The Indonesian government of the Riau Islands has announced a significant change to the work-from-home schedule for government employees, moving the work-from-home day from Friday to Wednesday, effective April 22, 2026.
Indonesian Finance Minister, Sri Mulyani Indrawati, confirmed that the decision regarding additional salaries for government employees, known as the 'thirteenth salary', has not yet been finalized. This comes amid ongoing efforts by the government to achieve budget efficiency while supporting employees under work contracts.
The Malaysian government has announced the readiness of the SPOT-Me system to support remote work for government employees starting April 15. This system, which records employee attendance, has proven effective with over 40,000 users.
The Malaysian government announced that government employees in Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, and Selangor, who have a commute exceeding 8 kilometers, will start working from home beginning April 15. This decision is part of measures to mitigate the effects of the global energy crisis.
The Human Resources Management in Indonesia has confirmed the continued employment of <strong>11,881</strong> government workers under contracts despite financial challenges. This decision aims to maintain workforce stability and enhance government performance.
The Malaysian government has announced the implementation of a work from home (WFH) system for government employees starting April 15, 2026. This decision aims to reduce fuel consumption and ensure energy sustainability.
The Governor of Central Kalimantan, Agustinus Sabran, announced strict penalties for 52 government employees who were absent without permission. This announcement was made during a formal speech emphasizing the importance of fulfilling public duties.