President Prabowo Subianto to Lead May Day 2026 Celebrations in Jakarta and Nganjuk

President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to mark International Workers’ Day, or May Day, on May 1, 2026, with a two-part agenda focused on labor welfare and the preservation of workers’ history. The announcement was made by Andi Gani Nena Wea, President of the All-Indonesian Workers Union Confederation (KSPSI), following a meeting with the President to coordinate the events.

State Address at Monas: A Gathering of 200,000 Workers

The celebrations will begin in the capital, where President Prabowo is expected to arrive at the Monumen Nasional (Monas) in Jakarta at 08:00 WIB. The President will join approximately 200,000 workers to deliver a state speech detailing the government’s vision for the labor force.

According to Andi Gani, this gathering serves as a pivotal moment for the government and labor organizations to discuss policies that support the Indonesian workforce and stimulate industrial growth across various sectors.

Honoring Labor Struggle: The Marsinah Museum in Nganjuk

Following the events in Jakarta, President Prabowo, accompanied by 115 leaders of various labor confederations and federations, will travel to Nganjuk, East Java. The purpose of this visit is to officially inaugurate the Marsinah Museum.

The museum is intended to serve as a permanent monument to the struggles of the working class, ensuring that the history of labor activism in Indonesia is preserved for future generations.

Commitment to Labor Welfare and Policy Shifts

A central theme of the 2026 May Day agenda is the tangible improvement of worker conditions. Andi Gani noted that the President plans to make a direct announcement regarding the increase of labor welfare. This policy announcement is expected to be finalized and revealed after the President returns from an official visit abroad.

Key Takeaways: May Day 2026 Agenda

• Date: May 1, 2026.
• Jakarta Event: State speech at Monas at 08:00 WIB with 200,000 workers.
• Nganjuk Event: Inauguration of the Marsinah Museum.
• Objective: Discussion on labor welfare and the announcement of new supportive policies.

Profile: Andi Gani Nena Wea and the Role of KSPSI

The coordination of these events is led by Andi Gani Nena Wea, the President of KSPSI. Andi Gani holds a significant position in both labor advocacy and government advisory, having been appointed as a Staff Expert to the National Police Chief (Kapolri) in the field of employment.

Andi Gani is the son of Jacob Nuwa Wea, a former Minister of Manpower during the Megawati Soekarnoputri administration and a member of the PDI-P. Beyond his leadership at KSPSI, he has also served as the President Director of the state-owned enterprise PT Pembangunan Perumahan.

Under his leadership, KSPSI has maintained a complex relationship with the state, ranging from supporting presidential administrations to leading protests against legislation, such as the Omnibus Law Cipta Kerja, to protect worker rights.

Looking Ahead

The upcoming May Day events signal a strategic effort by the Prabowo administration to align with labor unions and address long-standing demands for better welfare. The successful inauguration of the Marsinah Museum and the delivery of a concrete welfare plan will be critical indicators of the administration’s commitment to the Indonesian working class.