Nepal and Saudi Arabia sign labour agreement to protect migrant workers
Summary
Nepal and Saudi Arabia signed a labour agreement to enhance recruitment transparency and safeguard Nepali migrant workers' rights in Saudi Arabia.
Key Points
- Nepal and Saudi Arabia signed a labour agreement aimed at transparent recruitment and protection of Nepali migrant workers.
- The deal formalises legal protections, ensuring wages and benefits for Nepali unskilled workers in Saudi Arabia.
- A joint technical committee from both countries will monitor the implementation of the agreement.
- The agreement follows International Labour Organisation standards and addresses issues like excessive recruitment costs and contract duplication.
