MANAGING LABOUR MIGRATION IN INDONESIA: MIGRANT WORKER PROTECTION, GOVERNANCE, AND ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTIONS

This book provides a comprehensive examination of Indonesian labor migration, highlighting global trends, socioeconomic drivers, and policy responses. The opening chapters analyze the scale and dynamics of international labor migration, with particular attention to the contributions of Indonesian migrant workers and the challenges they face, including exploitation, discrimination, and regulatory gaps. By situating labor migration within both global and domestic economic contexts, the text underscores the importance of understanding migration not only as an individual livelihood strategy but also as a significant component of national economic development.

Subsequent chapters explore theoretical and empirical perspectives on migration, including the Push–Pull Theory and the Lewis Two-Sector Model, to elucidate the determinants, sectoral patterns, and structural implications of labor mobility. The book emphasizes the interplay between economic incentives, labor market structures, social networks, and gendered dynamics in shaping migration flows. In addition, it examines how global labor market trends, institutional arrangements, and governance mechanisms influence migrant workers’ welfare, highlighting the multidimensional nature of migration that spans pre-departure, employment abroad, and post-return stages.

The final sections focus on legal, institutional, and policy frameworks for the protection of Indonesian migrant workers, including the roles of central, provincial, district, and village authorities. Case studies illustrate the practical application of these frameworks, examining standard employment contracts, recruitment procedures, social security measures, and reintegration programs. Through an integrated discussion of governance, rights-based protection, and household-level implications, the book provides valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars seeking to enhance the effectiveness, equity, and sustainability of labor migration management.