Jokowi calls for better protection of Indonesian workers in Malaysia

 

A new system is needed for recruitment of Indonesian workers, says the Indonesian president. (Bernama pic)

JAKARTA: Indonesian President Joko Widodo hopes to sign an understanding with Malaysia to protect Indonesian workers in the country from falling victim to human traffickers.

Joko, popularly known as Jokowi, said Indonesia and Malaysia need to develop a new system to prevent Indonesians from becoming victims of human trafficking.

In a joint statement after a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin today, he said: “I expressed my appreciation for the protection given to Indonesian citizens in Malaysia, especially during the pandemic.”

However, both countries need to develop a specific channel or system related to the placement and recruitment of manpower from Indonesia.

The joint statement also stated that both leaders shared the same view on issues concerning Myanmar, oil palm, the South China Sea and efforts to enhance trade and investment cooperation further. - FMT