Strikes and Struggle of the Indonesian Working Class

Sunday, August 25, 2019

After our two comrades were shot

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After Our Two Comrades Were Shot A translation of chapter one of Khamid Istakhori’s book ‘ Berlawan ’ (Resist). A story of resista...
Thursday, October 26, 2017

Zombie March: Fuel Tank Drivers Continue Struggle for Basic Rights

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Hundreds of fuel tank drivers have walked 160 km, from Bandung to Jakarta, to highlight their struggle for basic rights. The drivers come fr...
Thursday, May 4, 2017

May Day Jakarta 2017: Greater Repression Faced but Movement Responds

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1 May, International Workers’ Day, is celebrated each year in Indonesia with major demonstrations of workers. This year was no exception, w...
Wednesday, November 16, 2016

Update on Strikes of Fuel Tank Drivers and Workers at PT CGS

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The 1,000 fuel tank drivers, employed by Pertamina Patra Niaga (PPN), are now into their third week of strike action in Jakarta. The compan...
Saturday, October 29, 2016

Fuel Tank Drivers Strike Over Safety and Security

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More than 1,000 fuel tank drivers in Jakarta, employed by Pertamina Patra Niaga, are planning to take strike action next Tuesday, 1 Nov...
Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Union Activists Imprisoned for Demanding Workers' Rights

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Today the Indonesian state has imprisoned two union activists, Abdul Hakam and Agus Budiono. These two activists, from the union KASBI in G...
Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Police and Military Violence Used in Plans for Construction of Airport

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More than 1000 police and military personnel were mobilised yesterday, 16 February 2016, in the latest move to force villagers in Kulon Pro...
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In 2012 the industrial areas of Indonesia shook with the struggle of millions of workers. Toll roads were occupied, mass demonstrations were a common occurrence. Bosses were taken hostage. Workers were realising their collective power. Major wage increases were won and factory level demands were met quickly. Since 2012 the movement has faced some major challenges. Politically divided and facing harsh repression from the bosses and the State, the struggle has quietened somewhat. However, it still bubbles away and this blog aims to document some of those struggles. I hope these reports of Indonesian activists' bravery inspire resistance wherever you are.
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