Aceh Announces 2026 Provincial Minimum Wage After Delay

Completion of National UMP Announcements

Aceh has officially set its 2026 Provincial Minimum Wage (UMP) at Rp3,932,552, marking a 6.7% increase or approximately Rp246,000 from the previous year. This announcement comes after a delay that was initially caused by the province's focus on disaster management. The decision was made through a gubernatorial decree signed by Governor Muzakir Manaf (also known as Mualem).

Significance of the Announcement

The UMP 2026 announcement in Aceh completes the provincial minimum wage determinations across all 38 provinces in Indonesia for the year 2026. This development is crucial for both employers and employees as it sets the minimum wage baseline for the upcoming year. The increase is expected to have implications for labor costs and potentially influence economic activities within the province.

Context and Implications

The delay in announcing Aceh's UMP was initially due to the province's prioritization of disaster management. The official announcement was made through a formal decree, emphasizing the importance of this regulatory decision for both government and private sector employers in the province. The new minimum wage will be effective starting January 2026.