Journal of Advances in Accounting, Economics, and Management
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): September

The Government's Response to Workers' Rights Violations at PT Freeport Indonesia: An Analysis from the Perspective of Dependency Theory

Astuti, Vera (Unknown)
Purnamasari, Niken (Unknown)
Benteng Buana Muslim, Bintang Lazuardi (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
18 Sep 2024

Abstract

This study examines the Indonesian government's response to labor rights violations committed by PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) through the perspective of dependency theory. This theoretical framework highlights the asymmetrical relationship between developing and developed countries that often leads to resource exploitation in developing countries. The PTFI case in 2017 involved the unilateral termination of employment of 8,300 workers without clarity on their rights, accompanied by permanent dismissal contrary to labor regulations. Using the literature review method, this study analyzes existing studies related to government policies in labor protection. The findings of the study show that the government has taken various steps, including forming a supervisory team, mediating negotiations, and providing social security assistance to affected workers. This research emphasizing the need for concrete actions to reduce Indonesia's dependence on foreign investment and strengthen labor protection regulations.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

aaem

Publisher

Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Journal of Advances in Accounting, Economics, and Management publishes original research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in accounting, economics, and management. The journals scope includes a wide range of topics, such as Accounting theory and practice Financial accounting and reporting ...