Tingkat Pengangguran RI Tertinggi di Asia Tenggara - [Metro Siang]

Summary

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that Indonesia has the highest unemployment rate in Southeast Asia at 5.2%. According to the World Economic Outlook April 2024, Indonesia's unemployment rate slightly decreased from 5.3% in April of the previous year. The Philippines follows with 5.1%, and other countries like Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam have lower rates. Indonesia's total workforce is 279.9 million, with approximately 14.6 million unemployed as of April 2024. The Indonesian Central Statistics Agency (BPS) shows a decrease in open unemployment rate to 4.82% in February 2024 from 5.4% in the previous year. However, the number of unemployed in February 2024 was 7.2 million, down from 7.9 million in 2023. The majority of the unemployed are young people aged 18 to 24, highlighting a mismatch between education and job market needs. The government is taking measures to revitalize vocational education and training to address this issue.

Takeaways

• 📊 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reported that Indonesia's unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, the highest among six Southeast Asian countries.
• 🔍 Indonesia's unemployment rate slightly decreased from 5.3% in April of the previous year to 5.2% in April 2024.
• 🏆 Compared to other Southeast Asian countries, Indonesia ranks first in unemployment rate, followed by the Philippines at 5.1%, Thailand at 1.1%, Malaysia at 3.52%, and Vietnam at 2.1%.
• 👨‍🎓 The unemployment data does not include those not actively seeking work, such as students, homemakers, or those not looking for employment.
• 📈 The total population of Indonesia is 279.9 million, with the IMF estimating around 14.6 million unemployed individuals as of April 2024.
• 📉 According to BPS (Indonesia's Central Statistics Agency), the number of unemployed people in February 2024 was 7.2 million, down from 7.9 million in 2023.
• 📉 BPS also recorded a decrease in the open unemployment rate (TPT) from 5.4% in February 2023 to 4.8% in February 2024.
• 👩‍💼 The Indonesian workforce is predominantly young, with nearly 10 million unemployed individuals aged 18 to 24, indicating a high youth unemployment rate.
• 🏢 There is a mismatch between education and training with the demands of the job market, which contributes to the high unemployment figures.
• 🔄 The Indonesian government is implementing policies to revitalize vocational education and training to reduce the skills gap and lower unemployment rates.

Q & A

What is the current unemployment rate in Indonesia according to the IMF?

The current unemployment rate in Indonesia, as recorded by the IMF, is 5.2%.

How does Indonesia's unemployment rate compare to other Southeast Asian countries?

Indonesia's unemployment rate is the highest among the six Southeast Asian countries mentioned, with the Philippines at 5.1%, Thailand at 1.1%, Malaysia at 3.52%, and Vietnam at 2.1%.

What is the total number of unemployed individuals in Indonesia as per the IMF data for April 2024?

According to the IMF, the total number of unemployed individuals in Indonesia for April 2024 is approximately 14.6 million.

What does the term 'unemployment rate' refer to in the context of the IMF report?

The 'unemployment rate' refers to the percentage of the labor force or population aged 15 and above that is actively seeking employment but is currently without a job.

How does the IMF data on unemployment in Indonesia compare with BPS (Badan Pusat Statistik) data?

While the IMF data shows a higher unemployment rate, BPS data indicates a lower rate, with the number of unemployed individuals in Indonesia for February 2024 being 7.2 million, down from 7.9 million in 2023.

What is the open unemployment rate (TPT) in Indonesia according to BPS data for February 2024?

The open unemployment rate (TPT) in Indonesia for February 2024, according to BPS, is 4.82%, down from 5.4% in February 2023.

What is the demographic that is predominantly affected by unemployment in Indonesia, as per the report?

The demographic predominantly affected by unemployment in Indonesia is young people, specifically those aged 18 to 24.

What is the issue highlighted by the Minister of Manpower regarding the mismatch between education and job market needs?

The Minister of Manpower points out that there is a mismatch between the education and training provided and the needs of the job market, which contributes to the high unemployment rate among young people.

What measures is the government taking to address the mismatch between education and job market needs?

The government is implementing revitalization of vocational education and vocational training to better align with the needs of the job market and reduce unemployment.

What percentage of the working population in Indonesia is engaged in informal activities, and what does this indicate?

59.17% of the working population in Indonesia is engaged in informal activities, which includes self-employed individuals, unpaid family workers, and casual laborers. This indicates a significant portion of the workforce is outside the formal economy.

How does the decrease in the proportion of informal workers reflect on the national workforce quality, according to Sri Mulyani?

Sri Mulyani believes that the decrease in the proportion of informal workers indicates a positive trend in the national workforce quality, as it suggests more people are accessing formal employment with better job stability.