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Mon, 19 May 2003
The Acehnese people deserve much better conditions
The Acehnese people deserve much better conditions Before his return to Bangkok on Wednesday, Thai Maj. Gen. Tanongsuk Tuvinum talked to The Jakarta Post's Kornelius Purba about his five-month experience in Aceh as the head of the Joint Security Committee (JSC), and his view about the future of...
Mon, 19 May 2003
Investment rises despite low demand
Investment rises despite low demandSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The fall in overall business as a result of the downturn in the global economy has also affected courier and cargo businesses in Indonesia.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Stock investors to cash in gains, rupiah to strengthen
Stock investors to cash in gains, rupiah to strengthenM. Taufiqurrahman The Jakarta Post JakartaProfit-taking is expected to dominate transactions on the Jakarta Stock Exchange this week as investors try to cash in on recent gains, an analyst has said.
Mon, 19 May 2003
CNOOC to get stake in Aussie project
CNOOC to get stake in Aussie project PERTH: China's national offshore oil and gas company CNOOC will pay A$544 million (US$348 million) for a 5.3 percent stake in the massive North West Shelf (NWS) gas project off the Western Australian coast, it was announced here on Friday.CNOOC Ltd.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Australia nabs 19 RI fishing boats
Australia nabs 19 RI fishing boats AUSTRALIA: Nineteen Indonesian boats have been impounded in Australia's latest crackdown on foreign vessels that poach fish in its northern waters, officials said on Sunday.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Extra costs incurred to secure university seats
Extra costs incurred to secure university seatsDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Many high school students who have just completed their final examinations are worrying about whether they can get into a quality university due to the limited number of seats.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Resource-rich Aceh suffers from prolonged violence
Resource-rich Aceh suffers from prolonged violenceA'an Suryana, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The war-torn province of Aceh is known for its rich natural resources, notably oil and gas, and yet its people are among the poorest in the country.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Millions to attend national exams
Millions to attend national exams JAKARTA: Around 4 million junior high school students nationwide begin national final examinations on Monday, a senior government official said.Indra Djati Sidi, the director general for elementary and high school education at the Ministry of National Education,...
Mon, 19 May 2003
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;JP; ANPAv..r.. Photo-documents-order Photo captionJP/Mulkan Salmona RECEIVING ORDERS: A DHL clerk in one of the company's branches in Jakarta receives an order from a client. Documents or packages are then sorted out according to type before being dispatched.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Indonesia hosts world forwarders' congress
Indonesia hosts world forwarders' congress The Indonesian Forwarders Association (INFA) will host the 41st annual congress of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders, which will be held in Nusa Dua, Bali, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Cost to be a teacher
Cost to be a teacherFrom KompasAs in the New Order period, graft practices continue to prevail in the recruitment of teachers, school principals and other civil servants throughout Indonesia. The selection of teachers as government employees in Cirebon and the surrounding regency during 2000/2001...
Mon, 19 May 2003
Protesters march on to Jakarta
Protesters march on to Jakarta BANDUNG: At least 300 people, mostly students, workers, farmers and fishermen from Bandung, West Java, continued on Saturday their long march to Jakarta, where they intend to stage a rally.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Interfaith figures call for review of education bill
Interfaith figures call for review of education billKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Leaders of various religions on Sunday jointly urged the House of Representatives (DPR) to delay endorsing the much-debated national education system bill and suggested that more discussions be held to...
Mon, 19 May 2003
New visa policy ill-timed
New visa policy ill-timedDewi Anggraeni, Journalist, Melbourne Indonesia is not the only country where state departments appear not to speak to one another. However this inter- departmental autism became acutely obvious when the government announced the presidential decree to revoke the 60-day,...
Mon, 19 May 2003
JP/8/holiday
JP/8/holiday2 x Long vacation not all fun for Jakartans as preparations poorJP/13/Deputy2 x 22House set to select new central bank deputy chief JP/2/weekend1 x 27Flights on several routes fully booked JP/2/MALAYSIA2 x 26Rival Indonesian gangs clash in Malaysia, one person killed
Mon, 19 May 2003
Hundreds of demonstrators demand subsidy for ARVs
Hundreds of demonstrators demand subsidy for ARVsArya Abhiseka, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Hundreds of people held a demonstration last Saturday, demanding the government disburse Rp 4.8 billion (US$539,325) as promised earlier, to help people with HIV/AIDS who need to buy antiretroviral (ARV) drugs.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Another marketing strategy to create buyer loyalty
Another marketing strategy to create buyer loyalty Syafruddin Chan Contributor JakartaWith competition in all kinds of businesses becoming tougher by the day, it is not surprising that marketers are racing to modify their marketing strategies.
Mon, 19 May 2003
'Workplace discrimination up in RI'
'Workplace discrimination up in RI'Moch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta An increasing amount of workplace discrimination in Indonesia, with gender discrimination topping the list, has at least one international organization very concerned.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Students to hold public stage
Students to hold public stage BOGOR: Students from various universities in Bogor will hold a day-long public discussion, titled Panggung Rakyat (Public Stage), on Wednesday to reflect on the last five years of the reform movement students helped spark.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Long vacation not all fun for Jakartans as preparations poor
Long vacation not all fun for Jakartans as preparations poorZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Jakartans appreciated last week's four consecutive days off but have questioned the government's preparations to make the most out of the long weekend in its efforts to boost domestic tourism.
Mon, 19 May 2003
Rights activists hail bill against domestic violence
Rights activists hail bill against domestic violenceMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Women's rights activists are hailing a decision from the House of Representatives to draft a bill against domestic violence, saying that the move was a welcome start to providing legal protection for...
Mon, 19 May 2003
We must crush
We must crush GAM for peace From Warta Kota Various efforts have been made to find an amicable settlement of the Aceh question: Humanitarian Pauses I and II and the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement, among others.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Thought of radiotherapy depresses cancer patients
Thought of radiotherapy depresses cancer patientsMaria Endah Hulupi, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "I was scared and shocked when my doctor told me I had cancer. Then he mentioned radiotherapy to treat the disease. It was really depressing," said Narto, who has nasopharynx cancer.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Indonesia hosts world forwarders' congress
Indonesia hosts world forwarders' congress The Indonesian Forwarders Association (INFA) will host the 41st annual congress of the International Federation of Freight Forwarders, which will be held in Nusa Dua, Bali, from Sept. 29 to Oct. 3.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Police release GAM leaders as Tokyo meeting starts
Police release GAM leaders as Tokyo meeting startsAgencies, Jakarta As the meeting commenced in the Japanese capital of Tokyo to help salvage the shaky peace in Aceh, police released on Saturday night the five negotiators of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM).
Sun, 18 May 2003
PIB opposes war in Aceh, urges talks
PIB opposes war in Aceh, urges talksThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta The New Indonesia Party (PIB) broke rank from mainstream political parties when they criticized the government's plan to launch a military crackdown against separatist rebels in Aceh.
Sun, 18 May 2003
RI issues last warning despite Tokyo talks
RI issues last warning despite Tokyo talksAgencies, Tokyo/Jakarta Last-ditch peace talks with the Free Aceh Movement (GAM) got underway in Tokyo on Saturday as Jakarta issued its final warning for the rebels to renounce their independence aspirations and accept the special autonomy status.
Sun, 18 May 2003
I have to feel good when singing: Brightman
I have to feel good when singing: BrightmanHera Diani, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta A woman lies writhing on the floor in a provocative outfit as vibrant music with strong influences from the Middle East plays in the background.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Political parties instrumental for democracy: Ichlasul
Political parties instrumental for democracy: Ichlasul Political observer Ichlasul Amal of Gadjah Mada University (UGM) was one of the country's prominent figures during the reform movement in 1998 while he was still rector of the oldest university in the country.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Packaged durian allows aficionados to bring it home
Packaged durian allows aficionados to bring it home Many durian aficionados have difficulty bringing home durian on airplanes or with courier service companies due to its pungent odor. Now, they can carry or order durian in plastic boxes from durian vendors like Rizal.
Sun, 18 May 2003
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checked by Rich FOR ADVERTORIALThe Jakarta Post Advertorial May 18, 2003 UPS promotion 'Synchronizing World of Commerce' boost businessA new way of commerce United Parcel Service (UPS) now provides Indonesian businesses with a breakthrough in the field of supply chain solutions through its vision...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Bambang Susanto Priyohadi, is a secretary of the Yogyakarta
Bambang Susanto Priyohadi, is a secretary of the Yogyakarta provincial administration. For one thing, since the reform movement began, we have all witnessed a big change in people's willingness to voice their opinions, although I have also noticed that many go too far.
Sun, 18 May 2003
On the Shelves
On the Shelves Bagaimana Perkawinan Bertahan dari Perselingkuhan (How a marriage survive from infidelity); By Charlotte Latvala, et. al.; Pinkbooks, March 2003; 103ppMany surveys have been conducted in the past few years on Indonesians' lifestyles and one of the results is quite shocking.
Sun, 18 May 2003
The Only Synagogue in Indonesia
The Only Synagogue in IndonesiaWahyuni Kamah Contributor SurabayaThe white Dutch-style building's architecture is simple and classical. Except for the mezuzah at its entrance and two Star of David carvings on the teakwood door, nobody would know that it is a synagogue.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Investment rises despite low demand
Investment rises despite low demandSudibyo M. Wiradji, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The fall in overall business as a result of the downturn in the global economy has also affected courier and cargo businesses in Indonesia.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Aceh: The people in waiting
Aceh: The people in waitingA massive military operation is looming in Aceh after the collapse of a truce between the government and Free Aceh Movement (GAM) separatists. The government has adopted a zero-tolerance approach towards the rebels in a bid to force the separatists to give up their armed...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Poor sanitation forces Aceh refugees to return home
Poor sanitation forces Aceh refugees to return homeNani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh Poor sanitation and health services have forced thousands of Acehnese refugees to return home, in spite of uncertain security conditions.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Pekanbaru's durian draws tourists
Pekanbaru's durian draws touristsHaidir Anwar Tanjung, The Jakarta Post, Pekanbaru, Riau For some people, durian is an absolute favorite, but many people hate it due to its overpowering aroma.But in Pekanbaru, the capital of Riau, durian is an attraction for both local or foreign tourists, mostly...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Keeping commerce in motion
Keeping commerce in motion The courier and air cargo industry, with their massive networks around the world, has substantially affected global and domestic economies.The services provided by air express and air cargo companies have become an important engine of economic growth for most countries.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Remembrance May: Not to be forgotten
Remembrance May: Not to be forgottenThe 1998 May riots was not the blackest period in Indonesia's long road to become the nation it is today, but the destruction, killings, violence, rape and general mayhem of the time scarred the hearts of all Indonesians.
Sun, 18 May 2003
UGM students try `lesung' in percussion show
UGM students try `lesung' in percussion showLeo Wahyudi S, Contributor, Jakarta Most young people, particularly those living in big cities, have never seen a lesung (wooden mortar for pounding rice). But in the hands of 10 students of the Yogyakarta-based Gadjah Mada University, the device, mostly...
Sun, 18 May 2003
People express dissapointment,
People express dissapointment,The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Five years have passed since the reform movement was first demanded by students from various universities in the capital and other major cities in the country.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Guitarist Mus Mujiono enjoys life by controlling his glucose level
Guitarist Mus Mujiono enjoys life by controlling his glucose level Diagnosed with diabetes in 1985 when he was about to have kidney surgery, jazz guitarist Mus Mujiono still enjoys his life today. He can even continue his music career.In fact, diabetes is not a new issue in his family.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Glucose-level test helps diabetics to live without limits
Glucose-level test helps diabetics to live without limitsEmmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Suffering from diabetes does not have to mean the end of the world. These days, diabetics can live without having any limits, just like other healthy people.
Sun, 18 May 2003
Five years may have passed, but the memory of the May riots
Five years may have passed, but the memory of the May riots remains fresh in many people's minds. Priest Ignatius Sandyawan Sumardi, the leader of the Team of Volunteers for Humanity and the recipient of the prestigious Yap Thiam Hien human rights award, reveals what needs to be done to stop the...
Sun, 18 May 2003
Reconciliation needed to curb new clashes
Reconciliation needed to curb new clashes Five years ago, the bloody May riots erupted nationwide and claimed almost 1,200 fatalities following the shootings of four Trisakti University students at their campus in West Jakarta.
Sat, 17 May 2003
Loyalists announce support for Hamzah
Loyalists announce support for HamzahKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Supporters of United Development Party (PPP) chairman Hamzah Haz backed his leadership on Friday, vowing to push for the reelection of the veteran politician during a five-day congress starting on May 20.
Sat, 17 May 2003
Despite arrests, Japan hopes to host talks
Despite arrests, Japan hopes to host talks Japan's foreign minister said in Tokyo on Friday she was hopeful talks between Indonesian officials and Aceh separatists would ease tensions, even as the sudden arrest of several rebel negotiators threatened to scuttle the weekend meeting.
Sat, 17 May 2003
Buddhists attend celebration of Waisak Day at Borobudur Temple
Buddhists attend celebration of Waisak Day at Borobudur TempleTarko Sudiarno, The Jakarta Post, Yogyakarta Thousands of Buddhists celebrated on Friday Buddha's Day of Enlightenment, or Waisak, at the famed Borobudur temple in Magelang, Central Java.
Sat, 17 May 2003
U.S. to issue `greenback' with more colors
U.S. to issue `greenback' with more colorsJAKARTA: As part of an ongoing effort to combat counterfeiting for its currency, U.S. government recently unveiled a new US$20 note design with enhanced security features and subtle background colors.