Kafala is a catchall term to describe the visa regime of the Gulf states. In advocacy, reporting and research, these nuances are often lost in the pursuit of a convenient tag, allowing Gulf states to celebrate minimum reforms that go little beyond renaming old practices. This discussion aims to break down these claims and shed light on the plight and human rights of migrant workers within the complex play of immigration control and labour market dynamics.
The Freedom Collaborative has kindly provided a summary of the discussion which can be read here - Opens in new tab.
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