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Tech 2 months ago

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Potential GoTo-Grab merger stirs concern over govt overreach

The government has confirmed ongoing merger talks between GoTo and Grab, with state asset fund Danantara taking part in the process amid mounting losses from the state-owned firm’s investments in GoTo.

Regulations 3 months ago

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Govt drafting new rules to protect 'ojol', regulate on-demand fares

A new presidential regulation is slated to offer greater protection for ojol and introduce fare rules for on-demand transportation services, according to the state secretary, following wave of violent protests.

Academia 5 months ago

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Equitable reform required for the ojol industry

Behind the industry lies a clear indication of the government's failure to provide adequate and quality formal employment for its citizens.

Economy 8 months ago

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Hundreds of on-demand drivers demand higher pay at Jakarta protest

Gig drivers gathered on Tuesday and threatened a 24-hour strike to demand a "fairer" commission scheme and stronger enforcement against noncompliant on-demand companies.

Academia 11 months ago

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From ‘ojol’ strikes to systemic dead end: The deeper crisis of Indonesia’s gig economy

Rather than serving as a steppingstone, gig work locks workers into low-paying, precarious jobs with no clear path for advancement.

Society 11 months ago

Manpower ministry to issue ruling on THR for online ride-hailing drivers

Online ride-hailing drivers and transport workers staged a demonstration at the Manpower Ministry in South Jakarta on Monday to demand holiday allowances.

Economy 1 year ago

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Gig economy threatens RI's human capital growth

Indonesia’s vision of achieving fast GDP growth to become a high-income economy by 2045 requires massive investment in human capital, but the rise of the gig economy could get in the way.

Tech 1 year ago

App-based ‘ojek’ drivers strike over low pay

Protesting drivers wanted the firms to raise the share they get for every trip from 80 percent now, and for the government to give special status for their terms of employment so they had more bargaining power over fees.

Tech 1 year ago

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Protesting drivers to suspend online delivery, ride-hailing services

Hundreds of motorbike driver partners for ride-hailing and delivery apps are slated to hold a peaceful demonstration in Jakarta on Thursday to demand better work conditions and a firm legal standing.

Regulations 1 year ago

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Ride-hailing drivers promised discount amid upcoming fuel subsidy cutbacks

The transportation minister says the government plans to offer discounted prices for on-demand drivers in anticipation of its new subsidized fuel restrictions, due to kick in on Sept. 1.

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PREMIUM Potential GoTo-Grab merger stirs concern over govt overreach

PREMIUM Govt drafting new rules to protect 'ojol', regulate on-demand fares

PREMIUM Equitable reform required for the ojol industry

PREMIUM Hundreds of on-demand drivers demand higher pay at Jakarta protest

PREMIUM From ‘ojol’ strikes to systemic dead end: The deeper crisis of Indonesia’s gig economy