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Sempati rating lowered

Sempati rating lowered JAKARTA (JP): Pefindo, Indonesia's only credit rating agency, has decided to downgrade the rating of PT Sempati Air's Rp 50 billion (US$21.09 million) commercial paper to B with from A-4 previously.

Indonesia defeats Kiwis in Federation Cup opening

Indonesia defeats Kiwis in Federation Cup opening JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Fed Cup team defeated New Zealand 2-1 yesterday on the first day of Group A's round-robin matches at the Asia Oceania Qualifying Group I in Wellington.

RI and Australia to sign maritime agreement

RI and Australia to sign maritime agreement JAKARTA (JP): Indonesia and Australia are to sign a maritime agreement Friday delineating the continental shelf and their Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) in three areas.

Where to go in Jakarta:

Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Radisson Hotel, Jl. Pecenongan 72, Central Jakarta: - Lobby Lounge Bar; Vino on Bass and Yudi on Piano, Mona and Nongky (Singers), Monday to Saturday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. * Ancol Travelodge, Jl. Lodan Timur No.

Public to get Subway project explanation

Public to get Subway project explanation JAKARTA (JP): The public will be informed about the progress of the subway project as soon as financing and other matters are clear, Governor Surjadi Soedirdja said yesterday.Surjadi said not everything was clear yet.

Pollution detector installed

Pollution detector installed PURWAKARTA, West Java: An air pollution monitoring instrument will soon be installed in this rapidly industrializing district of West Java, Antara reported yesterday."It's time for Purwakarta to have such an instrument to measure the air pollution caused by the town's...

Golf body hopes locals will rise at Indonesia Open

Golf body hopes locals will rise at Indonesia Open JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Golf Association hopes seven locals will qualify for the final of the Satelindo Indonesia Open 1997 next month."We hope national players Maan Nasim, Kasiyadi, Ilyasak and Marno are among the qualifiers," association...

Democracy vs efficiency at WTO

Democracy vs efficiency at WTOBy Djauhari Oratmangun This is the second of two articles. GENEVA (JP): What lessons from the Singapore Ministerial Conference-WTO can we expect to characterize future multilateral trade negotiations within the WTO system?First, negotiations within the WTO system --...

Ramos bans screenings of maid's life story

Ramos bans screenings of maid's life story MANILA (AFP): Philippine President Fidel Ramos yesterday banned a movie on Filipina maid Sarah Balabagan's ordeal in the United Arab Emirates, saying it could upset ties between Manila and Abu Dhabi, officials said.

Community of free traders

Community of free traders The presence of more than 600 business leaders from all over the world, including 100 from major American corporations, at the first ASEAN business summit which opens today speaks volumes about the region's economic potential.

U.S., RI to boost trade ties

U.S., RI to boost trade ties JAKARTA (JP): A delegation of almost 100 senior U.S. business executives will be in Jakarta from March 12 to March 14 to promote U.S.-Indonesia trade investment relations and participate in a series of programs to understand ASEAN.

Dua Satu Tiga Puluh offers shares to public

Dua Satu Tiga Puluh offers shares to public JAKARTA (JP): PT Dua Satu Tiga Puluh, a company established by President Soeharto to support the development of a prototype of the N-2130 passenger national jet aircraft, yesterday began the offering of the company's shares to the public.

Zarina tried to bribe us, say police officers

Zarina tried to bribe us, say police officers JAKARTA (JP): Three police officers testified in court Monday that Zarina, charged with possession of Ecstasy, tried to bribe them as they confiscated a safe containing the drug from her house.

Never let differences divide, Wahono says

Never let differences divide, Wahono says JAKARTA (JP): House Speaker Wahono reminded the nation yesterday that differences are acceptable and should not be allowed to cause enmity and division between people.

ASEAN CCI strives to wipe out poverty

ASEAN CCI strives to wipe out poverty JAKARTA (JP): The ASEAN Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASEAN CCI) supports ASEAN 2020's economic vision of eradicating poverty and increasing the region's share of world trade.

Poll rigging exposers jailed

Poll rigging exposers jailed SEMARANG: Ungaran district court sentenced two students to two years in prison Monday for claiming to have exposed violations of the 1992 election rules by government officials.

Supreme Court asked to address lawsuit rumors

Supreme Court asked to address lawsuit rumors JAKARTA (JP): Lawyers representing Megawati Soekarnoputri called on the Supreme Court yesterday to respond to growing rumors that the law courts have succumbed to government pressure in trying cases involving the ousted PDI chairwoman.

'Lebaran' holidays

'Lebaran' holidaysFrom Pikiran RakyatAfter reading Kang Atang Ruswita's letter about "Lebaran" holidays on Feb. 14, 1997, I came to the conclusion that neither Ayi, who brought up the holiday matter, nor Akang who commented on it, were aware of the holiday regulations pertaining to Civil Service...

PT Eterindo to issue 170m shares

PT Eterindo to issue 170m shares JAKARTA (JP): Integrated chemical producer PT Eterina Wahanatama will list 170 million shares or 25 percent of its capital on the Jakarta and Surabaya stock exchanges in May.

Stock Exchange

Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on March 11, 1997: Shares Close Change Trading Volume --------------------------------------------------------- Dharmala Insurance 1,500 0 0 Ades Alfindo 1,025 0 0 Andayani Megah 1,025 -25 170,000 AHAP Insurance 2,675 0 0 Argha...

Problems of the post-shipment import system

Problems of the post-shipment import system Beginning next month, the inspection of imports will change from pre-shipment inspection to on-arrival inspection. Economist Hartojo Wignjowijoto, president of PT Aspecindo Kreasi, a business consulting company examines the shift.

Archers' training off target

Archers' training off target JAKARTA (JP): The female archery squad's discord is only a misperception between the archers and their coach, according to the SEA Games team archery training director.Udi Harsono said Monday the dispute had arisen because the archers' training programs were...

Quake damages over 100 houses

Quake damages over 100 houses TERNATE, Maluku: One hundred and eight houses in Galela district, North Maluku regency, are in various states of disrepair after an earthquake and a number of aftershocks hit the region last Thursday, Antara reported yesterday.

Comfort women to sue Japan, government

Comfort women to sue Japan, government YOGYAKARTA (JP): Almost 250 comfort women forced to work for the occupying Japanese troops during the Second World War are rejecting a government plan to divert Rp 9 billion (US$4 million) to rest homes, their lawyers said yesterday.

Illegal flyer suspects get legal aid lawyers

Illegal flyer suspects get legal aid lawyers JAKARTA (JP): The Foundation of the Indonesian Legal Aid Institute (YLBHI) confirmed yesterday that three men detained by police for allegedly possessing inflammatory flyers had asked RO Tambunan to defend them.

Philips' markets new handset

Philips' markets new handset JAKARTA (JP): Dutch telecommunications equipment maker Philips Consumer Communications, introduced its new cellular handset yesterday which offers voice dial.The handset, dubbed Spark, is part of Philips' new series of Global System for Mobile (GSM) terminals after...

Feisal firm on ABRI's dual role

Feisal firm on ABRI's dual role JAKARTA (JP): The Armed Forces (ABRI) will stick to its dual defense and sociopolitical function for the foreseeable future, its commander Gen. Feisal Tanjung said yesterday.

Police called on to stick to ethics

Police called on to stick to ethics JAKARTA (JP): A former National Police Chief called yesterday on police officers to stick to police ethics in their work.Gen. (ret) Kunarto said ethical behavior improved the professionalism of the police and encouraged people to trust the police more.

S. Sulawesi gets new daily

S. Sulawesi gets new daily UJUNGPANDANG, South Sulawesi: A new regional newspaper, Binabaru, was launched here yesterday. It will be in competition with Fajar and Pedoman Rakyat.Truitje Musila is the general manager while Sayamsu Nur is the chief editor, Antara reported.

PLN's meter readings

PLN's meter readings I do not think too many voices would be raised in dissent if I say that PLN is an inefficient outfit -- and I am not referring to the blackouts which, to be fair, seem to be getting less frequent in our area, though I still have to call in our very noisy generator from time to...

Policeman found murdered

Policeman found murdered JAKARTA (JP): A policeman was found murdered at his home in the police housing complex in Cilangkap, East Jakarta, the City Police spokesman said yesterday.Lt. Col. E. Aritonang said the victim, Sgt.Maj.

ASEAN CCI want active private sectors

ASEAN CCI want active private sectors JAKARTA (JP): The ASEAN Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASEAN CCI) has called on private sectors to be more active in influencing their governments to establish an integrated economy in Southeast Asia.

Inefficiency causes fall in textile exports

Inefficiency causes fall in textile exports JAKARTA (JP): The poor performance of Indonesia's services sector was blamed yesterday for the declining growth of textile and textile-product exports over the past few years .

Fadel to go ahead with plan to take over GKG

Fadel to go ahead with plan to take over GKG JAKARTA (JP): The chairman of the Bukaka group, Fadel Muhammed, will go ahead with his plan to take over the assets of the bankrupt Golden Key Group (GKG) despite rumors that he faces financial difficulties in doing so.

Soeharto visits Nasution in hospital

Soeharto visits Nasution in hospitalAntara JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto visited Gen. (ret) Abdul Haris Nasution at Gatot Soebroto Army Hospital yesterday.The President was accompanied by Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono and his daughter Titiek Prabowo.

Disinterested or lazy

Disinterested or lazy I agree with G.S. Edwin (Sunday, March 9) that the phrase "It's so easy" is not usually very constructive. However, in the case of the Indonesian language, it is perfectly true. Any foreigner who is still unable to hold a simple conversation in Indonesian within six months of...

The Stage

The Stage I am writing in reference to the article Jakarta cafe culture catches on (Sunday, March 9, page one). The article read: "Beyond the success of a number of cafes many have also failed. The Stage, Blue Note, Upstairs, Zach and Metropolis are just a few of the unsuccessful ventures.

F-16 crash blamed on weather

F-16 crash blamed on weather JAKARTA (JP): Armed Forces Chief Gen. Feisal Tanjung confirmed yesterday that one person died when an Air Force F-16 fighter crashed on landing at the Halim Perdanakusumah military air base Monday.Feisal blamed the accident on the weather.

Top riders line up for motocross c'ship

Top riders line up for motocross c'ship JAKARTA (JP): The world's top 15 riders are expected to fight an exiting battle next week in Yogyakarta at the World 125cc Moto Cross Championship, the season's opening competition.

Teenager married a transvestite

Teenager married a transvestite JAKARTA (JP): Shockwaves of disbelief are rippling through an East Kalimantan community after it emerged a local teenager's bride is in fact a transvestite, reports said yesterday.

Malaysia starts rubber pact, urges fair prices

Malaysia starts rubber pact, urges fair prices KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysia, the world's third largest rubber producer, launched a global rubber price pact yesterday and urged consumers, especially the world's five big tire makers, to support prices.

Rubber futures prices up

Rubber futures prices up SINGAPORE (AFP): Rubber futures prices in Singapore ended higher yesterday on bigger turnover, dealers said.Volume for the four contracts traded on the Singapore Commodity Exchange Ltd. climbed to 2,665 tons from 1,295 tons a day earlier.April RSS 1 was last traded at 174.

The fundamentals of moral integrity

The fundamentals of moral integrityBy Mochtar Buchori JAKARTA (JP): In times of turmoil, hope and fear, I always look for somebody who is dependable, conscientious and morally courageous. I need to recognize such personalities to generate a feeling within myself that I am not walking blindly, but...

Standard tariff for ASEAN

Standard tariff for ASEAN JAKARTA (JP): The ASEAN Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Working Committee for Infrastructure and Tourism (WCIT) has proposed charter tariffs among nonscheduled airlines in the region be standardized.

BOC wins RI contract

BOC wins RI contract LONDON (Reuter): BOC Plc said yesterday that its BOC Gases division and a joint venture partner had won a contract to supply oxygen and power to PT Smelting Co in East Java, Indonesia.

Security troops drop into markets

Security troops drop into markets JAKARTA (JP): The army conducted security drills yesterday in Greater Jakarta in preparation for the May general election.Drills were conducted around Hotel Indonesia, the Senen Market, Central Jakarta, the downtown business centers of Jl.

PDI rifts shows up lack of democracy

PDI rifts shows up lack of democracyBy Asip Agus Hasani YOGYAKARTA (JP): Cornelis LAY, a political scientist based at Gadjah Mada University's Inter-University Center, once described Indonesian politics as having a "barbarian" face because of the ever-decreasing opportunities made available to...

Warring tribes in Timika agree to end violence

Warring tribes in Timika agree to end violence JAKARTA (JP): The death toll in the tribal clashes in Irian Jaya has risen to four, but conflicting parties agreed to end the violence Sunday in a traditional "tying up the arrows" ceremony.

Swindled by experts

Swindled by expertsFrom Pos KotaOn March 3 at 11 a.m., I left my bank on Jl. Gunung Sahari for Jatinegara. When I arrived at the Jatinegara market, I met someone who claimed to be a Korean. The man asked me how he could get to Glodok as he wanted to take his computer there.

'RI can learn from loss to Saudis'

'RI can learn from loss to Saudis' JAKARTA (JP): The All-Indonesian Football Federation (PSSI) should learn a lot from the country's defeat by Saudi Arabia in Sunday's friendly match in Singapore, the assistant national coach Parlin Siagian said Sunday.