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Archive: 1 May 2024

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Thousands Rally in Jakarta Demanding Labour Rights on International Workers' Day

Thousands of workers from various Indonesian labour unions rallied in Jakarta on International Workers' Day, demanding the repeal of the controversial Omnibus Law on Job Creation, an end to outsourcing, and improved wages. The demonstrations, which drew approximately 8,000 participants from regions including Tangerang and Karawang, highlighted persistent labour grievances and tensions between government policies and worker welfare. The protests underscore significant challenges facing Indonesian