Coremap preserves reef, improves livelihoods Nov 18, 2008
48-hectare island, which is located some 28 nautical miles to the east of Riau Islands province's capital of Tanjung Pinang ... The kerupuk project is also being conducted in Malang Rapat village, which is located some 53 kilometers from Tanjung Pinang. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Breeding crabs in the mangroves Nov 18, 2008
He said he collected the baby crabs from Tanjung Pinang. Each kilogram consisted of between 10 and 12 baby crabs and was worth Rp 25,000. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Penyengat Island, a tiny treasure trove of history Nov 10, 2008
"That is a great island and is an important part of Indonesia's history," an elderly resident of Tanjung Pinang in Riau Islands province said as he pointed a crooked and shaking finger out to sea ... At around just three square kilometers, Penyengat is not difficult to circumnavigate, but access to it is only available via small boats from Tanjung Pinang ... From the wharves at Tanjung Pinang, narrow wooden boats powered by noisy outboard motors regularly set out on the 20 to 30 minute trip... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Asrelawandi builds determination Oct 22, 2008
Born on May 5, 1967 in Tanjung Pinang, Riau, Andi initially wanted to become a soccer player. When he was a teenager, he repeatedly registered himself with local clubs looking for talent, but to no avail. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Sports)
KPJ medical tourism on healthy footing Oct 20, 2008
Most of them were from Tanjung Balai, Batam and Tanjung Pinang. They had opted for KPJs hospitals in Johor Baru because of the complete range of quality services rendered as well as the close proximity and accessibility to the hospitals. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Treasure hunter preserves Malaka Strait's buried treasures Oct 6, 2008
As Zaharuddin's collection increased, he became known to several collectors from Batam, Tanjung Pinang, Pontianak and even Malaysia and Singapore. Admitting he was no expert when it came to the antiques and their value, Zaharuddin armed himself with catalogs from foreign buyers who came to the islands so he could learn more about the treasures in his collection. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
RM1m worth of cigarettes seized Sep 7, 2008
We believe the cigarettes were for the local market and were being smuggled in from Tanjung Pinang in Indonesia. We also seized the ship, worth about RM273,450, he told pressmen here on Sunday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
More work needed to meet tourism target Aug 8, 2008
2 million last year," she said. Known as a haven for nightlife entertainment in Southeast Asia, especially for its underground raunchy nightspots and gambling, Jakarta's potential in attracting foreign tourists, especially the young, remains largely untapped. Bali-centric promotional campaigns by the government have also been the subject of criticism by local administrations. Numerous potential tourist destinations, including North Sulawesi, have been left off the radar of Indonesian alternative... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
EU flight ban Aug 1, 2008
RIEL F. HARIANJA Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands. The question is not about being fair or not. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
The Archipelago May 13, 2008
"From dialogues with the public through Radio Republic of Indonesia in Tanjung Pinang, many residents are in favor of the plan. It only depends on the government now. The Bintan legislature is still waiting for a positive signal from them," said Anshar. PT Bintan Resort Cakrawala (BRC) vice president Brig. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Tanjung Batu's craftsmen preserve traditional art form Feb 19, 2008
The same atmosphere prevails in the district's other two villages; Tanjung Pinang and Tanjung Laut. Craftsmen from the three villages, who have preserved their ancestor's art of steel crafting, have helped make the area famous as the steel production center of South Sumatra. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Tourism needs a jump start Jan 5, 2008
In Indonesia's major secondary destinations, including Bromo, Malang, Brastagi, Solo, Batam and Tanjung Pinang, there were signs that many of these beautiful places were in the midst of a continuing and long term decline in foreign visitor arrivals. A visitor can immediately see public tourism facilities, such as visitor's centers, directional signage, tourist-oriented shopping areas and hotels, have been neglected for well over a decade. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Editorial)
N. Jakarta struggles with human trafficking Nov 2, 2007
Yeremias Wutan from the International Organization for Migration said Jakarta, Batam, Tanjung Balai Karit and Tanjung Pinang were common destinations and transit points for trafficked women. "Accurate data on the victims of human trafficking is hard to find. Most NGOs still use estimated figures," he said. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- City)
RI to take over Singapore's role in Riau air traffick control Oct 4, 2007
Zone B covers Tanjung Pinang and the Karimun Islands, and Zone C air traffic over Natuna Island. He said Singapore gives instructions to aircraft landing or taking off in the three zones, as well as communicating with aircraft passing through the zones. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Indonesia ups the ante on granite Mar 12, 2007
This latest call for a granite ban echo earlier calls by the Commander of Tanjung Pinang Naval Base, First Marshal Among Margono, who was reported to have also proposed a ban to the central government, while Indonesian State Minister of Environment Rachmat Witoelar was quoted by the Batam Pos last week as saying that the proposal had been approved at the Cabinet level. Singapore has asked for an explanation. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Mixed signals on granite exports to Singapore Mar 12, 2007
Another Navy official, Tanjung Pinang Naval Base commander First Marshall Among Margono, said the issue of banning granite exports was now being discussed at several ministries, including the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, the State Ministry for the Environment and the Trade Ministry. He said the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry was studying the tolerable limits of granite mining, while the Trade Ministry was calculating the economic losses and benefits of granite exports. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia)
Mango the attractive Himalayan Feb 11, 2007
A very popular mango in the Riau Islands is mangga Tanjung Pinang. It has an aromatic fragrance, is very sweet, grows year-round and changes color when ripe to an aubergine-like color. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Tanjung Batu village turns into bridal center Feb 5, 2007
Limbang Jaya, Tanjung Pinang and Tanjung Laut are known for their ironwork and also for their embroideries. Besides producing Palembang's traditional wedding dress, Tanjung Batu dressmakers and craftsmen also produce bridal apparel sold in Lampung, Batak in North Sumatra and Gorontalo in North Sulawesi. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
