REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- The House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia (DPR RI) received a number of representatives of online drivers (ojol) to discuss their demands. On Wednesday (17/9/2025) around 2:30pm, representatives of the Indonesian Ojol Garda Driver Association entered the DPR/MPR Building.

“Our representatives are welcome to discuss inside,” said an orator in Jakarta on Wednesday.

The orator also asked the representatives of ojol from different regions to gather and head to the DPR/MPR Building together. Before entering, ojol representatives were briefly dismissed by security officers. After convincing them they were indeed invited, officers finally welcomed them inside the Houses of Parliament.

Until this news was written, Wednesday afternoon, a number of representatives of ojol were still inside the DPR/MPR Building. Meanwhile, the rest of the crowd continued to rant and voice unease about the fate of the drivers.

A number of drivers of the online ojek (ojek online/ojol) continued to stage the rally despite heavy rain and strong winds blowing through the central Jakarta area, on Wednesday afternoon.

Visible around Jalan Medan Merdeka Barat, a commando car with orators and a number of people wearing raincoats moved towards the DPR/MPR RI Building on Jalan Jenderal Gatot Subroto, Senayan, Central Jakarta at 1:02pm.

Behind them, it appeared that several policemen accompanied them on motorcycles. From the top of the command car, one asked the other drivers to give way to those who were about to convey aspirations to the House of Representatives.

“We are the way to voice our rights. Please give way,” said one of the orators from the top of the command car.

Previously, online motorcycle drivers planned to hold rallies at a number of points, namely the building of the Ministry of Transportation, the Parliament of the Republic of Indonesia, and the Palace of Merdeka. However, the protesters decided to head straight for the House of Representatives of the Republic of Indonesia.

According to the information received, the drivers brought about seven demands, one of which is for the Online Transport Bill to be included in the National Legislation Program (Prolegnas) 2025-2026.

Then, the applicator cut of 10 percent, regulation of tariffs between goods and food, an investigative audit of the five percent cut taken by the applicator and asked the Police Department to complete the tragedy of August 28, 2025.

In response to recent actions by its driver-partners, Gojek, Indonesia’s leading ride-hailing and delivery platform, issued a statement on Wednesday, affirming its respect for individuals’ rights to express their views. The company also expressed support for drivers who continue to operate and fulfill orders as usual.

“We are committed to maintaining a safe, comfortable, and productive ecosystem for all stakeholders, including driver-partners and customers,” said Ade Mulya, Director of Public Affairs and Communications at PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia Tbk (GOTO), in Jakarta.

Gojek emphasized its openness to driver concerns and urged that any expressions of dissent be conducted in an orderly and constructive manner. Despite reports of planned demonstrations, the company assured customers that its operations remain unaffected, with services continuing as normal.

Commission and Platform Fees

Addressing demands to reduce its commission rate to 10 percent, Gojek maintained that the current 20 percent commission is necessary to fund promotions, driver incentives, trip insurance, and other operational costs. The company noted that its fee structure complies with Ministry of Transportation Regulation No. 1001/2022, which caps application usage fees at 15 percent and allocates an additional 5 percent for supporting services.

Additionally, Gojek clarified that the Platform Fee, paid by customers and not deducted from drivers’ earnings, supports technology development, operations, and business sustainability. Approximately 80 percent of the gross transaction value is redistributed to the ecosystem, benefiting drivers, merchants, customers, and incentive programs.

Driver Partnership Model

Gojek also reiterated that its drivers are legally recognized as independent partners, not employees, in line with Ministry of Transportation regulations. This partnership model offers drivers flexibility to manage their schedules and pursue independent business opportunities. The company adheres to fare regulations set by the Ministry, with two-wheeled vehicles governed by Regulation No. 667/2022 and four-wheeled vehicles by Regulation No. 118/2018.

Short-Distance Delivery Program

Gojek’s Short-Distance Partner Program, designed to meet high demand for GoFood deliveries in busy areas with short delivery distances, allows drivers to complete more orders in less time, optimizing their earnings. Participation in the program is optional.

Operational Schedule Program

The Operational Schedule Program aims to enhance service efficiency in high-demand areas by enabling drivers to handle more orders in shorter timeframes. Gojek emphasized that the program is optional and transparent, with drivers retaining full control over their working hours. The company continues to evaluate the program based on driver feedback.

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