This study analyzes the influence of economic growth, district/city minimum wages (UMK), government expenditure, and investment on labor absorption in the Gerbangkertosusila Area during 2014–2023. Using panel data regression in seven regions, the results show that simultaneously all variables have a significant effect on labor absorption. Partially, minimum wages and government expenditure have a significant positive effect, while economic growth and investment do not have a significant effect. These results reflect the importance of a balance between employment policies and economic development orientation in order to encourage inclusive and sustainable job creation.
Arti et al. (Thu,) studied this question.