RRI.CO.ID, Jakarta - Indonesia is stepping up its international labor placements, with Deputy Migrant Worker Protection (P2MI) Minister Christina Aryani urging 203 prospective migrant workers to uphold the nation’s reputation by working professionally, with discipline, and full compliance in their host countries.

Speaking in Depok, West Java, on Monday, July 13, 2026, Christina delivered guidance and motivation to candidates bound for South Korea and Germany under the government-to-government (G to G) scheme.

“Reaching this stage is not about luck, but the result of long struggle. Guard the trust that has been given to you,” she said in a press release from the Ministry of P2MI on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, as quoted by Antara.

Christina emphasized that overseas employment offers not only better income but also international experience, skill development, and exposure to advanced work cultures--assets that will benefit workers upon returning home.

“In Korea and Germany, you will learn discipline, work ethic, and professional skills. These experiences will serve as capital to build businesses, acquire assets, and improve family welfare,” she explained.

She reminded candidates to be prepared for challenges such as cultural differences and homesickness, while respecting local customs and committing to complete their contracts.

Christina also warned against violations including workplace absences, overstaying permits, online loan traps, and romance scams. “You carry Indonesia’s good name. Work professionally, with discipline, and obey all rules in your placement country,” she stressed.

Christina further advised workers to use their earnings wisely--saving, investing, or starting businesses--and to keep contact numbers of Indonesian embassies or consulates for assistance if problems arise.

Of the 203 candidates, 99 will work in manufacturing and 100 in fisheries in South Korea, while four healthcare workers will be placed in Germany. Ministry data shows that by mid-2026, Indonesia had sent 2,855 workers to South Korea and 111 to Germany under the G to G scheme. ***