Exploitation of Migrant Workers at Carrefour Sites in Saudi Arabia
What Abuses Were Committed Against Migrant Workers?
- Deceived by recruitment agents
- Forced to work excessive hours
- Denied days off
- Cheated of earnings
What Did Amnesty International’s Report Reveal?
The abuses might constitute forced labor and human trafficking. Carrefour and partner Majid Al Futtaim failed to act to stop them.
What Actions Were Urged by Amnesty International?
Carrefour and Majid Al Futtaim should remedy abuses, compensate affected workers, and ensure future worker protection.
Were the Workers Paid Properly for Their Overtime?
No, workers reported being denied additional hours’ pay and living in overcrowded accommodations.
What Was the Response from Carrefour and Majid Al Futtaim?
Both companies launched internal investigations and instructed audits of their operations as part of remediation efforts.
Summary
Abuses of migrant workers at Carrefour sites in Saudi Arabia have been exposed by Amnesty International, leading to calls for action to address exploitation and provide compensation to affected workers. Carrefour and its partner are urged to ensure future protection for workers.
Source: www.amnesty.org