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Why Human Rights Matter to Business with Darian McBain – Interview with Andy Hall – Migrant Worker Rights Specialist

Asian business is changing. Customer demands, government regulations, stakeholder expectations, they are all evolving under the pressure of the environmental crisis. And even the most robust business models are starting to show cracks. But it’s through those cracks that opportunities arrive.

Do you know how to navigate this new normal?

Andy Hall is a human rights defender, a researcher/investigator and activist, and an independent specialist on migrant worker rights.

In this episode of Risky Business, Andy talks about how he uncovered – and helped to tackle – the problem of labour rights abuses in Malaysia’s latex glove industry.

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Andy Hall is a British human rights defender and a migrant worker specialist working in Asia, Middle East and the Gulf

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Protect Aerofoam Workers: No Retaliation, No Deportation, Temporary Documentation NowFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOlehSosialis Alternatifpada23/06/2026suntingan terkini23/06/2026Representatives from Sosialis Alternatif, Kesatuan Muda Sosialis, Jaringan Solidariti Pekerja and Gerakan Pembebasan Wanita recorded a press statement calling for immediate protection of striking Bangladeshi migrant workers at Aerofoam Manufacturing.Representatives from Sosialis Alternatif, Kesatuan Muda Sosialis, Jaringan Solidariti Pekerja and Gerakan Pembebasan Wanita recorded a press statement calling for immediate protection of striking Bangladeshi migrant workers at Aerofoam Manufacturing.KUALA LUMPUR, 22 June 2026— Bangladeshi workers at Aerofoam Manufacturing (1969) Sdn. Bhd. and supporting organisations today called on the Governments of Malaysia and Bangladesh to provide urgent protection for workers involved in the ongoing labour dispute.The call comes during the Malaysia visit of Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, at a time when the two governments are discussing closer bilateral cooperation, including manpower recruitment.Around 120 workers, the majority from Bangladesh, have raised collective grievances concerning unpaid wages, employment conditions, passports, recruitment-related debts, welfare, and immigration insecurity. Workers reported that they had not received wages for three months, while around 35 workers were affected by concerns over visa or PLKS renewal.The workers have pursued their claims through the relevant channels. A complaint was brought to the Department of Labour of Peninsular Malaysia, and the Bangladesh High Commission has also intervened. However, workers must be able to pursue their claims safely, collectively, and without fear.The workers and supporting organisations have submitted an urgent memorandum calling for:No retaliation against workers who raise grievances or participate in collective action.No detention, deportation, or forced repatriation while workers’ claims remain unresolved.Appropriate temporary documentation, including Special Passes or another lawful protection mechanism, for workers whose permits or visas were not renewed through no fault of their own.An urgent joint meeting involving workers’ authorised representatives, the Bangladesh High Commission, JTK, Immigration, relevant ministries, and legal representatives.A full, collective, and transparent resolution of all outstanding claims, without individual or selective settlements designed to divide the workers.“Workers must not become undocumented, deportable, or disposable because they demand their rights,” said Yuva Balan of Jaringan Solidariti Pekerja.“We came to Malaysia to work and support our families. We want a fair solution, but we are afraid of being punished or sent back before our case is resolved.” — Anonymous Aerofoam workerThe organisations stressed that the workers are not asking for charity. They are demanding the right to pursue their claims without intimidation, coercion, or the threat of deportation.No Retaliation. No Deportation. Temporary Documentation Now.Issued by:Aerofoam Workers’ authorised representativesMigrant Welfare NetworkJaringan Solidariti PekerjaSosialis Alternatif MalaysiaKesatuan Muda SosialisGerakan Pembebasan WanitaAngkatan Siswa SosialisMedia contact:Yuva BalanJaringan Solidariti PekerjaPhone: 0173727816Email: sosialisalternatif@gmail.com ... See MoreSee Less
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