On Thursday, September 24, 2026, labor union members from the Koalisi Besar Perjuangan Buruh Indonesia (KBPBI) gathered in Jalan Sudirman, Jakarta Pusat, to stage a street demonstration. The crowd dispersed around 13.45 WIB after delivering speeches from a command vehicle and conducting a motorcycle convoy near Bundaran HI, as local observers and demonstrators wound down the midday protest to the sound of music playing from the mobilization truck.
Did You Know? During the September 24, 2026 demonstration in Jakarta Pusat, protesting labor groups utilized a command vehicle equipped with music and loudspeakers to coordinate both their speeches and their eventual departure from the Bundaran HI area.
Union Leadership Demands Reconsideration on Labor Bill Provisions
The demonstration was organized to ensure that the government and the House of Representatives (DPR) take workers’ positions seriously regarding the ongoing legislative process surrounding the RUU Ketenagakerjaan. Andi Gani Nena Wea, General Chairperson of KSPSI AGN, emphasized that the mobilization served as clear evidence of the labor coalition’s determination. He warned state officials not to dismiss the proposals put forward by the alliance.
While acknowledging that certain provisions inside the proposed labor legislation have met worker expectations—specifically citing education, training, and social security—Andi Gani stressed that major disagreements remain. Union leadership continues to oppose several critical articles within the RUU Ketenagakerjaan, pointing directly to persistent disputes over wage regulations, apprenticeship programs, and outsourcing policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What organization organized the demonstration in Jakarta?
The protest was organized by the Koalisi Besar Perjuangan Buruh Indonesia (KBPBI).
What specific issues did labor leaders highlight during the protest?
Andi Gani Nena Wea highlighted ongoing disagreements regarding wages, apprenticeships, and outsourcing, while noting that provisions on education, training, and social security had been accommodated.
When did the demonstrators leave the protest site?
The crowd dispersed at approximately 13.45 WIB on Thursday, September 24, 2026, following instructions from the orator on the command vehicle.