Maldives to Start Operation to Weed Out Undocumented Migrant Workers

Maldives Immigration announced a nationwide operation to weed out undocumented migrant workers through stringent document checks and random inspections. The operation aims to reduce the number of undocumented workers and ensure compliance with immigration laws. It will involve collaboration with government offices, embassies, and residents. The UN reports that Maldives has the largest proportional migrant population in South Asia, about one-third of residents. Many are undocumented and face challenges like discrimination, rights violations, wage theft, and unsafe conditions. Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's administration had implemented a voluntary repatriation program for such workers.

Maldives Immigration announced a nationwide operation to weed out undocumented migrant workers through stringent document checks and random inspections. The operation aims to reduce the number of undocumented workers and ensure compliance with immigration laws. It will involve collaboration with government offices, embassies, and residents. The UN reports that Maldives has the largest proportional migrant population in South Asia, about one-third of residents. Many are undocumented and face challenges like discrimination, rights violations, wage theft, and unsafe conditions. Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's administration had implemented a voluntary repatriation program for such workers.

Maldives Immigration announced a nationwide operation to weed out undocumented migrant workers through stringent document checks and random inspections. The operation aims to reduce the number of undocumented workers and ensure compliance with immigration laws. It will involve collaboration with government offices, embassies, and residents. The UN reports that Maldives has the largest proportional migrant population in South Asia, about one-third of residents. Many are undocumented and face challenges like discrimination, rights violations, wage theft, and unsafe conditions. Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's administration had implemented a voluntary repatriation program for such workers.

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