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Sat, 28 Jun 2003
ITB students back Sukhoi inquiry
ITB students back Sukhoi inquiry JAKARTA: Students from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) in West Java expressed support on Friday for the inquiry into the role of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) in the purchase of Russian Sukhoi warplanes.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
A waste of money
A waste of money The party is over but at least we have been left with some great lessons. The recent celebration of Jakarta's 476th anniversary at the National Monument square was a failure, or so say many residents.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
EU pledges 41m euros in aid for RI
EU pledges 41m euros in aid for RIM. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The European Union (EU) has pledged 41 million euros (US$46 million) in aid to help the Indonesian government undertake a variety of programs ranging from improving health and education to boosting trade and investment.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
[b]High-cost learning:
High-cost learning: Too late to protestFrom Warta Kota Commission VI of the House of Representatives recently summoned the heads of four higher educational institutions, i.e. University of Indonesia, Gajah Mada University, Bandung Institute of Technology and Bogor Institute of Agriculture.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Urban farmers create oases
Urban farmers create oasesZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Kampung Sawah presents a rare scene amid the jungle of buildings in the city. It has approximately eight hectares of rice and kangkung (water spinach) fields and is located less than one kilometer from the dense residential area of...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Media blasts curbs in Aceh
Media blasts curbs in AcehThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The media criticized on Friday new guidelines for media coverage in Aceh, saying that rules were effectively hampering the press from obtaining balanced reports on the current integrated operations in the conflict-torn province.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
GAM district chief and police chief arrested
GAM district chief and police chief arrestedA'an Suryana The Jakarta Post Lhokseumawe, AcehSoldiers captured on Friday two alleged Free Aceh Movement (GAM) separatists who acted as the rebels' district chief and police chief for the GAM district Tangse in the village of Pulo Kawah in Pidie regency.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
No govt aid for would be presidents
No govt aid for would be presidents JAKARTA: The Indonesian government has turned down the House of Representatives demand for campaign funds for presidential and vice presidential candidates.The failure to provide the campaign funds has been made certain as the issue is not included in the...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
TV Program: Monday, June 30, 2003
TV Program: Monday, June 30, 2003TVRI .TB.30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 English News Service 9:00 Music10:00 Quiz: Dibisikin11:00 News: Berita Daerah 11:30 Music: Konteswara12:00 p.m. News: Berita Siang1:00 Talk Show: Konsultasi Keluarga2:30 Music: Pop Daerah3:00 Children's Program4:00...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Sampoerna to pay dividend
Sampoerna to pay dividend JAKARTA: Indonesian cigarette company PT HM Sampoerna got shareholders' approval on Friday to pay a further Rp 140 (1.6 U.S. cents) dividend a share later this year on top of the interim dividend of Rp 50 in April.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Sanjay Bharwani, Manager, Accenture, Jakarta
Sanjay Bharwani, Manager, Accenture, Jakarta In a world where investment funds will remain scarce, a more profitable approach to attracting and serving customers requires comprehensive strategies that both reduce the cost of service delivery and improve the value of customer interactions.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
JakArt@2003
JakArt@2003 .TB.30" 0.90" June 30 Painting Exhibition The Exuberance of the Soul by Aida Prayogo (Indonesian) and Lamat (Austrian) JakArt Center, Jl Jend. Sudirman 71, South Jakarta 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Today for Tomorrow from Nial Juliarso Trio and Adam Baldych (Jazz violinist from Poland) Zoom Resto...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Extortionate school?
Extortionate school?From Pos KotaThe case as described in Ratna Susanti's letter on June 21 -- if it is true -- is indeed outrageous, because it means the management of the Asyafiiyah 02 primary school in Jatiwaringin, Bekasi, is making a profit by imposing fees under the guise of school...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
TV Today: Saturday, June 28, 2003
TV Today: Saturday, June 28, 2003TVRI 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 English News Service7:30 Documentary8:30 Talk Show: Ibu, Bayi, dan Balita 11:00 News: Berita Daerah11:30 Music: Konteswara12:00 p.m.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Military-style uniforms not for civilians
Military-style uniforms not for civilians SEMARANG, Central Java: Members of political parties' security forces should not wear military or police-style uniforms in order to avoid confusing the public, a senior military officer said on Friday.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Govt prepares Rp 5t for elections
Govt prepares Rp 5t for elections MANADO, North Sulawesi: General Elections Commission (KPU) chairman Nazaruddin Syamsuddin disclosed on Friday that the government had allocated Rp 5 trillion (US$609 million) for the 2004 presidential and legislative elections.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
SG to refinance Rp 1t in debt
SG to refinance Rp 1t in debtEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Publicly listed cement manufacturer PT Semen Gresik (SG) hopes to generate new loans of about Rp 1 trillion (about US$122 million) bearing lower interest rates in order to refinance its more expensive debts.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
National Police Headquarters
National Police Headquarters Jakarta the writer hopes very much that we can put 'dish washer' or something like that in heading. 2. Ria -- New prospects, not just for South Asia 1 X 30 New prospects beyond South Asia Dmitry Kosyrev, Political Observer RIA Novosti Moscow
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
'Quality of commercial education is questionable'
'Quality of commercial education is questionable' High admission fees to enroll at educational institutions have sparked public grievances, while the House of Representatives has called for a review of the policy.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Indonesia's 'Hannibal Lector' gets 5 years
Indonesia's 'Hannibal Lector' gets 5 yearsAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purbalingga, Central Java The Purbalingga District Court sentenced self-confessed cannibal Sumanto to five years in jail on Friday, but only based upon theft charges in the absence of specific legislation on cannibalism.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Monday, June 30, 2003
Where to go in Jakarta:Monday, June 30, 2003Exhibitions* Graphic Design Fragment of Imagination, The British Council, S. Widjojo Center 1st floor, Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. 71, South Jakarta (Tel. 2524115), until June 30. * Photo Mata Perempuan by Seven Women Photographers at Galeri Oktagon Jl.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Nationalism makes
Nationalism makes militias legalFrom Suara Pembaruan The Indonesian people have to thank God because our founding fathers succeeded in formulating the solid foundation of our state, based on our established ancient culture and tradition.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Interest cut gives more room for lower SBI rates: Analys
Interest cut gives more room for lower SBI rates: AnalysFitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The U.S. Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cut will provide more room for Bank Indonesia to further cut its benchmark rate, although some doubted whether there would be any immediate benefit to...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
New title for Sultan Hamengkubuwono X
New title for Sultan Hamengkubuwono X PEKANBARU, Riau: Yogyakarta Sultan Hamengkubuwono X has been given the honorary title Sri Amanah Dwi Wangsa from the Riau Malay Indigenous Institution.Riau Governor Saleh Djasit said on Thursday evening the honorary title was a sign of appreciation for the...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Officer grilled over GAM flag
Officer grilled over GAM flag JAKARTA: A policeman was questioned on Friday over a separatist Free Aceh Movement (GAM) flag he had hanging in his living room.Adj. Brig. Tarmuji, who works as an administrative officer for the National Police's Mobile Brigade division in Kelapa Dua, was questioned by...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
KADI starts probe into alleged dumping of polyester
KADI starts probe into alleged dumping of polyesterThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Anti-Dumping Committee (KADI) said on Friday that it was currently conducting an investigation into imported polyester staple fiber products from South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand, which are allegedly being...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Sutiyoso softens stance on tax evaders
Sutiyoso softens stance on tax evadersThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta In an apparent softening of a tough new stance against tax evaders who risk having their assets seized, Governor Sutiyoso said on Friday that his office would continue to demand them to pay cumulative tax arrears going back to 1997,...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Indonesia to assign more diplomats
Indonesia to assign more diplomats JAKARTA: The government will post immigration attaches in 11 more foreign capitals and cities, a spokesman said here on Friday.Ade Endang Dahlan, a spokesperson for the immigration service, said the diplomats would take up postings in London (Britain), Cape Town...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Students say no to cars for councillors
Students say no to cars for councillors TANGERANG: About 500 university students staged a rally at the Tangerang municipal legislative council and the administration office complex here on Friday to protest against the purchase of 45 cars by the administration for each of the councillors.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Education only for the rich?
Education only for the rich?From Warta KotaCollege enrollment is now under way and it is surprising to note that several favored state higher educational institutes are imposing very high fees for admission.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
JakArt@2003
JakArt@2003 .TB.30" 0.90"June 28 Contemporary Balinese music, dance and performance Earth Song by Komunitas Hitam Putih Gading Batavia, Jl. Raya Gading Batavia, Building 9-18, Kelapa Gading, North Jakarta, 7:30 p.m.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
1. Tax- 4x10
1. Tax- 4x10 Sutiyoso softens stance on tax evaders 2. School - 2x 22 Students obliged to buy books from school 3. Sawah - 2x 25 Urban farmers create green oases in Jakarta 4. Hansip - 2x 20 Low paid guards offset police incompetence 5. Speak - 2x 20 'Quality of commercial education questionable'
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Promotion girls spice up Jakarta Fair
Promotion girls spice up Jakarta FairArya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Lina, as she prefers to be called, swivels her head from left to right, which causes her long black hair to swing in all directions.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Iwan Tirta finds criticism vital to artist's work
Iwan Tirta finds criticism vital to artist's workTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Art thrives with criticism, without it artists become lackadaisical and do not produce their best work."Criticism from others is what drives artists," said batik connoisseur Iwan Tirta in a discussion at...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Politicians united to block audit of campaign funds
Politicians united to block audit of campaign fundsKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Politicians have blocked public demands for transparency in the campaign funds channeled to and spent by presidential candidates, casting doubt over their commitment to a fair and honest election, observers...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Borobudur festival takes on big ambition
Borobudur festival takes on big ambitionSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Magelang, Central Java Many think the Borobudur International Festival 2003 just like any another festival. But for the Central Java administration, it is a starting point of an ambition to turn the province into the country's...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
UN special envoy due in Jakarta
UN special envoy due in JakartaAgence France-Presse, Jakarta A UN special envoy will hold talks in Indonesia this weekend amid heightened international pressure for the release of Myanmar's pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Police, FBI reopen Timika investigation
Police, FBI reopen Timika investigationTiarma Siboro and Fabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Papua Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agents have returned to Indonesia to investigate an attack on a convoy of buses in Timika, Papua, that killed one Indonesian and two American...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Councillors face questioning
Councillors face questioning PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: Three councillors from the South Sumatra Legislative Council will be questioned by the prosecutor's office about a Rp 7.5 billion (US$860,000) scandal that allegedly involves 11 councillors.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Govt prepares Rp 5t for elections
Govt prepares Rp 5t for elections MANADO, North Sulawesi: General Elections Commission (KPU) chairman Nazaruddin Syamsuddin disclosed on Friday that the government had allocated Rp 5 trillion (US$609 million) for the 2004 presidential and legislative elections.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Firm Value Date
Firm Value Date (in million dollars) -------------------------------------------------- 1. Bank Mandiri 125 Dec. 2001 2. Medco 100 March 2002 3. Indofood 200 June 2002 4. Telkomsel 100 April 2002Source: The Jakarta Post
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Siswono Yudo Husodo
Siswono Yudo Husodo Chairman Indonesian Farmers Association (HKTI) Jakarta Food, as an essential commodity, must be made available in sufficient quantities and good quality, as well as being safe for consumption and widely accessible at an affordable price.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
JAKARTA: City police chief Insp. Gen. Makbul Padmanegara said
JAKARTA: City police chief Insp. Gen. Makbul Padmanegara said on Friday that he had just fired a policeman for drug abuse, and nine others for desertion."It was based on a decision of the Police Ethics Council on Thursday," he said.The officer found guilty of using drugs was identified as Adj. Comr.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Govt to check interest level in planned global bond issue
Govt to check interest level in planned global bond issueDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government is making preparations to issue global bonds next year as it plans to send officials to major international financial centers later this year to measure investors' interest in the...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Better farmers' welfare improves food security
Better farmers' welfare improves food securitySiswono Yudo Husodo, Chairman, Indonesian Farmers Association (HKTI), Jakarta Food, as an essential commodity, must be made available in sufficient quantities and good quality, as well as being safe for consumption and widely accessible at an affordable...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Japanese investors eye IBRA assets
Japanese investors eye IBRA assets JAKARTA: The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA) said a number of Japanese investors had shown interest in the agency's next asset sale program.The agency said in a statement that some 20 Japanese investors had shown a strong response to the asset sale...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Low paid private guards offset police incompetence
Low paid private guards offset police incompetenceDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sujana, 40, a community guard (hansip) in Cempaka Putih Timur, Central Jakarta, gets upset when passers-by often stop to ask a question about an address.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Govt asks for transparent use of admission fees
Govt asks for transparent use of admission feesAndi Hajramurni and Sri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Makassar/Yogyakarta The government said it would not prohibit state universities with autonomous status from selling some placements to students from well-off families, but reminded them to be...
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
'Studio D' set to be big hit for Asian kids
'Studio D' set to be big hit for Asian kidsTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Singapore The name "Disney" guarantees fun, so when invited backstage to a Disney studio you would not expect anything less than a day of fun and games in a colorful, cartoony setting.
Sat, 28 Jun 2003
Sociologist warns of dirty war in Aceh
Sociologist warns of dirty war in AcehTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Strict restrictions against the presence of the media and foreign individuals and institutions in Nanggroe Aceh Darussalam has raised speculation that the Indonesian Military (TNI) will employ "a dirty war" in crushing...