Bandung City Government Launches Labour-Intensive Programme to Absorb 8,600 Workers

The Bandung City Government has launched a labour-intensive programme as an effort to reduce the unemployment rate in the city by absorbing 8,600 workers.

The Mayor of Bandung, Muhammad Farhan, stated that this programme is not merely about providing temporary employment, but is part of the government’s concrete effort to maintain the economic stability of its citizens.

Farhan revealed that the open unemployment rate in Bandung City currently remains around 7.2 per cent. Therefore, the Bandung City Government continues to develop various strategies to open access to employment, both through labour-intensive programmes and through online and offline job vacancy information services.

“The government is not only providing jobs, but also providing access and job information. We want to act as a bridge between job seekers and the business world, so that employment opportunities become increasingly available,” he said.

According to him, the thematic labour-intensive programme implemented this year is focused on residential environmental cleanliness activities.

“In addition to helping residents earn an income, the programme is expected to be able to create a cleaner, healthier, and more comfortable environment for the community,” he said.

He expressed hope that this programme could act as a driver for the economy and a temporary solution with a real impact on society.

“Providing a decent livelihood is our shared responsibility. Not just for male heads of households, but for anyone who is struggling to earn an income for their family,” he added.