNCAK, West Java (JP): Every animal in our world today has an extinction time clock ticking away. It is only in our lifetime that this sad but true realization has been accepted by much of the world community. Indonesia has taken another historic step to try and slow down the clock by holding its fifth Population and Habitat Viability Analysis Workshop (PHVA) in Puncak, West Java, from May 3 to May 6.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Matahari to distribute cash and bonus dividends
Matahari to distribute cash and bonus dividends JAKARTA (JP): PT Matahari Putra Prima, a department store chain listed on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges, will distribute a cash dividend of Rp 100 per share and two bonus shares for each existing stock. Antonius Hanifah Komala, the company's financial director, told reporters after its annual and extraordinary meetings here yesterday that the dividends will be given to those listed as shareholders.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia is
Indonesia is disappointed at Philippines JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas dispensed with diplomatic formality yesterday during a meeting with a special envoy from Philippine President Fidel Ramos, expressing anger that a conference on East Timor will be held in his country. "Let's not use diplomatic language here ...
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
AC Milan to 'teach' Persib
AC Milan to 'teach' Persib for sure game next month JAKARTA (JP): Local soccer fans will be in for another rare treat when the star-studded European club AC Milan graces Senayan stadium here for a friendly match with Persib Bandung, this year's winner of the national inter-city amateur championship.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued to rally on the Jakarta
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices continued to rally on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) yesterday with most issues gaining ground in moderate trading. The Composite Index, which gained 1.87 points to end at 467.39 on Friday, closed slightly higher at 467.86. The narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index meanwhile slightly improved to 109.21 from 109.17. A broker at JSX said that the composite index was revised with the listing of 9,891 shares of PT Matahari Putra Prima and 9.1 million shares of PT Marein.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bolger briefed on East Timor
Bolger briefed on East Timor JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto invited New Zealand parliamentarians to visit East Timor, yesterday, to clear up some misgivings they might have about Indonesia's policy in the former Portuguese colony. The invitation was extended through New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger during their meeting at the Merdeka Palace, State Secretary Moerdiono told reporters yesterday. "The President explained that Indonesia never had any intentions of annexing East Timor.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI Uber Cuppers keen to break the jinx against Korean team
RI Uber Cuppers keen to break the jinx against Korean team JAKARTA (JP): With the Thomas Cup title within reach, Indonesia is keen to break the jinx in the women's Uber Cup semifinal match against South Korea today. Indonesia has never gone beyond the semifinals in the three previous women's badminton team championships. Led by All England champion Susi Susanti, Indonesia bowed out to spirited South Korea 1-4 in 1992.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
C. Kalimantan politicians warm up for gubernatorial poll
C. Kalimantan politicians warm up for gubernatorial poll JAKARTA (JP): Local social and political organizations in Central Kalimantan are pushing for two locally born leaders as their candidates for the gubernatorial election next month. The organizations, which successfully thwarted the Central Government's choice of governor in January forcing Jakarta to call for another election, have chosen two candidates. They are chairman of the provincial legislature, H.D.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Nationalism
Nationalism Minister of Defense and Security Gen. Edi Sudradjat says a sense of nationalism not only reflects that one is a part of the nation, but also that one has to show loyalty to maintain the integrity and identity of the nation. In this respect, to carry out the process of modernization, three aspects of nationalism are involved: sense, concept and spirit.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bakrie & Brothers to pay all debts with funds from rights issue
Bakrie & Brothers to pay all debts with funds from rights issue JAKARTA (JP): PT Bakrie & Brothers (B&B) will sell 263 million rights shares to raise US$600 million in fresh funds to completely repay its debts of Rp 250 billion ($116.1 million) and to acquire shares of four companies within its own group.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police nab marine, two men for a series of thefts
Police nab marine, two men for a series of thefts JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta police have arrested three men on suspicion of belonging to a gang that has committed a series of thefts in and around the mayoralty in the past two months. Police sources reported yesterday that one of the men is an Indonesian marine and that he used the privileges of his uniform to assist in the crime wave.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Late delivery
Late delivery Due to technical problems with our printing machines, The Jakarta Post reached subscribers in several areas late yesterday. We apologize for the inconvenience this caused. -- Publisher
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Political openness: Where are we heading for?
Political openness: Where are we heading for? ___________________________________________________________________ Analysts generally agree that there has been more political openness in recent years. One of the criteria is the more transparent reporting in the press. Jakob Oetama, a senior journalist and a noted intellectual says in an interview with The Jakarta Post that the government deserves some credit for this.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Abilio undergoes surgery in Jakarta
Abilio undergoes surgery in Jakarta JAKARTA (JP): East Timor Governor Abilio Soares, who sustained a fractured leg in a car accident on Saturday, underwent surgery yesterday at Gatot Subroto Army hospital here. Abilio was flown to Jakarta on Sunday on orders from the general hospital in Dili, capital of East Timor.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bapindo official tried for role in Rp 1.3t scam
Bapindo official tried for role in Rp 1.3t scam JAKARTA (JP): Maman Suparman, formerly deputy manager of Bapindo's branches in Jakarta, was arraigned yesterday at the South Jakarta District Court on charges of corruption. Government prosecutors told the court that Maman helped businessman Eddy Tansil cash large credits from Bank Pembangunan Indonesia in violation of standard banking practices.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN press publications seek to standardize technology
ASEAN press publications seek to standardize technology JAKARTA (JP): News agencies and press publications in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) opened a meeting here yesterday focused on standardizing their use of technology, a move they see as vital to the exchange of news and information. The meeting, organized by Antara, the Indonesian national news agency, is part of the ASEAN Committee on Cultural and Information.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Court turned into students' protest arena
Court turned into students' protest arena JAKARTA (JP): More than 50 students turned the Central Jakarta District Court into a stage yesterday as they mocked the legal system during the trials of 21 of their colleagues being charged with defaming President Soeharto. The students called the trials a farce. "These trials should be annulled for the sake of the law," one protester said. The protesters were attending the hearing of six of the 21 students on trial.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Buddhists give free
Buddhists give free medical services Around 20 Buddhist doctors from the Armed Forces and Indonesian Civil Servants Corps gave free eye and dental treatment to Kanal subdistrict slum residents in Tegal Alur, West Jakarta, Sunday. The activity was carried out in conjunction with Waisak Day, the anniversary of the birth of Buddha, which will fall on May 25. The team also distributed 200 pairs of glasses to the elderly and donated 300 gift parcels and 20 garbage cans, Antara reported.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Richard Pedler // 10pt ML l/c
By Richard Pedler // 10pt ML l/c JAKARTA (JP): Their official mascot, Penelope the fox, could symbolize the fate of Greece in this, their first World Cup Finals appearance. With organization, wit and foresight, they should reach the second round. That would mean the deification of coach Alketas Panagoulias. Alketas has been a national hero since taking Greece to the European Championships back in 1980.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Fire causes huge losses BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The provincial government says that a fire which razed 226 shops at the Hulu Sungai Utara regency last week has caused Rp 4.5 billion (US$2 million) in damages. Most of the traders who own shops at the Amuntai shopping center did not have a chance to save their wares because the fire happened at night after they had gone home.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Inalum's perpetual problems
Inalum's perpetual problems PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Inalum), which is reportedly mired once again in severe financial problems and urgently requires fresh capital injection, is much more than simply an Indonesian-Japanese aluminum-smelting joint venture company. It is a monument to the friendship and cooperation between the two countries.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Poor macro-economic performances blamed for rises in interest
Poor macro-economic performances blamed for rises in interest rates By Hidayat Jati JAKARTA (JP): The pall rising interest rates has continued to cast over business in Indonesia has prompted some analysts to say that this only highlights the weaknesses of the economy. "Our interest rates have become vulnerable to the U.S. dollar interest rate because of our own poor performance," business analyst and bank commissioner Priasmoro Prawiroardjo told The Jakarta Post.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI expected to stabilize tin market
RI expected to stabilize tin market JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia can function as a stabilizer for the world tin market by increasing its output while production in Thailand and Malaysia is decreasing. "As the world's biggest tin exporter, Indonesia has a very important role in stabilizing the tin market through its involvement in the Association of Tin Producing Countries (ATPC)," David S. Ratcliffe, managing director of the Phuket- based Thailand Smelting and Refining Co.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
INRO meeting to pick new buffer stock manager
INRO meeting to pick new buffer stock manager KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): The International Natural Rubber Organization (INRO) opened talks here yesterday, during which a new buffer stock manager will be selected from six candidates proposed by the United States and the European Union, officials said. "The U.S. nominated two candidates, while the EU gave four names.
Tue, 17 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Govt. determined to build apartments for Tebet fire victims.
Govt. determined to build apartments for Tebet fire victims. JAKARTA (JP): The South Jakarta mayoralty will stick to its plan to build low-cost apartments for Tebet fire victims at the fire site despite the victims' strong objections.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
The Greening of the PCs: What does it mean to us?
The Greening of the PCs: What does it mean to us? By Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): Green happens to be my favorite color. Perhaps that's also the reason I like singing Tom Jones' ever popular song, Green, green grass of home. And today, while we in Jakarta seem to be voraciously making our surroundings grayer and grayer, people in other parts of the world have been finding ways and taking real actions to create more green in the places where they live, work and play. The results?
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Weekly review on Jakarta Stock Exchange
Weekly review on Jakarta Stock Exchange By Sigma Batara JAKARTA (JP): Most investors took on a cautious stance last week in anticipation of another interest rate hike by the United States Federal Reserve. While long-term foreign fund managers were visibly building up their portfolios, local investors showed more interest in speculative short-term strategy.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Thailand vows 'eye for an eye' against Malaysia in SEA Games
Thailand vows 'eye for an eye' against Malaysia in SEA Games JAKARTA, (JP): Thailand has vowed to avenge the 4-1 loss it suffered to Malaysia last Tuesday, saying it is waiting to unveil a "secret weapon" against the Malaysian team. "I'm convinced we can beat Malaysia in the next SEA Games," said team manager Vanchai Sansaniyakulvilai on Saturday. The northern Thai city of Chiang Mai, renowned for its attractive women, will host the 14th Southeast Asian Games in December 1995.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
South Korea and Malaysia
South Korea and Malaysia move to Thomas Cup semis JAKARTA (JP): Malaysia, behind the doubles pair of Tan Kim Her and Yap Kim Hock, beat Denmark 4-1 last night to douse the Danes' dream of securing a semifinal slot in the Thomas Cup badminton championships at Senayan indoor stadium. The victory put Malaysia atop Group B, with South Korea securing second place after downing Thailand 4-1.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Low-cost housing put on exhibition
Low-cost housing put on exhibition JAKARTA (JP): Around 25,000 visitors are expected to the first exhibition of low-cost houses at the Tiara Graha arena at Senayan, Central Jakarta, from Sept. 2 to Sept. 11. "The housing exposition, designed to display houses for people with low incomes, will be officially opened by State Minister of Public Housing Akbar Tandjung," Djamal Pattimahu, president of PT Citra Limapesi, the organizer of the exhibition, told reporters here on Saturday.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
AIDS info ignores women, say critics
AIDS info ignores women, say critics JAKARTA (JP): Information about the Acquired Immuno-Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) are strongly biased against women, AIDS campaigners say. This is particularly true when it comes to prostitutes, who are depicted as primary infectors.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Seminar on commodities exchange planned
Seminar on commodities exchange planned JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Commodity Exchange Executive Agency (Bapebti) and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) will hold a regional workshop on commodity exchange from May 17 to May 19 in Jakarta to discuss the risk management of commodity exchanges.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Existing rulings need reviewing to narrow tax gap
Existing rulings need reviewing to narrow tax gap JAKARTA (JP): Existing regulations must be reviewed to narrow the tax gap between the central government and regional administrations, officials say. "We must review all the regulations to balance tax revenues between the regional administrations and central government," said Warsito Rasman, the director general for the development of regional autonomy of the Ministry of Home Affairs, in a seminar at the University of Indonesia here on Saturday.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
A sense of nationalism
A sense of nationalism Although the context may not quite be the same, we cannot help but be reminded of the words of Jose Ortega y Gasset as we recall President Soeharto's recent call for Indonesians once again to strengthen their sense of nationalism as the nation stands on the threshold of its second long-term development cycle. Nations, according to the Spanish philosopher, are formed and kept alive by the fact that they have a program for tomorrow.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
ASEAN -- At A Glance
ASEAN -- At A Glance Eight killed in bus collision BANGKOK (Reuter): Eight passengers were killed when their tour bus and an oil tanker collided north of Bangkok yesterday, police said. The victims and 12 other injured passengers were taken to hospital at Saraburi 112 kilometers north of Bangkok, officials at Saraburi provincial hospital said. The bus, carrying 36 passengers, was traveling from Bangkok to Mukdahan when it was in a head-on collision with the tanker, the hospital official said.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Jim Bolger begins tour of Indonesia
Jim Bolger begins tour of Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger arrived in the central Java town of Yogyakarta yesterday to kick off his three-day visit to Indonesia. Bolger, and his delegation of about 25 people including his wife and top officials of his government, is scheduled to fly to Jakarta this morning and proceed directly to formal talks with President Soeharto.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Privatization of car testing gets mixed reaction
Privatization of car testing gets mixed reaction JAKARTA (JP): City councilors and operators of public transit vehicles voiced mixed opinions about the city administration's plan to privatize vehicle testing. The city administration has appointed two private firms -- PT Nakia and PT SAWU -- to handle vehicle tests.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV today
TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Puppet Show: Peter Pan and the Pirates 3:05 Music Program 3:30 Unsolved Mysteries 4:30 Student Quiz 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Wayang Appreciation 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: East Nusa Tenggara 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Religious Teachings: Buddhism 7:00 Evening News 7:30 TV Drama 8:05 TV Series: Golden Years 9:00 World News 9:25 Badminton Journal: Thomas Cup & Uber Cup 10:55 Music Program 11:00 Late News 11:10 Film: Day One Part One Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Discontent can be destructive, Soeharto warns
Discontent can be destructive, Soeharto warns JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto warns that some members of society who are discontent with the rate of development may become nihilistic in venting their frustration. "There are those who are impatient and would resort to actions that disrupt national stability. They might even be willing to destroy all that we have built. We have to stay alert," Soeharto said on Saturday in Jambi where he inaugurated a new highway.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Pudjiadi to build apartments in Bali
Pudjiadi to build apartments in Bali JAKARTA (JP): PT Pudjiadi Prestige Ltd. will construct a 180- unit apartment building in the tourist town of Kuta in Bali with an investment of Rp 50 billion (US$23.25 million). Kosmian Pudjiadi, the company's executive director, announced here on Saturday that the apartments will be built at the complex of the firm's Kuta Palace Hotel, which has been operating since 1984. He said the apartments will be constructed in two phases.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bapindo prosecution hobbled
Bapindo prosecution hobbled JAKARTA (JP): Lawyers defending businessman Eddy Tansil in the Bapindo scandal laid into prosecutors on Saturday, pointing out holes in the government's case which they say render the dossier defective. Gani Djemat, the senior lawyer in Tansil's defense team, attacked prosecution on four separate points: First, he said the prosecution's case was too vague.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia survives scares to outpoint China 5-0 in Thomas Cup
Indonesia survives scares to outpoint China 5-0 in Thomas Cup JAKARTA (JP): In what could well prove to be a rehearsal for the final on May 21, the Indonesian favorites comfortably overcame China 5-0 in their last round-robin match in the Thomas Cup at Senayan indoor stadium on Saturday night. With the win, Indonesia emerged as Group A champion and will meet Group B runner-up in the cross-over semifinals scheduled for May 17-18.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Consumer group adopts more aggressive plan
Consumer group adopts more aggressive plan JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Consumer Foundation (YLKI), which celebrated its 21st anniversary this month, is planning to adopt a new, less conventional approach in pushing for greater consumer protection. The foundation needs new strategies to strengthen its function as an organization which supports consumers, its executive director Zumrotin K.S. said on Saturday. "We can't depend on our conventional ways anymore.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 16
Where to go in Jakarta, May 16 Music * The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
PM Keating set for two visits to Jakarta
PM Keating set for two visits to Jakarta CANBERRA (AFP): Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating is expected to make his third visit to Indonesia in 18 months in June, in a bid to further boost ties with Jakarta, officials said yesterday. The prime minister is due to attend a major trade fair and to hold talks with Indonesia's President Soeharto, during the two- day trip, they said.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Business news in briefs
Business news in briefs NZ business mission here JAKARTA (JP): Representatives from 25 New Zealand engineering companies are currently in Jakarta to forge closer business ties with Indonesian companies in the field. The engineering companies cover a wide range of sectors. Chris Burrows from the Bank of New Zealand said one of the major obstacles to acquiring projects in Indonesia is that local clients prefer long-term funding packages, which many New Zealand companies do not have.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Governor injured in car crash DILI, East Timor: Governor Abilio Jose Osorio Soares suffered leg injuries when the car which he was driving was hit by a van on Saturday night. Although Abilio was flown yesterday to Jakarta for further treatment, doctors at Dili general hospital emphasized that the injury was not "very serious." "He is an official, so he needs intensive care.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
All set for second Bapindo courtroom battle
All set for second Bapindo courtroom battle By Imanuddin JAKARTA (JP): The stage is set for the trial of the second suspect in the Rp 1.3 trillion (US$620 million) loan scandal at the government-owned Bank Pembangunan Indonesia (Bapindo). Maman Suparman, formerly deputy manager of Bapindo's Jakarta branch, is scheduled to appear at the South Jakarta District Court today for arraignment, also on corruption charges.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Caning case sparks S'pore book, play
Caning case sparks S'pore book, play SINGAPORE (Agencies): American teenager Michael Fay's controversial caning -- expected to be the subject of books and possibly made-for-television movies in the United States -- is featured in a book and a play now in the works here, Singapore's Sunday Times reported. It said Straits Times journalist Asad Latif, who wrote several commentaries on the case, is writing the yet untitled book of 100 to 120 pages. He is now negotiating with a publisher.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Focus on Jakarta
Focus on Jakarta Impounded buses replaced Two state-owned public transportation companies, PPD and DAMRI, began operating 50 tourist buses over the weekend to replace those impounded because their drivers failed to close the doors while they were in motion. "PPD operates 15 buses, 10 of which are air conditioned, while DAMRI operates 35, five of which are also air conditioned," Hamim Busro, PPD's public relations officer, told The Jakarta Post.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Haj controversy incited by third party: Minister
Haj controversy incited by third party: Minister JAKARTA (JP): The controversy surrounding the haj pilgrimage, which at one time threatened to became a diplomatic row between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, was started by irresponsible people bent on disrupting the entire operation. Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher disclosed on Saturday that the confusion about the pilgrimage was sown by certain people to create disturbances. Tarmizi declined to go into specifics.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Operation Cleansing will rate liquor factories
Operation Cleansing will rate liquor factories JAKARTA (JP): The ongoing military-sponsored Operation Cleansing anti-crime drive, which has been confiscating liquor from dealers and retailers, will begin raiding liquor producers. Brig. Gen. Wiranto, chief of staff of the City Military Command, told the press on Saturday that his office had discussed the move with related agencies. The concerned institutions include the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Trade.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Councilor warns hospitals about waste plant deadline
Councilor warns hospitals about waste plant deadline JAKARTA (JP): A city councilor is warning city hospitals of the punitive actions ahead if they fail to meet the October deadline set by the municipal administration to build waste water treatment plants. "Because the government has already extended the deadline for a year there will be no excuse for them not to install the plants," Councilor Muhamad Rodja of the United Development Party (PPP) faction said on Saturday.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Your Letters
Your Letters The destiny of Tanah Lot I tried not to believe in what I was reading in this paper Tanah Lot project wins approval from government (The Jakarta Post, May 4, 1994).
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Five Danish shuttlers suffering diarrhea
Five Danish shuttlers suffering diarrhea JAKARTA (JP): Diarrhea took its toll as Denmark suffered a surprising 2-3 loss to South Korea in the Thomas Cup men's team badminton championships on Friday. The stomach virus hit five team members, world beater singles stars Thomas Stuer-Lauridsen and Poul-Erik Hoyer-Larsen and doubles specialists Thomas Henrik Svarre, Michael Sogaard and Jim Laugesen.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Infrastructure developed on Bintan island
Infrastructure developed on Bintan island JAKARTA (JP): The infrastructure constructed on Bintan Island, which is part of the triangle of growth linking Singapore, the Malaysian state of Johor and the Indonesian province of Riau, is now ready to support the development of tourist and industrial facilities. "Development of infrastructure on the island for tourist and industrial facilities is excellent.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Fire victims asked not to rebuild home
Fire victims asked not to rebuild home JAKARTA (JP): District authorities announced Saturday that attempts to persuade West Tebet fire victims not to rebuild at the fire site were paying off. "So far, the situation is under control. They are willing to listen to what we say and wait," Santoso RA, chief of Tebet District, told The Jakarta Post. On Saturday, the district chief, in the company of dozens of police officers, inspected the area destroyed by a three-hour fire on Wednesday morning.
Mon, 16 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
The right of assembly
The right of assembly The question of licenses needed for various purposes has once again come to the fore. Among the reasons is the fact that Police Brig. Gen. (ret.) Mrs. Roekmini Koesoemo was recently denied the opportunity to speak at a meeting in Surabaya because of the lack of a permit. And most recently a get-together planned for W.S. Rendra at Emha Ainun Najib's house in Yogyakarta was canceled because no permit had been obtained.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
State universities open doors to small enterprises
State universities open doors to small enterprises JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's leading state universities have agreed to open their doors to small enterprises, offering a range of assistance from management training to consultation. The new deal is yet another major breakthrough by Minister of Education and Culture Wardiman Djojonegoro in his campaign to promote the "link and match" concept between education and the working world.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Real estate may grow by 9.4%
Real estate may grow by 9.4% JAKARTA (JP): The growth of the real estate market will likely increase to 9.4 percent this year from eight percent last year, in spite of possible increases in banking lending rates, a business leader says. "The growth will even go higher if the economic expansion can reach the government's target of 6.2 percent this year," Ciputra, chairman of the property business giant, Pembangunan Jaya Group, said here yesterday.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tebet fire victims may get apartment
Tebet fire victims may get apartment JP/3/Fire Tebet fire victims may get apartment JAKARTA (JP): A city councilor is throwing his weight behind the plan for the municipal administration to build low-cost apartment buildings for the Tebet fire victims at the fire site. Informed sources at the governor's office said the municipal administration planned to build apartment buildings in the location, which is now still earmarked as a greenbelt area.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Garuda, Bouraq sign agreement on aircraft maintenance
Garuda, Bouraq sign agreement on aircraft maintenance JAKARTA (JP): The national air carrier Garuda Indonesia and Bouraq airlines signed an agreement here yesterday to maintain the private commercial airline's fleet at the Garuda Maintenance Facility (GMF).
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Jakarta to have a new vehicle test center
Jakarta to have a new vehicle test center JP/3/KIR/0 New vehicle test center coming soon JAKARTA (JP): With the opening of a new vehicle testing center in South Jakarta later this year, owners of public transit vehicles from South or Central Jakarta will no longer have to travel to East Jakarta to have their vehicles tested. At present, vehicle tests are performed manually only at the government-owned testing centers in Ujung Menteng and Pulogadung, East Jakarta.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
D: Inset 14 pt ML caps, the rest 8pt Univ.55, credit 6 pt
D: Inset 14 pt ML caps, the rest 8pt Univ.55, credit 6 pt JP/arh ALL FOR LABOR: Wiwoho, chairman of the Bina Pembangunan foundation (second from left) addresses a discussion on the formation of the Labor Communication Forum at the Pulau Dua restaurant in Senayan, Central Jakarta.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Your Letters
Your Letters Pavements for pedestrians I have been visiting Indonesia since 1976, and for the most part, have ridden in chauffeur-driven cars. Very comfortable. However, recently, and now, while I am awaiting the delivery of a car, I am a pedestrian. When are the town planners of Jakarta and other towns and cities going to wake up to the fact that this wonderful country is full of pedestrians? They get a rotten deal.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Harmoko beefs up his ministry
Harmoko beefs up his ministry JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Information Harmoko said yesterday he is beefing up the personnel of his office to better handle the rapid flow of information from overseas and domestic demand for better information. "We need quality people who can contribute to the effort to face those challenges," Harmoko said yesterday when he inducted 25 officials of first, second and third echelons at his office.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/BERSIH
JP/3/BERSIH `Operasi Bersih' calls for betterment By Johannes Simbolon JAKARTA (JP): What has Operasi Bersih (Operation Cleansing), the ongoing army-sponsored, anti-crime operation in the greater Jakarta area, accomplished in its first month? As of last Friday, over 1,000 people had been apprehended. This group was mostly comprised of drunkards, alcohol and drug traders, and those who were illegally in the possession of sharp weapons and firearms.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia, Suriname agree to forge economic cooperation
Indonesia, Suriname agree to forge economic cooperation JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia and Suriname agreed yesterday to establish economic cooperation to strengthen their bilateral ties and add weight to South-South relations. President Soeharto and his visiting Surinamese counterpart Runaldo Ronald Venetiaan planned to step up cooperation in the fields of family planning, telecommunication, agriculture, transport and energy.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
AFC delegates reject Japan candidate
AFC delegates reject Japan candidate KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Delegates at the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) dealt a humiliating blow to Japan's high- profile 2002 World Cup bid yesterday, when they rejected the country's top official Tadao Murata in two high-profile elections. Murata, secretary general of Japan's 2002 bidding committee, polled only two out of 32 votes in the bitter battle for FIFA's vice-presidency which was won by his arch-rival South Korean Chung Moon-Jung with 11 votes.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Putting order to the chaos
Putting order to the chaos Although many of the plans now apparently in the making are still unclear at this stage, the repeatedly stated intent of Jakarta's city administration to put the public transportation system in order should help at least to keep hopes of having better transit operations in the near future alive.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
New media carry government's message of political openness
New media carry government's message of political openness Two newcomers to the print media have won reputations for daring reporting, registering phenomenal growth in the process. The one-year-old weekly tabloid Detik boasts a circulation of 450,000 and the three-year-old bi-weekly magazine Forum Keadilan more than 100,000. Noted communications expert Jakob Oetama, the general manager of Kompas daily, examines this phenomenon in an interview with The Jakarta Post.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Green activists protest at Dutch embassy
Green activists protest at Dutch embassy JAKARTA (JP): Some 70 environmental activists staged a peaceful demonstration outside the Dutch embassy here yesterday demanding that the Netherlands take responsibility for containers filled with toxic waste that originated in Rotterdam. The group complained that a four-person team sent by The Hague to inspect the containers is restricted to only four containers while there are now believed to be dozens piling up at Tanjung Priok port.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Imported onions hurting farmers BREBES, Central Java: Onion growers in Brebes say their income has been drastically slashed during this year's harvest season because of pressure from foreign competition. The farmers said that a local distributor had brought in imported onions from the Philippines and Thailand with the intention of lowering local prices.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Spelunking offers a different kind of adventure
Spelunking offers a different kind of adventure Text and photos by Yoko N. Sari SUKABUMI, W. Java (JP): The air was damp inside the cave. Hundreds of bats fluttered about, creating a sound like that of a jet airliner. Aside from the bats, there were only fish, stones and water inside and it made you feel you were on another planet, one that belonged to animals and nature.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Narcotics syndicates
Narcotics syndicates and heavy punishment An international narcotics transaction involving Columbia's Meddelin Cartel was discovered on Batam island recently. This just goes to show that Indonesia is now one of the strategic sites worldwide to do the drug business. It also means that Batam needs more sophisticated detection equipment and officers of the highest moral standards to keep the drug traffickers at bay.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Moslem Bosnian volunteers to establish organization
Moslem Bosnian volunteers to establish organization JAKARTA (JP): Some 3,000 Moslem youths have decided to establish an organization of volunteers ready for deployment to "holy wars" in various troubled Islamic states after their first attempt to go to Bosnia failed to win government backing.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Japan's trade head denies report on aid to Indonesian venture
Japan's trade head denies report on aid to Indonesian venture TOKYO (Kyodo): Japan's trade minister Eijiro Hata denied yesterday a newspaper report that the Indonesian government has asked the trade ministry to salvage an ailing aluminum-smelting joint venture between Japan and Indonesia.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
The pedicab driver Amat has nothing to dream of
The pedicab driver Amat has nothing to dream of We are such stuff/ As dreams are made on, and our little life/ Is rounded with a sleep. (from The Tempest) By Lela E. Madjiah JAKARTA (JP): One ceases to live when one stops dreaming because to dream is to hope. It's hard therefore to accept that at such a young age Amat, a pedicab driver, has nothing to dream of. "How old do you think I am? You can't guess? How about 30?" he asked me when I questioned him about his age.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia will win Thomas Cup: Finns, Swedes
Indonesia will win Thomas Cup: Finns, Swedes JAKARTA (JP): "Nobody can beat mighty Indonesia" was the general consensus at yesterday's pre-match Thomas Cup interview. This view was offered by both Sweden and Finland since Indonesia and China were not represented at the daily pre-match interview.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Panel breaks off
Panel breaks off 'tense' debate BANGKOK (AFP): A Thai parliamentary panel has broken off debate on a proposed anti-coup constitutional amendment because of rising tension between government MPs and pro-military senators, a committee member said yesterday. The House Senate committee set up to scrutinize a series of draft amendments decided to drop discussion for the time being after heated debate on Thursday, MP Preecha Suwannathat told AFP.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Indonesia closer to winning Security Council seat
Indonesia closer to winning Security Council seat JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia is virtually ensured of a seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 1995/96 period after winning the endorsement of the so-called Asian Group at the UN. "Now we are one step closer to becoming a member of the Security Council representing Asia," Nugroho Wisnumurti, the Indonesian ambassador to the UN, told the Antara news agency in New York on Thursday.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
LIPI gets World Bank grant for biodiversity program
LIPI gets World Bank grant for biodiversity program JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) will be receiving Rp 14.4 billion ($6.8 million) in grants from the World Bank to fund its biodiversity program. LIPI deputy chairman Aprilani Soegiarto told reporters yesterday that the five-year block grant would be used to develop the institute's Biological Research and Development Center in handling a biodiversity data base.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
All Indonesian pilgrims assured of entry: Tarmizi
All Indonesian pilgrims assured of entry: Tarmizi JAKARTA (JP): All Indonesians who are planning to go on the haj pilgrimage to Mecca will be accommodated by the Saudi government although their number exceeded the quota allocated for Indonesia. Minister of Religious Affairs Tarmizi Taher managed to squeeze in 200 more pilgrims at the last minute to bring the total of Indonesian pilgrims to 164,200, or 4,200 over their quota.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Where to go in Jakarta, May 14
Where to go in Jakarta, May 14 Jangan hapus: Dai-ichi Hotel Music o The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambassador Lounge: Amir (pianist) Monday to Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.; Boece (pianist) & Rima Monday to Thursday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Friday & Saturday 7 p.m. to 00:30 a.m.; Jakarta String Fantasy Trio (chamber music) Sunday 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Yusuf (pianist), Sunday 7 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police make biggest drug bust ever
Police make biggest drug bust ever JAKARTA (JP): Police have arrested a Malaysian, a Thai and an Indonesian in the largest drug bust ever made in this country, seizing 29 kilograms of high-grade heroin with an estimated street-value of Rp 58 billion ($26.97 million). The three were arrested at Hotel Indonesia on Jl. MH Thamrin in Central Jakarta at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Speaking to reporter, the chief of the National Police Crime Investigation Unit, Brig. Gen.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Susi Susanti leads Indonesia
Susi Susanti leads Indonesia Uber Cuppers into semifinals JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia, with a dazzling Susi Susanti leading the charge, scored a 5-0 triumph over Sweden to advance to the semi-finals of the Uber Cup world women's team badminton championships at Senayan indoor stadium last night.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Dahana, Oiltech cooperate
Dahana, Oiltech cooperate JAKARTA (JP): PT Dahana, a state-owned company under the supervision of the Agency for Management of Strategic Industry, will cooperate with PT Bina Reksa Perdana-Oiltech, a joint venture between the Humpuss Group and Oiltech Services Pte. Ltd of the United States, in exploratory drilling using Oiltech's shape charge technique. Shape charge is an explosive material commonly used in either oil drilling or for military purposes.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today, Saturday, May 14, 1994
TV Today, Saturday, May 14, 1994 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Sports 3:30 TV Series: The Cave of Golden Rose 4:30 Traditional Dances: Aceh 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Science Film: Anything for a Laugh 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: Bali 6:15 Village program 6:30 Pop Music 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Lemhanas 8:05 TV Series: Midnight Caller 9:00 World News 9:30 Music Program 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Military to stay out of labor disputes, official says
Military to stay out of labor disputes, official says JAKARTA (JP): A government spokesman gave assurances yesterday that the Armed Forces (ABRI) will never intervene in labor disputes, which remain the domain of the Ministry of Manpower. Fachri Taharuddin, the chief spokesman of the Ministry of Manpower, said ABRI will only be brought in if a dispute gets out of control and is a threat to national stability.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
REI - 48 pts Metro Medium l/c 3 cols 3 lines
REI - 48 pts Metro Medium l/c 3 cols 3 lines Real estate market may grow by 9.4% this year: Ciputra INI PENGGANTI HEADING SEBELUMNYA. THANKS
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Seminar to discuss tropical forests in 21st century
Seminar to discuss tropical forests in 21st century JAKARTA (JP): A one-day seminar on "the face of Indonesia's tropical forests in the 21st century" will be held on June 2 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of PT International Timber Corporation Indonesia (ITCI). Yesterday, an ITCI commissioner, Mohammad (Bob) Hasan announced that the seminar will discuss the role of forest resources and forest-based industries in Indonesia's second long- term development plan.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/Focus < set 12pts U75 1 col 2 lines
JP/3/Focus < set 12pts U75 1 col 2 lines Tourism services need improvement A city councilor from Commission A on tourism is urging the City Tourism Office to make Jakarta more appealing as a vacation spot for travelers the world over. "Jakarta should improve its tourism infrastructure and double its efforts in selling its attractions to win an image as a comfortable and attractive vacation spot," said Sutarno, the chairman of the commission.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Persib 'to study' soccer in Italy
Persib 'to study' soccer in Italy JAKARTA (JP): Persib Bandung, the winners of the intercity amateur soccer championship, will follow in the footsteps of the semi-professional team Liga Selection to receive soccer lessons from the Italian giants. The West Javanese squad is scheduled to tackle AC Milan on June 5 at Senayan stadium.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX)
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) continued their upward trend yesterday. The broad-based Composite Index, which rose 2.48 points to 465.52 on Wednesday, gained another 1.87 points yesterday to close at 467.39. The market was closed on Thursday. Meanwhile, the narrower-based GTDBS-50 Index strengthened to close at 109.17 from 108.55. Yesterday's top gainers included Unggul Indah Corp. (+Rp 375), Smart Corp. (+Rp 275), Matahari Putra Prima (+Rp 250), Astra Int'l Inc.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RP sends plane to
RP sends plane to Yemen for Filipinos MANILA (Reuter): A Philippine Air Force C-130 plane left Manila for Saudi Arabia yesterday to pick up hundreds of Filipino workers stranded in war-ravaged neighboring Yemen, officials said. About 1,400 Filipinos are working in hotels, government hospitals and multinational companies in Yemen. Some 1,000 of them have asked to be evacuated.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Foreign paper industry accused of dumping
Foreign paper industry accused of dumping JAKARTA (JP): Six local paper manufacturing industries have gone bankrupt due to dumping by foreign companies, Chairman of the Indonesia Forestry Community Mohammad (Bob) Hasan says. "I have strong evidence indicating that foreign companies have been dumping their paper on our market. The price of pulp in Indonesia is already US$610 per metric ton but they sell their paper for $600," he told reporters here yesterday.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Is the number of crimes in Jakarta increasing?
Is the number of crimes in Jakarta increasing? By Johannes Sutoyo JAKARTA (JP): It may be not be true that crime is on the rise lately. While it is true that there are more and more crime reports in the media, it does not necessarily mean that there is an increase in the crime rate. The regular reporting of crimes has--on the one hand--a positive impact on crime prevention. The community becomes more cautious, and potential criminals have to think twice before committing a crime.
Sat, 14 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/HEROIN
JP/3/HEROIN Police arrest three men for possession of 29 kilograms of heroin JAKARTA (JP): Police have arrested a Bekasi resident, a Malaysian and a Thai for possession of 29 kilograms of high-grade heroin with an estimated street-value of Rp 58 billion (US$26.97 million). The three were arrested at Hotel Indonesia on Jl. MH Thamrin in Central Jakarta at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters at a press meeting here yesterday, the chief of the National Police Crime Investigation Unit, Brig.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Military set to promote political dialog, chief says
Military set to promote political dialog, chief says JAKARTA (JP): The military has taken on the task of promoting greater dialog in the coming years because it is essential to the political decision-making process in modern Indonesia, Armed Forces (ABRI) Chief Gen. Feisal Tanjung says. In order for dialog to occur, there must be room for differences of opinion, and so this too must be encouraged, Feisal told a seminar on nationalism here on Wednesday.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RP, S'pore begin
RP, S'pore begin military exercises SINGAPORE (AFP): The armed forces of the Philippines and Singapore yesterday began their first bilateral training exercise here under an agreement signed last week. A ministry of defense statement said that the week-long exercise, code-named "Anoa-Singa 2/94," followed an agreement signed on May 5 to provide for regular military exercises between the armed forces of the two countries.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Residents asked to postpone house demolition
Residents asked to postpone house demolition JP/3/DEMOLISH Residents asked to postpone house demolition JAKARTA (JP): East Cengkareng residents in West Jakarta want the city administration to postpone a plan to demolish their houses. The plan will affect 200 people in 33 families living along the Cisadane river. The demolition plan is part of the city administration's clean river program which includes the elimination of illegal homes along river banks.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
photo A: 10 pts ML, 2cols, credit 6 pt
photo A: 10 pts ML, 2cols, credit 6 pt Pioneer Artists Kenny Rogers, a multi-talented country musician from Texas, USA, will stage a one night performance here on Tuesday evening at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center. photo B: 10 pts ML, 3cola, credit 6 pt Reuter Members of the rock group The Rolling Stones (left to right), Keith Richards, Ron Wood, Charlie Watts and Mick Jagger, sail into a press conference to announce their world tour, which kicks off on Aug. 1.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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A JP/Hartama A 10-member team of graduates of Tarumanagara University's School of Architecture painstakingly document the Candra Naya building on Jl. Gajah Mada, Central Jakarta. As plans to demolish the building continue, they are making a last-minute effort to record the elements of the Chinese-style building for future generations. B JP/kod An exhibit of hand-knotted carpets is on at the Shangri-La hotel in Central Jakarta until Sunday. The carpet in the foreground is priced at US$ 63,447.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Buddhists seek separate administrative body
Buddhists seek separate administrative body JAKARTA (JP): Buddhist leaders are appealing to President Soeharto to create a separate administrative body to tend to the needs and affairs of their religious community. The Indonesian Buddhist Council (Walubi) said ideally there should be a separate directorate general in the Ministry of Religious Affairs that looks after the needs of Buddhists.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
City administration pledges to improve transportation service
City administration pledges to improve transportation service JP/3/RAIS City administration pledges to improve transportation service JAKARTA (JP): The municipal administration has announced plans to improve city transportation by use of bold measures. "The planned measures include the changing of the interior design of buses, aimed at accommodating more passengers," Deputy Governor for Economy and Development Tb. M. Rais told reporters Wednesday.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RP to evacuate
RP to evacuate workers from Yemen MANILA (Reuter): The Philippines is sending a C-130 air force plane to Yemen to evacuate about 1,000 Filipino workers stranded in the strife-torn country, the foreign office said yesterday. It said the aircraft would leave Manila as soon as landing and overflight permits had been secured from Yemeni authorities. There are about 1,400 Filipinos in Yemen, working mostly in hotels, government hospitals and for multinational companies.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today: Friday, May 13
TV Today: Friday, May 13 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m Cartoon: I'm Telling 3:05 Langka & Unik 3:30 Science Film 4:00 Student Quiz 4:30 TV Series: Ibn Taimiyah 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Maangement program 6:05 Nusantara the beloved country: East Java 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Handicraft 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Dinamika 8:05 Music Program 9:00 World News 9:30 Quiz 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: The FInal Contract part 2 Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Richard Pedler
By Richard Pedler JAKARTA (JP): Cameroon jointly holds the African record with this, their third World Cup appearance in 12 years. After their surprising success at Italia '90, defeating Argentina, Colombia and Rumania on their way to the quarter-finals, no team will underestimate their ability, especially considering that squad was severely depleted by injuries, and led by a coach (Russian NMepomniachi) who could speak neither French nor English.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Is Yayuk ready to make her move?
Is Yayuk ready to make her move? By Bruce Emond > //10pt ML JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's Yayuk Basuki has the tennis world at her fingertips. The only question remaining is how much she really wants the glory. Few tennis players are blessed with her talent. Yayuk's artistry is a rare blend of power and finesse, a class above the pigtailed teen phenoms of women's tennis who stand glued to the baseline and pound away until their opponents fall under the barrage.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
APKI blames high paper prices on interest and maintenance
APKI blames high paper prices on interest and maintenance JAKARTA (JP): Suresh Kilam of the Indonesian Pulp and Paper Association (APKI) said the higher prices for local paper compared to imports were caused by the high interest rates and maintenance costs faced by plants. Suresh told reporters on Wednesday that plants' reliance on spare parts from the United States made their maintenance costs very high.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Oasis Square project to be started next month
Oasis Square project to be started next month JP/3/OASIS/0 Oasis Square project to be started next month JAKARTA (JP): A real estate developer will start the construction of the Oasis Square project, an integrated complex of apartments, offices and a hotel in Senen area, Central Jakarta, in July.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
INI YANG DIPAKAI
INI YANG DIPAKAI Military intervention We were surprised by the statement of the Armed Forces Chief of Staff for Social and Political Affairs, Lt. Gen. R. Hartono, before a labor seminar on Tuesday that the military would again take part in coordinating the resolution of labor problems. The new policy came about just three months after the government revoked in January a ministerial decree allowing the Armed Forces to break up strikes.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Little Levina is not raped, police say
Little Levina is not raped, police say JP/3/LEVINA Little Levina was not raped, police say JAKARTA (JP): Although the six-year-old Levina Dwisy, whose body was found at Ancol, North Jakarta, in late March was not raped by her attacker she was sexually molested, according to a police officer.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI embassy in Yemen prepares contingency plans
RI embassy in Yemen prepares contingency plans JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian embassy in the besieged Yemeni capital of Sanaa is currently preparing to evacuate its staff and their dependents out of the country in anticipation of a worsening of the raging civil there. "If the situation persists we will, as a first step, evacuate the women and children," said Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas here yesterday.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JP/3/Fire
JP/3/Fire Fire makes 1,000 homeless and razes shopping center JAKARTA (JP): More than 1,000 people lost their houses in a fire at the slum area in West Tebet Wednesday morning. On Tuesday evening over 100 shopowners lost their business sites when a fire gutted the Aldiron Plaza in the Blok M business center. No casualties were reported at either fire, both located in South Jakarta.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Ascension Day commemoration turns into tragedy in Bandung
Ascension Day commemoration turns into tragedy in Bandung BANDUNG, West Java (JP): The commemoration of the Ascension Day of Jesus Christ became a tragedy yesterday when two churches grouped under the Batak Toba Protestant Church (HKBP) were turned into battlegrounds by rival congregations. Twenty people were taken to hospitals in two separate yet almost simultaneous clashes at HKBP's East Bandung and Central Bandung churches.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX)
JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) gained on Wednesday ground due to profit taking before a national holiday yesterday. JSX was closed yesterday in observance of the Ascension Day of Jesus Christ. The broad-based Composite Index strengthened to close at 465.52 Wednesday from 463.04 on Tuesday. The narrow-based GTDBS-50 Index rose slightly to 108.55 from 108.27.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Legislators condemn military's plan to meddle in labor disputes
Legislators condemn military's plan to meddle in labor disputes JAKARTA (JP): Legislators and a labor activist criticized the military's plan to meddle in labor conflicts, warning that the policy will only worsen the already mounting problem. In separate interviews with The Jakarta Post yesterday, they said the military's intervention is both unnecessary and "worrying" on the heels of the increasing number of labor disputes sweeping across Indonesia's industrial centers.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Thursday's results
Thursday's results Thomas Cup: Indonesia vs Sweden 5-0 (Indonesia first): Joko Suprianto bt Jens Olsson 15-7, 15-4; Bambang Suprianto/Gunawan bt Jan-Erik Antonsson/Mikael Rosen 15-10, 15-4; Ardy Wiranata bt Thomas Johansson 15-9, 15-9; Hermawan Susanto bt Henrik Bengtsson 15-4, 13-15, 15-2.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Another easy win for
Another easy win for Indonesian Thomas Cuppers JAKARTA (JP): Favorite Indonesia strolled into the semifinals of the Thomas Cup badminton championships with a clinical 5-0 demolition of the gritty but overmatched Swedes at Senayan indoor stadium last night. China also advanced to the semifinals both in the Thomas and Uber Cups following its convincing 5-0 victories over Finland in the men's and Japan in the women's team competitions.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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JP/3/Focus < set 12pts U75 1 col 2 lines Reggae band to perform A reggae and pop band from Birmingham, England, UB40, will stage two live performances here on Friday and Saturday evening. The concerts will take place at the Jakarta Hilton Convention Center (JHCC) on Jl. Gatot Subroto, Central Jakarta. The eight-person band, whose visit here is arranged by Buena Productions, will perform such as Here I Am, Higher Ground and C'est La Vie. (anr) ;JP;JSK; ANPAj..u..
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Suriname president's visit off to rocky start
Suriname president's visit off to rocky start JAKARTA (JP): The visit by Suriname President R.R. Venetiaan, which is touted as a way of replenishing traditional ties, got off to an embarrassing start for his hosts on Wednesday. Venetiaan and his entourage of 33 were stranded in Singapore for more than two hours because the Garuda Indonesia plane, which was flying him from Amsterdam to Jakarta, was beset by technical difficulties.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Earthquakes rock Padang PADANG, West Sumatra: Two powerful earthquakes shook this town facing the Indian Ocean on Wednesday and Thursday, but there were no reports of casualties. The first one, measuring 6.2 on the Richter scale, occurred on Wednesday afternoon, and was powerful enough to startle residents, the Antara news agency reported. The second tremor, measuring six on the same scale, struck before dawn on Thursday.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Bolger plans Indonesian visit amid name calling
Bolger plans Indonesian visit amid name calling JAKARTA (JP): New Zealand Prime Minister Jim Bolger is scheduled to arrive here Monday for a two-day visit in the face of Jakarta's growing annoyance at comments about East Timor by officials in Wellington. The cordial state of relations between the two countries began to show ripples of discontent a fortnight ago, with a harsh petition by New Zealand members of parliament on Jakarta's policy in East Timor.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Manila moves to defuse rift with RI
Manila moves to defuse rift with RI JAKARTA (JP): President Fidel Ramos is sending a special envoy to Indonesia to defuse a diplomatic rift caused by Manila's plan to host a conference on East Timor later this month. Minister of Foreign Affairs Ali Alatas announced yesterday that a special envoy from the Philippines' president will arrive on Monday to discuss the matter to him. The controversial conference is to take place at the state-run Philippines University from May 31 to June 2.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
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JP/3/Caption/0 Photo : Traffic 14 pts Metrolight cap. 4 cols. Universe 8 pts 55 I/c CONGESTION: The toll road, supposed to speed up the flow of traffic, obviously is not always successful. This traffic jam, snaking for kilometers, occurred on the toll road linking Tanjung Priok and Cawang Wednesday afternoon following a truck breakdown near Cawang. JP/bsr 6 pts. Universe Italics 55 I/c
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Country music star Kenny Rogers performs in Jakarta
Country music star Kenny Rogers performs in Jakarta By Gus Kairupan [10pt ML] JAKARTA (JP): The Gambler was a mini series that had television audiences here glued to their sets a couple of months ago. Small wonder. It was one of the lamentably few shows that deserved the description of "excellent" on all points: design, camera, action, acting, costumes, make-up. In short,it was well done within the entire gamut of aspects involved in making a movie.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Truism, platitudes at Thomas, Uber Cups pre-match talks
Truism, platitudes at Thomas, Uber Cups pre-match talks JAKARTA (JP): The Thomas Cup and Uber Cup pre-match interviews are times when everybody says "We'll do our best." The hour-long interviews are held daily at 11 a.m. at the Jakarta Hilton International hotel, where all the teams are staying. Each interview brings together the team managers of the groups that will play the following day and each will also "do their best" not to reveal his team's strategy.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Oil prices likely to average at $16 a barrel
Oil prices likely to average at $16 a barrel JAKARTA (JP): Spurred by production declines and improved demand, crude oil prices during this fiscal year are expected to average at no less than US$16 a barrel, the level used by the government to calculate its 1994-1995 budget. "We expect that our state budget will be secured, considering that oil prices, which have been increasing on the world market in the last few weeks, can be expected to remain high," Minister of Mines and Energy I.B.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Malaysia labors to beat S. Korea 3-2 in Thomas Cup
Malaysia labors to beat S. Korea 3-2 in Thomas Cup JAKARTA (JP): The second string doubles pair of Tan Kim Her and Yap Kim Hock played a pivotal role in Thomas Cup holder Malaysia's 3-2 win over South Korea in their Group B match at Senayan indoor stadium on Wednesday. While Malaysia faced stiff opposition before carving out that win, Denmark strolled to an emphatic 5-0 victory over Thailand in Wednesday's other Thomas Cup tie.
Fri, 13 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Police hope Taiwanese murder suspect will arrive soon
Police hope Taiwanese murder suspect will arrive soon JP/3/IVONE Police hope Taiwanese murder suspect will arrive soon JAKARTA (JP): The North Jakarta police are awaiting the return of a Taiwanese man believed to have bludgeoned his girlfriend to death here in Jakarta. "We have been informed that the suspect is scheduled to arrive here from Taiwan in the near future," deputy to head of the Crime Investigation Unit at the North Jakarta police precinct, First Lt. R.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Tin producers meet
Tin producers meet KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): The world's leading tin producers begin meeting here today against a backdrop of concern over persistently high excess stocks largely blamed for the weak prices of the metal, officials said. Industry experts said the surplus, estimated at 38,700 tons at the end of March, was slowing down the recovery of tin, which had long been in the doldrums due to oversupply.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Govt's plan to appoint top-grade school opposed
Govt's plan to appoint top-grade school opposed JAKARTA (JP): More concerns arose yesterday that the plan to assign six schools for top students in the Jakarta area will fail to address the educational system's real problems and lead to schools the become playgrounds for the children of the rich and powerful.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
14 pts Metrolight cap. 4 cols. Universe 8 pts 55 I/c
14 pts Metrolight cap. 4 cols. Universe 8 pts 55 I/c JP/bsr KARAWACI CONGESTION: Hundreds of vehicles are locked in a massive traffic jam at an intersection near the Karawaci gate for the Jakarta-Merak toll road in Tangerang, west of here. Yesterday, drivers were blaming the excessively heavy traffic congestion on the absence of traffic policemen, the lack of discipline of the other motorists and the poor planning of roads in the rapidly growing residential area.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Sharing is the essence of nationalism, Moerdiono says
Sharing is the essence of nationalism, Moerdiono says JAKARTA (JP): Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono says that sharing is the essence of nationalism and warns that the disparity between the rich and the poor in Indonesia could threaten the unity of the nation. "In my opinion, the essence of nationalism is the strong desire to share," Moerdiono told a seminar on nationalism yesterday.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Military to step up ongoing Jakarta anti-crime drive
Military to step up ongoing Jakarta anti-crime drive JAKARTA (JP): Anticipating the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit next November in Bogor, the Jakarta military commander pledged to enlarge and step up the frequency of the ongoing anti-crime operation to ensure security and stability in the city. "We will step up the frequency of the operation until the APEC summit....
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Suriname president expected in Indonesia
Suriname president expected in Indonesia JAKARTA (JP): Suriname President R.R. Venetiaan is scheduled to make a state visit to Indonesia beginning today. Venetiaan will be accompanied by his wife, at least four cabinet ministers and a host of entrepreneurs during the four-day visit, the first ever by a Suriname president, according to a statement by Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Exim Bank to finance RI infrastructure projects
Exim Bank to finance RI infrastructure projects JAKARTA (JP): The Export-Import Bank of the United States will finance various infrastructural projects to be carried out by the private sector in Indonesia, says the bank's president.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
RI cheers Mandela's election
RI cheers Mandela's election JAKARTA (JP): The government yesterday warmly greeted the inauguration of Nelson Mandela as South Africa's first black President. Mandela's election victory was the result of the South African people's struggle in their fight against apartheid, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Omni Batavia Hotel to open in early '95
Omni Batavia Hotel to open in early '95 JAKARTA (JP): The Omni Batavia Hotel will likely open in the first quarter of 1995, six months earlier than was originally scheduled. Yesterday, Roy Yan, Omni's regional sales director, said that the advance opening is due to the fact that construction has moved along faster than expected. The nine-story, four-star hotel with 389 rooms, is located in the Chinatown area of Glodok, West Jakarta.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Businessman Tansil charged with corruption
Businessman Tansil charged with corruption JAKARTA (JP): Eddy Tansil, the owner of the Golden Key Group, was arraigned in the Central Jakarta District Court yesterday, marking the start of what is billed by the press as the biggest corruption trial in Indonesian history.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Economic growth, changing eating habits cause illness to Asians
Economic growth, changing eating habits cause illness to Asians By Cecil Morella MANILA (AFP): Increasing numbers of Asians are dying of diseases related to the affluent as diets and eating habits change with the region's rapid economic growth, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Across the Archipelago
Across the Archipelago Six die in bus crash PANDEGLANG, West Java: An inter-city bus carrying 32 people skidded and tumbled into an eight-meter deep ravine, killing six- passengers in Kadudampit, Saketi on Monday. The "Wajar" bus, en route to Pandeglang from Labuan, was in pursuit of another bus heading the same direction. Coming to a tight turn at Kadudampit, the driver abruptly stepped on the breaks, causing the bus to turn over and fall into the ravine.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Natural rubber producers to open talks ahead of INRO meet
Natural rubber producers to open talks ahead of INRO meet KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Major natural rubber producers will decide at talks here Friday whether or not to accept proposals made by consumers for a global rubber pact now being negotiated, officials said yesterday, amid reports that Indonesia might block the accord.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Give workers more power, union chief says
Give workers more power, union chief says JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia cannot hope to achieve harmonious industrial relations unless it is willing to give its workers more political power, a top union official says. Bomer Pasaribu, the secretary-general of the All-Indonesia Workers Union (SPSI), called for labor reforms that ensure workers enough power to put them at a par with management.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Lippobank reports 32% increase in profit
Lippobank reports 32% increase in profit JAKARTA (JP): PT Lippobank, affiliated with the Lippo Group, yesterday announced a 32.3 percent increase in its after-tax profit to Rp 42.43 billion (US$19.72 million) last year from the previous year. "Our before-tax profit also showed a significant climb to Rp 66.04 billion from Rp 48.94 billion," Lippobank's vice president Eddy Handoko told reporters after an extraordinary meeting of the company's shareholders here yesterday.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
JAKARTA (JP): Twenty-two teams from 16 countries will grace
JAKARTA (JP): Twenty-two teams from 16 countries will grace the posh Bumi Serpong Damai layout for both the Putra Cup and Sirikit Cup amateur golf championships. This marks the first time in the 34 year histories of Asia's most prestigious amateur golfing events that they have been held in the same country. The Putra Cup, named after the first Malaysian prime minister, will be played over 72 holes starting on May 17.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
TV Today, Wednesday, May 11, 1994
TV Today, Wednesday, May 11, 1994 TV today TVRI 2:30 p.m. Puppet Show: Prince Valiant 3:05 Music 3:30 Science World 4:05 Comedy: Salah Sangka 4:30 Documentary Film 5:00 Regional News 5:30 Indonesian Lessons 6:05 Nusantara the Beloved Country: C. Java 6:15 Village Program 6:45 Langka Tapi Nyata 7:00 Evening News 7:30 Beautiful Asia 8:05 Spectrum 9:00 World News 9:30 Traditional Art: Ludruk 10:35 Late News 10:45 Film: A Ghost in Monte Carlo Program 2 4:30 p.m.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Moslem leaders urged to stay out of power play
Moslem leaders urged to stay out of power play JAKARTA (JP): Outspoken Moslem scholar Abdurrahman Wahid has warned former members of the influential Moslem Students Organization (HMI), many of whom now occupy important positions in society, not to be trapped in power play.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
By Richard Pedler
By Richard Pedler JAKARTA (JP): Bulgaria has still not won a World Cup match. In 16 attempts, they have drawn six and lost 10. Regular qualifiers from 1962-74, their last appearance was at Mexico '86, reaching the second round for the first time before losing to USA '94 group rival Argentina. Despite possessing a strikeforce as potent as any in Europe, they will do well to match that achievement.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Recession, price drops cause decline in exports
Recession, price drops cause decline in exports JAKARTA (JP): The world economic recession, the depressed market of primary commodities and the inability to export more higher value-added products are the major reasons behind the decline in Indonesia's non-oil exports over the past few months, experts say. Minister of Trade Satrio B.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Foreign investment for hotels down 83.5%
Foreign investment for hotels down 83.5% JAKARTA (JP): Foreign investment approved by the government last year for the establishment of hotels plunged by 83.5 percent to US$132.49 million from the previous year, the Directorate General of Tourism says. The office said in a report here yesterday that domestic investment for hotel construction declined by 33.6 percent to Rp 1.68 trillion ($784.87 million) last year from the previous year.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Hata apologizes to S. Korea for Nagano's remarks
Hata apologizes to S. Korea for Nagano's remarks SEOUL (Reuter): Japanese Prime Minister Tsutomu Hata yesterday apologized to South Korea's president for remarks by his disgraced former justice minister who denied Japan waged an aggressive war in Asia in the 1930s and 40s. "Prime Minister Hata phoned President Kim Young-sam and expressed regrets and apology for Justice Minister (Shigeto) Nagano's remarks," a presidential spokesman said.
Wed, 11 May 1994, 00:00 WIB
Poets criticize authorities for banning gathering
Poets criticize authorities for banning gathering JAKARTA (JP): Yesterday, two noted poets, W.S Rendra and Emha Ainun Nadjib, criticized the authorities for banning a congenial gathering between the two men at the latter's house. The meeting, held in Bantul, Yogyakarta last Friday was broken up for no clear reason. "We don't understand why it was banned. It wouldn't be so much of a problem if we knew the reason.