“I am stating here that I do not agree with 10 percent; it must be below that,” he said during his speech at the International Workers’ Day commemoration at the National Monument (Monas) in Jakarta on Friday.
The president emphasized that the regulation was introduced to protect the rights of ride-hailing drivers, who work under demanding conditions and face daily risks on the road.
He noted that previous commission schemes had not provided sufficient fairness for drivers, with platforms previously charging commissions of up to 20 percent.
Presidential Regulation No. 27 of 2026 on the Protection of Online Transportation Workers marks a significant shift in drivers’ earnings structure.
Under the previous system, drivers typically received around 80 percent of their fares after platform deductions. The new regulation requires that drivers receive at least 92 percent, limiting platform commissions to 8 percent.
In addition, the government now requires ride-hailing companies to provide social security coverage for drivers.
Prabowo stressed that occupational health and safety must be a top priority, given the high-risk nature of the job.
“They must be provided with work accident insurance, they will be covered by health insurance, BPJS Kesehatan,” he said.
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