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Analysts warn of TNI influence

Analysts warn of TNI influenceM. Taufiqurrahman, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPolitical analysts have expressed concern that the emergence of former military generals as contenders in the upcoming presidential election would put the nascent democracy at risk and may herald the arrival of an autocratic...

Rights team begins probe into Manggarai shooting

Rights team begins probe into Manggarai shootingYemris Fointuna, The Jakarta Post, Kupang, East Nusa TenggaraA National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) team arrived in Manggarai regency, East Nusa Tenggara, on Wednesday to begin an investigation into alleged human rights abuses during a...

Semen Gresik cement sales rise 15%

Semen Gresik cement sales rise 15% JAKARTA: PT Semen Gresik, an Indonesian cement maker, Wednesday said its total cement sales in the first quarter of this year rose 15 percent on year to 3.42 million metric tons from 2.98 million metric tons, mostly because of an increase in domestic sales.

Susilo, Kalla power hungry: Agum

Susilo, Kalla power hungry: Agum JAKARTA: Communications minister Agum Gumelar said on Wednesday that Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Jusuf Kalla had withdrawn from the Cabinet just to pursue their political ambitions.

Supreme Court nullifies regulations on coal tax

Supreme Court nullifies regulations on coal taxFitri Wulandari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Supreme Court has nullified two government regulations on taxation in the coal mining sector, a move that may increase investment in the sector.

Four percent of drug users children

Four percent of drug users children JAKARTA: About 4 percent of drug users in the country are under 17 years old, a study conducted by the International Labor Organization (ILO) revealed.The study also found that two of 10 drug users are involved in selling and distributing illegal drugs from the...

Japan firms split on yuan

Japan firms split on yuan TOKYO: Japanese companies are split on the desirability of a possible appreciation of the yuan, with some saying it might prompt them to move factories in China to other bases in Asia, a survey said on Wednesday.

Activist Yanti fights against all odds

Activist Yanti fights against all oddsTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta "Small businesses would never stand a chance against larger corporations unless there were incentives in place to help them, in the same way that women need some sort of incentive to boost their chances in competing...

Supreme Court annuls regulations on coal tax

Supreme Court annuls regulations on coal taxFitri Wulandari The Jakarta Post Jakarta The Supreme Court has nullified two government regulations on taxation in the coal mining sector, a move that may increase investment in the sector.

Taxi driver stabbed to death

Taxi driver stabbed to death TANGERANG: A driver with the Blue Bird Taxi Group was found dead near Taman Tekno Bridge in Cadas Mapar, Setu village, Cisauk district of Tangerang regency on Wednesday morning.The victim, identified as Sapto Priatmo, 38, died of severe stab wounds to his neck and chest.

Mulyati 'did not know' about smuggled pistol

Mulyati 'did not know' about smuggled pistolEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe lawyers of Mulyati Santosa, defendant Gunawan Santosa's mother, said on Wednesday that their client had been unaware that she had smuggled a .

AOP 2003 net profit falls 19.84 percent

AOP 2003 net profit falls 19.84 percentZakki Hakim, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The country's largest automotive parts producer PT Astra Otoparts (AOP) announced on Wednesday a 19.84 percent drop in 2003 net profit mostly because of the company's move to produce low-cost components for cheap Multi...

ASEAN to push for FTA with Australia, NZ

ASEAN to push for FTA with Australia, NZReuters, Singapore In a policy shift brought about partly by changing political winds in Malaysia, Southeast Asia on Wednesday proposed launching free trade talks with Australia and New Zealand by the end of the year.

NGOs smell graft in Ladia Galaska project

NGOs smell graft in Ladia Galaska projectNani Farida, The Jakarta Post, Banda Aceh, AcehA number of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Aceh called on the martial law administration on Wednesday to investigate possible irregularities in the controversial Ladia Galaska highway project.

Akbar: One last chance to play a leading role

Akbar: One last chance to play a leading role On Wednesday Gen. (ret) Wiranto beat out Golkar Party leader Akbar Tandjung in the contest to select the party's presidential candidate.Muhammad Qodari of the Indonesian Survey Institute (LSI), talked with The Jakarta Post's Soeryo Winoto about the...

Council probed over alleged markup

Council probed over alleged markupFadli, The Jakarta Post, Batam, RiauThe Batam Prosecutor's Office is investigating an alleged markup on 45 Pentium IV desktop computers allocated to the Batam Legislative Council (DPRD II) last year, a senior prosecutor said on Tuesday.

Priest held over defamation case in Kupang

Priest held over defamation case in Kupang KUPANG, East Nusa Tenggara: Priest and legislative candidate Matheos Lenggu has been arrested by police on charges he defamed a fellow member of his political party.Matheos was picked up by South Jakarta Police officers First. Insp. Syamsuddin and Brig.

TV Program: Wednesday, April 21, 2004

TV Program: Wednesday, April 21, 2004.TB.30" 1.00" TVRI .TB.30" .90" 6:00 a.m. News: Berita Pagi7:00 Children Show7:30 Music8:30 Music: Asyik-Asyik10:00 Entertainment News: Show Biz11:00 Singing Contest: Konteswara12:00 p.m.

S and P says Thai companies still lack transparency in post-crisis era

S and P says Thai companies still lack transparency in post-crisis era Agence France-Presse Bangkok The majority of Thailand's bluechip corporations still lag far behind global standards of transparency, despite efforts for reform after the 1997-1998 economic crisis, Standard and Poor's said on...

MIER upgrades Malaysia's economic growth forecast

MIER upgrades Malaysia's economic growth forecastM.Jegathesan, Agence France-Presse, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia's economy is likely to grow at a better-than-expected 6.7 percent this year on the back of an improved global outlook, the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) said on Tuesday.

Enough is enough: Said Agil

Enough is enough: Said Agil BATAM, Riau: Minister of Religious Affairs Said Agil Husein Al Munawar said on Tuesday the government would not ask the Saudi Arabian government for a larger quota for Indonesians who wish to go on the 2005 haj pilgrimage.

Politicians courting military criticized

Politicians courting military criticizedTiarma Siboro, The Jakarta Post, JakartaExperts have lashed out at civilian politicians who are seeking to link up with military figures in the upcoming direct presidential election, only six years after they embarked on a reform movement aimed at putting...

San Miguel sets sights in Asian region

San Miguel sets sights in Asian region Philippine food and beverages giant San Miguel set its sights on expanding abroad Tuesday after posting a 30 percent rise in net profit for the first quarter, boosted by brisk beer sales.San Miguel Corp.

World Bank sees growth but new investment unlikely

World Bank sees growth but new investment unlikelyDadan Wijaksana, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe World Bank said Indonesia's economy could grow faster this year thanks to a better global trade picture, but warned of poor performance in the investment sector.

Big debtors cleared

Big debtors cleared The Indonesian Bank Restructuring Agency (IBRA), which will entirely shut down its operations later this month, has been busy pressuring large debtors to settle their debts to the government.

Regional governments enter cellular business

Regional governments enter cellular businessDewi Santoso, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Three provincial and five regental administrations have agreed to join telecommunications firm PT Indonesian Satellite Corporation (Indosat) to launch Star One, the company's new fixed wireless service, by the end...

Three RI migrants killed in brawl

Three RI migrants killed in brawl KUALA LUMPUR: Three Indonesian migrant workers were stabbed to death and several others injured during a clash between rival gangs in Malaysia's eastern Sarawak state, news reports said Tuesday.Two of the dead were identified as Joni and Rosli, both 30.

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Democracy demands change in business leadership Eric E. Hallett Head, Business English Center Prasetiya Mulya Business School Jakarta, Indonesia eric@pmulya.ac.id2. Yayan -- Intermeshed issues challenge new government 2 x 30 New government to face intermeshed domestic, international issues Yayan...

Teachers join dance, music classes

Teachers join dance, music classes BOGOR: At least 100 local teachers joined traditional dance and angklung music classes to help them prepare their schools for an upcoming student competition in June and the Bogor Art Festival in August.

Rating upgrade likely: Minister

Rating upgrade likely: Minister Indonesia's credit ratings will likely improve if the upcoming presidential elections run smoothly, Coordinating Minister for the Economy Dorodjatun Kutjoro-Jakti said on Tuesday.

BNI to issue up to $200m in bonds in May

BNI to issue up to $200m in bonds in MayThe Jakarta Post, JakartaPublicly listed Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) is set to issue subordinated bonds worth US$200 million in May or June to help strengthen its capital, the bank's president said.

Govt promises no fuel, electricity hikes in 2005

Govt promises no fuel, electricity hikes in 2005 Zakki Hakim and Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe current administration has decided not to raise fuel prices or electricity rates next year, meaning that the state budget will have to subsidize the two commodities.

Democracy demands change in business leadership

Democracy demands change in business leadershipEric E. Hallett, Head, Business English Center, Prasetiya Mulya Business School, Jakarta, Indonesia, eric@pmulya.ac.id Every once in awhile I hear a friend or colleague murmuring their desire to return to the "good old days" in Indonesia when Pak Harto...

Kartini still a teacher and guide for us today

Kartini still a teacher and guide for us todaySimon Marcus Gower, Executive Principal, High/Scope Indonesia School, Jakarta There is a very wise young Javanese lady who has much to teach the people of Indonesia, and indeed people all around the world, in this current year of 2004.

Gus Dur, NU to discuss presidency

Gus Dur, NU to discuss presidency MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: Abdurrahman "Gus Dur" Wahid will attend a gathering of prominent Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) clerics here on Wednesday to set criteria for eligible presidential candidates.

Jasa Marga, ad agency summoned

Jasa Marga, ad agency summoned JAKARTA: The Jakarta Police will summon witnesses from toll road operator PT Jasa Marga and advertising agency PT Rainbow Cipta Utama for questioning in their investigation of the illegal felling of over 200 mangrove trees in Kapuk, North Jakarta.

Rp 24m stolen from official's car

Rp 24m stolen from official's car TANGERANG: Two unidentified men riding a RX King motorcycle managed to make off with Rp 24 million in cash they took from an official's car parked inside the Tangerang municipal office car park on Tuesday.

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on April 20, 2004

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on April 20, 2004 __________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume __________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 275 0 0 Ades Alfindo Tbk...

Student futsal games to be staged

Student futsal games to be staged JAKARTA: Sixteen universities across Java island will compete in the Djarum Super Futsal Weekend Games 2004 at the Bung Karno Basketball Hall in Senayan, Central Jakarta.The 16 teams have been divided into four groups.

Pakistan upbeat on entry into ARF

Pakistan upbeat on entry into ARFPAKISTAN: Prime Minister Zafrullah Khan Jamali on Tuesday expressed confidence that rival India would agree to Pakistan's entry into a security forum of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).

JP/2/IFJ

JP/2/IFJWorld press association calls for Fery's releaseThe Jakarta Post Jakarta The International Federation of Journalists has reiterated its demand for the release of RCTI television cameraman, Fery Santoro, who has spent almost 10 months as a hostage of the Free Aceh Movement (GAM).

Govt promises no fuel, electricity hikes in 2005

Govt promises no fuel, electricity hikes in 2005Zakki Hakim and Urip Hudiono, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe current administration has decided not to raise fuel prices or electricity rates next year, meaning that the state budget will have to subsidize the two commodities.

Court to start trying Abepura case

Court to start trying Abepura case MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: The trial of two Military chiefs for high-profile human rights abuses in Abepura, Papua, will start on May 7, an official said on Tuesday. Makassar District Court spokesman Heru Pramono said his office would be used by an ad-hoc court to...

'Renovate but don't alter original design'

'Renovate but don't alter original design'The renovation of Luar Batang Mosque in Pasar Ikan, North Jakarta, has unavoidably replaced most of the building materials with brand-new marble and bricks, although retaining the original design.

Kartini shed light on women

Kartini shed light on women Of course, most Indonesians will remember April for the elections. For the majority of Indonesian women, however, the month of April, the beginning of spring in Europe and elsewhere, is closely associated with Raden Ajeng Kartini from Rembang, Central Java, who during...

Police detain three key suspects in two latest bank fraud cases

Police detain three key suspects in two latest bank fraud casesP.C. Naommy, The Jakarta Post, JakartaPolice announced on Tuesday the detention of three of nine suspects in the fraud cases involving the now defunct Bank Dagang Bali (BDB) and Bank Asiatic.According to National Police Spokesman Brig.

East Asia's economy brightest in four years

East Asia's economy brightest in four yearsKarl Malakunas, Agence France-Presse, Singapore East Asia's economies will grow nearly twice as fast as the world rate this year on the back of China's continued strength, helping to lift millions of people above the poverty line, the World Bank said on...

New government to face intermeshed domestic and international issues

New government to face intermeshed domestic and international issuesYayan GH Mulyana, Fulbright Program Alumnus, Bogor, West Java, yanvontsazik@yahoo.com On April 13, 2004 The Jakarta Post published an article by Bantarto Bandoro entitled New diplomatic challenges await next government.

RI tells Israel to quit killing Palestinians

RI tells Israel to quit killing PalestiniansThe Jakarta Post, JakartaIndonesia demanded on Monday that Israel return to negotiations with Palestinian leaders and quit using violence to settle heated disputes between the two peoples, Antara news agency reported from New York on Tuesday.

PDI-P councillor, wife found dead in Medan

PDI-P councillor, wife found dead in Medan MEDAN, North Sumatra: A legislative candidate from the Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle (PDI-P) was found dead with his wife on Monday night at his rented house here.The dead were 40-year-old Pahala Sianipar and his wife, Imelda Pangaribuan, 31.