October 11, 2005 edition
Cover Story
ONCE again Bali was rocked by explosions. Although the bombs were not as powerful as the ones during the 2002 Legian tragedy, they indicated a change in pattern. As suicide bombers, individuals can gain access to the heart of busy areasnot just the main streets, as with car bombs in the past. On the ground, police found important evidence: a wallet containing bomb codes, instructions on how to set and turn off alarms, as well as backpacks especially made for this kind of deadly action. Forensic tests indicate that this time the bombs consisted of explosives that are difficult to trace.After the bombings in Bali and Jakarta over the last three years, the explosions in Jimbaran and Kuta Square prove how meticulous and determined the terrorists are with their work. They move like ghosts: attack and self-destruct in the blasts.
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Arts & Culture
ACCEPTING the invitation from the organizing committee of the 250th Anniversary of Mozart in Vienna, director Garin Nugroho will screen his Javanese musical-drama film Sinta Obong (Sinta on Fire). The shooting has begun in Yogyakarta and Solo, involving renowned Indonesian dancers and artists. Garins interpretation of Sinta differs from what is usually found in the traditional Ramayana. Sinta is featured as a woman tossed in her desire, between the possessive Rama and the aggressive Rahwana. It is interesting to observe the interaction of choreography and installation art in translating this interpretation. Read Tempos report on the shooting of the film.
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Tempo Talks
Improving Connectivity, Boosting Cooperation
This year, Indonesia and India mark 75 years of diplomatic relations. However, the ties between the two nations have existed much longer, predating the establishment of the Republic of Indonesia and the Republic of India. These connections span social, cultural, religious, economic, and trade aspects. But do those close ties of the past have any bearing on the present relationship? Why is there no direct flight between the capitals of the two countries?
Indian Ambassador to Indonesia and Timor-Leste, Sandeep Chakravorty, shares his views on this matter at TEMPO TALKS.
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