SPBUN-SGN Appreciates DPR's Steps in Resolving Employment Polemic

Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, accompanied by Chair of Commission VI Anggia Ermarini and Commission VI member Nasim Khan, received representatives of the Nusantara Plantation Workers’ Union of PT Sinergi Gula Nusantara (SPBUN-SGN) at the Parliamentary Complex in Senayan, Jakarta, on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.

SPBUN-SGN conveyed its appreciation for the mediation process with PT SGN management, facilitated by the DPR RI since the previous week. The mediation succeeded in reaching common ground on the workers’ aspirations, particularly concerning bonuses and the harmonisation of standards. The outcomes of the discussions have been accepted by management and are being followed up.

Anggia Ermarini, Chair of Commission VI of the DPR RI, said communication between employees and management was facilitated to find the best solution for all parties. “This resolution is good news for SGN employees. Their aspirations have been accepted and are being processed by management,” said Anggia.

SPBUN-SGN Chairman General M. Rofi expressed gratitude to Sufmi Dasco Ahmad, Anggia Ermarini, and Nasim Khan for their role in helping resolve the workers’ aspirations. “We hope the outcome of this agreement will benefit all SGN employees,” said Rofi.

Following the achievement of common ground, the workers declared their readiness to improve their performance and to support the sugar self-sufficiency programme and national energy security.

The DPR RI affirmed its commitment to continue providing space for people’s aspirations and bridging communication so that every issue facing the public finds the best possible resolution.