Indonesian government asks Gojek, Grab to give first-ever holiday bonus to drivers


President Prabowo Subianto (second left) talks with Gojek CEO Patrick Walujo (right) and Gojek driver representatives after making a statement on holiday allowances (THR) at the State Palace in Jakarta on Monday, March 10, 2025. President Prabowo announced ojol (online motorcycle taxi drivers) will get their THR on Idul Fitri this year. The amount of their bonuses is still being discussed by ministries and related parties. - Photo: Antara

JAKARTA: President Prabowo Subianto has called on ride-hailing companies, particularly homegrown Gojek and Singapore-based Grab, to grant a holiday bonus for online drivers and couriers working for the platform ahead of the Idul Fitri (Hari Raya Aidilfitri) celebrations later this March.

He emphasised that the “bonus” should be given in cash and based on the drivers' level of activity on the platform.

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