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Indians take risky routes to Italy in search of work but many end up exploited on back-breaking farms.

5 Nov 2024

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As Sri Lanka goes to the polls, workers picking tea – the backbone of the economy – have heard all the promises before.

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A new bill aims to update Sabah's labour law and align Malaysia with international standards. It introduces provisions on child labour and improved protections. However, activists stress that educating workers on their rights is crucial.

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Lacking protections, seasonal migrant labourers risk a 'cycle of exploitation' in the West, warns UN's special rapporteur on modern slavery.

24 June 2024

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7 June 2024

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14 July 2023

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6 December 2022

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28 October 2022

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9 June 2022

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22 February 2022

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15 February 2022

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