The government recognises PT Astek as the monopoly state-owned enterprise to manage the social security system, under inspection of the Manpower Department. The government also used social security funds in 1997 worth Rp 3.1 billion to pay for a new Manpower Bill for extra salaries and hotel facilities for parliamentarians involved with the bill. But finally the case was swept under the carpet by the Attorney General. These examples clearly show how the government uses workers' money to develop capital, and the law to repress workers. Regulates workers' insurance through PT Astek by establishing employers as the only party to pay insurance premiums.
Superannuation is an exception, where workers alone pay the premium.
Insurance is valid to cover workers and their families. The state is the sole agent of control over the implementation of the social security scheme with threats of legal action against the company involved or PT Astek. The employer is the active party, from registration and payment of contributions, through to processing insurance claims. Workers are thus totally dependent on employers, who collaborate with PT Astek. The contribution of trade unions in determining social security rules is minimal.