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Team to probe Munir's death proposed

Team to probe Munir's death proposedTony Hotland, The Jakarta Post, JakartaActivists and close friends of noted rights campaigner Munir submitted on Friday, to the government, candidates for an independent team, who would assist the police in investigating his mysterious death.

Bridge in Palembang may collapse due to excessive urination

Bridge in Palembang may collapse due to excessive urinationMuhammad Uzair, The Jakarta Post, PalembangThe Palembang Transportation Office will soon reroute heavy vehicles from Ampera bridge to the Musi II bridge in the near future because a section of the Ampera bridge continues to slope at an...

Quake hits Nabire, 17 people dead

Quake hits Nabire, 17 people deadNethy Dharma Somba, The Jakarta Post, JayapuraA powerful earthquake rocked the Papua town of Nabire on Friday afternoon, leaving at least 17 people dead and 33 others injured, and destroying hundreds of buildings.

'Virgin' recalled from movie theaters

'Virgin' recalled from movie theaters MAKASSAR, South Sulawesi: The Makassar administration officially recalled on Friday the locally produced movie titled Virgin from theaters here, for an indefinite period, for allegedly containing immoral scenes and dialog.

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Papuans banned from flying flags

Papuans banned from flying flagsJAYAPURA, Papua: As Papua's independence anniversary draws near, the Papua provincial administration reiterated its demand on Friday for Papuan residents to refrain from marking the occasion.

Anton the 'poorest' Cabinet minister

Anton the 'poorest' Cabinet ministerMuninggar Sri Saraswati, The Jakarta Post, JakartaWith Rp 389 million (US$43,000) in assets, Minister of Agriculture Anton Apriyantono is the "poorest" of 11 Cabinet members whose wealth has been verified by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK).

Nurdin's detention extended: Police

Nurdin's detention extended: Police JAKARTA: The police have extended the detention period of former lawmaker Nurdin Halid, a suspect in the smuggling of 73,000 tons of sugar from Thailand last May, for another 30 days, pending his transfer to prosecutors.National Police chief of detectives Comr.

Civil servants play hooky despite longer holiday

Civil servants play hooky despite longer holidayEva C. Komandjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe absentee rate in government offices after the Idul Fitri holiday slightly rose compared to last year, despite the fact that civil servants were granted more time off.

Nahdlatul Ulama stuck between ego and ambition

Nahdlatul Ulama stuck between ego and ambitionBlontank Poer, The Jakarta Post, Surakarta Ahead of the 31st Congress of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), which will be held at the Donohudan Haj Dormitory, Surakarta, the focus of its members is on the heightened rivalry between supporters and opponents of...

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov.26, 2004

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov.26, 2004 ____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume _____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 225 0 0 Ades Alfindo...

Febi, Hendri advance to doubles final

Febi, Hendri advance to doubles finalMoch. N. Kurniawan, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Third seeds Febi Widhianto and Hendri Susilo of Indonesia advanced to the doubles final of the US$6,250 Indonesia Men's Satellite Tennis Circuit by defeating Ketut Nesa Arta of Indonesia and Gafur Ishmatov of...

ASEAN insists that Australia and NZ sign no-war pact

ASEAN insists that Australia and NZ sign no-war pactAgencies, Vientiane/Canberra Southeast Asian officials insisted on Friday that Australia and New Zealand sign a non-aggression pact with ASEAN to dispel any misconception about their intentions in the region.

Tino Sidin's work on display

Tino Sidin's work on displayYOGYAKARTA: In a bid to commemorate as well as show appreciation for once-prominent artist Tino Sidin, coffee shop Ministry of Coffee, Jl. Prawirotaman, is running a 15-day exhibition of the late artist's sketches.

Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the

Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the eradication of corruption in its first 100-day program. In this context, the first thing to do must be to put law-enforcement agencies -- the prosecutors, the judges and the police -- in order, to ensure they are corruption-free.

More labor exporters to be closed down

More labor exporters to be closed down JAKARTA: The government has agreed to shut down several labor exporting agencies and provide better protection for Indonesian migrant workers employed in the informal sector abroad.

Thriving China forces ASEAN to raise its game

Thriving China forces ASEAN to raise its gameAlan Wheatley, Reuters, Singapore After spending more than five years and millions of dollars on plans to build a US$550 million power station, Michael Reading knows how hard it it can be to do business in Southeast Asia.

OPEC officials to visit RP

OPEC officials to visit RP MANILA: Senior officials of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) will visit the Philippines next month to discuss the impact of high oil prices and OPEC policies, the Energy Department said on Friday.

Mangrove forests turned into shrimp ponds and squatter camps

Mangrove forests turned into shrimp ponds and squatter campsOyos Saroso H.N., The Jakarta Post, BandarlampungShrimp farm companies have again complained over land clearance conducted by local residents that is impeding their operations and endangering the surrounding environment.

Bustanil acquitted of Bulog charges

Bustanil acquitted of Bulog charges JAKARTA: The Attorney General's Office has halted the investigation into former head of the State Logistics Agency (Bulog) Bustanil Arifin for alleged corruption, due to insufficient evidence.

Govt's battle with KBC, a year late and $300m short

Govt's battle with KBC, a year late and $300m shortRiyadi Suparno, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Indonesian tax office has suddenly become merciless against tax evaders and swiftly sent Loedito Setyawan Poerbowasi, son-in- law of former vice president Sudharmono, to Cipinang penitentiary for alleged...

Yushchenko appeals to Supreme Court to declare poll void

Yushchenko appeals to Supreme Court to declare poll voidAgencies, Kiev/Vilnius, UkraineDefeated presidential candidate Viktor Yushchenko filed an appeal with Ukraine's Supreme Court on Thursday to declare the election results invalid, the Interfax news agency reported, stepping up actions in the...

Appeal for modest living

Appeal for modest livingFrom KompasThe Minister of Agriculture has followed in the footsteps of the speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly, who rejected a luxury car and accommodation. The move may also be imitated by other ministers of the new Cabinet.

There seems to be no better example than the present

There seems to be no better example than the present administration under the newly elected president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono -- at least outwardly -- to jump into immediate action when a crisis arises, responding almost as thought it were a public relations exercise.

Before the project

Before the projectOct. 2, 1990: PT Manggala Pratama owned by Tantyo Sudharmono expresses its interest in participating in the geothermal business. June 16, 1993: Pertamina asks PT Manggala about the follow-up to its proposal.

1. Buyat (47) - 60 pts 2cols 4line (4x10)

1. Buyat (47) - 60 pts 2cols 4line (4x10)Govt shares blame in Buyat Bay case: Alwi 2. Cabinet (43) - 36 pts 3cols 2lines (2x22) Susilo to make first visit as president to restive Aceh 3. Energy (38) - 32 pts 2cols 2lines (2x20)Bakrie firm awarded extension for oil block 4.

Nokia phone smuggling scam sets off alarm bells

Nokia phone smuggling scam sets off alarm bellsEvi Mariani, The Jakarta Post, JakartaThe Blora Center, an independent body that monitors reports from the public on corruption and abuse of power, revealed that thousands of smuggled Nokia cellular phones have flocked the local market.

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ASEAN summit more than a ceremonial occasion Bantarto Bandoro Jakarta2. Dan -- Indonesia's Micro-entrepreneurs know Business Best Practices 2 x 30 Indonesia's micro-entrepreneurs know best business practices Daniel Kingsley Jakarta

Susyana wins bronze in Asian wushu c'ship

Susyana wins bronze in Asian wushu c'ship JAKARTA: Indonesian women's wushu athlete Susyana won bronze at the Asian Wushu Championships in Yangon, Myanmar, on Wednesday according to the Indonesian Wushu Association (WI) here.

Jakarta in dispute over Tanah Abang

Jakarta in dispute over Tanah AbangThe City Council and the administration are in a tug-of-war over plans to demolish the Tanah Abang textile market in Central Jakarta.While the Council tries to delay the demolition, which is opposed by textile traders, the administration and city-run market...

The Ismail Marzuki Arts Center (TIM) seems to have been

The Ismail Marzuki Arts Center (TIM) seems to have been forgotten now. While in the past this arts center was always associated with quality performances from the regions and other countries, today it is only a place where people have their lunch, make love in their cars or see a movie.

Corruption-free agencies

Corruption-free agenciesFrom Koran Tempo Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the eradication of corruption in its first 100-day program. In this context, the first thing to do must be to put law-enforcement agencies -- the prosecutors, the judges and the police -- in order, to...

ASEAN to endorse Thai FM as UN head

ASEAN to endorse Thai FM as UN headLAOS: The 10-nation Association of Southeast Asian (ASEAN) bloc will formally endorse Thai Foreign Minister Surakiart Sathirathai next week for the post of United Nations secretary-general.

Traffic accidents kill six motorists

Traffic accidents kill six motorists TANGERANG: Six people were killed in three separate traffic accidents that took place at about the same time on Tuesday.In the first accident, two butchers on a motorcycle were hit by a container truck on Jl. MH Thamrin, Kebon Nanas district.

JP/3/SUMMIT

JP/3/SUMMIT3 x 21 Laos beautifies and seals off its capital for historic summit JP/3/WNI1 x 45 U.S. holds 23 Indonesians for document forgery JP/3/Purnomo2 x 19 Minister accused of role in KBC debacle JP/3/KBC1 x 50 Govt's battle with KBC, a year late and $300m short

Eradicating corruption

Eradicating corruption From Koran Tempo Corruption is a chronic social ill in Indonesia. However, it is not enough for the government just to find the right way to eradicate it. It is more important for the government to look for its root causes.

JP/6/ASC

JP/6/ASCEthnic nationalism, a challenge to Southeast Asian securityIvy Susanti JakartaEthnic clashes within Southeast Asian countries have drawn the attention of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as a regional grouping to review and systematically address effective ways to maintain...

ASEAN to OK dozens of pacts in Laos

ASEAN to OK dozens of pacts in LaosMartin Abbugao, Agence France-Presse, Vientiane East Asian leaders will next week endorse a record number of agreements to deepen economic integration, improve efforts to fight terrorism and stop human trafficking, according to draft statements on Thursday.

Susilo to make first visit as president to restive Aceh

Susilo to make first visit as president to restive AcehFabiola Desy Unidjaja and Nani Afrida, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta/Banda AcehPresident Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono is scheduled to hold a one- hour dialog with non-governmental organizations, youth groups and religious leaders during his first visit...

Stop environmentally risky projects: House

Stop environmentally risky projects: House JAKARTA: The House of Representatives Commission VIII for environmental, science and technology affairs urged the government on Thursday to review and halt projects that could pose a threat to the environment.

1. DISCOURSE: 1 x 36

1. DISCOURSE: 1 x 36 'ASEAN has to be in the driving seat' 2. NU: 4 x 12 Gus Dur threatens to split NU if Hasyim wins 3. CRASH: 2 x 24 Batam head-on collision claims 16 lives 4. BABY: 2 x 18 Police investigate illegal adoptions 5. ENVOY: 1 x 36President receives new envoys after formal accreditation

Gajah Tunggal eyes debt swap deals

Gajah Tunggal eyes debt swap dealsJAKARTA: PT Gajah Tunggal, Indonesia's biggest tiremaker, wants its creditors to approve a US$73.3 million and Rp 164.9 billion ($18 million) debt swap plan that will allow the company to set aside money for expansion.

Sanctions await officials involved in test fraud

Sanctions await officials involved in test fraudFabiola Desy Unidjaja, The Jakarta Post, JakartaCoordinating Minister for People's Welfare Alwi Shihab said on Thursday that officials involved in fraud during the civil service recruitment examination would face harsh penalties, including dismissal.

Top legislator tried over graft charges

Top legislator tried over graft chargesThe Jakarta Post, Bandung/Padang/SamarindaAfter a year of delays, a former West Java councillor went on trial in Bandung on Thursday for corruption.If convicted, Kurdi Mukri, former deputy speaker of the West Java provincial council and currently a legislator...

BPKP lists BP Migas among top abusers

BPKP lists BP Migas among top abusersRendi A. Witular, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Development Finance Comptroller (BPKP) has again discovered massive financial irregularities in the Oil and Gas Implementing Body (BP Migas) this year.

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov.25, 2004

Stock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Nov.25, 2004 ____________________________________________________________________________ Shares Close Change Trading Volume ____________________________________________________________________________ Abdi Bangsa Tbk 225 0 0 Ades Alfindo...

Very few companies can supply complete security products

Very few companies can supply complete security products and services. One of them is PT Indolok Bakti Utama, which offers sophisticated security products and presents them in an integrated approach. This capability is PT Indolok Bakti Utama's competitive advantage not yet found in other security...

Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the

Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's administration is prioritizing the eradication of corruption in its first 100-day program. In this context, the first thing to do must be to put law-enforcement agencies -- the prosecutors, the judges and the police -- in order, to ensure they are corruption-free.

10 killed in Aceh before Susilo visit

10 killed in Aceh before Susilo visitBANDA ACEH, Aceh: Ten people, including seven alleged Aceh separatist rebels, have died in clashes ahead of President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono's first visit to the province as president, a military source said on Thursday.

JP/2/CRASH

JP/2/CRASHHead-on collision in Batang claims 16Suherdjoko The Jakarta Post/BatangSixteen people, five of them children, were killed and 11 others injured when a tourist bus crashed head-on into a pickup truck carrying on a highway in Batang regency, Central Java.