Tsunami impact on Indonesia-Japan Business

The earthquake and tsunami in Japan, is affecting the business relations of Indonesia and Japan. Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) Indonesia recognize some aspects of disturbed by the disaster.

"Throughout the business concerns there are some things that disturbed, because Japan is a significant trade partner," said Chairman of Kadin Indonesia Suryo B. Sulisto, during a press conference at Menara Kadin Rapimnas Kadin, Jakarta, Tuesday, March 15, 2011.

Suryo said, Japan has been Indonesia's biggest creditor as well. Also Sakura country was also one of the largest investors.

So when Japan hit by the disaster and insustrinya disturbed, Indonesia will also be subject to impact. "Especially during these many of Japan's assistance for infrastructure, education and others," he said.

Suryo also said that many industries in Indonesia are the main ingredients from Japan. Moreover penyuplainya is the region affected by the disaster. "In addition, tourism is certainly subject to impact. Japanese tourists would decrease," he said.

The plan will help the Japanese Chamber of Commerce together with the government. Monday, March 21 Chamber of Commerce will sit down with government to discuss what can be done to help the Japanese business world.

"Kadin sympathies and commiserate with the number of victims. We've been there before, so know what it feels like something bad happens," he said.

Levels of Radiation in Japan Decreased NPP

The Japanese government announced a reduction in radiation levels in the Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) Fukushima, Dai-ichi. Previously, high radiation at this location due to explosion of three nuclear reactors since last Saturday.

"Based on reports I received, the rate has dropped to levels that do not endanger human health," said Chief Cabinet Secretary, Yukio Edano, quoted by CNN page, Tuesday, March 15, 2011.

According to reports, at 3:30 local time, radiation levels at these locations has decreased from 596.4 microsieverts be microsieverts 11.930 per hour.

"We still need to monitor the situation closely, but currently not too much radiation from the reactor unit four," said Edano.

Previously, four reactor units were reported on fire, but firefighters successfully extinguished by a team of Japanese disaster team. although this unit is not in operation, still if the radiation from the reactor core could melt a large spread of radioactive substances.

Since Sunday, March 13, 2011, a total of 170,000 people within a radius of 20km from the nuclear power plant were evacuated, following the second nuclear reactor explosion. On Tuesday, the next nuclear reactor unit reportedly also explode.

The government urged people living in a radius of 30km from the location to not go out and close all doors and air ducts.

These are the 3 Best Current Concept Cars

The seriousness of car manufacturers who are grappling with environmental issues can be seen concept cars on display at the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA) in Frankfurt Motor Show, 15 to 27 September 2009.

Application of the concept car of the future not just a luxury. But now have switched on the fuel efficiency of vehicles. Later, the manufacturer change from fuel oil to alternative fuels are more environmentally friendly.

Therefore, Road & Track select the best concept cars from prestigious automotive show in Frankfurt this week:

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics
Hybrid fuel mixing technology with turbodiesel fuel economy, makes the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics a future dream car. Integrating the concept of avant-garde styling and high performance in fuel-efficient package capable of carrying four passengers.

Space frame chassis cars use aluminum and coated with polycarbonate panels to form an aerodynamic car.

This concept is supported by two electric motors, one motor on each axle. Advanced motor powered by a battery, while the back is run using a 3-cylinder 1.5-liter turbodiesel.


This car is capable of producing 356 horsepower and 590 lb ft of torque. Speed ​​of 100 kilometers per hour in 4.8 seconds only taken from the state stopped.

Lexus LF-Ch
Imitating VW's campaign, "Think Small", the Japanese created a fuel efficient luxury cars, Lexus LF-Ch. Toyota again seek their fortune by selling the 5-door coupe in Europe after the U.S. market do not have hope.

This concept car uses a hybrid engine that combines the 4-cylinder engine with a battery. LF-Ch which are not only

offers fuel economy, but the vehicle that inspired styling of this coupe has spawned high-design vehicles.

Mini Coupe
50 years ago, the iconic Mini is launched. To commemorate the event, the British launched a Mini Coupe concept car. This popular car has 2 seats with a hatchback variant. The roof is offset by much lower

remove the back seat, and improve vehicle trunk into 5.7 to 8.8 cubic feet.

Coupe Concept vehicle has a wheelbase and width the same as the standard Mini. However, this concept car a little longer and 2 inches shorter than its predecessor. With a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine turbocharged to produce 208 horsepower.

Ban Captain Britain Back to Hand Terry

Ban England captain would soon be back around his arm John Terry. Because the England coach, Fabio Capello has already forgiven the mistakes that Chelsea players had made​​.

Terry lost the armband Three Lions hampered due to domestic problems. Capello denounce it after Terry was caught having an affair with a lingerie model named Vannessa Perroncel.

As reported by site metro.co.uk, Capello started considering to lift the sanctions. The Italian tire intend to restore the honor back to Terry.

"I think Terry has got enough punishment for a mistake," said Capello, Tuesday, March 15, 2011.

"I will soon make a decision on this. Not needed captain match in just one match. What is needed is a permanent captain," continued Capello.

In the near future, Capello will leave for Manchester. The goal is to break the news to the Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand who are candidates to succeed Terry.

"Terry also old enough to realize what he expected when the tire bears the England captain, Chelsea, and became one of the best players in the world," said Capello.

"He knows he should be trusted," he continued.

After the release of Terry, Capello then give the armband to Rio Ferdinand. But tire honor the return move to arm Liverpool, Steven Gerrard because Ferdinand injury.

"At the time of asthma, we must remember that he (Terry) has always been my main choice for the captaincy. Rio is on the second-until Terry made ​​a mistake," added Capello.

Position 8, Rossi Stay Satisfied Qatar Test Results

Valentino Rossi remained satisfied with the results of the first test in Qatar, although he had an accident and only became the eighth fastest.

The Ducati rider was also experiencing difficulties. Rossi had crashed in the early tests on Turn 9, and although not suffering from a bad injury, The Doctor only able to reach the eighth, one place better in front of teammate, Nicky Hayden.

Rossi admitted after the test remained satisfied with the results he achieved. The Italian Rider can not wait to undergo a second test today."It's not a bad first day. I was able to ride my bike better and enjoy yourself. Although I have only won eight positions, note the time I was not too far from the first position," Rossi said as quoted by the official MotoGP website, Sunday, March 13, 2011 .

"Today is my first accident with Ducati, the little I did on purpose, you have to do a little falling," quipped former Yamaha rider.

"Settings we run well, although in some parts of my circuit fast enough. We have to get a solution tomorrow (today). For the shoulder, I'm happy because now more powerful."

Honda sendiri kembali menguasai jalannya tes. Dani Pedrosa, yang melahap 41 lap, menjadi yang tercepat dengan catatan waktu 1 menit 56,271 detik. Posisi kedua diraih Casey Stoner.

Juara bertahan Jorge Lorenzo berada di posisi kelima, kalah cepat dari rekan setimnya, Ben Spies.

Qatar Test Results Sunday :

1. Dani Pedrosa Honda 1m56.271s 41
2. Casey Stoner Honda 1m56.414s + 0.143s 32
3. Hiroshi Aoyama Gresini Honda 1m56.444s + 0.173s 59
4. Ben Spies Yamaha 1m56.563s + 0.292s 38
5. Jorge Lorenzo Yamaha 1m56.682s + 0.411s 60
6. Colin Edwards Tech 3 Yamaha 1m56.742s + 0.471s 42
7. Andrea Dovizioso Honda 1m56.780s + 0.509s 56
8. Valentino Rossi Ducati 1m57.038s + 0.767s 57
9. Nicky Hayden Ducati 1m57.137s + 0.866s 57
10. Randy de Puniet Pramac Ducati 1m57.143s + 0.872s 39
11. Marco Simoncelli Gresini Honda 1m57.226s + 0.955s 57
12. Alvaro Bautista Suzuki 1m57.302s + 1.031s 61
13. Hector Barbera Aspar Ducati 1m57.325s + 1.054s 69
14. Loris Capirossi Pramac Ducati 1m57.437s + 1.166s 56
15. Karel Abraham Cardion Ducati 1m57.499s + 1.228s 49
16. Cal Crutchlow Tech 3 Yamaha 1m57.737s + 1.466s 51
17. Toni Elias LCR Honda 1m58.250s + 1.979s 65

Safe Place Build Nuclear Power Plant in Indonesia

The explosion occurred at the nuclear reactor at the Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) Fukushima make some parties question the plan to build a similar plant in Indonesia. Indonesia is a country with a large earthquake potential and varied, but there are some places that are safe from earthquakes.

Nuclear experts ITB, Prof.. Dr. Zaki Su'ud explained after the Chernobyl incident, earthquake experts revolutionize the design of nuclear plants with high safety standards, because the fear of radioactive contamination from nuclear.

Since then, nuclear technology for electricity generation grew rapidly. Today nuclear technology for power plants reach the fourth generation, in which case the sabotage against nuclear power nuclear reactor would not explode

The developers are developing passive reactor nuclear safety that if there are problems in nuclear power plants then the computer will work.

"This is to minimize operator error," Zaki said in Bandung, Tuesday, March 15, 2011. "Operators will not say anything, multiprocessor computer that will respond to and implement the measures taken."

According to him, the NPP is important if countries are willing to implement a cheap alternative energy. The price of electricity generated from nuclear power plants only Rp200 per Kwh, much if compared with the price of electricity derived from coal plants that reached Rp670 per Kwh. He pointed out how China support the industry by building about 140 reactors, so the electricity in China can be cheap.

For an ideal NPP construction site, continued Zaki, there are some places that are relatively stable are not shaken by earthquakes. Some areas include Bangka Belitung, Kalimantan, Jepara, and one island in the northern province.

"It seems most ready Bangka Belitung, if Jepara happen rejection by the citizens. Banten north side of the island there are also quite far from the epicenter," he said.

If Indonesia wants to build nuclear power plants, he recommends using the highest security standards. Average potential earthquake that occurred in Indonesia about 7.0 Rickher Scale, therefore the construction of nuclear plants could withstand an earthquake up to 8.5 magnitude.

There is a fee to be paid more, but not how when compared to human safety and security.

"Indonesia must learn from the case of Chernobyl and Three Mile Island, where ever there is a case of radioactive leaks. Design powerful nuclear power plant must be engineered to anticipate the worst," he explained.

Meanwhile, experts Geodesy Bandung Institute of Technology, Dr Irwan Mailano explain the whole territory of Japan is in the quake zone, but 40 percent of electricity supplied from nuclear power plants in Japan.

"The principle of nuclear build must reverse designs for nuclear power plants adjust to the conditions of the earthquake," he said.