Jakarta Aims for 3.5% Unemployment, Boosts Language Training for Overseas Jobs
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung targets a reduction in the open unemployment rate from 5.79% to 3.5%. Initiatives include expanding foreign language training for residents seeking overseas employment and strengthening partnerships with countries like Singapore, Japan, and Taiwan.
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