On July 9, 2026, a government delegation led by the Deputy Minister of Manpower of Indonesia visited Apt Global Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Hideaki Ida), a company that introduces specified skilled workers to the automotive industry. On July 10, the delegation also visited three companies that have hired specified skilled workers (automotive technicians) through Apt Global, highly praising the working environment, quality of personnel, and Japanese language proficiency.

At Apt Global's headquarters: Deputy Minister of Manpower of Indonesia (center), company representative (right). At Honda Vernoh Ibaraki Kitamachi Prefectural Office Front Store: inspecting skilled workers actively working in an air-conditioned facility.

The delegation inspected Apt Global's headquarters and automotive repair facilities in the Kanto region.

To deepen understanding of the company, Deputy Minister Afriansyah Noor of Indonesia's Ministry of Manpower, along with a government inspection team, made their first visit to Japan. This visit precedes a planned partnership this autumn (expected) between Apt Global and the Indonesian government on 'a training curriculum for specified skilled workers within Indonesia'.

On the first day, the delegation visited Apt Global's headquarters and held talks with the company's representative. On the following day, they visited companies that have hired specified skilled workers through Apt Global, inspecting the actual workplaces such as automotive repair shops.

<Inspection Sites>

- Itabashi Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Kosushi Itabashi), Tochigi Branch

- Honda Vernoh Ibaraki Kitamachi Co., Ltd. (Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture; President & CEO: Yoshikata Watabe), Prefectural Office Front Store

- Sakura Kanko Bus Co., Ltd. (Kuki City, Saitama Prefecture; Representative Director: Masayuki Amano), Head Office Operations Department

At Itabashi Co., Ltd. and Honda Vernoh Ibaraki Kitamachi, the Deputy Minister directly questioned the specified skilled workers about their current working and living conditions. He carefully confirmed details such as wages, interpersonal relationships, and safety, expressing relief and gratitude to the companies.

To the skilled workers, the Deputy Minister said: 'I am relieved to see that you are working in a favorable environment. Please comply with Japanese laws and regulations, diligently study Japanese, and actively engage with Japanese people. Do not just perform simple tasks—strive to learn independently and obtain qualifications. The Indonesian government and Apt Global have built a cooperative relationship. If you face any difficulties, please rely on Apt Global.'

At Sakura Kanko Bus Co., Ltd., which plans to accept four specified skilled workers in October, the Deputy Minister participated in a welcome ceremony. He exchanged views with President Amano on the type of talent Japanese companies seek, Apt Global's evaluation, and future employment plans, leaving the venue in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

At Itabashi Tochigi Branch: the Deputy Minister expresses relief at the favorable working environment and encourages the workers. At Sakura Kanko Bus Head Office: the Deputy Minister and President Amano (right) exchange opinions closely.

Future Plans

Through this inspection, the Deputy Minister highly evaluated the quality of specified skilled workers cultivated and introduced by Apt Global, as well as the support provided. He stated: 'All sending organizations should learn from Apt Global. We wish to continue cooperating with Apt Global as a government-recognized partner.'

Apt Global and the Indonesian government will proceed as planned with their partnership on 'a training curriculum for specified skilled workers within Indonesia'.

Further details of this partnership will be announced later.

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  • Source: PR TIMES
  • Category: Partnership