A group of ministers from the Red and White Cabinet convened at the Merdeka Palace in Jakarta to discuss the plight of PT Sritex employees who were recently laid off. The meeting, called upon by Prabowo, aimed to find solutions for the affected workers. Among those present were Minister of Manpower Yassierli, Minister of State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi, and PT Sritex Curator Nurma Sadikin.
During the meeting, Prasetyo emphasized the president’s concern for the workers and stressed the urgency of addressing the issues faced by PT Sritex following its bankruptcy declaration in October 2024. The objective is to rehire approximately 8,000 employees within the textile sector under a new working arrangement. Minister Yassierli praised the curator’s efforts in facilitating the potential rehiring of former Sritex employees within the next two weeks.
Prabowo’s dedication to providing support and guidance is expected to bring relief to the PT Sritex employees affected by the layoffs. The Ministry of Manpower is actively safeguarding the rights of PT Sritex Group workers by ensuring they receive layoff compensation and other entitlements. The PT Sritex Curator Team is currently in the process of selecting investors to oversee Sritex’s assets under a new scheme, with the goal of rehiring the laid-off workers. This strategic move aims to bring stability to the affected employees and offer a solution to their current predicament.
