Jakarta Workers Seek Bigger Pay Jump

In Jakarta, workers are demanding a 27% wage increase due to rising living costs. This poses a challenge for President Joko Widodo, who aims to balance economic growth with reducing income inequality. The 2015 minimum wage for Jakarta is under negotiation, serving as a benchmark for other provinces. Businesses, represented by Apindo, warn that increases beyond inflation could lead to layoffs.

What is the employers' association's stance on the proposed wage increase?

What potential consequences did the chairman of Apindo predict if workers' demands exceed inflation?