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Wed, 26 Sep 2001
KL announces US$1b economic stimulus package
KL announces US$1b economic stimulus package KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysia's government Tuesday announced a 4.3 billion ringgit (US$1.1 billion) stimulus package for the economy in the wake of the terror attacks on the U.S., the official Bernama news agency reported.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
1. BPKP (3x10)
1. BPKP (3x10) BPKP reports funds leakage of Rp 10.3t 3. Cement (2x24) Govt says Semen Padang spin-off plan unviable 4. Law (2x21) Team close to finalizing new companies' legislation 5. Telkom (1x21) Telkom mulling rights issue 6. Fish (2x18 Minister vows to curb illegal fishing in RI waters7. U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Beware of fake drugs, says Suyudi
Beware of fake drugs, says Suyudi JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Health Achmad Sujudi asked the public on Tuesday to take care when buying medicine as his ministry had found that 29 varieties are fake and could endanger their lives.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Imported fruit
Imported fruitFrom NeracaImported fruit such as mandarins, pears, grapes and the like are now found in abundance in markets across the country, entering villages and seizing a sizeable share of the market, once taken solely by local fruit.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Govt says Semen Padang spin-off plan unviable
Govt says Semen Padang spin-off plan unviable JAKARTA (JP): Spinning off PT Semen Padang from the Semen Gresik Group was an unviable option, the government said on Tuesday, citing it as costly and detrimental to privatization plans.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
A reminder of past pledges
A reminder of past pledges This is the first of two articles on the promises made by the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) by Paige Johnson, a Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia in the United States and Julia Suryakusuma, executive director of the API (Almanac of...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Popularizing 'becak'
Popularizing 'becak'From Rakyat MerdekaMy heart sank when I heard about the raids conducted to remove becak (pedicabs) from Jakarta and witnessed the arrogant attitude demonstrated by city officials during these raids.I would like to appeal to the Jakarta governor to consider the following: 1.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
TANGERANG (JP): Two employees of PT Gapura Angkasa, the sole
TANGERANG (JP): Two employees of PT Gapura Angkasa, the sole provider of ground handling services to PT Garuda Indonesia, were tried on Tuesday for allegedly forging overseas fiscal payment forms at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Police hesitant to act on militants
Police hesitant to act on militants JAKARTA (JP): The police, under pressure to take resolute action against militant groups threatening to hunt down and expel Americans, appear hesitant to do just that.National Police spokesman Brig. Gen.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Oil revenue target safe despite prices fall: Official
Oil revenue target safe despite prices fall: Official JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia may still be able to reap the targeted Rp 100 trillion (about US$10.52 billion) in oil and gas revenues this year, despite a drastic plunge in crude oil prices amid fears of a global recession, according to a senior...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
'International terrorism' not what it used to be
'International terrorism' not what it used to beBy Riza Sihbudi JAKARTA (JP): The United States is getting ready to launch its retaliatory attack on Afghanistan, which is accused of protecting Osama bin Laden. Quite a number of countries have expressed their support for the U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
PAN faction to submit wealth reports
PAN faction to submit wealth reports JAKARTA (JP): Yielding to public pressures, the National Mandate Party's (PAN) faction at the City Council decided on Tuesday to soon submit wealth reports of its 13 members to the Public Servants' Wealth Auditing Commission (KPKPN).
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing
JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing JAKARTA (JP): The wife of one of the Jakarta Stock Exchange bombers was declared a suspect by police on Tuesday in connection with last Sunday's bombing of Atrium Plaza.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Team close to finalizing new companies' legislation
Team close to finalizing new companies' legislation JAKARTA (JP): A government-sanctioned team is close to finalizing the drafting of a new corporation law that will place emphasis on good corporate governance.The new law will replace the existing Law No.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on
MUI condemns attacks on U.S. and its planned strike on Afghanistan JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's top Islamic authority condemned on Tuesday the terrorist attacks on the United States while, at the same time, strongly denouncing what it termed the arrogance of America for its planned aggression on...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Mystical ceremony organized at TMII
Mystical ceremony organized at TMII JAKARTA (JP): The Taman Mini park in East Jakarta will hold a mystical ceremony called Mandi Balimauan Gedang on Saturday night, as an expression of gratitude and to enhance the spirit of unity and solidarity throughout the nation.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Boyce to cultivate RI's support against terrorism
Boyce to cultivate RI's support against terrorism JAKARTA (JP): The United States ambassador-designate to Indonesia urged on Monday that Jakarta maintain its commitment to fight against international terrorism.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
A tough choice faces state TVRI station
A tough choice faces state TVRI stationBy Kurniawan The Jakarta Post in Jakarta Legislators were engaged in intense debate on Tuesday over what actions to take to save the ailing state-owned broadcasting station TVRI.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two
The government said on Tuesday it planned to revise two regulations that stipulate that sole authorized distributors of foreign products must receive recognition from the government to commence their activities.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
for 4julia
for 4julia ..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
'TVRI'
'TVRI' Tough challenge: How to save state-owned 'TVRI' Page 2 Bombing JSX bomber's wife declared suspect in Atrium bombing. Page 3 Investor Govt must address investor confidence amid uncertainty. Page 5Soccer Buoyed Real Madrid to continue flying start. Page 7Surgery Surgery cuts AVM risks.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
KONI seeks Rp 27.8b for Asian Games
KONI seeks Rp 27.8b for Asian Games JAKARTA (JP): The National Sports Council (KONI) has submitted to the government a proposed budget of some Rp 27.8 billion (US$2.9 million) to finance the national team's preparations for the Pusan 2002 Asian Games.The 2002 Asiad is slated to be held from Sept.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Asian currencies :
Asian currencies : Mostly Lower LateDOW JONES Singapore Asian currencies retreated Tuesday as investor concerns over weakening economic fundamentals in the region triggered a new round of dollar buying.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
;JP;TNT;
;JP;TNT; ANPAf..r.. Mariott Hotel upbeat about new local operation JP/12/MariotMariott Hotel upbeat about new local operation TANTRI YULIANDINI The Jakarta Post JakartaJakarta's newest five-star hotel, JW Mariott Hotel, was optimistic that it would be able to grab a sufficient market despite tight...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Rupiah Rates Sept.25
Rupiah Rates Sept.25 Bank notes rates TT rates Buying Selling Buying Selling Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 8,995.00 9,995.00 9,448.00 9,542.00Austrian schilling 1 598.46 665.35 628.59 635.19Australian dollar 1 4,438.13 4,936.53 4,661.64 4,712.79Belgian franc 1 204.14 226.96 214.42 216.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
E. Timor diarrhea kills 24 children
E. Timor diarrhea kills 24 children LISBON (AFP): A diarrhea epidemic in an isolated East Timor enclave is said to have killed 24 children, most of them under the age of three years, the Lusa news agency reported on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Public complaints: People still place courts on top of the list
Public complaints: People still place courts on top of the list of state institutions which perform poorly as 58 percent of those who lodge complaints with the National Ombudsmen Commission perceive that the courts have not been able to make a just decision.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Jawa Power seeks U.S. 5 cents/kwh electricity rate from PLN
Jawa Power seeks U.S. 5 cents/kwh electricity rate from PLN SINGAPORE (Dow Jones): Indonesian independent power producer PT Jawa Power is seeking around 5 U.S. cents a kilowatt-hour, or kWh, in long-term contract negotiations for electricity generated by a 1,220-megawatt plant in East Java, up from...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
TV today
TV todayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Environment 8:45 City News 10:00 Children's Songs 10:30 30 Minutes with Anita Rahman 11:00 Regional News 11:30 Music 12:00 p.m. News 1:00 Talk Show 2:00 News 2:30 Debating 3:30 Children's Program 4:45 Quiz 5:15 TV Drama 6:00 News 7:00 Talk...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
By Fitri Maryono
By Fitri MaryonoThe Jakarta Post Purwokerto, Central JavaLacking funds makes the government find it hard to curb the spread of the contagious tuberculosis (TB) which claimed 140,000 people nationwide per annum, according to an official.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
for 4julia
for 4julia ..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Human rights members
Human rights membersFrom Suara KaryaOn one television station, the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) called on the public to voice their ideas on the election of commission members. As a good citizen, I would like to respond to this call.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
EU gives Rp 40m for refugees
EU gives Rp 40m for refugees KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: The European Union has provided the Indonesian government with Rp 40 million in aid for the continuation of the resettlement program for some 200,000 East Timor refugees who have opted to remain in Indonesia.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
By Tarko Sudiarno
By Tarko SudiarnoThe Jakarta Post Surakarta Hotels, travel bureaus and royal family of Surakarta lamented on Tuesday the hunt on American people at star-rated hotels conducted by certain group on Sunday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Mutilated body found in bags
Mutilated body found in bags BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The residents of Banjarmasin were shocked upon finding two bags, which turned out later to contain human body parts, on two rivers on Saturday and Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
[b]Asian currencies mostly down,
Asian currencies mostly down, economic concerns cited 2. Market (1 X 35)Asian stocks lose gains to end lower 3. Mariot (1x35) Marriott upbeat about new operation 4. Power ( 2 X 24)Jawa Power seeks U.S. 5 cents/kwh electricity rate from PLN5. Gold ( 2 X 16)Europe gold softer, awaits U.S. action
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
[i]Indonesia, still mired in an economic crisis, is among the
Indonesia, still mired in an economic crisis, is among the countries now facing the economic impact of the Sept. 11 attacks in the United States. Mari Pangestu .. 2. Islam -- 1 X 32 36pt Bodoni A common enemy for Russia, U.S.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Singapore sees worsening outlook after U.S. attacks
Singapore sees worsening outlook after U.S. attacks SINGAPORE (AP): Cabinet ministers said Tuesday that the government is working on a second economic rescue package for the recession-hit city-state amid a worsening economic outlook after the terror attacks in the United States.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we
for 4julia..."We must not talk too much and promise more than we can deliver." Now that Megawati is president, it is time to deliver.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Mutilated body
Mutilated body found in bags BANJARMASIN, South Kalimantan: The residents of Banjarmasin were shocked upon finding two bags, which turned out later to contain human body parts, on two rivers on Saturday and Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Tough challenge: How to save state-owned 'TVRI'
Tough challenge: How to save state-owned 'TVRI' JAKARTA (JP): Legislators were engaged in intense debate on Tuesday over what actions to take to save the ailing state-owned broadcasting station TVRI.Legislator Effendy Choirie from the National Awakening Party (PKB) proposed that the television...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Where to go in Surabaya
Where to go in SurabayaMusic and Entertainment * Hyatt Regency Surabaya, Jl. Jend. Basuki Rakhmat 106-128 (Phone: 031 5311234): - Lobby: Gamelan (Traditional Music), 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Except Saturday), Solo Pianist, Monday to Friday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Saturday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Indonesian shares ended lower Tuesday on selling in select
Indonesian shares ended lower Tuesday on selling in select blue chips as sentiment turned negative following falls in several major regional equities markets, dealers said. They added that earlier buying sentiment stemming from U.S. markets' rebound Monday wasn't sustained.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Telkom mulling rights issue
Telkom mulling rights issue JAKARTA (JP): State-owned telecommunications company PT Telkom is considering launching a rights issue to finance its telecommunications services' expansion program, president Muhammad Nazif said on Tuesday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Stock quotations on JSX
Stock quotations on JSXStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Sept. 25, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,275 0 70,000 Adindo Foresta 100 -5 10,000 AGIS 125 0 383,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 575 -25...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
;JP;
;JP; ANPAf..r.. Germany-Indonesia-trade.rm Indonesian-German trade (million DM) 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Imports from Indonesia 3,010 2,860 3,292 4,080 3,957 3,825 4,897 Exports to Indonesia 3,536 3,928 4,008...
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
Bogor pessimistic about tax target
Bogor pessimistic about tax target BOGOR (JP): The city revenue office here plans to send 179 tax collectors to 68 subdistricts of Bogor to raise tax revenue from uncollected land and building tax (PBB), an official said on Monday.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
ASEAN auto sales up, but outlook dim
ASEAN auto sales up, but outlook dim SINGAPORE (AFP): Motor vehicle sales in the four biggest Southeast Asian markets climbed 7 percent from a year ago to 577,671 units in the first seven months of 2001, an industry report said.
Wed, 26 Sep 2001
JP/Arief Suhardiman
JP/Arief Suhardiman ANTI-U.S. RALLY: Dozens of youths from various hardline groups stage a peaceful rally in front of a Western country's embassy in Jakarta. They threatened on Tuesday to wage a jihad should the U.S. and its allies go ahead with their planned aggression against Afghanistan.