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Deadlock feared in constitutional amendment process

Deadlock feared in constitutional amendment processThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta With two months remaining before the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) must approve the amended 1945 Constitution, fears of a deadlock grow after President Megawati Soekarnoputri's decision to push for a delay in the...

National players ease into Milo third round

National players ease into Milo third round Musthofid The Jakarta Post SurabayaIndonesia's national players marched undefeated through the second round of the Milo Junior Open badminton championships, held at the Sudirman Sports Hall here on Wednesday.

Constitutional reform at risk as Megawati changes course

Constitutional reform at risk as Megawati changes course The Jakarta Post Jakarta With two months remaining before the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) must approve the amended 1945 Constitution, fears of a deadlock grow after President Megawati Soekarnoputri's decision to push for a delay in...

Governors demand regional autonomy law revision

Governors demand regional autonomy law revisionFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Demanding more authority in the decentralization era, governors from across the country asked President Megawati Soekarnoputri on Wednesday to revise the Regional Autonomy Law.

Public accountability needed for democratization

Public accountability needed for democratizationTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta In a campaign to safeguard democracy, the country is in dire need of developing a new system to ensure public accountability of politicians sitting at the House of Representatives, scholars said on...

Unions say labor bill gives less protection to workers

Unions say labor bill gives less protection to workersDebbie A. Lubis, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Some trade unions voiced their rejection, while others took a softer stance by asking for improvements to the labor bill currently being deliberated by the House of Representatives.

RI's hidden brain drain

RI's hidden brain drainYohannes Samosir, School of Land and Food Sciences The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia, y.samosir@mailbox.uq.edu.au Peter Doherty, a professor and a 1996 Nobel Laureate, will be returning to his home country Australia after spending many years in the United...

Jakarta has new military commander

Jakarta has new military commanderTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Amid mounting political tension in the city ahead of the planned People's Consultative Assembly annual session in August, the Indonesian Military (TNI) has assigned Maj. Gen.

Jakarta could see a direct gubernatorial election

Jakarta could see a direct gubernatorial electionKurniawan Hari and Fabiola Desi Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakarta could see a direct election for the next governor if the House of Representatives' (DPR) plan to revise Law No.

Pertamina claims success in reducing fuel leakage

Pertamina claims success in reducing fuel leakageThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Countering allegations about its allegedly inefficient fuel distribution system, state-owned oil and gas company Pertamina claimed that it had successfully cut "supply losses" in the fuel distribution chain to well below the...

RI forex reserves up to US$29.28b

RI forex reserves up to US$29.28b JAKARTA: Indonesia's central bank said Wednesday the country's gross foreign exchange reserves rose US$444.70 million to $29.28 billion at the end of June from a week earlier.

'Gebuk Ende', a rare ritual to invite rain

'Gebuk Ende', a rare ritual to invite rainMas Rucita Dewi, Contributor, Denpasar, Bali Rarely presented traditional performing arts are the real treat of the ongoing Bali Arts Festival.Before, even the Balinese did not have the opportunity to see the rare performing arts themselves, although it...

Microsoft sales jump after piracy lawsuit

Microsoft sales jump after piracy lawsuitFitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta U.S. giant software company Microsoft Inc., has experienced a rise in software sales in Indonesia after it won a lawsuit against local dealers for software piracy last year.

Cirebon police nab 20 drug dealers

Cirebon police nab 20 drug dealers CIREBON, West Java: Cirebon Regency Police have caught at least 20 suspected drug traffickers and users in various operations launched in the area during the past two months.Cirebon Regency Police chief Adj. Sr. Comr.

Rupiah Rates July 3

Rupiah Rates July 3 JP/13/ConverRupiah Rates July 3 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 9,420.00 8,420.00 8,964.00 8,876.00Australian dollar 1 5,306.29 4,738.78 5,049.42 4,995.41Brunei dollar 1 5,319.03 4,751.69 5,061.55 5,009.03Canadian dollar 1 6,166.

Dozens of sex workers stage protest

Dozens of sex workers stage protest MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: Dozens of the local sex workers staged a protest on Wednesday at the provincial legislative council, demanding that the council give them protection against abusive actions, extortion and rape by security officers who are supposed to...

On youth matters

On youth matters Bravo The Jakarta Post with your Youth Matters page! Hopefully this will become a bridge for our youth to reach out to adults and to their peers. A place where they can pour out what they feel and the worries that bother them.

SBI rate slightly lower

SBI rate slightly lower JAKARTA: The weighted average interest rate on one-month SBI promissory notes edged slightly lower at a weekly auction Wednesday.The one-month SBI notes stood at 15.06 percent, down from 15.11 percent last week, Bank Indonesia said.

Where to go in Bali:

Where to go in Bali:Exhibitions* Painting Balinese Women, at Duta Wijaya office complex, Jl. Raya Puputan Renon, Denpasar, until July 15. * Photo Glory of the Past by Nonot S Utomo, Jezz Gallery, Jl. Imam Bonjol 400, Denpasar, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., until July 22.

TV Program: Thursday, July 4, 2002

TV Program: Thursday, July 4, 2002TVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News8:30 Children's Program9:30 Cooking Program10:30 Documentary11:00 Regional News11:30 Music12:00 p.m. News1:00 Talk Show2:00 News3:30 Cartoon4:00 TV Drama5:00 Variety Show6:00 News7:00 Talk Show9:00 News9:30 Music: Country...

Policeman gets 4 months for shooting

Policeman gets 4 months for shooting AMBON, Ambon: The district military tribunal on Wednesday sentenced Adj. Brig. Suko Rihardian to a prison sentence of four months and twenty days for negligence, that resulted in the death of Samuel Ohoiliulun, 25, when Suko fired a shot into the air.

Pundits expect consumption to be sole driver of growth

Pundits expect consumption to be sole driver of growthMoch. N. Kurniawan and Novan Iman Santosa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta While exports and investment are likely to fall this year, domestic consumption will once again become the main driver of economy growth for 2001, experts said on Wednesday.

N. Korea's Kim Yong Nam to visit RI

N. Korea's Kim Yong Nam to visit RI JAKARTA: North Korea's ceremonial head of state will visit Indonesia next week for talks with President Megawati Soekarnoputri, a palace official said on Wednesday.Kim Yong Nam, speaker of the North Korean Supreme People's Assembly, will arrive in Jakarta on July...

'Indonesia susceptible to foreign attack'

'Indonesia susceptible to foreign attack'Tiarma Siboro and Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia's national territory is vulnerable to air and naval attacks from foreign countries due to the outdated weaponry possessed by the country's Navy and Air Force.

Persita edge closer to historic Indonesian soccer league victory

Persita edge closer to historic Indonesian soccer league victoryThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Once a soccer minnow, Persita Tangerang moved a step closer to an unprecedented title in the Indonesian premier league after beating former champion PSM Makassar on Wednesday.

Holdiko seeks to overturn ruling

Holdiko seeks to overturn rulingThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The trial against the Business Competition Supervisory Commission (KPPU) over its recent ruling on alleged involvement of PT Holdiko Perkasa in the Indomobil scandal kicked off on Wednesday, with the holding company asking the court to...

1. XANANA: 12 x 4 lines

1. XANANA: 12 x 4 lines Gusmao ends two-day state visit to Jakarta Visiting East Timor President Xanana Gusmao wrapped up his two- day state visit to Indonesia by paying tribute at the Kalibata National Heroes cemetery in East Jakarta on Wednesday.

14 policemen in Central Java discharged

14 policemen in Central Java dischargedAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purwokerto At least 14 policemen in Central Java, including six high and middle-ranking officers, were dishonorably discharged in May and June for various disciplinary offenses, including desertion and drug use.

Saudi princess fined for abusing maid

Saudi princess fined for abusing maid USA: A Florida court on Tuesday sentenced a Saudi princess to a fine of US$1,000 for pushing her Indonesian maid down the stairs, local television stations reported.Princess Buniah al-Saud, 41, was in Saudi Arabia and did not attend the trial.

RI, China to team up to curb illegal logging

RI, China to team up to curb illegal loggingRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government of Indonesia will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Chinese government later this month to cooperate in curbing rampant illegal logging and trading of illegal logs.

Team to submit recommendation on Banpres

Team to submit recommendation on Banpres JAKARTA: A legislative team assigned to examine the flow of Presidential Aid (Banpres) funds will soon convene to make final recommendations to the House of Representatives.Team leader R.K.

Gusmao ends two-day state visit to Jakarta

Gusmao ends two-day state visit to JakartaFabiola Desy Unidjaja and Bernie K. Moestafa , The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Visiting East Timor President Xanana Gusmao wrapped up his two- day state visit to Indonesia by paying tribute at the Kalibata National Heroes cemetery in East Jakarta on Wednesday.

S'pore government to remain in critical sectors of economy

S'pore government to remain in critical sectors of economyAgence France-Presse, Singapore Singapore will retain control of companies it deems critical to the economy such as airport, seaport and utilities, but is willing to dilute its interest in other sectors, the state investment arm said...

Megawati revives 13 'mega' projects worth $7.63 billion

Megawati revives 13 'mega' projects worth $7.63 billionFabiola Desy Unidjaja and Dadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Cikampek, West Java In a bid to show signs of reviving investor confidence in the country, President Megawati Soekarnoputri officially recommenced on Wednesday 13 mega projects worth...

The Jakarta Post

The Jakarta Post JakartaA Balinese businessman who was here for a business trip had a pleasant surprise upon his arrival in the city on Tuesday morning. When he checked in at Hotel Indonesia at 8:05 a.m., he was told that the room was free of charge.

1. BOMB: 50 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12

1. BOMB: 50 pt, 2 cols, 4 x 12 Shopping malls increase security amid blasts 2. MALL: 40 pt, 3 cols, 2 x 22 Planned Plaza Semanggi another traffic nightmare 3. TAX: 36 pt, 3 cols, 1 x 34 Councillors divided over lottery tax 4.HI: 36 pt, 4 cols, 1 x 44Country's oldest hotel goes strong at 40 5.

Xanana's receives red-carpet welcome

Xanana's receives red-carpet welcomeFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta East Timor President Xanana Gusmao made his historic first official visit to Jakarta on Tuesday, complete with full state welcome, red carpet and 21-gun salute.

Gusmao, Horta to speak in Makassar

Gusmao, Horta to speak in Makassar MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: East Timor President Xanana Gusmao and foreign minister Jose Ramos-Horta are scheduled to attend an eastern Indonesia (KTI) development seminar as keynote speakers in Makassar on Thursday.

Beautify the city or improve its choking transportation system?

Beautify the city or improve its choking transportation system?Yogita Tahilramani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta To Governor Sutiyoso, spending Rp 14 billion on renovating a water fountain at a Jakarta traffic circle may have seemed a wise gift for the capital's anniversary last week, but residents...

Children protest bill on child protection

Children protest bill on child protection JAKARTA: Nearly one hundred children gathered outside the House of Representatives (DPR) building on Tuesday protesting the ongoing deliberation of the Child Protection Bill.They urged the legislators to revise and upgrade the bill before endorsing it.

'Tempo' sues lawyer for slander

'Tempo' sues lawyer for slander JAKARTA: The weekly magazine Tempo has countersued lawyer Lucas, saying he damaged the magazine's reputation and obstructed press freedom.Tempo deputy chief editor Toriq Hadad said on Monday the complaint followed Lucas' statement in its June 30 edition that Tempo...

Stock quotations on JSX

Stock quotations on JSXStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on July 2, 2002:-------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 370 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk...

Councilors divided over lottery tax

Councilors divided over lottery taxAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The factions in the City Council remain divided over a proposed bylaw that would require companies that organize lucky draws to pay taxes on the contests.

Two nabbed for selling marijuana

Two nabbed for selling marijuana BOGOR: Two food vendors were arrested for selling drugs on Jl. Raya Bogor and Jl. Pancasan.The chief of the Bogor Police, Adj. Sr. Comr. Setyo Wasisto, said on Monday that Eman Suherman, 40, a soto (chicken soup) vendor, and Nurdin, 27, who sells fried rice, were...

On youth matters

On youth matters Bravo The Jakarta Post with your Youth Matters page! Hopefully this will become a bridge for our youth to reach out to adults and to their peers. A place where they can pour out what they feel and the worries that bother them.

House to ask Da'i over press attacks

House to ask Da'i over press attacksKurniawan Hari and Tertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta House of Representatives legislators intend to summon National Police chief Gen. Da'i Bachtiar for an explanation following a series of violent attacks perpetrated by his men against...

Old habits die hard

Old habits die hard "The law, not the use of force should be your weapon," President Megawati Soekarnoputri told top brass and field officers of the National Police assembled at the Senayan east parking lot on Monday to celebrate the corps' 56th anniversary.

Timorese continue protests

Timorese continue protests KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: East Timorese refugees living in various camps in West Timor continued with their protests on Tuesday, demanding aid from the government for some 20,000 refugee families, or some 54,000 refugees in all.

Planned Plaza Semanggi another traffic nightmare

Planned Plaza Semanggi another traffic nightmareBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The city administration is assessing the possible impact on traffic flow of a proposed shopping mall to be built near the Semanggi cloverleaf in Central Jakarta.U.

Government urged to disband armed groups

Government urged to disband armed groupsTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Despite the absence of clear regulations, pressure is mounting on the government to disband groups of armed civilians as part of the attempt to stop continuing violence in the country.