Lifting the Moratorium: A New Horizon for Indonesian Migrant Workers? The Indonesian government is actively exploring ways to lift a longstanding moratorium on sending migrant workers to Saudi Arabia. At a pivotal meeting between Migrant Worker Protection Minister Abdul Kadir Karding and President Prabowo Subianto, discussions centered on unblocking this critical pathway for Indonesian laborers. … Read more
Indonesia’s First Skilled Worker Driving Change in Japan’s Bus Industry In a groundbreaking move, an Indonesian man will soon become the first to benefit from Japan’s expanded Specified Skilled Worker No. 1 visa, focusing on the road transportation sector. Beginning his new role as a bus driver in Tokyo with Nikko Kanko Bus Co. in … Read more
Impact of Myanmar’s New Travel Restrictions on Southeast Asian Labor Market The recent suspension of sending migrant workers from Myanmar to Thailand marks a significant shift in regional labor dynamics. This change stems from the military junta’s requirement for conscripts, affecting those aged 18 to 35, who are pivotal to the workforce. With July 2025 … Read more