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Saras's peers are also navigating similar aspirations—many aim for jobs in Northeast Asia, where wages are significantly higher. She describes the potential earnings in Japan, estimating that she could send eight times her current income home, allowing her to save money while supporting her family. Her calculations suggest she could send around two to three million rupiah periodically, enough to improve her family’s financial stability and build a savings buffer.
However, this dream comes with risks. Passing the language exam is critical; if she fails, her options narrow considerably. In that case, she might resort to low-paying local jobs, which offer little hope of substantial improvement.