Indonesian Workers to Protest Low Minimum Wage Decision

Planned Protest at Presidential Palace

Workers across Indonesia are planning to stage a protest at the Presidential Palace in response to the recent announcement of the Upah Minimum Provinsi (UMP) 2026. The Konfederasi Serikat Pekerja Indonesia (KSPI), a major workers' confederation, has expressed strong opposition to the provincial governments' decisions regarding the minimum wage for 2026.

Criticism of Wage Decision

The KSPI argues that the newly announced UMP for 2026 is insufficient to cover the cost of living in their respective provinces. They claim that the wage levels set by the provincial governments, particularly in DKI Jakarta and Jawa Barat, fail to reflect the current economic realities and will negatively impact workers' purchasing power. Furthermore, the confederation asserts that the decision contradicts Government Regulation No. 49/2025 concerning wages, which aims to ensure fair compensation for workers.

Potential Impact

The protest highlights growing concerns among workers about their economic well-being and the effectiveness of government regulations in protecting their rights. The outcome of this protest could potentially influence future wage decisions and labor policies in Indonesia.