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Mon, 11 Jan 1999
More spending on 'people's economy'
More spending on 'people's economy'From NeracaOn Jan. 5 President Habibie unveiled the 1999/2000 draft state budget. Irrespective of the controversy over the deficit and large financial sources as cited in the draft budget, it is wise to take into account the worries expressed by our economists...
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Mahathir plans tour to fix possible election date
Mahathir plans tour to fix possible election date KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): Malaysian Premier Mahathir Mohamad is to embark on a nationwide tour after revamping his cabinet in a bid to gauge public sentiment and fix a possible election date, party insiders and analysts said on Sunday.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Police secretary killed in house fire
Police secretary killed in house fire MEDAN, North Sumatra: The secretary to the North Sumatra police chief and her mother were killed Saturday in their home in a fire apparently caused by an exploding gas stove.Second Sgt.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Sand mining firms told to renew licenses
Sand mining firms told to renew licenses JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Mines and Energy Kuntoro Mangkusubroto has given sand quarrying companies off Batam Island until June 6 this year to renew their licenses.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Renault, Mitsubishi sign deal
Renault, Mitsubishi sign deal TOKYO (AFP): French automaker Renault SA has placed massive orders for turbochargers with Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and plans to triple purchases in two years, a business daily said Saturday.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Village chief tortured to death
Village chief tortured to death IPUH, Bengkulu: Hundreds of Makmur Java villagers in North Bengkulu ran amok and tortured to death village chief Syamsul Jakfar, police said.North Bengkulu police precinct chief Lt. Col.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Megawati warns of outburst of anger over unfair election
Megawati warns of outburst of anger over unfair election JAKARTA (JP): Megawati Soekarnoputri warned on Sunday of possible outbursts of popular anger if the June 7 general election failed to proceed freely and fairly.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Asia sovereign credit risk is improving
Asia sovereign credit risk is improving HONG KONG (Reuters): Asian sovereign credit risk is declining as many countries show improvements in their external positions, but the outlook for banks and companies remains murky, analysts said on Friday.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Deflation rears its ugly head in crisis-hit Asia
Deflation rears its ugly head in crisis-hit Asia SINGAPORE (AFP): When Asian currencies hit record lows in mid- 1997, the region's economies were saddled with high inflation due largely to expensive imported items which the region heavily relied on.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Employees of Taman Mini go on strike over bonus
Employees of Taman Mini go on strike over bonus JAKARTA (JP): Some 800 employees of the 900-strong workforce of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah (the Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park) in East Jakarta went on strike on Sunday to press their demands for a raise in their annual Idul Fitri allowance.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Contracts for Natuna gas fields to be extended
Contracts for Natuna gas fields to be extended JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Mines and Energy Kuntoro Mangkusubroto said the government would extend production sharing contracts (PSCs) on gas fields west of Natuna island to allow contractors to earn more revenue from the sale of gas to Singapore.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Golkar shifts stance in political bills debate
Golkar shifts stance in political bills debate JAKARTA (JP): The debate on whether Indonesia's 4.1 million public servants should be allowed a political role has entered a new phase with the dominant Golkar functional group showing signs of relenting.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Investors agree to reduce value of 'marked up' roads
Investors agree to reduce value of 'marked up' roads YOGYAKARTA (JP): Investors in 21 troubled toll road projects have agreed to lessen the projects values and shorten the concession periods following allegations that the contracts were obtained from the government through corruption, collusion and...
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Marine clay exports denied
Marine clay exports denied We refer to your article "Plans to import discarded Singaporean clay questioned" on Dec. 28, 1998.We would like to reiterate that the Singapore Ministry of the Environment (ENV) has not granted approval to any Singapore or Indonesian company to export excavated materials,...
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Exhibitions * Photo Exhibition: Dari Lengser Sampai Semanggi, at Galeri Foto Jurnalistik Antara, Jl. Antara No. 59 Pasar Baru, Central Jakarta (Phone: 3458771), 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., until Jan. 14.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Mahathir tries to regain footing ahead of polls
Mahathir tries to regain footing ahead of pollsBy Nelson Graves KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters): Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has clipped his own wings to stem mounting criticism over his sacking of Anwar Ibrahim and regain the political initiative ahead of general elections.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Jakarta starts seeing exodus as Idul Fitri holiday nears
Jakarta starts seeing exodus as Idul Fitri holiday nears JAKARTA (JP): Despite the monetary crisis, thousands of people carrying overloaded bags flocked to the city's major bus terminals and train stations on Sunday for the ritual Idul Fitri exodus.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Guard stabbed while defending bonuses
Guard stabbed while defending bonuses TANGERANG (JP): A security guard at footwear manufacturer PT Starwin in the Cikupa district here was seriously injured after being attacked by six armed robbers in the early hours of Saturday.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Bogor students plan new rally
Bogor students plan new rally JAKARTA (JP): Students in Bogor pledged to stage fresh rallies shortly after the Idul Fitri holiday, promising the rallies would not be marred by violence.The statement was made by leaders of various student groups during a meeting on Saturday evening at the Al Falaq...
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Tea producers predict another gloomy year
Tea producers predict another gloomy year JAKARTA (JP): Local tea producers have predicted another gloomy outlook this year as overwhelming supply in the world market would continue to depress tea prices.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
RI banking sector future 'still gloomy'
RI banking sector future 'still gloomy' NEW YORK (Dow Jones): Moody's Investors Service says that even if the proposed bank recapitalization plan for the Indonesian banking system is successfully implemented, the immediate ratings implications are limited, as the sector continues to face major...
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Legislators abducted over election
Legislators abducted over election MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: Around 300 people on Saturday dragged 11 councilors out of a session of the West Lombok legislative council and forced them to deliver to Governor Harun Al Rasjid their objection to the government's list of candidates for regent.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Rescuers search for tidal wave victims
Rescuers search for tidal wave victims ZAMBOANGA, Philippines (DPA): Navy and civilian rescuers frantically searched on Sunday for 12 people missing after tidal waves battered coastal villages in the southern Philippines, killing at least six.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Riddles solved
Riddles solved As I stared at the harbor lights -- the stars were invisible -- moments before the world entered 1999 -- I believed I had the answers to some of the riddles confronting the nation today.First, there is the hunt for the treasures of former president Soeharto.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Ramadhan time for Jakarta
Ramadhan time for JakartaMonday Maghrib 6:16 p.m.Tuesday Imsak 4:15 a.m. Subuh 4.25 a.m.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Hardship 'driving people to violence'
Hardship 'driving people to violence' JAKARTA (JP): Economic hardships have driven people to such desperation that many are ignoring the Ramadhan fasting month tenet of self-control, scholars agreed on Saturday.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
How neutral is 'neutral'?
How neutral is 'neutral'? "Neutrality" in Indonesian politics has meant anything but neutral, just like our "democracy" is not really democratic. This has been the case throughout the 32 years of the New Order regime.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Minister's decision upsets Golkar boss Akbar Tandjung
Minister's decision upsets Golkar boss Akbar Tandjung JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Cooperatives and Small Enterprises Adi Sasono was in disagreement with Golkar chairman Akbar Tandjung on Saturday when he reiterated his decision not to campaign for Golkar in this year's general election.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Expatriates operating illegal businesses in Jepara
Expatriates operating illegal businesses in Jepara JAKARTA (JP): The Ministry of Manpower will take measures against more than 170 expatriates who are operating their businesses illegally in the Central Java town of Jepara.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Quarantine office head removed for bribery
Quarantine office head removed for bribery JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Justice Muladi has temporarily removed the acting head of the city's immigration quarantine office from his post for allegedly receiving a Rp 40 million bribe in exchange for the release of two foreigners, an official said.
Mon, 11 Jan 1999
Govt set to repeal subversion law
Govt set to repeal subversion law JAKARTA (JP): The government is scheduled to repeal the Subversion Law next week in response to fierce public criticism and in order to bring the Criminal Code into accordance with the recently approved anti-torture convention.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Why poverty alleviation schemes fail
Why poverty alleviation schemes failBy Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): Heads of state, bureaucrats, employers and military leaders never starve when poverty grips an authoritarian society. Democracy, by contrast, would spread the penalty of famine to the ruling groups and the political leadership,...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
38 rebel arrested in Lhokseumawe
38 rebel arrested in Lhokseumawe JAKARTA (JP): At least 38 followers of separatist leader Ahmad Kandang were arrested on Saturday morning in Lhokseumawe, Aceh, the military said, while Ahmad himself remains at large.The raid, part of the Wibawa '99 Operation led by North Aceh Police chief Lt.Col.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Jakarta no haven for migrant workers
Jakarta no haven for migrant workersBy Stevie Emilia JAKARTA (JP): Glittering skyscrapers, fancy cars and luxurious malls full of shoppers might confirm Jakarta's status as a cosmopolitan city.The bright lights have lured many people from various parts of the country to seek a better life here.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
First Lady opens cheap market
First Lady opens cheap market JAKARTA (JP): Accompanied by her husband B.J. Habibie, First Lady Hasri Ainun Habibie opened a three-day cheap market on Saturday at the National Monument (Monas) Park aimed at providing city dwellers with food and other basic needs at very affordable prices for...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Landslide claims more lives in Garut after Bali tragedy
Landslide claims more lives in Garut after Bali tragedy JAKARTA (JP): Five residents, including a father and son, who were working to clear out mud from a landslide in Garut, West Java, died when another landslide hit them on Friday. As of Saturday at least two more were believed to have died.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Poor accept poverty as their lot in life
Poor accept poverty as their lot in lifeBy Fadjar, M. Achadi and Tjahjono Ep. YOGYAKARTA (JP): More than a year and a half have passed, but there is no sign that the crisis will soon be over. Life becomes more difficult and more and more people become poor.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Crisis ruins poor people's dreams
Crisis ruins poor people's dreams The crisis has shattered many people's dream, and it seems that there is no sign that it will be over soon. The Jakarta Post visited the home of some of the poorest people in different areas of Indonesia to see their real life situation, and talked with experts on...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Entranced 'ebeg' dancers dance with death with feats
Entranced 'ebeg' dancers dance with death with featsText and photos by Agus Maryono PURWOKERTO, Central Java (JP): In the beginning, Darsono's dance looks normal, rhythmic, amusing, and extremely dynamic.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
The terrible headache of the 'krismon'
The terrible headache of the 'krismon' JAKARTA (JP): It must be the krismon (monetary crisis), why else would I be having more difficulty reading now? Newspapers are shrinking and the print has become smaller -- media moguls must also be economizing on printing ink too, because the letters have...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Balinese sculpture, from mysticism to handicraft
Balinese sculpture, from mysticism to handicraftBy Putu Wirata DENPASAR, Bali (JP): More than 100 Balinese wooden statues are on display at the Puri Lukisan Museum from Dec. 19 to Feb. 4. The exhibition, "The Legacy," is presenting the historical development of sculpting from its initial concept as...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
INDORENT: Respected business offering convenience, flexibility
INDORENT: Respected business offering convenience, flexibility Uncertain times demand flexibility, convenience and intelligent financial management in order to survive and get ahead of the pack. Indonesia today is an economically tumultuous environment, making adaptability and budgeting more...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Rural people admit defeat at hands of economic crisis
Rural people admit defeat at hands of economic crisisBy Gin Kurniawan and Teddy Novan GUNUNGKIDUL, Yogyakarta (JP): A young woman sat quietly in front of her modest house with a vacant look on her face. Nobody knows what she was thinking.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Tennis body seeks world rankings boost
Tennis body seeks world rankings boost JAKARTA (JP): The Indonesian Tennis Association (Pelti) has made the world rankings of national players' its major agenda for the year, the association's Secretary-General Sugeng Sarjadi said.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Election monitoring
Election monitoring In reference to a Jan. 7, 1999's news story in The Jakarta Post under the headline "Universities band together to form poll watchdog," the final part of which refers Dr. T. Mulya Lubis as "a founder of the Independent Election Monitoring Committee," allow me to give the...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Harvest failure, economic crisis make people poorer
Harvest failure, economic crisis make people poorerBy Yacob. J. Herin MAUMERE, East Nusa Tenggara (JP): Harvest failure in the past year has driven more people in Sika regency, already suffering due to the economic crisis, to the brink of poverty.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Transport services to fit your needs
Transport services to fit your needs Living in a cosmopolitan city like Jakarta, it is not always practical to be driving one's own vehicle.With its solid infrastructure and 24-hour services, Golden Bird, fills the space for car-hire needs.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Crisis drives wedge between families
Crisis drives wedge between familiesBy Ainur R. Sophiaan SURABAYA (JP): For many people, this year's Idul Fitri won't be the same as before. There will be neither new clothes nor abundant food. Worse still, they might not be able to afford a family reunion, a very long-standing tradition in the...
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Soldiers on alert in Karawang
Soldiers on alert in Karawang JAKARTA (JP): Soldiers were still on guard on Saturday around the devastated business district in Karawang, West Java, which was hit by a major riot the day before, to prevent any possible fresh outbreak of unrest.
Sun, 10 Jan 1999
Private stations suffered during New Order
Private stations suffered during New OrderBy Brillianto K. Jaya JAKARTA (JP): The oppressive political climate in the New Order era meant that the freedom of private television stations was severely hampered.