Minister Of Manpower Urges Companies To Give Labor Permits To Celebrate The 80th Anniversary Of The Republic Of Indonesia And Joint Leave

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The Ministry of Manpower appealed to companies to provide opportunities for workers/laborers to commemorate and celebrate the 80th Anniversary of Indonesian Independence and collective leave on August 18.

This is in line with the Joint Decree (SKB) of the 3 Ministers concerning National Holidays and Joint Leave in 2025, which stipulates August 18, 2025 as a joint leave day.

"This joint session is intended to strengthen unity, unity, and nationalism. We hope that the entire community, including workers/laborers, can actively participate in enlivening the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia," Yassierli said, Friday, August 8.

The Minister of Manpower emphasized that although collective leave is facultative, the company is advised to provide the widest possible space for workers/laborers to participate in various celebration activities.

Regarding the technical implementation, he asked companies and workers/laborers to discuss it dialogically, so that the commemoration of the Republic of Indonesia's Independence Day remains lively without disturbing the smooth running of business activities.

"We want the excitement of the 80th Indonesian Independence Day to be maintained, while ensuring the business world and industry continue," he said.

Yassierli added, the commemoration of Proclamation Day has become a tradition for the nation which is colored by various activities, such as competitions, art carnivals, and other community activities. This tradition, according to him, is important to continue to be maintained as a means of fostering unity, unity, and a sense of nationalism that has a positive impact on work productivity.

The commemoration of the Republic of Indonesia's Independence Day is a shared moment to maintain national unity and integrity. We must take care of this spirit so that Indonesia continues to move forward," he concluded.