The Ministry of Labor monitors labor conflict at PT Epson
The Ministry of Labor (Kemnaker) is committed to resolving labor conflicts and enforcing labor standards at PT Indonesian Epson Industry (IEI).
Following this, the ministry will soon deploy a special team to provide advice and conduct inspections regarding the dynamics of labor relations within the company.
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This commitment was made by Deputy Minister of Labor Afriansyah Noor during a peaceful demonstration by the Federation of Indonesian Worldwide Trade Unions (F-SPGI) in front of the Ministry of Labor office in Jakarta on Monday, May 25, 2026.
“We received eleven representatives from F-SPGI and listened to all their concerns. The Ministry of Labor will deploy a special team to provide advice and send a labor inspection team to conduct inspections. We hope that the best possible solution to this conflict can be found,” stated Deputy Minister Afriansyah Noor.
During the protest, F-SPGI (family businesses) presented a number of demands regarding alleged union suppression, the implementation of temporary employment contracts (PKWT), the enforcement of the collective labor agreement (PKB), and protection for the 12 employees reportedly affected by the PKWT conflict.
The Deputy Minister of Labor emphasized that the government takes this matter seriously, both regarding finding a joint solution and upholding applicable labor legislation.
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“The government will commit to the best possible solution for the 12 employees involved in this conflict. This is certainly not an easy matter, but hopefully an agreement can be reached,” he added.
The Ministry of Labor hopes that this development will lead to better cooperation and compliance with regulations between the union, the management of PT IEI, and the government. The Ministry also assures that the entire process is proceeding transparently and in accordance with the principles of good governance. In response to this commitment, F-SPGI President Abdul Bais expressed his appreciation for the swift response and attention of the ministry in protecting the aspirations and rights of the workers. ***rel
