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Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Kuta Karnival to bring joy to Bali
Kuta Karnival to bring joy to Bali Kuta and beyond will come alive with series of joyful events, parades, sports competitions and art performances for 10 consecutive days starting Sept. 24 through Oct. 3.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Activists worry about Susilo's possible victory
Activists worry about Susilo's possible victoryFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The imminent victory of Gen. (ret) Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in the Sept. 20 election runoff may jeopardize attempts to uphold human rights and democracy, NGO activists say.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Bali stages touch rugby tournament
Bali stages touch rugby tournament The Jakarta Touch Rugby Club will hold its second Bali International Touch Rugby Tournament at Lapangan Banteng, Seminyak, as part of this year's Kuta Karnival.The one-day tournament, held on Oct.2 at 10 a.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Tonton withdraws from Tour d'Indonesia
Tonton withdraws from Tour d'IndonesiaMusthofid, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta Indonesia's hopes in the upcoming Tour d'Indonesia cycling race were dealt a blow when Tonton Susanto announced his withdrawal due to injury here on Wednesday."I still feel the effects of my broken right shoulder.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Eurokars opens BMW dealership
Eurokars opens BMW dealership JAKARTA: In an effort to strengthen its network in Indonesia and boost customer satisfaction, PT BMW Indonesia signed an agreement with PT Eurokars Chrisdeco Utama on Wednesday to establish a new dealership in Kebon Jeruk, West Jakarta.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Election day fell on good day in Bali
Election day fell on good day in BaliI Wayan Juniartha, The Jakarta Post/Denpasar The police officer took out his pager and showed the last message displayed on the beeper's green LCD screen. Red Jimny Katana D 183 KH, heading toward Nusa Dua, the message read.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
When will the political elite ever learn?
When will the political elite ever learn?J. Soedjati Djiwandono, Jakarta In a number of respects the elections of 2004 have been far different from any that we have experienced before in history. For the first time ever, we have used the so-called "open proportional system" for a legislative...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
A new dawn ahead?
A new dawn ahead? With voting day in Indonesia's first direct presidential elections just three days behind us and 13 more days to go before the final results are made public, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who by all counts is certain to win the race, is closeting himself inside his home, quietly...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
RI signs convention on migrant workers
RI signs convention on migrant workers NEW YORK: Minister of Foreign Affairs Hassan Wirajuda signed on Wednesday the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families on behalf of the Indonesian government.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Investors await for positive signs from new govt
Investors await for positive signs from new govtZakki P. Hakim, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The upcoming new government of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who looks set to win the election runoff in a landslide, must immediately show that it is determined to move quickly to resolve the country's economic...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Susilo unveils plans for first 100 days
Susilo unveils plans for first 100 daysTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post/Bogor Challenger and favorite Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who is predicted to emerge the winner of the election runoff over incumbent, President Megawati Soekarnoputri, has begun to unveil plans for his first 100 days in power.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Kota Bunga's
Kota Bunga's elitism reeksFrom Media IndonesiaAs a customer of Kota Bunga in Cipanas, West Java, I was promised various facilities before buying a villa, including the use of a guesthouse twice, each time for three nights, while the villa is under construction.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
JSX to delist Texmaco units in October
JSX to delist Texmaco units in OctoberRendi A. Witular, Jakarta The Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) plans to delist textile producer PT Texmaco Jaya and plastic producer PT Wahana Jaya Perkasa, two units of the once mighty Texmaco Group, next month as the two ailing companies are considered to be no...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Cat burglars make off with Rp 300m
Cat burglars make off with Rp 300m TANGERANG: Five armed robbers broke into a house on Jl. Cempaka in Ciputat, Tangerang, late on Tuesday, making off with Rp 300 million (US$33,204) in goods and cash.No one was hurt in the incident, which is now being investigated by the Ciputat Police.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Nigerian gets death for smuggling
Nigerian gets death for smuggling Multa Fidrus, The Jakarta Post/Tangerang Tangerang District Court sentenced to death on Wednesday Nigerian Daniel Enemuo alias Diarrassauba Mamadou, 28, for attempting to smuggle 1.150 grams of heroin into the country from Pakistan early in January.
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
Asia to outperform this year, lower growth seen in 2005
Asia to outperform this year, lower growth seen in 2005Cecil Morella, Agence France-Presse/Manila Developing Asia is set to outperform this year with higher- than-expected growth of 7 percent despite high oil prices but it will slow in 2005 in tandem with the developed world, the Asian Development...
Thu, 23 Sep 2004
EU, S. Africa praise Indonesia's democratic election
EU, S. Africa praise Indonesia's democratic electionThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 25-member European Union (EU) and South Africa congratulated Indonesia on Wednesday for its peaceful first-ever direct presidential election and pledged to intensify relations with the world's largest Muslim-majority...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Stocks peak on peaceful election, Susilo lead
Stocks peak on peaceful election, Susilo leadDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post/Jakarta The Jakarta stock index surged to record levels on Tuesday as investors were buoyed by the smooth election and the imminent victory of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, seen by many in the market as more capable than...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
'Milk still best way to strengthen bones'
'Milk still best way to strengthen bones'Dewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta People suffering from osteoporosis can greatly improve the quality of their lives by consuming adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D as both have been proven to reduce bone fractures by up to 25 percent, an expert...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
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;JP;CD; ANPAc...r... Photo Captions Captions For TNT Advertorial:Foto A:TNT TNT staff members operate an Information Technology-based system at one of the company's depots. TNT uses leading-edge technology at every one of its depots and hubs throughout the world.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Dossier on Aceh shooting submitted
Dossier on Aceh shooting submittedNani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh The case file on First Lt. Simorangkir, a member of the Navy Military Police who shot five fellow soldiers in late August, has been submitted to the Military Court in Aceh for prosecution.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Rupiah Rates Sept.21
Rupiah Rates Sept.21 Banknote rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Australian dollar 1 6,633.16 5,929.22 6,314.79 6,247.35 Brunei dollar 1 5,605.49 5,011.23 5,336.45 5,280.11 Canadian dollar 1 7,320.46 6,545.74 6,969.11 6,896.95 Swiss franc 1 7,448.73 6,660.91 7,091.22 7,018.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Australia's tour opener switched to Bombay
Australia's tour opener switched to Bombay NEW DELHI: Australia will open its cricket tour of India next week with a three-day warm-up match in Bombay against Ranji Trophy champions Mumbai, an official said on Tuesday. The match, starting on Sept.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Ikadin to hold special congress
Ikadin to hold special congress PONTIANAK, West Kalimantan: The Indonesian Bar Association (Ikadin) announced on Monday it would organize an extraordinary congress on Oct. 1 and Oct. 2 to discuss Law No. 18/2003 on the legal profession.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Better strategy would rev up Car Free Day
Better strategy would rev up Car Free DayUrip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As Car Free Day is being organized in the car-ridden capital, several groups say, with a more strategic approach, events on Sept. 26 could bring about residents' year-long commitment to reducing pollution.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Toyota to expand plants in RP
Toyota to expand plants in RP MANILA: Toyota Motor Corp., the world's second-biggest carmaker by production, plans to spend 7 billion pesos (US$124 million) in the next two years to expand its facility in the Philippines.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Small money not worth it
Small money not worth itFrom Kompas On August 6, I deposited some money at Bank Permata in Serpong, Tangerang. Rp 200,000 of the amount comprised Rp 1000 and Rp 500 notes. And, I was surprised to learn that the bank charged me 2.5 percent of the Rp 200,000.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
For side bar:
For side bar:Advertorial on PT TNT Indonesia: SEPTEMBER 23, 2004 Suggested title:Why choose TNT Indonesia?Competition in the Indonesian courier service has been very tight during the past several years as the result of the sharp increase in the number of new players in the express delivery business.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Tanker catches fire, one injured
Tanker catches fire, one injured PEKANBARU, Riau: A tanker belonging to state oil and gas company PT Pertamina caught fire on Tuesday morning in the company's depot in Sungai Duku area, Pekanbaru. No fatalities were reported in the incident, but one member of the crew, Triyono, had to be admitted...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Ex-rebels start nationalism course
Ex-rebels start nationalism course BANDA ACEH, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam: The Aceh government started on Tuesday its third "re-education" course in nationalism for former separatist rebels who had been captured or surrendered during the one-year military crackdown on the province.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Glodok, Grogol get extra security
Glodok, Grogol get extra security JAKARTA: The commercial areas of Glodok and Grogol in West Jakarta will be heavily guarded by public order officers until the inauguration of the new president on Oct. 20, public order office head Sukarno said on Tuesday.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Barge blast kills two, injures three others
Barge blast kills two, injures three othersEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A barge berthing at Pangkalan Pasir, Cilincing, near Tanjung Priok Port in North Jakarta, burst into flames at about 12:30 a.m. on Tuesday, killing two people and injuring three others.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Councillors swear they did no wrong
Councillors swear they did no wrongBambang Nurbianto and Damar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "We swear to God, we did no wrong in the (presidential) election," said leader of the City Council's Democratic Party faction Johny Wenas Polii on Tuesday.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Enjoy an unforgettable ethnic Javanese experience
Enjoy an unforgettable ethnic Javanese experienceLocated on the slopes of Mount Merapi in Central Java, the Soran People Empowerment Foundation will celebrate its 20th anniversary on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2004.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Sept. 22, 2004
Sept. 22, 2004 ;JP;VIN;CD; ANPAk..r.. Editorial- Election buoys the market JP/6/EDIT22Election buoys the market The financial market predictably reacted positively to the peaceful and orderly presidential runoff, especially because the election was perceived to be fair.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Hundreds stage protest over fake diploma
Hundreds stage protest over fake diploma DONGGALA, Central Sulawesi: Hundreds of residents staged a protest in front of the office of General Elections Commission (KPU) in Central Sulawesi, demanding that KPU officials in the province annul the installation of a local councillor.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Aussie poll war focuses on SE Asia terror
Aussie poll war focuses on SE Asia terrorMichelle Nichols, Reuters, Canberra Australian Prime Minister John Howard tried to reassure nervous Asian neighbors on Tuesday after saying he wanted to strike terror threats at the source, a key difference with opposition Labor before an Oct. 9 election.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
RP, MILF agree on peace mission
RP, MILF agree on peace mission PHILIPPINES: The Philippines and the separatist Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) have signed the operational guidelines governing the Malaysian-led team who will monitor a cease-fire, officials said on Tuesday.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
1. COALITION: 1 LINE, 25 COUNTS
1. COALITION: 1 LINE, 25 COUNTS Golkar, PDI-P consolidate 2. SBY: 3 LINES, 14 COUNTS SBY beats all odds as nominee of tiny party 3. QUICK: 2 LINES, 16 COUNTS Quick count, anxious voters' new reference 4. BUYAT: 2 LINES, 24 COUNTS Newmont president director named suspect in Buyat case
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Sampoerna to issue Rp 1t bonds in October
Sampoerna to issue Rp 1t bonds in OctoberRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Publicly listed cigarette giant PT HM Sampoerna has signed a preliminary contract for a bond listing with the Surabaya Stock Exchange (SSX) on Tuesday as part of the company's plan to issue Rp 1 trillion (US$111...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Two die, 15 injured in road accident
Two die, 15 injured in road accidentYuli Tri Suwarni, The Jakarta Post, Bandung Two people were killed and 15 others injured in a crash involving a bus, a minibus and a motorcycle on Jl. Nagrek in Majalengka regency, at about 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Regions (Alleged) sum involved Status
Regions (Alleged) sum involved Status Kampar, Riau Rp 1.13 b (US$ 118.42) suspects Cirebon, West Java Rp 1.3 b suspects Lampung Rp 19.5 b suspects Padang, West Sumatra Rp 10.4 b suspects West Sumatra Rp 6.48 b convicted Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi Rp 1.9 b suspects West Nusa Tenggara Rp 24.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Terminal to accomodate boats as well as buses
Terminal to accomodate boats as well as busesDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta As an effort to provide an integrated transportation system to the public in the capital, Jakarta administration will integrate the long-delayed Pulo Gebang bus terminal in East Jakarta with the busway system and...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
60% of IPB students from poor families
60% of IPB students from poor families BOGOR, West Java: The Bogor Institute of Agriculture (IPB) is cooperating with businesses to provide scholarships for its many bright students who come from middle to low-income families.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
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done ;JP:CD ANPAv..r.. Photo-TV-expoJP/Mulkan Salmona PLASMA TV: Two saleswomen demonstrate Samsung's new flat-screen Plasma TV at a launch recently. The sales of Plasma TVs in the Indonesian market are on the rise thanks to an increased demand from buyers.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Noted: BAGIAN YANG BERJUDUL Do You Know... akan dibuat terpisah
Noted: BAGIAN YANG BERJUDUL Do You Know... akan dibuat terpisah dalam BOX ADS: RPX Size: 4 x 25cm RPX: One-stop logistics service Business competition has become tougher as a consequence of the implementation of free trade agreements, whether globally through the World Trade Organization (WTO), or...
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Treading fine lines, changing the past
Treading fine lines, changing the pastJuan Mercado, Inquirer News Service, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Asia News Network, Mannila "While editor, Sukarno and Soeharto jailed you," the late publisher Joaquin "Chino" Roces told the tall Indonesian seated next to him.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Pilot of missionary chopper found dead in Wamena
Pilot of missionary chopper found dead in WamenaNethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post, Jayapura The pilot of a Bell 206 helicopter, U.S. national Neil Roesler, 30, was found dead after his helicopter plummeted to the ground near Komamil village, a remote village in Wamena town, on Monday.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
Rebels shot dead on election day
Rebels shot dead on election day BANDA ACEH, Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam: Soldiers shot and killed two Free Aceh Movement (GAM) commanders on election day after a gun battle, the Indonesian Military (TNI) said on Tuesday.Local military spokesman Lt. Col.
Wed, 22 Sep 2004
House hurries up TNI, autonomy bills
House hurries up TNI, autonomy billsKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta With their five-year term ending in roughly a week, members of the House of Representatives are rushing to finish deliberations of the Indonesian Military (TNI) and regional autonomy bills.