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Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Kopaja criticizes policy on new buses
Kopaja criticizes policy on new buses JAKARTA (JP): The city public transportation cooperative (Kopaja) has demanded simpler procedures in buying new buses for its members in efforts to them save money.The head of the cooperative, V.W.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Medals Tally
Medals Tally Gold Silver Bronze Total Thailand 17 9 8 34 Indonesia 4 10 9 23 Philippines 4 4 4 16 Malaysia 3 3 7 13 Vietnam 2 3 2 7 Myanmar 1 1 4 6 Brunei 0 1 0 1 Laos 0 0 1 1 Singapore 0 0 0 1 Cambodia 0 0 0 0
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Rights body called to study legal products
Rights body called to study legal products SEMARANG (JP): A leading rights activist has called on the National Commission on Human Rights to study all legal products which could be used to violate human rights.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Mayoralty to celebrate Xmas
Mayoralty to celebrate Xmas JAKARTA (JP): South Jakarta Mayoralty employees will celebrate Christmas at the Granadha building on Jl. Sudirman tonight.The chairman of the organizing committee, D. Siboro, said over the weekend that the celebration is meant to thank God and strengthen brotherhood...
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
TV today
TV todayTVRI 2:35 p.m. TV Series: Saber Rider and The Star Sheriff 3:05 Children's Program: Riang Ria 3:30 TV Series: The Crystal Maze 4:30 School Quiz: Cepat Tepat 5:00 Evening News 5:30 Technology 6:05 Nusantara, the Beloved Country: Central Java 6:15 Village Program 6:30 Foreign Report 7:00...
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
ICMI power links questioned
ICMI power links questioned JAKARTA (JP): The independence of the influential Association of Indonesian Moslem Intellectuals (ICMI) has been called into question following the announcement of its new executive board.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Adi Sasono defensive upon election
Adi Sasono defensive upon election JAKARTA (JP): Adi Sasono, 52, was all smiles following the announcement that he had been elected secretary of the Association of Indonesian Moslem Intellectuals (ICMI) over the weekend.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Seminar on poverty
Seminar on povertyFrom NeracaA seminar dealing with poverty was recently held in one of Jakarta's star-rated hotels. The seminar was led by the Ministry of Transmigration, and attended by two hundred and fifty local and foreign delegates.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Wind destroys abandoned houses
Wind destroys abandoned houses PADANG, West Sumatra: Dozens of houses were destroyed by a strong wind that swept through the Andalas University housing complex in Ulugadut near here on Friday.There were no reports of casualties, Antara said.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Attache case causes bomb scare
Attache case causes bomb scare BANGKOK (Reuter): An unusually heavy, unattended attache case caused a bomb scare yesterday at a hotel where officials of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) were meeting.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Discipline civil servants, manpower official says
Discipline civil servants, manpower official says JAKARTA (JP): Imprecise job descriptions and the absence of controls are blamed for lack of discipline among government employees.An assistant to the minister of manpower said on Friday that it is common for civil servants to fool around or even...
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
I miss daily hassles
I miss daily hassles It is funny how memories are remembered. I spent the last two years of my life working as a bule in Jakarta, and like many of those who submit to "Your Letters" and those that read the column, I can readily relate to the daily hassles discussed.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
ICMI's challenge
ICMI's challenge President Soeharto, in his address at the opening of the second congress of the Association of Indonesian Moslem Intellectuals (ICMI), asked the organization to be aware of the universal nature of Islamic teachings and of specific peculiarities distinct to all nations.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Thailand shines in Southeast Asian Games
Thailand shines in Southeast Asian Games CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Host Thailand stormed to a commanding lead at the 18th Southeast Asian Games here yesterday as defending champion Indonesia scrambled to stay in the medal race.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Floods inundate 1,000 houses
Floods inundate 1,000 houses SERANG, West Java (JP): More than 1,000 houses in Kragilan and Rangkasbitung were inundated by water when the banks of the Ciujung River broke on Saturday.Part of the Serang-Jakarta toll road was also covered by 60 centimeters of water, Antara reported.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * Hotel Arya Duta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Bonauli vocal group, Monday and Wednesday from 7 p. m. to 1. p. m.; Los Morenos, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday from 7 p. m to 11 p. m.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Artist launches a book
Artist launches a book JAKARTA (JP): Landscape designer Made Wijaya, whose real name is Michael White, has launched his book Stranger in Paradise - Diary of an Expatriate in Bali.The launching ceremony was held at the Regent Hotel on Friday.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Bakrie, Jibuhin sign deal
Bakrie, Jibuhin sign deal JAKARTA (JP): PT Bakrie Tosanjaya (BT), an automotive component producer, signed over the weekend a memorandum of understanding with Jidosha Buhin Kogyo (Jibuhin) of Japan to establish a joint venture to manufacture engine components.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Flood begins to recede
Flood begins to recede MALANG, East Java: Floods that have inundated 10 districts in Malang regency since the Lestian riverbanks broke last Tuesday began to recede over the weekend.Seven people were killed, either drowned or victims of a landslide that came with the flooding, Antara said.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Ex-serviceman arrested over drugs
Ex-serviceman arrested over drugs JAKARTA (JP): Three people, including one ex-serviceman and a woman, have been arrested during an anti-narcotic drive launched by city police over the weekend.The main suspect, a former member of the Red Berets, identified only as Zai, 52, was arrested at his...
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Results
Results CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Finals results at the Southeast Asian Games here Sunday:Cycling25km ITT women: 1. Chamchun Chaleam (Tha) 36:23.84 2. Nurhayati (Ina) 37:24.21 3. Nuraini (Ina) 39:03.9050km ITT men: 1. Suphat Srisawai (Tha) 1:04:39.471 2. Tonton Susanto (Ina) 1:07:21.051 3.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Malaysia oil palm growers to face competition from RI
Malaysia oil palm growers to face competition from RI KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysian oil palm growers need new strategies to retain their key role in the industry, where Indonesia is becoming an increasingly important player, a senior Malaysian palm oil official said.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Hotels dress up for Christmas and New Year
Hotels dress up for Christmas and New Year JAKARTA (JP): In welcoming Christmas and New Year, hotels throughout the city are competing by offering special prices, entertainment and improved services, including security.The "war of the hotels" is obvious by their discounts.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Garuda sets extra flights
Garuda sets extra flights JAKARTA (JP): The flag carrier Garuda Indonesia will provide 110 extra flights with 26,506 seats to cater for the increase in the number of passengers during the upcoming Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year holidays.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
AFTA council compromises on RI farm products
AFTA council compromises on RI farm productsBy Riyadi BANGKOK (JP): A compromise was finally reached by members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which capitulated to Indonesia's request to withdraw 15 farm products from the list of hasty tariff reductions.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Foreign fund inflow boosts JSX index
Foreign fund inflow boosts JSX index JAKARTA (JP): Signs of a better Indonesian economy brought an influx of foreign funds into the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) last week and propelled its composite index up by 19.4 points (four percent) to 506.12 from the week's opening of 486.72.
Mon, 11 Dec 1995
Malaysia to build $2.0b patrol vessels
Malaysia to build $2.0b patrol vessels KUALA LUMPUR (Reuter): Malaysia expects to award by June next year a contract worth more than five billion ringgit (US$2 billion) to build 27 offshore patrol vessels (OPV) for its navy, defense officials said yesterday.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Four dead in RP ambush
Four dead in RP ambush ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines (Reuter): Four rubber traders were killed and five wounded in an ambush yesterday in Zamboanga del Sur by gunmen believed to be members of a Moslem group fighting for autonomy in Mindanao in the southern Philippines, a senior army officer said.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Exhibiting war, arts to commemorate end of WWII
Exhibiting war, arts to commemorate end of WWII This article is based on an interview with Dadang Christanto, the only Indonesian artist to participate in the Asian Peace, Artwar and Art '95 exhibition held in Osaka, Japan. The exhibition opened on Oct. 8 and closes on Dec. 17.Text by R.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
'Tabuh Rah', a celebration by the god Siwa
'Tabuh Rah', a celebration by the god SiwaBy Putu Wirata DENPASAR (JP): In the yard of a pura (temple) two armed roosters -- each equipped with taji (metal spurs) on their feet -- were fighting. They ferociously clawed at each other until one collapsed.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Indonesia set to grab first SEA Games gold medal
Indonesia set to grab first SEA Games gold medalBy Dwiatmanta CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): Indonesia hopes to take the first gold medal on offer at the 18th Southeast Asian Games here as the sporting meet gets into full swing today, but host Thailand is hoping to snatch it away too.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Guess What?
Guess What? Actresses usually have the capability to speak before a crowd, but not many are capable or eager to talk about social problems.Desy Ratnasari is one of the rare Indonesian actresses with the capacity.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Indian Chapathis
Indian Chapathis There is a slight error in my article entitled How to make Indian Chapathis and Puris, published in the Sunday issue of The Jakarta Post on Dec. 3, 1995. In the recipe "chole", after the sentence Wash and soak chickpeas overnight, there should be the following explanation: Next...
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
One SE Asia, one security doctrine?
One SE Asia, one security doctrine? An ASEAN-security doctrine for the whole of Southeast Asia may be a matter worth considering, argues Bunn Nagara. A security doctrine works as a body of guiding principles governing strategic perceptions, embodying political concerns, based on state interests,...
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Beauty and the beast: What the camera doesn't show
Beauty and the beast: What the camera doesn't showBy Sam Greenhill JAKARTA (JP): It is the wisp of cloud above the crater that adds the magic touch. But for all the admirers of the breathtaking shot of Mount Semeru in the morning light, there is one person who doesn't like it: the man who pressed...
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Protesters end Dutch embassy sit-in
Protesters end Dutch embassy sit-in JAKARTA (JP): Some 55 East Timorese and non-East Timorese protesters ended their two-day occupation of the Dutch embassy late afternoon yesterday and were immediately bussed to the South Jakarta Police Precinct.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Art explores Peru-RI link
Art explores Peru-RI link JAKARTA (JP): The ambassador of Peru had a problem. How could he raise money for charity, make a contribution to Indonesia's 50th anniversary and at the same time raise Indonesian's awareness about his country?A competition, simple.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Dealing with Jakarta taxi drivers
Dealing with Jakarta taxi drivers JAKARTA (JP): Getting out of a taxi in Bukittinggi, West Sumatra recently, I was surprised when the driver returned the Rp 200 change with a broad smile and a "Have pleasant trip" gesture. It was very unusual.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Mortar shell kills three
Mortar shell kills three ZAMBOANGA, Philippines (AFP): Three persons, including a 13- year-old boy and a local militia member, were killed and seven others were wounded when a mortar shell they were tinkering with exploded, a military report said yesterday.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
TV today
TV todayTVRI 7:00 a.m. Morning News 7:30 Healthy and Fit with Berty Tilarso 7:40 TV Series: Speed Keteers 8:05 Children Program: Panggung Gembira Anak 8:35 Children Stories 9:00 People and Events 9:30 Comedy: Ria Jenaka 9:45 Indonesian Music: Album Minggu Ini 10:45 Youth Program: Temu Remaja 11:45...
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Webb to concentrate on keeping basketball crown
Webb to concentrate on keeping basketball crown CHIANG MAI, Thailand (AFP): Filipino guard Jason Webb, 21, must blot out thoughts of family tragedy to concentrate on defending the Philippines' basketball crown at the Southeast Asian Games here.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Nearly 50 hurt in Bangladesh strike violence
Nearly 50 hurt in Bangladesh strike violence DHAKA (Reuter): Nearly 50 people were injured in clashes between police and opposition activists as Bangladesh was virtually closed down yesterday on the first day of a 72-hour strike.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Guess What?
Guess What? Slamet Rahardjo Djarot finds teaching most interesting."I am tired of making big-screen films because they are never accepted in the market. Moreover, I don't have a lot of money to produce them. I am broke now," said Slamet during the First National Arts Congress early this week.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Labor theater helps improve workers' rights
Labor theater helps improve workers' rightsBy T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): Pierce Brosnan rehearsed the famous line "My name is Bond, James Bond" every morning while brushing his teeth. Jodie Foster spent a few months learning a new language before her convincing role as an isolated woman in Nell.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
ICMI elects Adi Sasono to accompany Habibie
ICMI elects Adi Sasono to accompany Habibie JAKARTA (JP): The congress of the Indonesian Moslem Intellectuals (ICMI) came to a smooth end yesterday with the re- election of B.J. Habibie as chairman and the election of activist Adi Sasono as secretary general.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Indonesia soccer win to motivate others
Indonesia soccer win to motivate others JAKARTA (JP): Defeating archrival Malaysia 3-0 in the 18th SEA Games soccer match might motivate other Indonesian athletes to win medals at the SEA Games in Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Indonesian unveils defense document
Indonesian unveils defense document Leonard C. Sebastian provides an analysis of the first defense White Paper recently put out by the Indonesian government. Indonesia is only the second country in Southeast Asia after Thailand that now has a public defense document that it can defend in the...
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Games opened in splendid style
Games opened in splendid styleBy Dwi Atmanta CHIANG MAI, Thailand (JP): The cool atmosphere of this northern Thailand city turned warm yesterday with the grandiose cultural performance that launched the 18th Southeast Asian Games.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Woman dedicates her life to help prisoners
Woman dedicates her life to help prisonersBy T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): More than five years have passed since the death of human rights campaigner Yap Thiam Hien, but Ade Rostina Sitompul still remembers one thing he told her."Praying alone is not enough.
Sun, 10 Dec 1995
Rights commission armed with independence
Rights commission armed with independence In conjunction with Human Rights Day, which falls today, The Jakarta Post runs the following article on the National Commission on Human Rights and its role in the effort to improve human rights condition in Indonesia. Two more stories appear on Page 7.By T.