Indonesia passes domestic worker protection bill after 22 years
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 05:46 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
Indonesia's new legislation to protect domestic helpers has been hailed by rights groups as the beginning of a “new chapter” for millions. The law provides legal certainty and protects workers from unfair treatment.
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