Indonesia strike movement: the bosses retaliate

2013-01-15 · first published in International Viewpoint · 145 words

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Zely Ariane (International Viewpoint ) The recent strike movement in Indonesia gave new proof of the potential power and strategic role of the working class movement. Several months of struggles, mainly in industrial zones in Bekasi, West Java, culminated in a 24-hour strike in 80 industrial estates, spread over 24 cities. [ 1 ] The movement won significant pay rises and restrictions on outsourcing in Indonesia.

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