Colombo Process and India: Challenges of Labour Migration and Way Forward
The Colombo Process comprises 12 Asian member states and serves as a regional consultative forum. It aims to promote the sharing of best practices related to overseas employment for countries in South and Southeast Asia that send migrant workers abroad. The 12 member states include Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Vietnam.
Challenges of Labour Migration
- Exploitation and Abuse: Many migrant workers in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries report cases of wage theft, where employers withhold or delay their salaries. Workers often endure long working hours without adequate rest and face ....