Implementation of SDGs 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth on the Dynamics of Labor Demand in South Sumatra
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Labor demand a sectoral, SDGs 8, Decent workAbstract
This study aims to analyze the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals 8, Decent Work and Economic Growth, on the dynamics of labor demand in South Sumatra, specifically Palembang, Prabumulih, Ogan Komering Ilir, Ogan Komering Ulu, Banyuasin , Musi Banyuasin , and Muara Enim, as a representation of the economic structure in South Sumatra. This study uses panel data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. 2010–2024 period which includes the number of workers in the agricultural, industrial and service sectors based on education level, regional minimum wage, average length of schooling, and Gross Regional Domestic Product Sectoral. The analysis shows that the implementation of SDGs 8 indicators has a significant impact on the dynamics of labor demand in South Sumatra. Increases in the regional minimum wage and sectoral Gross Regional Domestic Product have been shown to encourage increased labor absorption, especially among those with secondary and higher education. Conversely, the agricultural sector tends to experience a decline in labor demand along with shifts in the regional economic structure. This finding aligns with the theory of endogenous growth and confirms that the successful implementation of SDGs 8 requires improvements in education quality and productivity to create inclusive and sustainable economic growth at the regional level.
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