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Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Telkom denies forensic audit results
Telkom denies forensic audit resultsTantri Yuliandini, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta State-owned telco PT Telkom denied on Wednesday ever having giving authorization for PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) to launch a forensic audit of the telecommunications regions of West Java and Banten following the...
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Thai exports and output flag amid global gloom
Thai exports and output flag amid global gloomKittiphong Thaicharoen Reuters Bangkok Thailand's flagging economy suffered fresh pain in September with exports and manufacturing output faltering due to a global slowdown and the hijack attacks in the United States, central bank data showed on...
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Presidential elections: MPR contests for influence
Presidential elections: MPR contests for influenceEddy O.S. Hiariej, Parliament Watch, School of Law, Gadjah Mada University, Yogyakarta On Thursday the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) began its Annual Session.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Kendari police seize illegal logs
Kendari police seize illegal logs KENDARI, Southeast: Kendari police have seized six cubic meters of logs during an operation code-named Wanalaga launched at the Wawonii and Waworete districts.Kendari police chief Adj. Sr. Comr.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Human rights chief urged to quit
Human rights chief urged to quit MALAYSIA: Human rights body chief in Kuala Lumpur was denounced on Wednesday for a "preposterous" suggestion that human rights should take a back seat in the war on terrorism.Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) chairman Musa Hitam should resign, said P.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Since the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Since the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) halted the humanitarian aid in September, the Indonesian government has since then provided the refugees with aid of Rp 1,500 and 400 grams of rice.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
U.S. envoys
U.S. envoys Former U.S. ambassador Robert Gelbard was, I think, not too successful in diplomatic terms. He was too bold with his statements and often intervened openly in Indonesia's internal affairs. Perhaps he was one of those Americans who believed that the U.S.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Young reluctant to learn Balinese language
Young reluctant to learn Balinese languageSugi B. Lanus, Contributor, Denpasar Dressed in an elaborate traditional costume, lecturer Windhu Sancaya rushes from Udayana University's campus to Denpasar's state-owned TVRI television studio to host a special news program broadcast every afternoon in...
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Da'i ready to confront critics: Sole police chief nominee Comr.
Da'i ready to confront critics: Sole police chief nominee Comr. Gen. Da'i Bachtiar says that the corruption allegations brought against him are unfounded and that he is ready to confront his critics to set the record straight.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Bali, S. Sumatra in youth exchange
Bali, S. Sumatra in youth exchange DENPASAR, Bali: The provinces of Bali and South Sumatra have agreed to exchange youths in the 2001 interprovincial youth exchange program.Head of Bali's National Education office I.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
1. ADB (4x8)
1. ADB (4x8)ADB thinks RI corporate governance reforms on track 2. UNI (2x30)Unibank closure drags Sukanto Tanoto back to center stage despite exit3. Spore S'pore bank lending resilient in downturn4. HynixHynix creditors agree on fresh rescue package 5. Sing (4x4)Singtel buys Telkomsel shares 6.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Eight Asia-pacific countries join Jakarta X-rage c'ships
Eight Asia-pacific countries join Jakarta X-rage c'shipsMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Eight Asia-Pacific countries are set to join the Phillips X- Rage, an extreme sports competition that begins in Jakarta on Friday.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Direct presidential election seen for 2004
Direct presidential election seen for 2004Fabiola Desy Unidjaja and Abu Hanifah, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesians will most likely elect their president and vice president directly in 2004 as all factions at the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), the country's highest legislative body, have...
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
State Policy Guidelines obselete, needs update
State Policy Guidelines obselete, needs updateBambang Nurbianto and Abu Hanifah, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The 1999 State Policy Guidelines (GBHN) that the People's Consultative Assembly will use to evaluate the Megawati government are outdated and need revising, observers say.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
HSBC
HSBCBANK ALLIANCE: (From left to right) Bank Niaga's finance director Paulus Wiranata, HSBC's deputy CEO Alastair Bryce, Bank Niaga's Vice CEO Andi Mohammad Hatta and HSBC's vice president for payment cash management David Sukri join hands after signing an alliance agreement.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Sweeping issue and reality
Sweeping issue and reality It is refreshing to read a letter from Soemarsono Sastrowardoyo (The Jakarta Post, Oct. 31, 2001). Sastrowardoyo described Jakarta as safer than New York, despite several peaceful Muslim protests against the U.S. recently.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Patrol boats in poor condition
Patrol boats in poor condition JAKARTA: National Police Chief Gen. Surojo Bimantoro expressed concern on Wednesday over the poor condition of police patrol boats."Out of 10 patrol vessels of Type A, eight are out of order because most of them were made between 1950 and 1963," said Bimantoro.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Indonesian teen Andrean back to championship title hunt in Spain
Indonesian teen Andrean back to championship title hunt in SpainMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Indonesian team at the World Youth Chess Championship in Oropesa del Mar, Spain, was delighted by the late resurgence of Andrean Susilodinata, whose ninth-round win on Tuesday vaulted him to...
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Antara
Antara Jakarta The Indonesian Council of Mosques wants to see demonstrations that are orderly, peaceful and "well-intentioned" during the ongoing People's Consultative Assembly Annual Session. "Demonstrations are permissible so long as they are peaceful, controlled and, most of all, do not turn...
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Few hot issues to watch at MPR session
Few hot issues to watch at MPR sessionKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The proposal for the reestablishment of the Regional faction (FUD) at the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) will likely be decided when 700 lawmakers start their 10-day Annual Session here on Thursday.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Garbage smell haunts Surabaya
Garbage smell haunts Surabaya SURABAYA: Residents living around the new garbage final dump site in Benowo have been complaining about the stink, as the sanitation workers have not sprayed the garbage with chemicals as they did before.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Where to go in Bali:
Where to go in Bali:SeminarSeminar and performance on Commedia dell'Arte by Marco Luly, at Udayana University, in Denpasar, Nov. 16.Museums and Galleries * Blue Moon Gallery, Jl. Tirta Tawar, Banjar Kutuh Kaja, Ubud (Phone: 0361 976727), daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Museum Puri Lukisan, Jl.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
[b]Telkom denies forensic
Telkom denies forensic audit results 2. Astra ( 1 X 20)Astra's profit jumps 3.OIL (1X20) Fuel prices decline 4.US (1X20)U.S. economy shrinks by 0.4
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Da'i ready to confront critics
Da'i ready to confront criticsThe Jakarta Post, Jakarta Sole police chief nominee Commissioner General Da'i Bachtiar says that the corruption allegations brought against him are unfounded and that he is ready to confront his critics to set the record straight.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Eight killed in paint factory blast
Eight killed in paint factory blast THAILAND: A powerful explosion ripped through a paint factory southeast of Bangkok on Wednesday, killing eight workers and injuring 21 others, police said.The blast and a subsequent fire heavily damaged the G.S.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Pakistan's Musharraf: Moderator of war vs terror
Pakistan's Musharraf: Moderator of war vs terrorNatalia M.L.M. Morales Professor, Political Science and International Studies University of the Philippines Diliman, Philippines Philippine Daily Inquirer Asia News Network Manila The key actor who appears to be carrying well the weight of the U.S.
Thu, 01 Nov 2001
Stock Exchange
Stock ExchangeStock prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (in rupiah) on Oct.31, 2001: Shares Close Change Trading Volume ----------------------------------------------------------- Ades Alfindo 1,250 0 500 Adindo Foresta 80 0 0 AGIS 115 10 1,814,000 Akbar Indo Makmur 190 0 6,000 Alakasa 215 0 0...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
2. EXON ( 1X20)
2. EXON ( 1X20) ExxonMobil plans to invest US$12b 3. AFTA (2X20) Asean warned not to delay on utilizing AFTA 4. Stock (3X20) Asian markets down after steep drop on Wall St.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
East Asia braces for 'Chinese shock'
East Asia braces for 'Chinese shock'Philippe Ries, Agence France-Presse, Hong Kong China's imminent entry to the World Trade Organization has left the rest of East Asia bracing for the "Chinese shock" with the Asian giant attracting foreign investment like a magnet.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Global economy, terrorist attacks dictate ASEAN meeting agenda
Global economy, terrorist attacks dictate ASEAN meeting agendaBernice Han, Agence France-Presse, Singapore The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), set up to accelerate regional growth, is having its agenda dictated by events beyond its control as leaders of the 10-nation grouping...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Norway again spoils Indonesia's brigde high hopes
Norway again spoils Indonesia's brigde high hopesMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Indonesia had to abandon dreams of an unprecedented Bermuda Bowl championship victory after succumbing to Norway in the quarterfinals in Paris on Monday.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Company asked to deal with deceased
Company asked to deal with deceased MATARAM, West Nusa Tenggara: Labor supply company PT Amestara Raya Corp should act responsibly in relation to the recent death of 27-year-old Saparuddin in Malaysia, said a local official.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
50,000 beggars to flood the city
50,000 beggars to flood the city JAKARTA: The city administration announced on Tuesday that it would launch a public order operation against beggars who are expected to flood the city during the fasting month of Ramadhan.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
S. Korea changes stance on talks venue
S. Korea changes stance on talks venuePaul Eckert, Reuters, Seoul South Korea has reversed earlier opposition to North Korea's proposed venue for inter-Korean ministerial talks and has agreed to accept the North's Mount Kumgang resort as the site, an official in Seoul said on Tuesday.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Government upbeat on 2001 state budget deficit: Anggito
Government upbeat on 2001 state budget deficit: AnggitoTantri Yuliandini and Berni K. Moestafa, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Officials have said they were still optimistic the government could finance this year's budget deficit of around Rp 54.3 trillion (US$5.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Goh rejects apology from rival
Goh rejects apology from rival SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong rejected on Tuesday an apology from a Singapore opposition leader who shouted questions at him over an alleged loan offer to Indonesia.Goh, campaigning for ruling People's Action Party candidates running in the Nov.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Levy collection for truck drivers
Levy collection for truck drivers TANGERANG: Tangerang municipal administration had resumed collecting a road levy imposed on truck drivers that had been suspended two weeks ago following violent protests by the drivers, an official said on Tuesday.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Bomb smashes health center in Gowa
Bomb smashes health center in GowaJupriadi, The Jakarta Post, Gowa, South Sulawesi An explosion shattered the Bontobiraeng public health center in Gowa Regency, South Sulawesi on Tuesday, but police ruled out suggestions it may have been politically motivated.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
TV today
TV todayTVRI 5:00 a.m. Religious Teachings 6:00 News 8:00 Environment 8:45 City News 10:00 Children's Songs 10:30 30 Minutes with Anita Rahman 11:00 Regional News 11:30 Music 12:00 p.m. News 1:00 Talk Show 2:00 News 2:30 Debating 3:30 Children's Program 4:45 Quiz 5:15 TV Drama 6:00 News 8:00 Quiz...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Man jailed for selling friend's bike
Man jailed for selling friend's bike TANGERANG: The Tangerang District Court on Tuesday sentenced a man for selling his friend's motorcycle for Rp 4,500,000 in June this year.Presiding judge Warsito said defendant Fachrudin, 42, a resident of Bojong Gede, Bogor, had been proven guilty of selling a...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Wage up by 38.7% for Jakarta in 2002
Wage up by 38.7% for Jakarta in 2002Emmy Fitri, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta The Jakarta tripartite wages committee has agreed to recommend a 38.7 percent increase in the minimum wage for workers in Jakarta and the Greater Jakarta area in 2002, marking an increase from the current minimum wage of Rp...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Megawati's warning show courage and vulnerability
Megawati's warning show courage and vulnerabilityThe Straits Times, Asia News Network, Singapore President Megawati Soekarnoputri showed courage -- and underlined her own vulnerability -- when she warned Indonesians their country risked breaking up if they continued to accentuate regional, ethnic...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Megawati fails to live up to reform hopes: Experts
Megawati fails to live up to reform hopes: ExpertsKurniawan Hari, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Megawati Sukarnoputri has failed to live up to the spirit of reform, especially as regards upholding the supremacy of law, during her first 100 days in office, tempting the public at large to take the law...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
HEADINGS
HEADINGS1. Bigung: 8 x 4 linesWest Java set to have anniversary to celebrate2. Flood : 18 x 2 lines Floods inundate schools, hospital in Banyumas 3. BOMB: 24 x 1 lineBomb smashes health center in Gowa
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Speech on culture at TIM
Speech on culture at TIM JAKARTA: In celebration of its 33rd anniversary the Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM) arts center will hold a discourse on culture, as part of the November Festival, presented by dean of the Hidayatullah Islamic Institute, Azyumardi Azra, on Nov. 10.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Robbery rampant in Sarolangun
Robbery rampant in Sarolangun JAMBI: Jambi Provincial Police have stepped up security along the 102-kilometer Tembesi-Sarolongun highway due to the rampant robbery of motorists over the last two months.Adj. Sr. Comr.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Where to go in Surabaya:
Where to go in Surabaya:Music and Entertainment * Hyatt Regency Surabaya, Jl. Jend. Basuki Rakhmat 106-128 (Tel. 031 5311234): - Lobby: Gamelan (Traditional Music), 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Except Saturday), Solo Pianist, Monday to Friday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m., Saturday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Asian currencies mostly buoyed late, concerns over U.S. economy
Asian currencies mostly buoyed late, concerns over U.S. economyDow Jones, Singapore Most Asian currencies were buoyed late Tuesday, as the dollar struggled to overcome renewed anxieties over the severity of the U.S. economic malaise, dealers said.
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Mixed results for Indonesian teenagers in world chess meet
Mixed results for Indonesian teenagers in world chess meetMusthofid, The Jakarta Post, Jakarta Andrean Susilodinata of Indonesia won his eight-round match at the World Youth Chess Championship in Oropesa del Mar, Spain, on Monday, but Susanto Megaranto miserably drew after twice squandering his...
Wed, 31 Oct 2001
Accepting drug realities to save lives
Accepting drug realities to save livesDr. Alex Wodak, Director of Alcohol and Drug Service, St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, Australia, and President of The International Harm Reduction Association. Joyce Djaelani Gordon Chairperson, Yayasan Kita Addiction Treatment and Community Recovery Center,...