Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala System To Strengthen Migrant Worker Rights

Saudi Arabia officially abolished its controversial Kafala sponsorship system, marking a historic labor reform aimed at improving migrant workers’ rights. The reform grants foreign employees freedom to change jobs and leave the country without employer consent. The move follows years of criticism from global human rights groups and aligns with Vision 2030’s labor modernization goals.

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Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala System To Strengthen Migrant Worker Rights
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Saudi Arabia Ends Kafala System To Strengthen Migrant Worker Rights

IN SHORTSaudi Arabia officially abolished its controversial Kafala sponsorship system, marking a historic labor reform aimed at improving migrant workers’ rights. The reform grants foreign employees freedom to change jobs and leave the country without employer consent. The move follows years of criticism from global human rights groups and aligns with Vision 2030’s labor modernization goals.

TL;DR

  • Saudi Arabia abolishes Kafala system after decades of criticism.
  • The system had tied employees’ legal status to employers.
  • Workers can now change jobs or exit without prior permission.
  • Over 10 million migrant workers are expected to benefit.
  • Reform aligns with Vision 2030 modernization plans.
  • Global labor watchdogs praised the decision as progressive.
  • Employers must now register contracts under new digital systems.
  • Violations of migrant rights will carry stricter penalties.
  • Neighboring Gulf states may follow Saudi’s model.
  • This marks one of the kingdom’s largest social policy reforms.

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