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Strengthening of the rupiah

Strengthening of the rupiah Head of the World Bank's representative office in Indonesia, Mark Baird, has said that the strengthening of the rupiah in the last few weeks is an indication of the restoration of market confidence.

1. Nabiel --- 2x18

1. Nabiel --- 2x18 Minister vows stronger action at UN meeting 2. Partners -- 1x25 Partnerships push ahead 3. Djatun ---- 1x36 Tax, subsidies to promote sustainable developmentTax, subsidies to promote development =========== 4. Heads 5. Cap 6. Sidelines

'Learn from Bung Hatta': Scholars

'Learn from Bung Hatta': ScholarsDebbie A. Lubis The Jakarta Post JakartaNational leaders should learn more from Indonesian history and the founding fathers in an attempt to bring the country into a just, prosperous, and peaceful condition, scholars and observers said on Tuesday.

RI's rights record in Aceh, Papua worsens

RI's rights record in Aceh, Papua worsensAgencies, London Indonesian authorities intensified repression of independence movements in Aceh and Papua last year with hundreds of cases of killings, torture and unlawful arrest, Amnesty International said Tuesday.

Foreigners allowed to leave Brunei

Foreigners allowed to leave Brunei BRUNEI: A group of 13 foreigners who were hired to investigate business affairs of Brunei's royal family -- and were later ordered by the government not to leave the country -- have been allowed to depart, Australia's foreign ministry said on Tuesday.

House shows support for Endriartono

House shows support for Endriartono JAKARTA: The House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday officially endorsed the nomination of Gen. Endriartono Sutarto to lead the Indonesian military (TNI), replacing Adm. Widodo A.S.

Killer of Malaysian couple shot dead

Killer of Malaysian couple shot dead TANGERANG: Tangerang police detectives shot dead two suspected criminals, including one who allegedly murdered a Malaysian couple, at separate places here late on Monday.Police detective's deputy chief Insp.

Korean fast food on menu at W. Cup

Korean fast food on menu at W. CupSong Jung-a, Reuters, Chonju, South Korea A small South Korean company sees the World Cup as an ideal marketing chance to realize its dream of taking on global fast food giants with a healthy rice-and-vegetable dish gaining popularity across Asia.

U.S. to focus on expanded trade at APEC

U.S. to focus on expanded trade at APECReuters, Washington U.S. Trade Representative Robert Zoellick will carry Washington's vision of expanded trade in the Asia-Pacific region to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meeting opening on Wednesday in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, his office said on...

Iraq to send envoy to OIC in Jeddah

Iraq to send envoy to OIC in Jeddah SAUDI ARABIA: Riyadh, which has no diplomatic ties with Iraq, is to let Baghdad send an ambassador to the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) in Jeddah in a new sign of improving relations, a newspaper said on Tuesday.

Jihad is parallel in Bible, Koran: Religious leaders

Jihad is parallel in Bible, Koran: Religious leadersMuhammad Nafik, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jihad is sometimes an awful, feared and notorious word to many Indonesians, who generally know it only as a holy war against non-Muslims.

Oil rig explosion injures seven

Oil rig explosion injures seven SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: A fire occurred at an oil rig belonging to PT Expan in Tarakan on Monday, seriously injuring seven workers.The seven are being treated at Tarakan General Hospital.Adj. Sr. Comr.

TNI appoints Djoko as Maluku military chief

TNI appoints Djoko as Maluku military chiefKurniawan Hari and Imanuddin, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian Military (TNI) Headquarters appointed on Tuesday Maj. Gen. Djoko Santoso to lead the security restoration operations and head the Pattimura Regional Military Command in the troubled...

Rising Indonesian star Wynne bidding to outshine Venus

Rising Indonesian star Wynne bidding to outshine VenusAgence France-Presse, Paris It will be a David versus Goliath tie Wednesday when rising Indonesian tennis star Wynne Prakusya takes on Wimbledon and US Open champion Venus Williams in the second round of the French Open.

Telkom barred from making deal with VoIP operators

Telkom barred from making deal with VoIP operatorsRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The government has asked state-owned telecommunications firm PT Telkom to cancel plans to establish a joint operating arrangement with 12 Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) operators, according to a...

Alcatel integrates Shanghai Bell

Alcatel integrates Shanghai Bell PARIS: French telecommunications equipment maker Alcatel has completed steps to integrate Chinese telecom company Shanghai Bell, which it acquired seven months ago, Alcatel said here Tuesday.Alcatel Shanghai Bell, in which Alcatel has a 50.

1. EcoDebt ---- 4x12

1. EcoDebt ---- 4x12 Poor countries urged to demand 'ecological debt' from rich nations 2. Unep ------- 4x10 UNEP, NGOs take separate paths to save the planet 3. Security --- 1x24 Tradition, modernity join hands in Bali Old, new work together at BICC 4.

Rupiah Rates May.28

Rupiah Rates May.28 Bank notes rates TT rates Selling Buying Selling Buying Rp Rp Rp Rp U.S. dollar 1 9,355.00 8,355.00 8,899.00 8,811.00Australian dollar 1 5,220.09 4,657.91 4,965.64 4,912.13Brunei dollar 1 5,217.51 4,657.19 4,963.19 4,911.37Canadian dollar 1 6,094.46 5,439.45 5,797.39 5,736.

Petronas wants cooperation among state oil companies

Petronas wants cooperation among state oil companiesDow Jones, Bandar Seri Begawan Asia's national oil companies should work together to better compete against the global supermajors and ensure security of supply, Mohd. Hassan Marican, chief executive of Malaysia's Petroliam Nasional Bhd.

Tradition, modernity join hands in Bali

Tradition, modernity join hands in BaliA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Nusa Dua, Bali Made and Moore appear in stark contrast to each other. Made, a native Balinese man, wears a traditional sarong and is armed with a kris, while Inspector Phyllis Moore, a UN security official wears an elegant blue...

Where to go in Surabaya

Where to go in SurabayaExhibitions* International Environment Art Works organized by Tunas Hijau, at CCCL - French Cultural Center, Jl. Darmokali 10 (Tel. 031 5615246), May 27 to June 3. * Graphic Signe, CCCL - French Cultural Center, June 5 - 15. Films* French Film Festival, at Mitra 21, 2:15 p.m.

Antam, Inco agree to tie up

Antam, Inco agree to tie up State-owned mining company PT Aneka Tambang Tbk. (Antam) and Canadian mining firm PT Inco Tbk have agreed to form a joint venture to develop nickel reserves in East Pomalaa, Kolaka regency, Southeast Sulawesi.

Elected for the people?

Elected for the people? At least nine individuals have registered their candidacy for Jakarta governor with the secretariat of the Jakarta Council to replace incumbent Sutiyoso, whose term ends in October.

UNEP, NGOs take separate paths to save the planet

UNEP, NGOs take separate paths to save the planetFabiola Desi Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, Nusa Dua, Bali The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) has been urged to break rules and regulations which hamper the organization from implementing more tangible projects that benefit the people and the...

After TNI has a new boss

After TNI has a new boss This week, we probably will have a new TNI (The Indonesian Military) chief. Last week, the House of Representatives Commission I interviewed and studied the resume of the sole candidate to head TNI, namely, Gen. Endriartono Sutarto.

Tax, subsidies to promote sustainable development

Tax, subsidies to promote sustainable development As the host of the fourth preparatory committee meeting for the World Summit on Sustainable Development, Indonesia has the opportunity to contribute to the creation of global measures to save the planet. The Jakarta Post's Riyadi Suparno and Berni K.

Megawati to install 'Garuda' pedestal

Megawati to install 'Garuda' pedestal President Megawati Sukarno putri is scheduled to attend the ceremony to construct a pedestal of the huge statue Garuda Wisnu Kencana in Ungasan Hill, Jimbaran, some 30 kilometers south of Denpasar on June 5.

Another ban from the House?

Another ban from the House?The govt and the House prefer media restriction Bimo Nugroho Director Institut Studi Arus Informasi (ISAI) Jakarta2. Yvan -- The world is dominated by the fundamentalists of the market 1 x 32 48 pt BodoniDomination of market fundamentalists Yvan Magain Economist Brussels3.

Heated argument behind Nabiel

Heated argument behind Nabiel A simple meeting between Indonesian state minister for the environment Nabiel Makarim and Greenpeace activists produced a heated argument outside the meeting room.But it was not Nabiel nor Greenpeace activists who were in conflict, but the United Nations' security...

Indofood to issue US$200m bond to refinance debt

Indofood to issue US$200m bond to refinance debtThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Food products manufacturer PT Indofood Sukses Makmur plans to issue $200 million in U.S. dollar-denominated bonds and has appointed Credit Suisse First Boston Corp.

Telkom barred from making deal with VoIP operators

Telkom barred from making deal with VoIP operatorsRendi A. Witular The Jakarta Post JakartaThe government has asked state-owned telecommunications firm PT Telkom to cancel plans to establish a joint operating arrangement with 12 Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) operators, according to a senior...

1. Bebas: 10 x 4 lines

1. Bebas: 10 x 4 linesTension rises in East Aceh after students are released2. Narkoba: 20 x 2 linesDrug abuse becoming prevalent among teenagers in rural areas 3. Sopir: 24 x 2 linesCirebon Mayor Lasmana meets drivers' demand for fare hike 4.

The govt and the House

The govt and the House favor media restrictionBimo Nugroho Director Institut Studi Arus Informasi (ISAI) Jakarta The Indonesian media is under threat of a restriction that was initiated by the government, who formulates bills, and by the House of Representatives, who passes them.

House shows support for Endriartono

House shows support for Endriartono JAKARTA: The House of Representatives (DPR) on Tuesday officially endorsed the nomination of Gen. Endriartono Sutarto to lead the Indonesian military (TNI), replacing Adm. Widodo A.S.

Nation in dire need of leaders with conscience

Nation in dire need of leaders with conscienceDebbie A. Lubis, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta National leaders should learn more from Indonesian history and the founding fathers in an attempt to bring the country into a just, prosperous, and peaceful condition, scholars and observers said on Tuesday.

Punish errant officials, say legislators

Punish errant officials, say legislatorsDebbie A. Lubis, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Legislators have urged the government to mete out strict punishment against errant officials over the misuse of Rp 20 trillion (US$20 billion) state funds in three government institutions.Commission chairman P.L.

Tension rises in East Aceh after GAM frees students

Tension rises in East Aceh after GAM frees studentsNani Farida and Ibnu Mat Noor, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh Tension in war-ridden Aceh, especially East Aceh regency, was rising following the release by the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) of female students allegedly abducted early this month.

N. Sumatra councillors investigated

N. Sumatra councillors investigated MEDAN, North Sumatra: Nine members of regency and municipal legislatures in North Sumatra are to be investigated by the police for alleged involvement in criminal cases from January to April 2002.

Maluku front to sue govt over separatist charges

Maluku front to sue govt over separatist chargesThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Maluku Sovereignty Front (FKM) will file a suit against the government for branding the Front as a separatist movement and associating it with South Maluku Republic (RMS).

Bidding price "good and fair," says Niaga bidder

Bidding price "good and fair," says Niaga bidder Dadan Wijaksana The Jakarta Post Jakarta Although refusing to disclose its bidding price, the Malaysia- based financial group, Commerce Holding-Assets Bhd.

2. Indo (3 x 16)

2. Indo (3 x 16) Indofood to issue US$200m bond to refinance debt 3. Gas (1 x 24) Tokyo Gas eyes Tangguh LNG 4. PECC (2 x 18) Oil and weather, risks to Pacific economies 5. Gold (2 x 20) Gold reaches new highs on Kashmir dispute JP/

'Ideology is dead' in politics

'Ideology is dead' in politicsAsip A. Hasani, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Syafii Ma'arif hit the headlines recently when he said that there was no need to pit Muslims against nationalists. "Islam-oriented political parties only gained less than 10 percent of the total votes in the 1999 general...

'BaliTV' to voice local culture and tradition

'BaliTV' to voice local culture and traditionRita A. Widiadana, The Jakarta Post, Denpasar The first television station in the tourist island of Bali, BaliTV has launched its initial programs voicing the aspiration of the Balinese people to preserve their own culture and tradition.

Stock quotations on JSX

Stock quotations on JSX.rm .plStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on May 28, 2002:-------------------------------------------------------------- Shares Close Change Trading Volume -------------------------------------------------------------- Abdi Bangsa Tbk 375 -5 37,500 Ades...

Outspoken councillor suspended

Outspoken councillor suspendedAhmad Junaidi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta City councillor Ugiek Soegihardjo of the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI Perjuangan) has been suspended for reporting an alleged bribe he received from businessman Edward Surjadjaja, the party's senior councillor...

Key witness testifies on 1999 East Timor violence

Key witness testifies on 1999 East Timor violenceTertiani ZB Simanjuntak, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The first eyewitness testified on Tuesday during the trial of five suspected human rights violators believed to have been responsible for the deaths of civilians in Suai town, East Timor, following...

Regencies warned against blocking oil, gas fields

Regencies warned against blocking oil, gas fieldsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Minister of Finance Boediono warned oil and gas producing regions unsatisfied with the existing revenue split with the central government against launching a blockade on oil and gas operations in their...

Democratic yet effective government 'a challenge'

Democratic yet effective government 'a challenge'Kurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta To have a working democracy and an effective government constitutes the biggest challenges today, says former defense minister Juwono Sudarsono.

Educational budget

Educational budgetFrom KompasThe performance of applied research institutes in ten major cities remains poor (Kompas, April 16, 2002), except in Bandung. At present, Indonesia is not yet capable of competing with its counterparts in India and China.

Drug abuse, brawls prevalent among rural teenagers

Drug abuse, brawls prevalent among rural teenagersAgus Maryono, The Jakarta Post, Purwokerto Drug abuse, student brawls and pornography have reached an alarming level among junior and senior high school students in Central Java's rural areas.