Jakarta, Sept. 12 -- Manpower Minister Yassierli emphasized that the National Productivity Enhancement Movement is a central strategy to strengthen the global competitiveness of Indonesia's human resources.

In a statement issued by the ministry on Friday, Yassierli underscored that productivity should not be seen merely as a numerical output, but as a reflection of the nation's work ethic.

"We must continuously improve quality, enhance efficiency and effectiveness, and pursue sustainable value creation," he said during the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) Monthly Economic Diplomatic Breakfast Forum held the same day.

Yassierli outlined several persistent challenges in Indonesia's labor sector, including the dominance of informa...