Indonesia passes landmark law to protect domestic workers after two decades of effort

Indonesia's parliament passed a law Tuesday to protect domestic workers, ending over two decades of legislative effort.

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The measure responds to long-standing demands from human rights organizations for legal safeguards.

The legislation aims to provide formal recognition and improved working conditions for household employees.

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