WFH Proposal Amid Middle East Conflict; Jakarta Governor Ready to Follow Central Government Directive
President Prabowo Subianto has revealed the possibility of implementing work-from-home (WFH) policies to conserve fuel consumption in anticipation of a potential crisis resulting from Middle East tensions. Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung stated he is prepared to comply should such a directive be issued.
Initially, Pramono reported that all essential goods needed for Eid al-Fitr celebrations in Jakarta, including LPG, are adequately stocked, with reserves remaining sufficient.
“First and foremost, I want to convey that Jakarta has all its needs well-supplied in preparation for Eid al-Fitr, including energy, LPG, and other essentials. In fact, our reserves remain adequate with only a slight increase,” Pramono told journalists on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
He noted that price increases for certain basic commodities, including curly chillies and meat, continue to occur. However, overall stock levels in Jakarta remain secure.
“Jakarta’s situation regarding these price issues is well-monitored and we will continue monitoring through the post-Eid period,” he explained.
When asked about Prabowo’s directive regarding WFH, Pramono emphasised that whatever guidance the central government issues will be implemented. He noted that the prolonged conflict in Iran will place pressure on energy supply, particularly gas and fuel.
“As for work from home, any directive from the central government will also be implemented in Jakarta. Because regardless of this prolonged conflict in Iran, it will inevitably place pressure on energy supply, especially gas and fuel,” he said.
“And prices are indeed experiencing significant increases at present,” he added.
Pramono reaffirmed that WFH policies would be implemented once they become a central government directive. “And for that reason, if the central government implements such measures comprehensively, the Jakarta administration will follow suit. So Jakarta will comply with it,” he concluded.