The presence of President Prabowo Subianto at the commemoration of International Labor Day, often known as May Day 2026, at the iconic Monas (National Monument) in Central Jakarta on Friday, May 1st, was prominently shared by Cabinet Secretary Lieutenant Colonel Teddy Indra Wijaya. Through an impactful social media post, Wijaya highlighted this significant moment, underscoring the President’s commitment to the nation’s workforce.
In his widely circulated post, Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya unequivocally declared President Prabowo a steadfast friend and champion of laborers. This assertion, according to Wijaya, is clearly reflected in the myriad of pro-labor policies that the President has initiated. “The President is indeed a true friend of the working class. He has launched numerous policies specifically aimed at enhancing the welfare of laborers,” Teddy emphasized in his Instagram update on the official @sekretariat.kabinet account, a statement widely quoted on Saturday, May 2nd.
The festive atmosphere at Monas witnessed a vibrant gathering, where hundreds of thousands of laborers congregated. Representing a broad spectrum of organizations and professional backgrounds from across Indonesia, their collective spirit for May Day was palpable. “This morning, the unwavering spirit of hundreds of thousands of laborers, representing diverse organizations and professional backgrounds from various regions across Indonesia, truly surged at Monas,” Wijaya observed, capturing the essence of the momentous occasion.
Concluding his heartfelt message, Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya extended warm wishes to all participating laborers. He reinforced a powerful vision for national prosperity, asserting that a strong Indonesia is inextricably linked to the well-being and success of its workforce. “Happy International Labor Day… May laborers prosper, and may Indonesia stand strong,” he eloquently concluded, resonating with the aspirations of the entire nation.
Summary
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya highlighted President Prabowo Subianto’s attendance at the 2026 International Labor Day commemoration at Monas as a symbol of the President’s commitment to the workforce. Wijaya described the President as a dedicated champion of laborers, noting that his administration has actively implemented various policies specifically designed to improve the welfare of the working class.
The event drew hundreds of thousands of workers from diverse professional backgrounds across Indonesia, creating a vibrant and spirited atmosphere. In his concluding remarks, Wijaya expressed his well-wishes for the workers and emphasized that national prosperity and a strong Indonesia are fundamentally tied to the success and well-being of its laborers.