Government to Introduce Island-Specific Work Permits to Tackle Issue of Undocumented Migrant Workers

The Mohamed Muizzu administration will introduce island-specific work permits for migrant workers to improve documentation. Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusaan announced the new regulation. As part of the strategy, 'Operation Kurangi' began in May on Himmafushi Island in Kaafu Atoll, collecting data on migrant workers. The operation found over 800 workers, more than the estimated 700. Biometric data will help local councils maintain accurate records. Local councils will issue separate permits. The government also finalized an agreement with national carrier Maldivian to aid deportation of undocumented immigrants.

The Mohamed Muizzu administration will introduce island-specific work permits for migrant workers to improve documentation. Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusaan announced the new regulation. As part of the strategy, 'Operation Kurangi' began in May on Himmafushi Island in Kaafu Atoll, collecting data on migrant workers. The operation found over 800 workers, more than the estimated 700. Biometric data will help local councils maintain accurate records. Local councils will issue separate permits. The government also finalized an agreement with national carrier Maldivian to aid deportation of undocumented immigrants.

The Mohamed Muizzu administration will introduce island-specific work permits for migrant workers to improve documentation. Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusaan announced the new regulation. As part of the strategy, 'Operation Kurangi' began in May on Himmafushi Island in Kaafu Atoll, collecting data on migrant workers. The operation found over 800 workers, more than the estimated 700. Biometric data will help local councils maintain accurate records. Local councils will issue separate permits. The government also finalized an agreement with national carrier Maldivian to aid deportation of undocumented immigrants.

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