Jakarta, Sept. 16 -- The Indonesian government announced a 2025 economic stimulus package on Tuesday aimed at creating jobs, supporting gig workers and strengthening household purchasing power, as the government targets 5.2 percent growth next year.

The package, known as 8+4+5, consists of eight acceleration programs, four continuation programs and five job absorption initiatives.

Senior expert staff at the Presidential Communication Office, Fithra Faisal, said the measures respond to public concerns about job security and protection for workers without contracts, including online motorcycle taxi drivers.

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the package includes a 50% discount on social security contributi...