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1,200 Police Personnel Deployed to Secure Labor Day in Makassar

From Republika · (8m ago) Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Approximately 1,200 police personnel will be deployed in Makassar to secure International Labor Day celebrations on May 1, 2026.
  • The security measures aim to maintain order at vital points prone to demonstrations, with police ready to facilitate peaceful expressions of aspiration.
  • Authorities have engaged in discussions with labor unions and local government to ensure a conducive atmosphere, with some unions planning peaceful activities like blood drives and social service events.

In anticipation of International Labor Day on May 1, 2026, the city of Makassar is mobilizing a significant security force of around 1,200 police personnel. This deployment is a proactive measure to ensure the safety and orderliness of the celebrations, particularly at locations identified as potential sites for demonstrations. The emphasis is on facilitating the peaceful expression of workers' aspirations while strictly preventing any anarchic actions.

Kami siap memberikan pelayanan dan pengamanan, terutama jika aksi berlangsung tertib.

— Kombes Pol Arya PerdanaMakassar Police Chief assuring readiness to provide service and security for Labor Day demonstrations, conditional on them being orderly.

Makassar's police chief, Kombes Pol Arya Perdana, has assured the public of the police's commitment to providing service and security, provided that any demonstrations proceed in a disciplined manner. To foster a conducive environment, the police have actively participated in dialogue sessions, including a recent group discussion with the South Sulawesi Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD Sulsel), the Provincial Government, and various labor unions. These dialogues aim to preemptively address concerns and ensure that the day is celebrated peacefully.

Hari ini, kami baru saja menghadiri FGD dengan pimpinan DPRD dan serikat buruh SPSI. Mereka juga mengadakan kegiatan positif seperti donor darah dan bakti sosial.

— Kombes Pol Arya PerdanaThe Police Chief mentioning the collaborative efforts and positive activities planned by labor unions.

Furthermore, the article highlights the positive engagement from labor organizations, with several unions indicating their intention to hold orderly rallies. Some unions are even organizing concurrent positive activities such as blood donation drives and social service events, demonstrating a commitment to constructive participation. While the Mayor of Makassar, Munafri Arifuddin, has plans for a commemorative event at Lapangan Karebosi, contingency plans are in place to shift focus if necessary. From our perspective at Republika, this comprehensive approach, involving robust security, open dialogue, and the active participation of labor unions in planning peaceful events, reflects a mature and responsible management of public gatherings, ensuring that Labor Day is both a day of expression and a testament to civic order in Makassar.

Tanggal 1 Mei adalah hari perayaan mereka, kami memberi kesempatan sesuai dengan surat pemberitahuan yang sudah masuk.

— Kombes Pol Arya PerdanaThe Police Chief confirming that labor unions have submitted notifications and will be given the opportunity to celebrate.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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