Nepal, Saudi Arabia sign long-awaited labor deal to protect migrant workers
Summary
Nepal and Saudi Arabia have signed a labor agreement to protect Nepali migrant workers, ensuring transparent recruitment, wage security, and workers' rights enforcement.
Key Points
- Nepal and Saudi Arabia finalized a labor deal after nearly a decade, aiming to protect Nepali migrant workers.
- The agreement ensures wage security, ends dual contracts, and curbs excessive recruitment fees in line with ILO standards.
- Unskilled Nepali workers will receive a minimum monthly salary of 1,000 riyals plus 300 riyals for meals.
- A joint technical committee will monitor the deal’s implementation and provide a formal channel for labor dispute resolutions.
