Bad Timing for Unnecessary Burden

The Government Regulation on the Public Housing Savings Program has sparked controversy. It adds to the burdens of workers and businesses.

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June 16, 2020

THE government has lost empathy and sensitivity towards the problems of the people. When most of the people are facing economic difficulties as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, President Joko Widodo has issued a government regulation on the Public Housing Savings Program (Tapera). Although this program has a noble aim, the announcement is sorely mistimed.

According to this regulation, every employee earning at least minimum wage will bec

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