May Day 2026, Golkar: The State Must Ensure Workers Are Not Left Behind by the Times
Jakarta, VIVA – Chairman of the Golkar Party Faction in the Indonesian House of Representatives, M. Sarmuji, expressed respect and appreciation to all workers in Indonesia on the occasion of International Labour Day or May Day 2026. This moment is seen as an opportune time to reinforce collective commitment to creating healthy, fair, and sustainable industrial relations.
According to Sarmuji, workers’ welfare is inseparable from the stability and progress of the business world. Therefore, he emphasised the importance of harmonious cooperation between workers and employers as the main foundation of national economic development.
“Healthy industrial relations must be built on principles of mutual respect, open dialogue, and equal partnership. Workers and employers are not opposing parties, but strategic partners in driving economic growth and shared prosperity,” Sarmuji stated in a written remark on Friday, 1 May 2026.
He also urged the strengthening of social dialogue mechanisms between labour unions, employers, and the government, both at the company level and in national policy formulation. In his view, good communication will prevent conflicts and create fair solutions for all parties.
In addition, Sarmuji highlighted the importance of improving the quality of Indonesia’s human resources through vocational training, reskilling, and upskilling, especially amid changes in the world of work due to digitalisation and technological advancements.
“The state must be present to ensure that workers are not left behind by the changing times. Training programmes and skills enhancement must be expanded so that our workforce can compete at the global level,” he said.
On this occasion, he also emphasised the need for stronger protection of workers’ rights, including social security, occupational safety, and certainty of decent wages. The government is urged to ensure that all labour regulations are implemented consistently and fairly.
Stability in industrial relations, he stressed, will have a direct impact on the investment climate. With harmonious relations, Indonesia will become increasingly attractive to investors, ultimately opening up more job opportunities.
Sarmuji invited all elements of the nation to make Labour Day a moment for reflection and collaboration.
“May Day is not only about commemorating the workers’ struggle, but also about strengthening the spirit of togetherness. With harmonious cooperation between workers, employers, and the government, we are optimistic about realising a more just, prosperous, and competitive Indonesia,” he concluded.