HEADLINES

November 9, 2006

Indonesia, Australia to Sign New Security Pact

SYDNEY ~ Australia and Indonesia have agreed to a new security treaty, officials said this week, after negotiations marred by – Read More...
November 9, 2006

Bush Visit to Focus on Investment

JAKARTA ~ US investment in energy will be one of the main points discussed by the leaders of Indonesia and – Read More...
November 2, 2006

Govt Drive to Place Bali as Top Destination

SEMINYAK, Bali ~ The local government announced this week a wide-ranging plan to develop Bali’s infrastructure and services to world-class – Read More...
November 2, 2006

‘Tommy’ – the Enduring Symbol of Suharto Regime

JAKARTA ~ An amateur racing driver who reveled in a flamboyant playboy lifestyle, Tommy Suharto remains the enduring symbol of – Read More...
November 2, 2006

Reaction to Climate Change Report: Cool to Warm

PARIS, France ~ Reactions to a major climate change report warning against environmental catastrophe ranged from chilly skepticism in the – Read More...
November 2, 2006

President Courts Investors at Summit

JAKARTA ~ President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono urged foreign and domestic investors this week to stump up funds to boost the – Read More...
October 27, 2006

US Demands Full Probe into Munir Murder

WASHINGTON ~ The United States will press for a no-holds-barred probe into the murder of respected human rights activist Munir – Read More...
October 25, 2006

Bali voted the best yet again

SEMINYAK ~ Readers of Hong Kong-based Smart Travel Asia have voted Bali the best island destination in Asia, beating out – Read More...
October 20, 2006

Historic Ceremony Calls for Peace, Harmony

KINTAMANI ~ Last Saturday on the ridge of Kintamani, Pura Tuluk Biyu, one of the oldest temples in Bali held – Read More...
October 20, 2006

Review of Air Regulations Urged

JAKARTA ~ The National Transportation Safety Committee wants a review of regulations that allow pilots to land in low visibility.