Exploitation And Mistreatment of Migrant Workers in Malaysia

Muhammad Faris Daniel Sallehudin, Mohd Shahril Nizam Md Radzi

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ABSTRACT
Human rights are severely violated when migrant workers in Malaysia are exploited and mistreated. This represents a significant labor issue. Migrant workers in Malaysia contribute substantially to the country’s economy but are often victims of exploitation. This study explores the complex issues surrounding these challenges, highlighting problems such as unsatisfactory living conditions, human trafficking, unpaid wages, unsuitable working conditions, and lack of legal protection. Weak enforcement of labor laws is also a major contributor to these problems. Additionally, the legal framework related to migrant workers is discussed. Therefore, addressing these issues requires comprehensive legal reforms, strict enforcement, and collaborative efforts to protect the rights and dignity of migrant workers in Malaysia. This study employs a doctrinal legal analysis method to examine the need for resolving issues faced by foreign workers in Malaysia.
Keywords: Migrant Workers, Exploitation, Malaysia


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