Trade unions from 36 countries have formally requested the International Labour Organisation (ILO) investigate the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia. Citing urgent issues amid an upcoming construction boom linked to the 2034 FIFA World Cup, the unions highlight prevalent human rights violations including wage theft and labor exploitation. The ILO's recent cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia aims to align the country's labor laws with international standards, but concerns remain about the implementation and reality amid ongoing abuses against migrant workers, particularly in construction and domestic sectors.
Trade unions from 36 countries have filed a complaint with the International Labour Organisation over the treatment of migrant workers in Saudi Arabia.
Under the initial two-year agreement Saudi Arabia is expected to begin to align its laws with international labour standards.
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