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Mon, 23 May 2005
Local wood industry collapses
Local wood industry collapsesThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAbout two-thirds of the nation's wood-based industry has collapsed, with a "high cost economy" and aging machinery making them uncompetitive against more efficient economies such as China and Malaysia, said Indonesian Forestry Society (MPI).
Mon, 23 May 2005
* Politicians welcome move to detain KPU chief Page 3
* Politicians welcome move to detain KPU chief Page 3 * Australian drug suspect appeals to SBY for pardon Page 4 * Central govt to stay clear of local elections Page 5 * Are there lessons to learn from the Buyat case? Page 6 * Dengue fever makes a comeback in Jakarta Page 8 * Myanmar Shan rebels...
Mon, 23 May 2005
1. Disco --- 1x40
1. Disco --- 1x40 RI needs to make changes or it may be left behind 2. Chile --- 3x10 45 soldiers feared dead in Andes
Mon, 23 May 2005
AGO's move to drop probe against top firms queried
AGO's move to drop probe against top firms queriedMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe decision by the Attorney General's Office (AGO) to drop investigations into an alleged lending scandal involving two companies linked to leaders at the highest level of government, may backfire...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Thousands protest against U.S. over Koran incident
Thousands protest against U.S. over Koran incidentAgencies, JakartaThousands of Muslim activists staged a rally outside the United States Embassy in Jakarta on Sunday, condemning the alleged desecration of Islam's holy book Koran by interrogators at the U.S. detention center in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Progressive ideas 'should start from grassroots'
Progressive ideas 'should start from grassroots'Hera Diani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe entrenched patriarchal culture and growing religious extremism here meant progressive ideas on women and their position in Islam should be disseminated at the grassroots level first to minimize serious...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Thousands brace for Waisak
Thousands brace for Waisak MAGELANG, Central Java: Thousand of Buddhists have arrived here on Sunday for Waisak rituals at the Borobudur Temple, which will peak on Tuesday.They erected tents in the compound of the world's biggest temple and another Buddhist temple, Mendut, located a few kilometers...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Consumers bemoan debt collectors' methods
Consumers bemoan debt collectors' methodsThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAfter being roughed up by a credit card debt collector, Abadi Negara Sinulingga swore he would not pay the Rp 10 million (US$1,058) owing to the credit card company until he received an apology.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Steady rupiah to prop up stock market: Analysts
Steady rupiah to prop up stock market: AnalystsThe Jakarta Post, JakartaAnalysts expect the rupiah to remain flat against the U.S. dollar in the coming week due to a lack of sentiment.This steady outlook for the rupiah should help the local stock market remain in positive territory as undervalued...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Stop SMS gambling
Stop SMS gamblingFrom RepublikaA betting game under the guise of an SMS quiz with prize money, which in Malaysia has been declared to be gambling, has absorbed a lot of funds from the public and it should be banned.
Mon, 23 May 2005
~Checked/Approved/Final
~Checked/Approved/FinalPreserving nutrients in milk via UHT technology Made Astawan Jakarta astawan@indo.net.idMilk is the best food for land mammals because it contains an almost perfect composition of nutrients, such as water, protein, carbohydrates, minerals, fat, along with sufficient amounts...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Plan to campaign in local polls by VP criticized
Plan to campaign in local polls by VP criticizedTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaElection observers criticized on Sunday the plan of high-ranking state officials to campaign for candidates in the upcoming direct regional elections, saying it illustrated a lack of impartiality and would taint...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Politicians welcome move to detain KPU chief
Politicians welcome move to detain KPU chiefThe Jakarta Post, JakartaTop politicians welcomed the move to detain General Elections Commission (KPU) chief Nazaruddin Syamsuddin, saying it signaled real progress in the ongoing investigation of the high-profile corruption case.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Rector Forum to oversee Jambi poll
Rector Forum to oversee Jambi pollJAMBI: Poll fraud is likely in Jambi as there is only one organization accredited to observe the June 26 election for the post of Jambi Governor, an election official says.
Mon, 23 May 2005
RI needs to make changes or it might be left behind
RI needs to make changes or it might be left behind Japanese Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has visited Indonesia three times since Ambassador Yutaka Iimura became Japan's envoy to Indonesia in May 2002.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Japan, Malaysia reach agreement on FTA to boost trade, investment
Japan, Malaysia reach agreement on FTA to boost trade, investmentAssociated Press, Kuala LumpurMalaysia and Japan on Sunday agreed to set up a free trade area as part of a comprehensive economic relationship after resolving the last remaining differences in emergency, high-level talks.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Female artist, NGO help fight against human trafficking
Female artist, NGO help fight against human traffickingSri Wahyuni, The Jakarta Post, Gunungkidul, YogyakartaThe fourth grade students looked very happy as renowned TV presenter Dewi Hughes "taught" in front of their class.
Mon, 23 May 2005
The danger of poor broadcasting regulations for local election
The danger of poor broadcasting regulations for local electionR. Kristiawan, Jakarta Indonesia will soon see dozens of local direct elections. Next month alone, according to Cetro (The Center for Electoral Reform), there will be 181 elections, an average of six elections per day throughout the...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Vertu opens new store in Jakarta
Vertu opens new store in JakartaThe Jakarta Post, JakartaTo increase its share in the Indonesian market, luxury mobile phone manufacturer Vertu opened on Friday its latest outlet in the country at a six-star hotel here in Jakarta.
Mon, 23 May 2005
SBY, please axe the 'fiskal' tax
SBY, please axe the 'fiskal' tax When I came to Indonesia in 1958, optimism was in the air. My husband had a Master's degree in Economics and wanted to build up his country. Bread cost seringgit (Rp 2.5); one could catch a clean, safe Opelet (a six-seated public transport) on Jl.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, May 23, 2005
Where to go in Jakarta: Monday, May 23, 2005Exhibitions* Japanese Food Promotions at Hotel Nikko Jakarta, The Olive Tree Restaurant, Jl. MH Thamrin 59, Central Jakarta (Tel. 2301122), until May 31. * Photo Images from the Heart by Arbain Rambey, Arun Taneja, Charlie Sianipar, Deniek G.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Correction to article
Correction to articleRegarding my opinion piece titled Media, defamation and judicial review: Comparison with Australia published in The Jakarta Post on May 12, I would like to correct a small error in the article.
Mon, 23 May 2005
NISP values customers with 'Tanda Seru' drawing
NISP values customers with 'Tanda Seru' drawing Relaxing in a trendy up-market cafe, Shinta, a mother of two in her 30s, sips her cup of tea and sits back to enjoy a music performance by a reality TV star.
Mon, 23 May 2005
More Indonesian students choose to study in China's universities
More Indonesian students choose to study in China's universitiesRemmy Faizal, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe number of Indonesians studying in China stood at 3,750 in 2004, with the majority of them taking language courses.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Indosat expects growth in IPVPN
Indosat expects growth in IPVPNThe Jakarta Post, JakartaTelecommunications firm PT Indosat expects a growing trend in the use of Internet Protocol Virtual Private Network (IPVPN) as people begin to see the benefits of electronic business solutions.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Rival PHSI steps up hockey efforts
Rival PHSI steps up hockey effortsMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The breakaway board of the Indonesian Hockey Association (PHSI) has pledged to step up efforts to help develop field hockey in Indonesia.
Mon, 23 May 2005
1. BELLY -- 2 x 21
1. BELLY -- 2 x 21 Europeans learn to shake it the Arab way 2. TINA -- 1 x 55 German magazine for intercultural dialog with Indonesia
Mon, 23 May 2005
Bandarlampung candidates fight to win support of paramilitary group
Bandarlampung candidates fight to win support of paramilitary groupOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, BandarlampungShould a dangerous, paramilitary-style martial arts group be mixed up in the equally volatile world of politics?People are asking themselves this question in Bandarlampung, where the...
Mon, 23 May 2005
SBY's leadership for Indonesia and the world
SBY's leadership for Indonesia and the worldBantarto Bandoro, Jakarta President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's government is only eights months old since its inception last October. The President himself realizes that as a national leader he needs to demonstrate to the public his ability to manage the...
Mon, 23 May 2005
How to handle diplomacy, literacy?
How to handle diplomacy, literacy?JAKARTA: Can diplomacy and writing go hand in hand? T.S. Tirumurti, the new counselor at the Indian Embassy in Jakarta, said confidently that there would not be any problem in dealing with diplomacy and writing."By profession, I am a diplomat.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Election of PD leader stalled
Election of PD leader stalledWahyoe Boedhiwardhana, The Jakarta Post, DenpasarA tough debate over standing orders and statutes forced President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's political party to postpone the election of a party leader.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Lippo hands out Rp 250m to school
Lippo hands out Rp 250m to school BEKASI: As part of the a foster parent program, Lippo Cikarang donated Rp 250 million (US$26,300) to a state elementary school in Cibarusah Jaya subdistrict in Bekasi regency.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Ex-strongman Soeharto, still at large and larger than life
Ex-strongman Soeharto, still at large and larger than lifeWimar Witoelar, Jakarta Time stood still for a moment on the morning of May 21, 1998. Millions of hearts skipped a beat upon hearing the announcement on television. President Soeharto was stepping down from power.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Japanese products invade Indonesian households
Japanese products invade Indonesian householdsAbdul Khalik, The Jakarta Post, JakartaWhile his children watch the Japanese cartoon Doraemon on a Digitec Ninja television and his wife cooks breakfast with a Toshiba magic jar, Udin, 36, washes his Honda motorcycle in front of his house in Depok, West...
Mon, 23 May 2005
[b]Corruption cases at state enterprises
Corruption cases at state enterprises (As of May 18, 2005)Company Potential state losses1. PT Angkasa Pura I Rp 1.92 billion 2. PT Pelindo II/PT Jakarta Rp 17 billionInternational Container Terminal 3. PT Pelindo II US$149.935 Rp 1.24 billion 4. PT Pelindo III Rp 141 million 5.
Mon, 23 May 2005
E8020: for speed freaks in needs of portable power
E8020: for speed freaks in needs of portable powerZatni Arbi, Contributor, zatni@cbn.net.idYou may have often heard the name "Sonoma" mentioned by computer devotees lately, especially by those who always tote a notebook wherever they go.Actually, it is a code name that Intel Corp.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Dengue fever to soar again in May and June, officials says
Dengue fever to soar again in May and June, officials saysThe Jakarta Post, JakartaWhile the public is preoccupied with the spate of recent polio cases of late, the Jakarta administration called on Saturday for residents to stay vigilant against dengue fever, which is on the rise again.
Mon, 23 May 2005
New toll roads will not cure Jakarta's chronic congestion
New toll roads will not cure Jakarta's chronic congestionDamar Harsanto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Jakarta administration's plan to build more toll roads connecting busy areas might be seen as a good idea to some people, but transportation experts believe they could cause greater congestion.
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/5/ORCHID
JP/5/ORCHID Black orchid could lure tourists back to Poso Ruslan Sangadji The Jakarta Post/PosoWhile it is remains troubled by religious conflicts, the regency of Poso is one of the few in Central Sulawesi province with a great potential for tourism.
Mon, 23 May 2005
TV Program: Tuesday, May 24, 2005
TV Program: Tuesday, May 24, 2005TVRI .TB.30" .90" 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings6:00 News: Berita Pagi7:00 Cartoon: Tabaluga8:30 Music: Asik-asik10:00 Talk Show: Agribiz11:00 News: Berita Nusantara12:00 p.m.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Prayer in two languages
Prayer in two languages The recent arrest of a cleric in Malang who lead prayers in both Arabic and Indonesian shows that there is no tolerance of difference religious opinions in this country.Why should a man be charged with a criminal offense for merely praying unconventionally? By doing this,...
Mon, 23 May 2005
NISP customers have freedom in Singapore
NISP customers have freedom in SingaporeThanks to a cooperation agreement, Bank NISP customers traveling to Singapore can now withdraw money from 360 ATMs belonging to the OCBC Bank of Singapore.All Bank NISP holders of "Kartu Seru" cards can withdraw money from all ATMs belonging to OCBC Bank and...
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/5/MUI
JP/5/MUIKoran controversy hits JambiJAMBI, Jambi: Copies of the Koran carrying a photograph of gubernatorial candidate Zulkifli Nurdin have been circulating in Jambi over the past few days, sparking controversy ahead of the gubernatorial election on June 26.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Five pairs of candidates in Depok election
Five pairs of candidates in Depok electionBambang Nurbianto, The Jakarta Post, JakartaFive pairs of candidates have been declared eligible to contest the mayoral election in Depok on June 26.At least six pairs of candidates registered with the Depok General Elections Commission (KPUD), but one pair...
Mon, 23 May 2005
Stop SMS gambling
Stop SMS gamblingFrom RepublikaA betting game under the guise of an SMS quiz with prize money, which in Malaysia has been declared to be gambling, has absorbed a lot of funds from the public and it should be banned.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTO: diplomats
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTO: diplomats Vietnam was told by member states of the World Trade Organization that time was running out if it wanted to join the WTO by the end of the year, trade sources said over the weekend after a round of membership talks.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Indonesian shuttlers look for world titles
Indonesian shuttlers look for world titlesMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesian shuttlers, after failing once again to win the Sudirman Cup, will be looking for redemption at the World Championships in August in Anaheim, United States."Our spirits are high.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTO
Time running short on Vietnam membership bid for WTOVietnam was told by member states of the World Trade Organization that time was running out if it wanted to join the WTO by the end of the year, trade sources said over the weekend after a round of membership talks.
Mon, 23 May 2005
Vesconte strolls to RP Open win
Vesconte strolls to RP Open win MANILA: Australian Adam Le Vesconte broke through for his maiden Asian Tour title when he claimed a four-stroke victory in the US$200,000 Philippine Open on Sunday.Vesconte, who started the final round two strokes off the pace, fired a closing seven-under-par 64 for...
Mon, 23 May 2005
JP/5/KTP
JP/5/KTPAceh government ready to scrap red and white ID cards Nani Afrida The Jakarta Post/Banda Aceh"Oh ... you're holding a red and white identity card? You must be Acehnese then?"This sort of question is often heard during ID inspections whether within or outside of Aceh province.