Indonesian union boss joins government to lobby for workers

An Indonesian union leader has defended his decision to join the new government as a special adviser, arguing that workers need representation from within the administration. Said Iqbal stated that industrialists have always had internal lobbyists, and it's now labor's turn to have a voice inside policymaking circles. This move follows another senior labor figure's appointment as Minister of Environment and Forestry. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses an individual's rationale for joining a government, which falls under commentary on political appointments and labor representation.

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• Confederation of All Indonesian Workers’ Unions (KSPSI)
• Indonesian Trade Union Confederation (KSPI)
• Mohammad Jumhur Hidayat
• Prabowo
• Said Iqbal

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