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Mon, 09 Jun 2003
Tedy a voice for ethnic Chinese
Tedy a voice for ethnic ChineseDavid Kennedy, Contributor, Jakarta, d_kenn@yahoo.com Him Tek Ji was 10 years old when he saw his first real soldiers at an Indonesian Military (TNI) camp stationed near his school in North Jakarta where he grew up.
Sun, 04 Jan 1998
Govt must make hard choices in new budget
Govt must make hard choices in new budgetBy Rikza Abdullah President Soeharto is scheduled to present the government's draft budget to the House of Representatives on Tuesday. Saddled with its worst economic crisis in 30 years, the government confronts an unenviable choice between cutting spending...
Sun, 04 Feb 2001
Money for nothing for the cellular phone companies
Money for nothing for the cellular phone companiesBy William Furney JAKARTA (JP): If you think the basic law of business is giving something (usually money) in return for a product or service, think again.
Sat, 17 Apr 2004
On reforming state monopolies
On reforming state monopoliesIming M. Tesalonika, Business Law Lecturer, University of Pelita Harapan, Jakarta, imingtesalonika@lawyer.com In his article Reassessing State Monopolies at The Jakarta Post dated April 2, 2004, Patrick Guntensperger provided a brief overview of how and where government...
Sat, 02 Oct 2004
First 100 Days
First 100 Days Legal Reform Agenda for the New GovernmentMas Achmad Santosa and Nenad Bago Jakarta With elections this year over, and front-runner Susilo Bambang Yudhyono now a president-in-waiting, unparalleled expectations are placed on the new administration to improve overall governance --...
Mon, 03 Apr 2000
Asia enters new era in digital audio service
Asia enters new era in digital audio service A group of Indonesian journalists were invited by WorldSpace Corp. to witness the live broadcast in Singapore recently of the launch of its digital satellite in Kourou, French Guiana. The following is a report from The Jakarta Post's Hyginus Hardoyo.
Mon, 04 Oct 2004
First 100 days: Legal reform agenda
First 100 days: Legal reform agendaMas Achmad Santosa and Nenad Bago, Jakarta With elections this year over, and front-runner Susilo Bambang Yudhyono now a president-in-waiting, unparalleled expectations are placed on the new administration to improve overall governance -- including in judicial,...
Thu, 22 Jun 2000
Indonesia: How to restore confidence
Indonesia: How to restore confidence This is the first of two articles on restoring confidence by Laksamana Sukardi, former state minister of investment and state enterprises development. JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia's general election of 1999 generated tremendous promises and corresponding hopes.
Fri, 08 Feb 2002
No compromise with the Free Aceh Movement
No compromise with the Free Aceh MovementTjipta Lesmana, Institute for, Strategic Studies (LPSI), Jakarta The latest talks in Geneva between the government (GOI) and the Free Aceh Movement (GAM), according to Minister of Foreign Affars Hassan Wirayuda, brought progress in the sense that GAM had...
Mon, 19 Apr 2004
Transparency, independence vital in managemente of state utilities
Transparency, independence vital in managemente of state utilitiesIming M. Tesalonika, Business Law Lecturer, University of Pelita Harapan, Jakarta, imingtesalonika@lawyer.com In his article Reassessing State Monopolies at The Jakarta Post dated April 2, 2004, Patrick Guntensperger provided a brief...
Thu, 07 Feb 2002
Fadjar Sidik resurrected in living color
Fadjar Sidik resurrected in living colorMehru Jaffer, Contributor, Jakarta To look at the work of senior artist Fadjar Sidik is to be filled with sheer anticipation of the birth of a vibrant new experience in art -- for all the circles on his canvas, spiked as they are, emerge so gloriously above...
Tue, 23 Nov 2004
Part 1 of 2: The challenge of security for the world economy
Part 1 of 2: The challenge of security for the world economySusilo Bambang Yudhoyono, Santiago It goes without saying that security and prosperity are two sides of the same coin. But since Sept. 11, the dynamics between them are changing.
Mon, 23 Feb 1998
A personal computer for those who still have dollars to burn
A personal computer for those who still have dollars to burnBy Zatni Arbi JAKARTA (JP): First, when business has ground down to a snail's pace, what is the most ideal thing that employers can do in addition to keeping their employees on the payroll? Those who can still afford it should, of course,...
Sat, 22 Feb 2003
Investment in Indonesia: What is holding back recovery?
Investment in Indonesia: What is holding back recovery?David Jay Green Country Director Asian Development Bank Jakarta dgreen@adb.org Indonesia is having tremendous difficulties convincing investors, either foreign or Indonesian, to commit their funds for the long-term.
Wed, 19 Feb 2003
New opportunity exists for the central bank
New opportunity exists for the central bankKahlil Rowter, Lecturer, School of Economics University of Indonesia, Jakarta Only once in the last three years did Bank Indonesia meet its monetary policy targets.
Thu, 08 Sep 1994
Ecolabeling to protect environment, trade
Ecolabeling to protect environment, tradeBy Ronald Nangoi JAKARTA (JP): Ecolabeling, or certification of timber products, is part of the international community's effort to protect the global environment by fostering sustainable forest management.
Mon, 24 Feb 2003
Investing in RI: What's holding back recovery?
Investing in RI: What's holding back recovery?David Jay Green, Country Director, Asian Development Bank, Jakarta, dgreen@adb.org Indonesia is having tremendous difficulties convincing investors, either foreign or Indonesian, to commit their funds for the long-term.
Wed, 12 Mar 2003
An attack on `Tempo' is an assault on our freedom
An attack on `Tempo' is an assault on our freedomEndy M. Bayuni, Deputy Chief Editor, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The phones, both the fixed line at the office and the cell version, never stopped ringing on Saturday.
Wed, 26 Jan 2005
Liberalization in education: A threat or a necessity
Liberalization in education: A threat or a necessityRudijanto, Contributor, Jakarta Domestic universities and other tertiary education institutions may feel threatened by the liberalization of education as proposed by the World Trade Organization in the framework of the General Agreement on Trade...
Sun, 02 Jan 2000
Indonesia rolls into 2000 safely
Indonesia rolls into 2000 safely JAKARTA (JP): There were no power outages, phones rang and flights were kept to schedule as the new millennium arrived on Saturday. People were also able to withdraw money from automatic teller machines.
Wed, 13 Dec 1995
The making of ASEAN's vision
The making of ASEAN's visionBy Bantarto Bandoro JAKARTA (JP): The fifth ASEAN summit opening tomorrow in Bangkok deserves special attention, as it will demonstrate the seriousness of ASEAN leaders to accelerate regional cooperation.In its 28 years of existence, ASEAN has had only four summits.
Fri, 24 Sep 2004
The 100-day challenge for the Susilo administration
The 100-day challenge for the Susilo administrationDavid E. Sumual, Jakarta The election process that began in March culminated in a peaceful presidential runoff election on Monday. In the short term, this peaceful political event could be seen as a good start for a more sustainable push toward an...
Thu, 22 Sep 1994
New PPP leaders face tough challenges
New PPP leaders face tough challengesBy Bob S. Hadiwinata BANDUNG (JP): One can easily agree with Amir Santoso, a political scientist at the University of Indonesia, that whoever intends to observe politics in Indonesia cannot be content with what happens on the surface alone (The Jakarta Post,...
Tue, 31 May 1994
Real measures badly needed to uphold law (2)
Real measures badly needed to uphold law (2) ________________________________________________________________This is the second of two articles examining various aspects of law implementation in Indonesia.
Sat, 31 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Fri, 30 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Thu, 29 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Wed, 28 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Tue, 27 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Mon, 26 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Sat, 24 Dec 2005
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed?
Weaker trade prospects for 2006: Is oil to be blamed? Puspa Delima Amri Jakarta Reading the performance of the Indonesian economy this year can be compared to a parent's reaction when the children bring home a fantastic mid-year report card: A mixture of pride, optimism and also anxiety.
Tue, 18 Nov 2003
Eradication of corruption requires clean legal system
Eradication of corruption requires clean legal systemFrans H. Winarta, Member, National Law Commission (KHN), Jakarta There has already been much said about corruption and how to overcome it by various observers, law enforcers, NGO leaders, government officials, educators and religious leaders of...
Wed, 16 Jan 2008
Indonesia’s infrastructure stunts growth
(REUTERS) Indonesia’s rust-bucket ferries are a symbol of the decrepit infrastructure which has plagued Southeast Asia’s biggest economy and prevented it from matching China’s meteoric growth rate.
Thu, 09 Sep 2004
China's rise shifts balance of power in Asia
China's rise shifts balance of power in AsiaMichael Richardson, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore As China's growing power and influence permeate Asia and the Pacific, countries in the region are recalibrating their relations with Beijing to acknowledge its status and defuse potential...
Thu, 08 May 2003
Dolorosa Sinaga: Finding her own way
Dolorosa Sinaga: Finding her own wayCarla Bianpoen, Contributor, Jakarta Dolorosa Sinaga's second solo exhibition, currently being held at Nadi Gallery, underlines her continuous engagement with social issues, which she explores primarily through the female form.
Thu, 08 Aug 2002
U.S. refocuses on SE Asia, hopefully for right reasons
U.S. refocuses on SE Asia, hopefully for right reasons Chua Lee Hoong The Straits Times Singapore In 1991, while studying at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in Massachusetts in the United States, a 49-year-old American student at one of the Harvard graduate schools asked me if Singapore...
Sun, 07 Aug 2005
Mini compo: instant solution for home theater
Mini compo: instant solution for home theaterDoharto J. Simatupang, Contributor, Jakarta With a mini compo set in his possession now, a friend of mine no longer feels an urge to go to the movie cinema. He prefers to spend his whole weekend at home, watching films on his DVD player, a built-in...
Sun, 28 Apr 2002
Iwan Tirta: Batik takes a stretch with Lycra
Iwan Tirta: Batik takes a stretch with LycraMuara Bagdja, Contributor, Jakarta Five models clad in a variety of flight attendant uniforms strode onto the catwalk to signal the opening of Iwan Tirta's latest fashion show.
Fri, 07 Feb 1997
No rest for RI capital market
No rest for RI capital marketBy Sahala Sianipar JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian capital market performed well in 1996 due partly to the continued flow of overseas capital, greater participation of domestic investors and strong earnings posted by banks, consumers and manufacturing industries.
Thu, 01 Jul 2004
Opinion polls, crystal balls and other agents of augury
Opinion polls, crystal balls and other agents of auguryJoel D. Palmer, Jakarta With its first ever direct presidential election campaign in full swing, Indonesia is suddenly discovering the marvel of public opinion polling, now an integral part of democratic elections nearly everywhere in the world.
Tue, 05 Nov 2002
Business revival key to nation's security
Business revival key to nation's securityWimar Witoelar, InterMatrix Communications, Jakarta, wimar@witoelar.com As Indonesia licks its wounds form the nation's latest tragedy, the outside world increases its pressure not just on potential terrorists, but on anyone who happens to be...
Sat, 10 Aug 1996
BNI steals spotlight at capital mart conference
BNI steals spotlight at capital mart conference JAKARTA (JP): State-owned Bank Negara Indonesia 1946 won the spotlight during the two-day capital market conference that ended at the Shangri-La Hotel yesterday.
Mon, 26 Oct 2015
Exceeding Expectations in Indonesia
Indonesian President Joko Widodo will meet U.S. President Barack Obama on Monday in his first official visit to the United States since assuming office last October. Domestic reviews of Mr. Widodo’s performance are mostly negative due to deteriorating economic fundamentals.
Sat, 07 Jul 2001
Mahathir reviews privatization
Mahathir reviews privatizationBy Brendan Pereira KUALA LUMPUR: When Malaysia's new Finance Minister eases into a comfortable leather chair at his office soon, he might feel like a late-comer to a party.
Thu, 08 Aug 2002
U.S. refocuses on Southeast Asia, hopefully for proper reasons
U.S. refocuses on Southeast Asia, hopefully for proper reasonsChua Lee Hoong, The Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore In 1991, while studying at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in Massachusetts in the United States, a 49-year-old American student at one of the Harvard graduate...
Mon, 06 Sep 2004
Red-letter day for the Southeast Asian press
Red-letter day for the Southeast Asian pressRoby Alampay, Bangkok The libel trial of Thai media advocate Supinya Klangnarong -- along with two reporters and one newspaper editor -- starts in Bangkok on Sept. 6.
Sat, 04 Sep 2004
Sept. 6: A Red-Letter Day for the Southeast Asian Press
Sept. 6: A Red-Letter Day for the Southeast Asian Press Roby Alampay, Bangkok The libel trial of Thai media advocate Supinya Klangnarong -- along with two reporters and one newspaper editor -- starts in Bangkok on Sept. 6.
Fri, 13 Sep 2002
Jakartans enjoy Friday night of the DJs
Jakartans enjoy Friday night of the DJsJoseph Mangga, Contributor, Jakarta It's not unusual to head-out for an evening in Jakarta without a specific venue or destination in mind, but that certainly wasn't what happened the last Friday in August (8/30), when no less than four major Jakarta clubs...
Sat, 04 Sep 2004
Sept. 6: A Red-Letter Day for the Southeast Asian Press
Sept. 6: A Red-Letter Day for the Southeast Asian Press JP/6/ROBY06Sept. 6: A Red-Letter Day for the Southeast Asian Press Roby Alampay Bangkok The libel trial of Thai media advocate Supinya Klangnarong -- along with two reporters and one newspaper editor -- starts in Bangkok on Sept. 6.
Tue, 23 Feb 2010
A targeted approach to tax holidays
One question that constantly confronts Indonesia’s Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) is whether or how to use fiscal incentives to encourage investment. While a broad array of options are at BKPM’s disposal, such as accelerated depreciation, matching grants and payments in kind, the most...