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The UAE’s Role in Safeguarding Human Rights: A Balanced Perspective

The UAE’s Role in Safeguarding Human Rights: A Balanced Perspective

In the intricate web of global turmoil, the protection of civilian lives emerges as a pressing priority. At the 55th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, the Union Association for Human Rights emerged

Migrant Workers Trapped by UK Visa Systems, Silenced by Abuse

Migrant Workers Trapped by UK Visa Systems, Silenced by Abuse

A migrant worker from southern Africa was repeatedly raped by her manager at a UK care home. But she felt utterly unable to report him to the police for fear of losing her job -

MP’s Call for Better Lives for Migrant Workers Brings Hope in Singapore

MP’s Call for Better Lives for Migrant Workers Brings Hope in Singapore

In an important speech in Parliament, Member of Parliament (MP) Louis Ng spoke up for the welfare of migrant workers in Singapore. These workers play a big role in our economy but often face difficult

$12 Million Initiative – Rights of Asia’s Marginalized Migrant Workforce

$12 Million Initiative – Rights of Asia’s Marginalized Migrant Workforce

Upholding Dignity for 86 Million Regional Migrants  There are currently 85.6 million migrant workers supporting Asia’s booming yet often exploitative labor market. These marginalized migrants propel industries like manufacturing, construction and domestic work while confronting

Skilled Bangladeshi Workers Struggles After Completion of Major Projects

Skilled Bangladeshi Workers Struggles After Completion of Major Projects

In Bangladesh, we've seen a lot of big construction projects in recent years, like bridges and expressways. But now, many of these projects are done, and the workers who built them are out of jobs.

Myanmar Migrant Workers Advised Not to Participate in Political Rallies in Thailand

Myanmar Migrant Workers Advised Not to Participate in Political Rallies in Thailand

As Thailand grapples with its political landscape, the situation has implications for migrant workers, especially those hailing from neighboring Myanmar. Amidst the rising tensions and challenges faced by the migrant community, authorities have issued a

Health and living conditions of migrant workers ignored in Singapore

Health and living conditions of migrant workers ignored in Singapore

Singapore - Chaos and neglect is seen at the newly built foreign worker dormitory in Jurong. Residents and children are seen living in poor conditions and a lack of timely access to medical help for

Why Wealthy Nations Need To Take Onus Of Their Migrant Assets?

Why Wealthy Nations Need To Take Onus Of Their Migrant Assets?

United Nations - A CNBC report claims that literally 5 percent of global workforce comprises migrant workers and that wealthy nations are highly dependent on them for their economies to thrive. Currently, the world has

Indonesia Failing to Provide Proper Policies to Protect Fishing Vessel Workers

Indonesia Failing to Provide Proper Policies to Protect Fishing Vessel Workers

Indonesia - Reports on labor rights violations on Indonesian sailors have discovered that Indonesia's government policies have neglected to give fishing vessel migrant laborer complete security.  As per the report, the migrant workers are poorly

Europe Comes Down Heavy On Illegal Migrant Work In Farms And Vineyards

Europe Comes Down Heavy On Illegal Migrant Work In Farms And Vineyards

Europe - The European Union police agency Europol has announced that along with law enforcement authorities, they are planning to come down heavy on vineyards and farms across Europe, that are in violation of labor