Migrant workers staged demonstrations last Sunday to protest demanding working conditions, reporting instances of 24/7 work schedules. The protests coincide with growing opposition from employers to a “zero-fee” recruitment system intended to protect workers. Employers argue the system is unworkable and are pushing back against its implementation. Workers are demanding time off and fair treatment, citing unsustainable workloads. The zero-fee system aimed to eliminate recruitment costs passed onto workers, but its implementation has faced challenges. The demonstrations underscore concerns about exploitation within the current employment framework for migrant laborers. This dispute highlights a conflict between employer interests and worker welfare.
