More non-resident workers arrived and far fewer people died during the previous quarter than they did in the first.
migrant workers
The fine against Tai Koo Cleaning Service Company is being hailed by some as a ‘landmark’ win in a city where labour rights have come in for robust criticism.
A combination of job insecurity, separation from family and financial stress is making Philippine migrant workers vulnerable to harmful behaviours.
A report by the UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights highlights the lack of safeguards for low-skilled and migrant workers.
No timeline set out, but Chief Executive indicates NRW would be allowed to visit home country and return to Macao to work.
CE ensures employment for residents remains important but does not say non-resident workers should be fired or replaced by Macao residents.
Some migrant workers hope to get incentives as a number of locals think non-resident workers should be included in this new round.
Government handouts are a welcome boost for migrant workers, but they still face an uncertain future as both jobs and flights home remain scarce.
Police statement follows an attempt by workers from Myanmar to demonstrate against the military coup in their homeland.
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