Jumhur Says 300,000 Workers to Rally at Monas for May Day 2026

Jakarta is gearing up for a massive International Workers' Day celebration, with labor figure Jumhur Hidayat announcing that an estimated 300,000 workers will converge at Monas for a rally on May 1, 2026. Adding significant weight to the event, President Prabowo Subianto is also expected to grace the occasion, underscoring the government's attention to labor issues.

This year's May Day holds particular significance as Jumhur Hidayat himself, a prominent voice in the labor movement, has just been appointed as the new Minister of Environment and Forestry by President Prabowo. His dual role highlights the government's strategy of integrating experienced figures from various sectors into its administration. Hidayat's presence at the rally, alongside tens of thousands of workers from Jakarta who plan to travel by motorcycle, signifies a direct line of communication between the labor force and the highest levels of government.

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Kaum buruh, 300 ribu ya, akan bersama-sama kita apel di Monas

Beyond the rally itself, Hidayat revealed plans for the formation of a Presidential Decree establishing a task force dedicated to mitigating layoffs and improving worker welfare. This initiative signals a proactive approach by the Prabowo administration to address potential economic challenges and ensure the well-being of the Indonesian workforce. The focus on proactive intervention, rather than reactive measures, reflects a commitment to safeguarding employment and fostering a more stable economic environment for laborers across the nation.

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