Nepal Reports Over 1.7 Million Citizens Legally Employed in Middle East Amid Regional Tensions
Summary
Over 1.7 million Nepalis are legally employed across Middle Eastern countries, with the highest in UAE, amid increasing regional tensions prompting the Nepal government to prepare emergency evacuation plans.
Key Points
- 1. Over 1.7 million Nepali citizens are legally working in Middle East countries, with the highest number in the UAE.
- 2. The Nepal government is prioritizing the security of Nepalis amid Middle East tensions and has begun emergency evacuation preparations.
- 3. A Multi-Stakeholder Emergency Rescue Team and communication systems like a WhatsApp group and online registration app have been established.
- 4. Discussions are underway to temporarily halt work permits and NOCs for travel to high-risk Middle East countries due to escalating conflict.
