Workers' Protest in Jakarta Highlights Minimum Wage Concerns

Large-Scale Demonstration Planned

A significant workers' demonstration is set to take place in Jakarta on January 19, 2026, with approximately 10,000 workers expected to participate ¹

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. The gathering, organized by the Indonesian Workers' Union Confederation (KSPI), will take place at Sport Mall Kelapa Gading in North Jakarta. The protesters are primarily concerned about the recently announced Jakarta Minimum Wage (UMP), which they believe does not meet the Living Needs Standard (KHL) requirements ¹

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Key Demands: Wage Reform and Legislative Action

The workers' movement, led by KSPI President Said Iqbal, has two main objectives: to reject the current 'low wage' policy and to demand the immediate passage of the Labor Law Bill ¹

. The protesters argue that the current UMP does not adequately cover the basic needs of workers in Jakarta. Said Iqbal stated that the workers had previously submitted a letter of objection to Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung, but received no response, prompting their decision to escalate the matter to the Administrative Court ²

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Legal Action and Future Plans

The KSPI has announced plans to file a lawsuit with the Administrative Court (PTUN) against the Jakarta UMP decision ²

. This legal action is seen as a significant escalation in the workers' campaign for better wages and working conditions. The planned protest is expected to be a peaceful declaration of the workers' demands, emphasizing their commitment to achieving fair labor practices in Indonesia.