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Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Constraints on technology (1)
Constraints on technology (1)By David Ray How does Indonesian industry move up the technological ladder? In the face of low industrial productivity levels, low value added export production as well as the threat of increased regional competition in low-tech labor-intensive manufacturing from...
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Youth forum to be held at Senayan
Youth forum to be held at Senayan JAKARTA (JP): A large-scale youth's festival called Gebyar Orang Muda 1995, consisting of various competitions, discussions and promotional activities, will be held in Senayan Stadium in Central Jakarta between Oct. 10 and 16.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Highest tower in Kemayoran?
Highest tower in Kemayoran?From Media IndonesiaI could not help wondering after reading an article entitled Dibangun di Kemayoran Menara Tertinggi Ketiga di Dunia (The world's third highest tower to be built in Kemayoran) in a city newspaper on Sept. 13, 1995.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Susi bows to old foe Ye as Alan loses to Joko
Susi bows to old foe Ye as Alan loses to Joko JAKARTA (JP): World champion Ye Zhaoying of China clawed her way back to a hard-earned 12-9, 2-11, 12-9 victory over Susi Susanti in the US$180,000 World Cup badminton championships yesterday.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Persib stuns Bangkok Bank
Persib stuns Bangkok Bank JAKARTA (JP): Indonesian league champion Persib got off to a flying start in its the Asian Champion's Cup campaign by stunning host Bangkok Bank 2-0 in their first round first leg match in Bangkok on Saturday.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Yogie withdraws remark on PPP chief
Yogie withdraws remark on PPP chief JAKARTA (JP): Minister of Home Affairs Yogie S.M. is working to placate the United Development Party and the feelings that were hurt last week when the minister issued a statement calling the party's chief "sick".
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Arms for Southeast Asia
Arms for Southeast Asia In this decade of ethnic warfare, international legal and illegal arms sales and trafficking is on the increase and has become a multi-billion dollar business with plenty of room for growth.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Dozens missing in boat fire
Dozens missing in boat fire SAMARINDA, East Kalimantan: About 20 people were reported missing as a boat carrying dozens of people from Tarakan to Tawao in eastern Malaysia caught fire on Friday, police said Saturday.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Sudwikatmono defends Kemayoran tower plan
Sudwikatmono defends Kemayoran tower plan JAKARTA (JP): Business tycoon Sudwikatmono has defended his plan to build a 500-meter tower, billed to be the third highest in the world, in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Garuda profitable
Garuda profitable In reference to the letter by Soelaiman S. published in The Jakarta Post Sept. 12, 1995, issue entitle Garuda losses, which was picked from Neraca daily, we would like to give the following comments.* The reporter of Neraca daily who wrote on Aug.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Banks offer hedging business
Banks offer hedging business JAKARTA (JP): ABN AMRO Bank, the Netherlands-based international bank, held a treasury seminar entitled Hedging Forex and Interest Rates at the Grand Hyatt hotel over the weekend.The bank's manager for Indonesia, C.J.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Kapuk clash lamentable, understandable: Councilor
Kapuk clash lamentable, understandable: Councilor JAKARTA (JP): Last week's clash which occurred between residents and security and order officers in the Kapuk district of West Jakarta during a forceful eviction was understandable, a city legislator said on Saturday.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Ulemas deny pardoning Harmoko
Ulemas deny pardoning Harmoko JAKARTA (JP): The Ulemas Council (MUI), an umbrella group for Indonesian Moslem organizations, denies forgiving Information Minister Harmoko for allegedly offending Islam by twisting a verse from the Koran.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Judge swept away by volcanic mudflow
Judge swept away by volcanic mudflow MANILA (AFP): Police yesterday retrieved the body of a trial court judge who was swept away by volcanic mudflow from Pinatubo volcano north of Manila while waiting to cross a bridge, a senior police official said.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Share prices up 5.33 points at JSX
Share prices up 5.33 points at JSX JAKARTA (JP): Share prices on the Jakarta Stock Exchange (JSX) closed mixed across the board last week, amid a lack of fresh incentives.The JSX composite index closed the week up 5.33 points from the week's opening of 489.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Jonas Salk
Jonas Salk I was shocked and saddened to read an article in Kompas of June 26, that Prof. Jonas Salk, discoverer of the polio vaccine, died of heart trouble at the age of 80, in Green Hospital, La Jolla, San Diego, U.S. on June 23, 1995.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Indonesian killed in bridge collapse
Indonesian killed in bridge collapse KUALA LUMPUR (AFP): An Indonesian laborer was killed and five others injured when an overhead bridge they were working on collapsed at a Malaysian factory, news reports said yesterday.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Keating rejects report on Labor Party coup
Keating rejects report on Labor Party coup NUSA DUA, Indonesia (Reuter): Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating on Sunday rejected reports that members of his own Labor Party were preparing to overthrow him and replace him with his deputy, Kim Beazley.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Irian veterans criticize handling of Timika case
Irian veterans criticize handling of Timika case JAKARTA (JP): A number of senior Irianese veterans that fought for Irian Jaya's integration with Indonesia in the early 1960s have criticized the military's handling of the situation in their home province.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Students advised to prepare for globalization
Students advised to prepare for globalizationBy Achmad Nurhoeri DEPOK, West Java (JP): Indonesian university students must be able to grasp and interpret rapid world change in order to safeguard the nation from the pitfalls of globalization, several academics said over the weekend.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Where to go in Jakarta:
Where to go in Jakarta:Music * The Aryaduta Jakarta, Jl. Prapatan 44-48, Central Jakarta: - Ambiente Italian Restaurant: Bonauli vocal group, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Lost Morenitos, Monday Thursday and Sunday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Los Paraguas, Friday and Saturday from 7 p.m.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
New envoy not likely for a while
New envoy not likely for a whileBy Meidyatama Suryadiningrat UNGASAN, Bali (JP): Indonesia's President Soeharto and Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating concluded their meeting here yesterday with a mutual understanding that it will be some time before a new candidate is chosen to fill...
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Seminar on banking crime
Seminar on banking crime JAKARTA (JP): National Police Chief Gen. Banurusman is scheduled to give the keynote speech at a seminar on contemporary economic crime portrayal in the flow of money among banks.The one-day seminar, to be held at the Atlet Century Park Hotel on Thursday, Sept.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Importers' group postpones boycott threat
Importers' group postpones boycott threat JAKARTA (JP): The Association of Indonesian Importers, which last month threatened to halt imports from Australia, beginning today, in response to a flag burning incident, announced Saturday postponement of the threat.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Soeharto concerned over trade rows in Asia-Pacific
Soeharto concerned over trade rows in Asia-Pacific JAKARTA (JP): President Soeharto has expressed concern over an increase in trade disputes occurring between countries in the Asia-Pacific region and called for peaceful settlements which would not cause harm to others, an official says.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Humpuss, Karat tie up
Humpuss, Karat tie up JAKARTA (JP): PT Humpuss Trading, a subsidiary of Humpuss Group controlled by Hutomo (Tomy) Mandala Putra Soeharto, plans to set up a joint venture company with Karat of Thailand to manufacture sanitary ware with an investment of US$27 million.
Mon, 18 Sep 1995
Stress rising in today's kids
Stress rising in today's kids JAKARTA (JP): Demanding parents, school pressure and eating too much fast food have one thing in common -- they cause stress in children.This was clear from a seminar on Saturday looking into the causes of stress among children, now a common occurrence, especially in...
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Life and music inseparable for Aida Swenson
Life and music inseparable for Aida SwensonBy Rita A. Widiadana JAKARTA (JP): Life and music is inseparable for Aida Swenson Simanjuntak.Her eyes shine brightly, as she says, "Music has enriched my whole life.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Score Roundup
Score RoundupBadminton (players Indonesian unless stated)Men's singles: Alan Budi Kusuma bt Ardy B. Wiranata 15-10, 15-3 Joko Suprianto bt Chen Gang (Chn) 15-2, 15-7Women's singles Susi Susanti bt Lim Xiao Qing (Swe) 11-2, 11-5 Ye Zhaoying (Chn) bt Mia Audina 11-6, 4-11, 11-7Men's doubles Sakrapee...
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Foreign tourists opt for traditional Balinese weddings
Foreign tourists opt for traditional Balinese weddingsBy Intan Petersen DENPASAR (JP): Bali offers tourists more than just beaches and exotic culture, but also a place to solemnize and celebrate one of the most important events in life -- their wedding.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Indiscriminate pickpocket
Indiscriminate pickpocket SURABAYA (JP): Where there is sugar, there are ants, goes a well-known Indonesian proverb. Where there is festivity, even a religious occasion, there are pickpockets. That was what happened at the Istiqlal Festival II 1995's Tabligh Akbar (great sermon), held at Surabaya's...
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
One-stop wedding shop offers complete package
One-stop wedding shop offers complete package JAKARTA (JP): Indonesians are influenced by foreign ways, American in particular, in many aspects of life. However, when it comes to getting married, they adhere to tradition.This orthodoxy hasn't escaped the attention of those in the wedding business.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Wedding invitation designs develop
Wedding invitation designs develop JAKARTA (JP): A reporter of the Jakarta-based Jakarta-Jakarta magazine recently distributed an unlicensed four-page mini newspaper. He wasn't arrested -- even though the Indonesian press law requires all media to have a publishing permit.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
City weddings: Thousands feast, newly weds dutiful
City weddings: Thousands feast, newly weds dutifulBy Dini S. Djalal JAKARTA (JP): The back entrance to the Sahid Jaya hotel was full of people. The driveway was littered with colossal flower arrangements spelling out "Congratulations". A Jakarta wedding reception was underway.But it was not yet 7 p.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Indonesia assured of two medals at badminton Cup
Indonesia assured of two medals at badminton Cup JAKARTA (JP): Two All-Indonesia clashes, in the men's singles and the women's doubles, will highlight this evening's finals of the World Cup badminton championships in the Senayan indoor stadium.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
'Bar-obics' essential in bartender championship
'Bar-obics' essential in bartender championship JAKARTA (JP): Sam, the womanizing bartender on the popular TV program Cheers, is the epitome of a great bartender who keeps his clients perched on their barstools.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Guess What?
Guess What? Who would have thought that Minister/State Secretary Moerdiono was an entertainer?And a good one, too.During a thanksgiving gathering of the Pesta Rakyat (People's Party) committee, the organizers of the great musical show on Aug.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Popularity of sex shops moves upwards in the city
Popularity of sex shops moves upwards in the cityBy Imran Rusli JAKARTA (JP): "Rringg!""Hello, Maryati?""Speaking.""Please deliver a dildo to Chintya, Radio Dalam No. ... On the double, eh. I need it fast.""No problem, Miss.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Lawyers bear brunt of Bekasi court violence
Lawyers bear brunt of Bekasi court violenceBy T. Sima Gunawan JAKARTA (JP): Two lawyers were beaten black and blue by an angry mob early this week. Their mistake: Defending three men accused of gang-raping a woman and her two teenage daughters.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
How much does a wedding party cost in Jakarta?
How much does a wedding party cost in Jakarta?By Johannes Simbolon JAKARTA (JP): Weddings in Jakarta can cost nothing. Kidding? No. The Social Affairs Office of the Jakarta administration routinely funds and organizes mass wedding parties for vagrants and prostitutes to force them from a life of...
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Urban people prefer traditional weddings
Urban people prefer traditional weddings JAKARTA (JP): Although Indonesian families are becoming more democratic -- with parents allowing their children the freedom to make their own decisions and choose their own paths -- most parents still have the last say when it comes to a wedding.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Time worry
Time worry The letter by Behme on Indonesian time (The Jakarta Post, Sept. 10, 1995) reminds me of a story I learned while a student in the mid 1950s. It happened that somebody wanted to know exactly how much two times two actually is.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Investors urged to support RI development
Investors urged to support RI development CILEGON, West Java (JP): President Soeharto has urged foreign investors to support Indonesia's policies in national development while they are doing businesses in Indonesia.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Benyamin fund set up
Benyamin fund set up JAKARTA (JP): Starting next week, the private-owned television station ANteve will open bank account No: 011.005.0224 at Nusa Bank for those who want to make donations for the establishment of a Betawi (Jakarta's native people) cultural center.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
What the West has to know about Indonesia
What the West has to know about Indonesia Western criticism of Indonesia is often based on a superficial reading of the country. Leonard C Sebastian looks at the issue. On Aug. 17, Indonesia celebrated its 50th anniversary.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Indonesian story drably detailed
Indonesian story drably detailed Indonesia Comes of Age: 50 Years of Independence Richard I Mann, editor Gateway Books, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1995 202 pages JAKARTA (JP): "You are interested in Indonesia but you have concerns. You don't know how things are done in Indonesia.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
Guess What?
Guess What? Twilite Orchestra's director Addie M.S. wasn't the only one concerned if his orchestra's Simponi Kemerdekaan (Independence Symphony) concert at the Bogor Palace on Sept. 9 would be a success.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
TV today
TV todayTVRI 7:00 a.m. Morning News 7:30 Healthy and Fit with Berty Tilarso 7:40 Film 8:05 Culture Program 8:35 Children's Stories 9:00 People and Events 9:30 Comedy: Ria Jenaka 9:45 Music 10:45 Youth Program 11:15 Science Program 11:45 Sports: Dari Gelanggang Ke Gelanggang 1:15 p.m.
Sun, 17 Sep 1995
'Former Points of View' depicts life in colonial era
'Former Points of View' depicts life in colonial eraBy Amir Sidharta JAKARTA (JP): Postcards, I am sure, have been used to solve murders in movies. What could offer better clues? The picture shows where the sender was and the postmark shows when he or she sent the card.
Sat, 16 Sep 1995
Ancient bones being traded
Ancient bones being traded SEMARANG, Central Java: Illegal trading in ancient human skeletal remains is rife in Sangiran, Sragen district, an official said yesterday.Slamet D.S., a spokesman for the provincial office of the education ministry, said the illegal trade involved both local residents...