Jakarta, June 9 -- Indonesian Minister of Manpower Yassierli has underscored the critical need for robust skills development, expanded job opportunities, and stronger labor protections as rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) reshape the global workforce.

Speaking at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva on Monday, Yassierli stressed that technological shifts must not leave workers behind.

"For this reason, Indonesia is building skills, expanding job opportunities, and bolstering worker protections to ensure our people retain a future of decent work," Yassierli said in a statement released Tuesday.

The minister noted that the issue has become urgent as workplace automation begins to funda...