# Andy Hall > Migrant Worker Rights Specialist ## Posts - [For Immediate Release/ITV News Video 2nd Oct: Qatar Court Overturns Andy Hall’s Conviction, Prison Sentence and Fine at Doha Appeal Hearing](https://andyjhall.org/2025/10/02/for-immediate-release-itv-news-video-2nd-oct-qatar-court-overturns-andy-halls-conviction-prison-sentence-and-fine-at-doha-appeal-hearing/): For Immediate Release/ITV News Video 2nd Oct: Qatar Court Overturns Andy Hall’s Conviction, Prison Sentence, and Fine at Doha Appeal Hearing The Doha Court of First Instance and Misdemeanours at Al Sadd Court, 93 Al Sadd Street, Doha, has on 30th September 2025 upheld Andy Hall’s recent appeal against his one-month prison sentence and 1,000 Qatari Riyal fine imposed in absentia against him in 2022, days before the 2022 Football World Cup Final in Doha, Qatar. ITV News Video 2nd Oct 2025: Human rights activist’s Qatar conviction quashed  Original Source: ITV News – 2nd October 2025 Andy Hall, from Lincolnshire, […] - [FMT 24th Sept 2025 My Op Ed - Japanese accountability, Malaysian impunity: the Kawaguchi saga](https://andyjhall.org/2025/09/24/fmt-24th-sept-2025-my-op-ed-japanese-accountability-malaysian-impunity-the-kawaguchi-saga/): FMT 24th Sept 2025 My Op Ed – Japanese accountability, Malaysian impunity: the Kawaguchi saga Japanese accountability, Malaysian impunity: the Kawaguchi saga, an Op Ed by Andy Hall covering this story. Brands should implement worker-driven social compliance, while governments should enforce labour laws and establish mechanisms to protect migrant workers. Original Source: FMT by Andy Hall – 24th September 2025 The darker side to global supply chains was again well illustrated recently in slavery like conditions endured by hundreds of Bangladeshi migrant workers at Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, a Malaysian supplier of plastic parts for TVs and air conditioners to […] - [FMT 20th Sept 2025: Panasonic, rights group reach historic settlement over 250 ‘unpaid’ Bangladeshi former Kawaguchi workers in Malaysia](https://andyjhall.org/2025/09/20/fmt-20th-sept-2025-panasonic-rights-group-reach-historic-settlement-over-250-unpaid-bangladeshi-former-kawaguchi-workers-in-malaysia/): FMT 20th Sept 2025: Panasonic, rights group reach historic settlement over 250 ‘unpaid’ Bangladeshi former Kawaguchi workers in Malaysia Panasonic, rights group reach settlement over 250 ‘unpaid’ foreign workers The Kawaguchi workers in Malaysia, who were formerly employed by a supplier of components to Panasonic, are expected to receive compensation and reimbursement of recruitment fees. Sourced from: FMT – 20th September 2025 More than 250 Bangladesh workers who reportedly were not paid for seven months last year are to receive a significant amount in settlement of their dispute with their former employer. The settlement was reached by the Japanese multinational […] - [ABC News: 11th Sept 2025: Australian glove-maker Ansell accused of exploiting workers at Malaysian factory of supplier, MediCeram](https://andyjhall.org/2025/09/11/abc-news-11th-sept-2025-australian-glove-maker-ansell-accused-of-exploiting-workers-at-malaysian-factory-of-supplier-mediceram/): BC News: 11th Sept 2025: Australian glove-maker Ansell accused of exploiting workers at Malaysian factory of supplier, MediCeram Original Source: ABC News by Ben Butler – 11th September 202 In short: A complaint lodged at the federal Treasury claims 220 Bangladeshi workers at a Malaysian factory where moulds for Ansell gloves are made have suffered serious human rights abuses.  Ansell, headquartered in Melbourne, says it has looked into the allegations and identified breaches of international labour standards. However, the Malaysian company’s chairman denies the allegations. — Australian glove-maker Ansell is being accused of using an overseas supplier that has allegedly […] - [23 Aug 2025: Trouw - Activist Andy Hall arrested three years after the World Cup in Qatar (Dutch & English version below)](https://andyjhall.org/2025/08/30/23-aug-2025-trouw-activist-andy-hall-arrested-three-years-after-the-world-cup-in-qatar-dutch-english-version-below/): 23 Aug. 2025: Trouw – Activist Andy Hall drie jaar na het WK in Qatar gearresteerd (Dutch Version) Original Source: Trouw – by Matthijs van Dam 23rd August 2025 De Britse mensenrechtenactivist Andy Hall werd onlangs in Qatar gearresteerd omdat hij mails had rondgestuurd over ‘moderne slavernij’ bij het WK voetbal. Hij kon maar net ontkomen aan de cel. ‘Van Qatar verwachtte ik niets, maar dat mijn eigen overheid mij negeerde, maakte me woedend.’ Hij voelde ’s ochtends vroeg al nattigheid bij de incheckbalie van Qatar Airways. De Britse mensenrechtenactivist Andy Hall wilde op 1 juli naar Qatar vliegen voor […] - [Major Step Forward: UK Foreign Secretary Urged to Act on Andy Hall’s Conviction](https://andyjhall.org/2025/08/22/major-step-forward-uk-foreign-secretary-urged-to-act-on-andy-halls-conviction/): Major Step Forward: Foreign Secretary Urged to Act on Andy Hall’s Conviction Following concerns over Andy Hall’s Conviction in Qatar, the Foreign Secretary has been urged to review the circumstances of his detention and the lack of consular support he received. Dear friends and supporters, We wanted to share an encouraging update in Andy Hall’s fight to overturn his unjust conviction in Qatar. What’s new: Andy’s constituency MP, Sir John Hayes, has now formally written to the UK Foreign Secretary regarding Andy’s arbitrary detention at Doha Airport on 1 July 2025 and the lack of consular support he received during that time. This […] - [Opinion Piece 12th August 2025: As Anwar meets Yunus, Corrupted Bangladesh Malaysia Recruitment Corridor Needs Reform](https://andyjhall.org/2025/08/12/opinion-piece-12th-august-2025-as-anwar-meets-yunus-corrupted-bangladesh-malaysia-recruitment-corridor-needs-reform/): Opinion Piece 12th August 2025: As Anwar meets Yunus, Corrupted Bangladesh Malaysia Recruitment Corridor Needs Reform Andy Hall, independent migrant worker rights specialist (andy@andyjhall.org) Rahman, Bangladesh migration researcher  Bangladeshi migrants are heroes, contributing to their nation’s economy through remittances and to countries like Malaysia through hard work and skills. The Bangladesh to Malaysia migration corridor remains the most economically significant and controversial one for both countries.  Yet Bangladeshi workers face gross exploitation, including debt bondage and modern slavery, migrating to and working in Malaysia.  UN experts in 2024 raised concerns about more than 500,000 of these workers promised meaningful employment but instead facing abuse at […] - [ITV 11th August 2025: A human rights activist is trying to clear his name after being briefly detained in Qatar last month (Andy Hall Qatar Case)](https://andyjhall.org/2025/08/11/itv-11th-august-2025-a-human-rights-activist-is-trying-to-clear-his-name-after-being-briefly-detained-in-qatar-last-month-my-qatar-case/): ITV News 11th August 2025: A human rights activist is trying to clear his name after being briefly detained in Qatar last month (Andy Hall Qatar Case) Andy Hall was unexpectedly seized at Doha airport in Qatar and told he’d been convicted in his absence three years earlier.  Video available at ITV News 5th August 2025: UN Special Rapporteur Speaks Out on Andy Hall’s Unjust Sentencing in Qatar I am delighted that Mary Lawlor, the UN special rapporteur on human rights defenders, has issued the attached statement below on my Qatar in absentia criminal trial, conviction, and sentencing to prison […] - [Malaysiakini 31 July 2025 - ‘Source: Bangladesh to stop probing migrant workers exploitation syndicate’](https://andyjhall.org/2025/07/31/malaysiakini-31-july-2025-source-bangladesh-to-stop-probing-migrant-workers-exploitation-syndicate/): Malaysiakini 31 July 2025 – ‘Source: Bangladesh to stop probing migrant workers’ exploitation syndicate’ Sourced from: Malaysiakini – by B Nantha Kumar – July 31, 2025 Bangladesh has agreed to stop its investigation over allegations of a syndicate exploiting its labourers who wish to work in Malaysia, a high-ranking official from the Bangladeshi government told Malaysiakini. The official, who requested anonymity, claimed the decision was made during a meeting in Kuala Lumpur two weeks ago between representatives from the Bangladeshi government and the Malaysian Human Resources Ministry. “Two officials – a special envoy and a special assistant – to the chief […] - [Update: Heartfelt Support from Migrant Worker Communities for Andy Hall](https://andyjhall.org/2025/07/24/update-heartfelt-support-from-migrant-worker-communities-for-andy-hall/): Heartfelt Support from Migrant Worker Communities for Andy Hall We’re deeply moved to see this outpouring of solidarity from the Migrant Worker Communities 💛 This powerful message from Migrant Workers Helpline, reminds us what this fight is all about: defending the rights and dignity of those who are too often silenced or criminalized for speaking up. From workers holding signs that say “We support Andy Hall” and “Defending the rights of migrant workers is NOT a crime” — this is a clear reminder that Andy Hall’s work continues to resonate far beyond courtrooms. 🙏🏽 Let’s keep up the momentum. Please continue to […] - [FMT 24th July 2025: Kawaguchi company facing criminal charges in Malaysia over unpaid Bangladeshi worker wages in high profile Japanese consumer goods modern slavery case, says source](https://andyjhall.org/2025/07/24/24th-july-2025-fmt-kawaguchi-company-facing-criminal-charges-in-malaysia-over-unpaid-bangladeshi-worker-wages-in-high-profile-japanese-consumer-goods-modern-slavery-case-says-source/): FMT 24th July 2025: Kawaguchi company facing criminal charges in Malaysia over unpaid Bangladeshi worker wages in high profile Japanese consumer goods modern slavery case, says source Kawaguchi facing charges over unpaid worker wages, says source A law firm representing the affected workers says the charges relate to the company’s purported failure to comply with a labour court’s orders in high profile Japanese consumer goods. The labour department has filed charges against plastic component supplier Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd — now known as Alpha Integral Sdn Bhd — over its alleged failure to pay outstanding wages to 249 former employees, […] - [FMT 17th July 2025: Kawaguchi in Malaysia served a letter of demand over close to RM3mil in unpaid wages to modern slavery victims](https://andyjhall.org/2025/07/18/17th-july-2025-kawaguchi-in-malaysia-served-letter-of-demand-over-close-to-rm3mil-in-unpaid-wages-to-modern-slavery-victims/): FMT 17th July 2025: Kawaguchi in Malaysia served a letter of demand over close to RM3mil in unpaid wages to modern slavery victims Kawaguchi served letter of demand over close to RM3mil in unpaid wages Lawyers for 249 former workers of the plastic component supplier warn of court action if overdue payments are not settled by July 21 for unpaid wages to modern slavery victims. Sourced from: FMT by FMT Reporters – July 17th 2025 A plastic component supplier has been served a letter of demand over nearly RM3 million in unpaid wages allegedly owed to 249 former workers. Lawyers from […] - [For Immediate Release 17th July 2025: Justice Abroad is representing Labour Rights Activist Andy Hall to Overturn Unjust In Absentia Conviction in Qatar](https://andyjhall.org/2025/07/17/for-immediate-release-17th-july-2025-justice-abroad-is-representing-labour-rights-activist-andy-hall-to-overturn-unjust-in-absentia-conviction-in-qatar/): For Immediate Release 17th July 2025: Justice Abroad is representing Labour Rights Activist Andy Hall to Overturn Unjust In Absentia Conviction in Qatar Justice Abroad is representing Andy Hall, a renowned British labour rights activist. Andy was seized by local authorities on arrival in Doha, Qatar on 1st July 2025. He was then detained in relation to a conviction and prison sentence imposed on him in absentia in the country. The case concerned his passing on information in relation to alleged modern slavery to authorities and FIFA days before the World Cup 2022 began.  Sourced from: Justice Abroad – 17th July 2025 […] - [Fundraise for Andy Hall to Overturn Unjust Conviction for Whistleblowing: Qatar](https://andyjhall.org/2025/07/07/fundraise-for-andy-hall-to-overturn-unjust-conviction-for-whistleblowing-qatar/): British migrant rights activist Andy Hall was unjustly sentenced to prison in absentia in Qatar for whistleblowing on modern slavery Donate and support now! https://fundrazr.com/fundrazerforandyhall Andy Hall is trying to raise €10,000 for a legal defense to clear his name. Help protect human rights defenders. Summary Renowned British migrant workers’ rights advocate Andy Hall has just found out that he was tried and sentenced in absentia, just days before the end of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, to one-month in prison and a 1,000 Qatari fine in Qatar. The conviction was based on false allegations that he made defamatory statements about human […] - [FMT 16th June 2025: Multinational corporation Sony comes to aid of Bangladeshi former Kawaguchi workers in modern slavery case in Malaysia](https://andyjhall.org/2025/06/16/fmt-16th-june-2025-multinational-corporation-sony-comes-to-aid-of-bangladeshi-former-kawaguchi-workers-in-modern-slavery-case-in-malaysia/): FMT 16th June 2025: Multinational corporation SONY comes to aid of Bangladeshi former Kawaguchi workers in modern slavery case in Malaysia FMT 16th June 2025: Multinational corporation Sony comes to aid of Bangladeshi former Kawaguchi workers in modern slavery case in Malaysia Sony steps in to ease the burden on 283 reported to have gone without pay for seven months. A Japanese multinational corporation has provided monetary aid to some 283 Bangladeshi workers who had reportedly gone without pay for seven months last year under a different company, an international human rights group said. Original Source: FMT Reporters – 16th […] - [Kathmandu Post 8th June 2025: Nepal Malaysia migration corridor - Attempts to impose a total employment syndicate from Nepal to Malaysia have raised concerns (My Op Ed)](https://andyjhall.org/2025/06/08/kathmandu-post-8th-june-2025-nepal-malaysia-migration-corridor-attempts-to-impose-a-total-employment-syndicate-from-nepal-to-malaysia-have-raised-concerns-my-op-ed/): Kathmandu Post 8th June 2025: Nepal Malaysia migration corridor – Attempts to impose a total employment syndicate from Nepal to Malaysia have raised concerns (My Op Ed) In 2023, more than 220,000 Nepalis went to Malaysia, the most popular destination for workers seeking income. Although Malaysia is an ‘attractive’ destination for Nepali citizens, most suffer gross exploitation in reality when migrating to and working in the country. High recruitment costs and related debt bondage, false terms of employment, and dangerous, dirty and demeaning jobs. Fake employers acting as outsourcing agents treat workers like cattle or leave them at risk of arrest, extortion […] - [Independent 3rd June 2025: Farms and supermarkets could pay to bring foreign farm workers to UK, government-commissioned report says](https://andyjhall.org/2025/06/03/independent-3rd-june-2025-farms-and-supermarkets-could-pay-to-bring-foreign-farm-workers-to-uk-government-commissioned-report-says/): Independent 3rd June 2025: Farms and supermarkets could pay to bring foreign farm workers to UK, government-commissioned report says Independent 3rd June 2025: Farms and supermarkets could pay to bring foreign farm workers to UK, government-commissioned report says Exclusive: It would cost employers £850-1,500 to bring each worker to the UK, study into seasonal worker visa finds. Original Source: The Independent – Emiliano Mellino and Holly Bancroft – 3rd June 2025 British farms and supermarkets could tackle the exploitation of fruit and vegetable pickers by paying their travel and visa costs, according to a government-commissioned report. The report, undertaken for the […] - [FMT 25th May 2025: Malaysian mould manufacturer Mediceram sets up task force to resolve worker grievances following Bangladeshi migrant workers successful strike to address alleged forced labour conditions](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/24/__trashed/): FMT 25th May 2025: Malaysian mould manufacturer Mediceram sets up task force to resolve worker grievances following Bangladeshi migrant workers successful strike to address alleged forced labour conditions Glove mould manufacturer Mediceram Sdn Bhd has agreed to set up an internal task force linked to a committee comprising employees to resolve future grievances. The move follows weeks of tension with its Bangladeshi workforce over alleged working conditions and the recruitment fees the workers had paid in Bangladesh before coming to Malaysia, said Arumugam Suppiah, the company’s chairman. Sourced from: FMT by Minderjeet Kaur – 25th May 2024 Mediceram Sdn Bhd […] - [TBS 23rd May 2025: Malaysia to reopen labour market to Bangaldeshi migrants, syndicate stays but may expand agency list - ‘major modern slavery risk continues: my response’](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/22/tbs-23rd-may-2025-malaysia-to-reopen-labour-market-to-bangaldeshi-migrants-syndicate-stays-but-may-expand-agency-list-major-modern-slavery-risk-continues-my-response/): TBS 23rd May 2025: Malaysia to reopen labour market to Bangaldeshi migrants, syndicate stays but may expand agency list – ‘major modern slavery risk continues: my response’ According to sources at the expatriates’ welfare ministry, the Malaysian delegation – led by Deputy Secretary-General of the Ministry of Human Resources M Shahrin bin Omar – remained firm on continuing the syndicated recruitment system, under which a limited number of Bangladeshi agencies are authorised to send workers. Original Source: TBS Report – 23rd May 2025 My response, attributed to Andy Hall, independent, migrant, worker rights specialist (23rd May 2025): ‘The continuation of […] - [Associated Press 21st May 2025: Migrant workers in Malaysia seek unpaid wages from Kawaguchi, a supplier to Japanese companies Panasonic, Sony, Daikin, Hisense and others](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/21/associated-press-21st-may-2025-migrant-workers-in-malaysia-seek-unpaid-wages-from-kawaguchi-a-supplier-to-japanese-companies-panasonic-sony-daikin-hisense-and-others/): Associated Press 21st May 2025: Migrant workers in Malaysia seek unpaid wages from Kawaguchi, a supplier to Japanese companies Panasonic, Sony, Daikin, Hisense and others HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Around 280 Bangladeshi migrant workers in Malaysia are demanding hundreds of thousands of dollars in back wages and other money owed to them after their former employer, a plastic parts supplier to big Japanese companies, closed down.  Original Source: AP News by ANIRUDDHA GHOSAL – May 21, 2025 (Full video on site) The workers at Kawaguchi Manufacturing’s factory in Port Klang, Malaysia’s largest port city, were left stranded when the company withheld […] - [FMT 19th May 2025: Malaysia’s Mediceram Glove Factory (supplying brands and buyers like Ansell, YTY, Top Glove) threatened to deport 60 Bangladeshi migrants amid strike, says activist](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/19/fmt-19th-may-2025-malaysias-mediceram-glove-factory-supplying-brands-and-buyers-like-ansell-yty-top-glove-threatened-to-deport-60-bangladeshi-migrants-amid-strike-says-activist/): FMT 19th May 2025: Malaysia’s Mediceram Glove Factory (supplying brands and buyers like Ansell, YTY, Top Glove) threatened to deport 60 Bangladeshi migrants amid strike, says activist Original Source: FMT by Carolyn K – 19 May 2025 Labour rights activist Andy Hall says the strike entered its third day on Sunday, with 176 workers signing a petition to their employer. A glove mould manufacturer has allegedly threatened to deport 60 Bangladeshi workers after they downed tools over unpaid wages and other grievances, according to migrant rights activist Andy Hall. He said the strike entered its third day yesterday, with 176 […] - [Daily Star 18th May 2025 - Bangladeshi Migrant Worker at Mediceram Sdn Bhd Glove Company in Malaysia (supplying Ansell, YTY, Top Glove and other local and global gloves brands) faces deportation after speaking up on modern slavery and forced labour allegations](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/18/daily-star-18th-may-2025-bangladeshi-migrant-worker-at-mediceram-sdn-bhd-glove-company-in-malaysia-supplying-ansell-yty-top-glove-and-other-local-and-global-gloves-brands-faces-deportation-after/): Daily Star 18th May 2025 – Bangladeshi Migrant Worker at Mediceram Sdn Bhd Glove Company in Malaysia (supplying Ansell, YTY, Top Glove and other local and global gloves brands) faces deportation after speaking up on modern slavery and forced labour allegations A Malaysian company has revoked the work permit of a Bangladeshi migrant and threatened to do the same to 60 others on Thursday, a day after the workers talked to Expatriates’ Welfare Adviser Prof Asif Nazrul about poor working conditions, several workers have said. Original Source: The Daily Star by Porimol Palma – May 18, 2025 The management of […] - [FMT 18th May 2025: 33 Bangladeshi migrant workers sue Malaysian recruitment firm, Malaysian govt over job scam from alleged syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/18/fmt-18th-may-2025-33-bangladeshi-migrant-workers-sue-malaysian-recruitment-firm-malaysian-govt-over-job-scam-from-alleged-syndicate-trafficking-bangladeshi-workers-for-forced-labour-in-malaysia/): FMT 18th May 2025: 33 Bangladeshi migrant workers sue Malaysian recruitment firm, Malaysian govt over job scam from alleged syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia In their suit, the workers say they were left stranded after paying RM25,000 each in recruitment fees for a job scam with a monthly salary of up to RM2,500. Original Source: FMT Reporters – May 18, 2025 A group of migrant workers from Bangladesh are suing a recruitment company and the government for leaving them jobless in Malaysia after an alleged job scam involving payment of tens of thousands of ringgit each […] - [FMT 15th May 2025: Bangladeshi foreign workers in alleged situation of forced labour threaten to go on strike again at mould-making plant Mediceram](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/15/fmt-15th-may-2025-bangladeshi-foreign-workers-in-alleged-situation-of-forced-labour-threaten-to-go-on-strike-again-at-mould-making-plant-mediceram/): FMT 15th May 2025: Bangladeshi foreign workers in an alleged situation of forced labour threaten to go on strike again at the mould-making plant Mediceram Activist Andy Hall says the Bangladeshis are unhappy that one of their colleagues’ working visa has been cancelled. Bangladeshi workers employed by a ceramic former and specialist gloves mould manufacturer have threatened to go on strike for a second time tomorrow after one of their colleagues allegedly had his work visa cancelled. Source: FMT by Sean Augustin – May 15, 2025 Migrant worker rights activist Andy Hall said the workers at the factory alleged that […] - [Bloomberg EXCLUSIVE 15th May 2025: Malaysia Asks Bangladesh to Withdraw Migrant Labor Probes](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/15/bloomberg-exclusive-15th-may-2025-malaysia-asks-bangladesh-to-withdraw-migrant-labor-probes/): Bloomberg EXCLUSIVE 15th May 2025: Malaysia Asks Bangladesh to Withdraw Migrant Labor Probes Original Source: Bloomberg by Anders Melin – 15 May 2025 The Malaysian government has asked Bangladesh to review and withdraw “unsubstantiated allegations” of wrongdoing in labor migration between the two countries to improve Malaysia’s rating in an annual US report on human trafficking. “Allegations of human trafficking and money laundering — largely unsubstantiated — have impacted the Malaysian reputation,” Azman Mohd Yusof, secretary-general of the nation’s Ministry of Human Resources, wrote in a letter dated April 23. Bloomberg News reviewed a copy of the letter, which was sent to Neyamat […] - [Daily Star 14th May 2025 - Bangladeshi migrants in Malaysia: Dhaka’s uphill battle to break syndicate](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/14/daily-star-14th-may-2025-bangladeshi-migrants-in-malaysia-dhakas-uphill-battle-to-break-syndicate-chains-as-senior-officials-arrive-in-malaysia-for-negotiations-talks-on-systemic-forced-la/): Daily Star 14th May 2025 – Bangladeshi migrants in Malaysia: Dhaka’s uphill battle to break syndicate Original Source: The Daily Star by Porimol Palma, Mohammad Jamil Khan – May 15, 2025 The 2 countries begin talks tomorrow. Starting tomorrow, Bangladesh and Malaysia will hold a series of meetings, as the former faces an uphill task of reforming the labour recruitment system long plagued by syndication and corruption. Sourced from: https://www.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news/bangladeshi-migrants-malaysia-dhakas-uphill-battle-break-syndicate-chains-3894026 Expatriates’ Welfare Adviser Asif Nazrul will meet Malaysian Human Resources Minister Steven Sim and Malaysian Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail in Putrajaya tomorrow, according to official documents. Afterwards, the third […] - [FMT 14th May 2025: Malaysia-Bangladesh labour talks must address cartel issues, says ex-MP as Bangladeshi Expatriates Advisor Arrives in Malaysia](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/13/fmt-14th-may-2025-malaysia-bangladesh-labour-talks-must-address-cartel-issues-says-ex-mp-as-bangladeshi-expatriates-advisor-arrives-in-malaysia/): FMT 14th May 2025: Malaysia-Bangladesh labour talks must address cartel issues, says ex-MP as Bangladeshi Expatriates Advisor Arrives in Malaysia Malaysia-Bangladesh labour talks must address cartel issues, says ex-MP Malaysia and Bangladesh must discuss putting an end to cartels in the labour recruitment market when officials from the two countries hold a special three-day meeting in Kuala Lumpur beginning tomorrow, a former MP said. Original Source: FMT by K. Parkaran – May 14, 2025 Charles Santiago says any decision to reopen the labour market should only proceed after comprehensive reforms. Charles Santiago, the former MP for Klang, said the current […] - [8th May 2025: Former ATA Malaysia migrant workers’ forced labour case to proceed in English courts following Supreme Court refusal of Dyson appeal](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/08/8th-may-2025-former-ata-malaysia-migrant-workers-forced-labour-case-to-proceed-in-english-courts-following-supreme-court-refusal-of-dyson-appeal/): 8th May 2025: Former ATA Malaysia migrant workers’ forced labour case to proceed in English courts following Supreme Court refusal of Dyson appeal Migrant workers’ lawsuit against Dyson to proceed in UK courts Allegations by the claimants, who worked in two Malaysian factories supplying Dyson, include forced labour and dangerous working conditions. Original Source: FMT – 8 May 2025 The UK Supreme Court has refused to let electrical appliance manufacturer Dyson appeal a ruling allowing allegations of forced labour and unsafe conditions at two Malaysian factories to be heard in English courts. Yesterday, the court rejected Dyson’s application, agreeing with […] - [3rd May 2025: FMT - Overdue wages still unpaid despite labour tribunal consent order, say Bangladeshi ex-Kawaguchi workers (supplying Daikin, Hisense, Panasonic, and Sony) when filing Bangladesh and Malaysia Complaints](https://andyjhall.org/2025/05/03/fmt-3rd-may-2025-overdue-wages-still-unpaid-despite-labour-tribunal-consent-order-say-bangladeshi-ex-kawaguchi-workers-supplying-daikin-hisense-panasonic-and-sony-when-filing-bangladesh-and-mala/): 3rd May 2025: FMT – Overdue wages still unpaid despite labour tribunal consent order, say Bangladeshi ex-Kawaguchi workers (supplying Daikin, Hisense, Panasonic, and Sony) when filing Bangladesh and Malaysia Complaints Migrant rights activist Andy Hall says the workers from Bangladesh received only a first instalment of RM1,000 in January, and a second installment due in April had yet to be paid, despite labour tribunal consent order. Original Source: FMT by Alysha Edward – 3rd May 2025 PETALING JAYA: More than 40 former migrant workers from Bangladesh have lodged official complaints in Bangladesh and Malaysia against plastics component supplier Kawaguchi Manufacturing […] - [20th Apr 2025 FMT: Nepal forced to pay RM10,000 to secure security guard jobs in Malaysia, activist claims](https://andyjhall.org/2025/04/20/20th-apr-2025-fmt-nepalis-forced-to-pay-rm10000-to-secure-security-guard-jobs-in-malaysia-activist-claims/): 20th Apr 2025 FMT News: Nepal forced to pay RM10,000 to secure security guard jobs in Malaysia, activist claims Nepalis forced to pay RM10,000 to secure jobs in Malaysia, activist claims Andy Hall, activist, says the sum is to cover the extortionate fees charged by recruitment intermediaries, including Malaysian security guards and Nepali manpower agents. Original Source: FMT by Sean Augustin – 20 April 2025 PETALING JAYA: Nepalis are being made to pay up to RM10,000 to secure jobs as security guards in Malaysia, a migrant rights activist claims, adding that the “alarming” surge in recruitment costs leading to high risks […] - [FMT 7th Apr 2025: Activist warns of syndicate threat to migrant labour reforms in Malaysia](https://andyjhall.org/2025/04/07/fmt-7th-apr-2025-activist-warns-of-syndicate-threat-to-migrant-labour-reforms-in-malaysia/): FMT 7th Apr 2025: Activist warns of syndicate threat to migrant labour reforms in Malaysia As the government gets ready to reopen the hiring of foreign workers, migrant rights activist Andy Hall claims a recruitment syndicate has been revived. Original Source: FMT Reporters – April 7, 2025 PETALING JAYA: A migrant worker recruitment syndicate has become active again and may block efforts to reform the hiring of Bangladeshi and Nepali workers when Malaysia reopens the intake of foreign workers, according to a migrant rights activist. Andy Hall said the syndicate is believed to have some control over the recruitment and management […] - [FMT 28th Mar 2025: Glove maker YTY says Malaysian ceramic mould supplier Mediceram may be involved in forced labour practices](https://andyjhall.org/2025/03/28/fmt-28th-mar-2025-glove-maker-yty-says-malaysian-ceramic-mould-supplier-mediceram-may-be-involved-in-forced-labour-practices/): FMT 28th Mar 2025: Glove maker YTY says Malaysian ceramic mould supplier Mediceram may be involved in forced labour practices PETALING JAYA: Rubber glove maker YTY Group today said one of its Malaysia-based ceramic mould suppliers may be involved in “systemic” forced labour practices. In a statement on its company website, the group said a preliminary engagement with the said supplier, whose identity is being withheld, after recent allegations came to light, “suggests there have been instances of forced labour lapses”. Original Source: FMT Reporters – 28 March 2025 YTY Group says it will engage with the company to determine why […] - [FMT 8th Mar 2025: Workers at glove mould-making plant in Malaysia, supplying leading domestic and international gloves companies, not paid for 3 months, claims activist (another alleged Malaysian modern slavery related case)](https://andyjhall.org/2025/03/08/fmt-8th-mar-2025-workers-at-glove-mould-making-plant-in-malaysia-supplying-leading-domestic-and-international-gloves-companies-not-paid-for-3-months-claims-activist-another-alleged-malaysian-mode/): FMT 8th Mar 2025: Workers at glove mould-making plant in Malaysia, supplying leading domestic and international gloves companies, not paid for 3 months, claims activist (another alleged Malaysian modern slavery related case) PETALING JAYA: Close to 200 Bangladeshi workers employed by a ceramic former and specialist glove mould manufacturer have gone without pay for three months, a migrant worker rights activist has claimed. Original Source: FMT by Alysha Edward – 8 March 2025 Andy Hall says about 190 Bangladeshis have been left in debt and struggling to pay off their recruitment fees. Andy Hall said based on information gathered by […] - [FMT 23rd Feb 2025: Two-thirds of Malaysia’s ex-Kawaguchi company employees have found new jobs but remain in situation of acute modern slavery, activist reveals](https://andyjhall.org/2025/02/23/fmt-23rd-feb-2025-two-thirds-of-malaysias-ex-kawaguchi-company-employees-have-found-new-jobs-but-remain-in-situation-of-acute-modern-slavery-activist-reveals/): FMT 23rd Feb 2025: Two-thirds of Malaysia’s ex-Kawaguchi company employees have found new jobs but remain in situation of acute modern slavery, activist reveals Andy Hall says 181 of the 251 foreign workers from ex-Kawaguchi secured jobs between December and early February. Original Source: FMT by Sean Augustin – February 23, 2025 PETALING JAYA: More than two-thirds of the 251 foreign workers previously employed by Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd have found new jobs, an independent migrant worker rights activist has revealed. Andy Hall said of the 181 successful workers, 85 received their new placements through the labour department and local Port […] - [FMT 7th Jan 2025: Kawaguchi foreign workers in Malaysia preparing to sue 2 prominent Japanese companies, Sony and Panasonic, in U.S. courts](https://andyjhall.org/2025/01/08/fmt-7th-jan-2024-kawaguchi-foreign-workers-preparing-to-sue-2-prominent-japanese-companies-sony-and-panasonic-in-u-s-courts/): FMT 7th Jan 2025: Kawaguchi foreign workers in Malaysia preparing to sue 2 prominent Japanese companies, Sony and Panasonic, in U.S. courts PETALING JAYA: The 251 foreign workers previously employed by Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, who went seven months without pay last year, intend to drag two prominent Japanese companies to court in Washington DC. Migrant worker rights activist Andy Hall says the 251 Bangladeshi nationals will sue the Japanese companies in the US. Original Source: FMT by Sean Augustin – January 8, 2025 The workers, all Bangladeshi nationals, plan to sue the Japanese companies, alleging exploitation, mistreatment, and non-payment of […] - [31st Dec 2024: FMT - Kawaguchi workers ‘forced’ to relocate, claims activist (Sony, Panasonic and Daikin Malaysian supplier case)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/31/fmt-31st-dec-2024-kawaguchi-workers-forced-to-relocate-claims-activist-sony-panasonic-and-daikin-malaysian-supplier-case/): 31st Dec 2024: FMT – Kawaguchi workers ‘forced’ to relocate, claims activist (Sony, Panasonic and Daikin Malaysian supplier case) PETALING JAYA: A large number of foreign Kawaguchi workers who supply Sony, Panasonic, and Daikin have not received their wages for seven months and have been “forced” to accept jobs at other companies, claims human rights activist Andy Hall. Original Souce: FMT by Faisal Asyraf – 31 December 2025 Andy Hall says many of them have had to take on new jobs but were not able to negotiate the terms of their employment. He told FMT that the workers were interviewed […] - [26th December 2024: FMT - Penniless and unemployed, Kawaguchi’s foreign workers in Malaysia hoping to secure jobs before Ramadan (Sony, Panasonic & Daikin supplier case)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/26/fmt-26th-dec-2024-penniless-and-unemployed-kawaguchis-foreign-workers-in-malaysia-hoping-to-secure-jobs-before-ramadan-sony-panasonic-daikin-supplier-case/): 26th December 2024: FMT – Penniless and unemployed, Kawaguchi’s foreign workers in Malaysia hoping to secure jobs before Ramadan (Sony, Panasonic & Daikin supplier case) KLANG: More than 200 foreign workers at Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, who had endured seven months without salaries, are clinging to the hope of securing new jobs before the fasting month of Ramadan begins in February next year. Original Source: FMT by Faisal Asyraf – 26th December 2024 The workers are also hoping to secure a job so they can repay their debts. Currently unemployed and penniless, their futures remain shrouded in uncertainty despite a recent […] - [20th December 2024: FMT - Air-con giant Daikin comes to rescue of unpaid modern slavery victims and foreign Kawaguchi workers (Kawaguchi supplies Sony, Panasonic and Daikin - Daikin smallest buyer)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/20/fmt-20th-dec-2024-air-con-giant-daikin-comes-to-rescue-of-unpaid-modern-slavery-victims-and-foreign-kawaguchi-workers-kawaguchi-supplies-sony-panasonic-and-daikin-daikin-smallest-buyer/): 20th December 2024: FMT – Air-con giant Daikin comes to rescue of unpaid modern slavery victims and foreign Kawaguchi workers (Kawaguchi supplies Sony, Panasonic and Daikin – Daikin smallest buyer) PETALING JAYA: Daikin Industries Ltd, the world’s largest air-conditioner manufacturer, has contributed US$12,000 to the 251 foreign workers who went without salary for seven months. Original Source: FMT by Sean Augustin – 20th December 2024 The Osaka-based conglomerate said the funds were to purchase food and other related aid, according to migrant labour rights activist Andy Hall. FMT 22nd Dec 2024: Resolve migrant worker pay issues to avoid economic jeopardy, says […] - [20th December 2024: "Seven months of unpaid wages: 'When will I be free?'" Malaysia: Report on Kawaguchi (Sony, Panasonic, Daikin and Hisense/Sanden supplier) released by PARC ](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/20/20th-dec-2024-seven-months-of-unpaid-wages-when-will-i-be-free-malaysia-report-on-kawaguchi-sony-panasonic-daikin-and-hisense-sanden-supplier-released-by-parc/): 20th December 2024: “Seven months of unpaid wages: ‘When will I be free?'” Malaysia: Report on Kawaguchi (Sony, Panasonic, Daikin and Hisense/Sanden supplier) released by PARC  Kawaguchi Manufacturing SDN BHD, a plastic parts manufacturer in Malaysia, has been found to have engaged in practices that could lead to forced labor, including long-term unpaid wages and confiscation of visas for migrant workers. The company has been found to produce parts for major Japanese companies such as Sony, Panasonic, and Daikin, as well as parts for the Hisense Group. Original Source: Parc Research – December 20, 2024 The involvement of these labor […] - [19th December 2024: Malaysian Labour Dept to assist Kawaguchi workers securing new jobs, firm agrees to settle over RM3 million backdated pay in agreement described as ‘offensive,’ global buyers Sony, Panasonic and Daikin remain silent](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/19/19th-dec-2024-malaysian-labour-dept-to-assist-kawaguchi-workers-securing-new-jobs-firm-agrees-to-settle-over-rm3m-backdated-pay-in-agreement-described-as-offensive-global-buyers-s/): 19th December 2024 Malay Mail: Malaysian Labour Dept to assist Kawaguchi workers securing new jobs, firm agrees to settle over RM3 million backdated pay in the agreement described as ‘offensive,’ global buyers Sony, Panasonic, and Daikin remain silent KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 — Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, a plastic component supplier for Japanese electronics giants Sony, Panasonic, and Daikin, accused of forced labour practices, has agreed to pay up to RM3 million in backdated wages owed to 251 Bangladeshi workers. Original Source: Malay Mail by Syed Jaymal Zahiid – December 19th 2024 An agreement was reached to settle outstanding salaries […] - [18th Dec 2024: FMT - Kawaguchi to pay foreign workers’ owed salary in Malaysia after negotiations - Major Japanese conglomerates Sony, Panasonic and Daikin remain silent after unethical cut and run](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/18/fmt-18th-dec-2024-kawaguchi-to-pay-foreign-workers-owed-salary-in-malaysia-after-negotiations-major-japanese-conglomerates-sony-panasonic-and-daikin-remain-silent-after-unethical-cut-and/): 18th Dec 2024: FMT – Kawaguchi to pay foreign workers’ owed salary in Malaysia after negotiations – Major Japanese conglomerates Sony, Panasonic and Daikin remain silent after unethical cut and run An agreement has been reached after a five-hour mediation at the labour office between the employer and a group of foreign workers while major Japanese conglomerates Sony, Panasonic and Daikin remain silent Original Source: FMT by Faisal Asyraf – 18 December 2024 KLANG: Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd has agreed to pay their 251 foreign employees up to seven months of overdue salaries. The company reached the decision five days after […] - [18th Dec 2024: Malaysiakini - Almost 300 Kawaguchi Bangladeshi workers left jobless when Sony, Panasonic and Daikin cut and run from modern slavery abuses in Malaysian factory to enrol in employer exchange programme](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/18/malaysiakini-18th-dec-2024-almost-300-kawaguchi-bangladeshi-workers-left-jobless-when-sony-panasonic-and-daikin-cut-and-run-from-modern-slavery-abuses-in-malaysian-factory-to-enrol-in-employer-excha/): 18th Dec 2024: Malaysiakini – Almost 300 Kawaguchi Bangladeshi workers left jobless when Sony, Panasonic and Daikin cut and run from modern slavery abuses in Malaysian factory to enrol in employer exchange programme The Labour Department will hold another discussion with disgruntled workers at Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd today to find a solution to their salary woes. Summary This would be the second meeting after Saturday, which ended in a deadlock as some 200 workers rejected Kawaguchi’s proposal to settle their overdue salaries in stages. In a statement, the department said today’s discussion will be on enrolling those affected in […] - [17th Dec 2024: FMT Malaysian Labour dept promises justice for Kawaguchi Manufacturing modern slavery victims from Bangladesh on strike, key customers were Sony, Panasonic and Daikin](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/17/fmt-17th-dec-2024-malaysian-labour-dept-promises-justice-for-kawaguchi-modern-slavery-victims-from-bangladesh-on-strike-kawaguchi-key-customers-were-sony-panasonic-and-daikin/): 17th Dec 2024: FMT Malaysian Labour dept promises justice for Kawaguchi Manufacturing modern slavery victims from Bangladesh on strike, Kawaguchi key customers were Sony, Panasonic, and Daikin It says the company offered to pay the salary arrears in instalments until September 2025, but the workers insisted they be paid in full by year-end. The labour department has promised to ensure that workers at the Kawaguchi Manufacturing plastics factory will be treated fairly over the months of outstanding wages owed to them. Original Source: FMT – FMT Reporters – 17 December 2024 The department said it was alerted in September to […] - [15th Dec 2024: FMT - Ex-MP calls for ministry action after salary protest at Malaysia’s Kawaguchi plastics company supplying Japanese conglomerates Sony, Panasonic and Daikin](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/15/fmt-15th-dec-2024-ex-mp-calls-for-ministry-action-after-salary-protest-at-malaysias-kawaguchi-plastics-company-supplying-japanese-conglomerates-sony-panasonic-and-daikin/): 15th Dec 2024: FMT – Ex-MP calls for ministry action after salary protest at Malaysia’s Kawaguchi plastics company supplying Japanese conglomerates Sony, Panasonic and Daikin Charles Santiago says weak enforcement of labour laws could harm Malaysia’s global reputation and efforts to attract foreign investment following salary protests at Malaysia’s Kawaguchi plastics company supplying Japanese conglomerates Sony, Panasonic and Daikin. A former MP has called on the human resources ministry to strengthen enforcement of regulations against forced labour after workers at a plastics factory in Klang carried out a protest over months of unpaid wages. Original Source: FMT by Rex Tan […] - [15th Dec 2024: ABC - Sony, Panasonic 'cut and run' from Malaysian supplier Kawaguchi accused of wage theft](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/15/abc-15th-dec-2024-sony-panasonic-cut-and-run-from-malaysian-supplier-kawaguchi-accused-of-wage-theft/): 15th Dec 2024: ABC – Sony, Panasonic ‘cut and run’ from Malaysian supplier Kawaguchi accused of wage theft About 200 migrant workers at Malasyian supplier Kawaguchi Manufacturing allege forced overtime, having their passports withheld and not being paid their salaries for six months. Original Source: ABC by Libby Hogan – 15 December 2024 Japanese electronics giants Sony and Panasonic say they have investigated abuses and are severing ties with the company. What’s next? Labour activists argue these companies need to address unpaid wages for vulnerable workers rather than simply cutting ties with supplier Kawaguchi. When Ershad left Bangladesh for Malaysia, he […] - [14th Dec 2024: FMT - Protest and alleged hostage taking at Kawaguchi plastics company in Malaysia by Bangladeshi migrant worker modern slavery victims over salary arrears - key Japanese buyers Sony, Panasonic and Daikin respond to BHRRC](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/13/fmt-14th-dec-2024-protest-and-alleged-hostage-taking-at-kawaguchi-plastics-company-in-malaysia-by-bangladeshi-migrant-worker-modern-slavery-victims-over-salary-arrears-key-japanese-buyers-sony-pan/): 14th Dec 2024: FMT – Protest and alleged hostage taking at Kawaguchi plastics company in Malaysia by Bangladeshi migrant worker modern slavery victims over salary arrears – key Japanese buyers Sony, Panasonic and Daikin respond to BHRRC PETALING JAYA: A group of workers at Kawaguchi plastics manufacturing company in Klang have continued to protest over unpaid wages after the police earlier said a gathering had been dispersed. Original Source: FMT by Rex Tan – 13 December 2024 It is understood that officials from the Bangladesh high commission in Kuala Lumpur are at the company to resolve the issue. Police said earlier […] - [13th Dec 2024: UK Court of Appeal confirms allegations of forced labour and dangerous conditions for migrant workers at Malaysian factory ATA, making products for Dyson, can be heard in UK Court](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/13/reuters-leigh-day-press-release-13th-dec-2024-uk-court-of-appeal-confirms-allegations-of-forced-labour-and-dangerous-conditions-for-migrant-workers-at-malaysian-factory-ata-making-products-for-dyson/): 13th Dec 2024: UK Court of Appeal confirms allegations of forced labour and dangerous conditions for migrant workers at Malaysian factory ATA, making products for Dyson, can be heard in UK Court LONDON, Dec 13 (Reuters) – Two dozen migrant workers who allege they were subjected to forced labour at a Malaysian factory ATA while making parts for British vacuum cleaner manufacturer Dyson can sue the company in London, the Court of Appeal ruled on Friday. The 24 workers from Nepal and Bangladesh, one of whom has died and whose estate brought the case, sued Dyson Technology Ltd, Dyson Ltd […] - [7th Dec 2024: Gaurdian - Agency that brought heavily indebted Indonesian farmworkers into UK seasonal workers scheme loses licence](https://andyjhall.org/2024/12/07/guardian-7th-dec-2024-agency-that-brought-heavily-indebted-indonesian-workers-into-uk-seasonal-workers-scheme-loses-licence/): 7th Dec 2024: Guardian – Agency that brought heavily indebted Indonesian farmworkers into UK seasonal workers scheme loses licence A British recruitment agency that brought Indonesian farmworkers to the UK owing debts of thousands of pounds to foreign brokers has had its licence revoked by the labour exploitation watchdog. AG Recruitment was once the largest supplier of international labour to British agriculture, bringing more than 1,450 Indonesians to pick fruit to supply British supermarkets in 2022. Original Source: Guardian by Emily Dugan – 7th December 2024 Exclusive: AG Recruitment found not to have acted ‘in a fit and proper manner’ […] - [26th Nov 2024: FMT - Worried Kawaguchi factory workers in Malaysia, producing Sony, Panasonic, Daikin and Sanden products, file a claim over RM800,000 (US$180,000) in wage arrears, deductions](https://andyjhall.org/2024/11/27/fmt-26th-nov-2024-worried-kawaguchi-factory-workers-in-malaysia-producing-sony-panasonic-daikin-and-sanden-products-file-claim-over-rm800000-us180000-in-wage-arrears-deductions/): 26th Nov 2024: FMT – Worried Kawaguchi factory workers in Malaysia, producing Sony, Panasonic, Daikin, and Sanden products, file a claim over RM800,000 (US$180,000) in wage arrears, deductions Fifty-seven say they are worried Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd’s three major clients might cut ties with them over forced labour allegations. Sourced from: FMT by Jason Thomas – 27 November 2024 PETALING JAYA: About 60 workers from a plastics manufacturing company in Klang which supplies components to three major Japanese electronics firms have filed reports with the labour department over unpaid wages and unlawful salary deductions totalling more than RM800,000. In four separate […] - [13th Nov 2024: Diplomat - Indonesian Workers Say They Faced Modern Slavery in the UK. Who Is Responsible? ](https://andyjhall.org/2024/11/14/diplomat-13th-nov-2024-indonesian-workers-say-they-faced-modern-slavery-in-the-uk-who-is-responsible/): 13th Nov 2024: Diplomat – Indonesian Workers Say They Faced Modern Slavery in the UK. Who Is Responsible?  A post-Brexit seasonal labor migration scheme has been marred by claims of exploitative practices and modern slavery. Cross-border cases, where legal matters straddle different jurisdictions, are always a challenge. One such case involves a group of Indonesian nationals who allege that they were victims of human trafficking, debt bondage, and modern slavery when they went to work in the United Kingdom to pick fruit and vegetables in the wake of Brexit, the country’s exit from the European Union. Sourced from: The Diplomat […] - [5th Nov 2024: Bloomberg - Bangladesh Asks Malaysia to Arrest Businessmen in Migrant Trafficking Case (includes responses)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/11/06/bloomberg-5th-nov-2024-exclusive-by-anders-melin-politics-bangladesh-asks-malaysia-to-arrest-businessmen-in-migrant-trafficking-case-includes-responses/): 5th Nov 2024: Bloomberg – Bangladesh Asks Malaysia to Arrest Businessmen in Migrant Trafficking Case Police in Bangladesh have asked the government of Malaysia to arrest and extradite two businessmen as part of a probe of alleged money laundering, extortion, and migrant trafficking of workers. Original Source: Bloomberg by Anders Melin – 5 November 2024 The men, Aminul Islam and Ruhul Amin, are alleged to have played key roles in a system that “fraudulently extorted money from the victims” and exposed them to “physical and mental torture,” according to the letter dated Oct. 24 that Bangladesh’s branch of Interpol sent […] - [29th Oct 2024: SCMP - He left Indonesia seeking a better life in the UK. All he found was debt and despair (a great story on our test case against UK seasonal workers scheme)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/10/29/scmp-29th-oct-2024-he-left-indonesia-seeking-a-better-life-in-the-uk-all-he-found-was-debt-and-despair-a-great-story-on-our-test-case-against-uk-seasonal-workers-scheme/): 29th Oct 2024: He left Indonesia seeking a better life in the UK. All he found was debt and despair ‘Budi’ is bringing a case against the UK Home Office after leaving Indonesia, claiming his seasonal worker experience made him a victim of human trafficking. Sourced from: SCMP by Aisyah Llewellyn – 29th October 2024 On a brisk morning in July 2022, 18-year-old “Budi” stepped onto British soil for the first time, leaving behind the bustling streets of Jakarta for the promise of a lucrative job picking fruit under the United Kingdom’s seasonal workers scheme. Filled with hopes of a brighter […] - [18th Oct 2024: Sony admits own audit found probable labour code violation by Malaysian contractor Kawaguchi](https://andyjhall.org/2024/10/18/malay-mail-18th-oct-2024-sony-admits-own-audit-found-probable-labour-code-violation-by-malaysian-contractor-kawaguchi/): 18th Oct 2024: Sony admits own audit found probable labour code violation by Malaysian contractor Kawaguchi KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 — Sony Group Corporation said its on-site audit of the Malaysian factory that supplies plastic components for its electronic products found the contractor, Kawaguchi, had violated their supply chain code of conduct, following allegations of forced labour practices previously raised by activists and workers.  Original Source: Malay Mail by Syed Jaymal Zahiid – 18th October 2024 The electronics giant is one of three Japanese mega firms to source plastic components from Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, the Klang-based company accused of […] - [5th Oct 2024: Benar News - Malaysia’s PM Anwar promises Bangladeshi migrant workers will be treated fairly](https://andyjhall.org/2024/10/05/benar-news-5th-oct-2024-malaysias-pm-anwar-promises-bangladeshi-migrant-workers-will-be-treated-fairly/): 5th Oct 2024: Benar News – Malaysia’s PM Anwar promises Bangladeshi migrant workers will be treated fairly During Dhaka visit with interim leader Yunus, Anwar says migrants cannot be treated like slaves. Original Source: Benar News by Kamran Reza Chowdhury – October 4th, 2024 Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced Friday that his government would ensure that foreign workers receive proper housing and are not treated like modern-day slaves, after he met with interim Bangladesh leader Muhammad Yunus during a brief stopover in Dhaka. Anwar, the first foreign leader to visit Yunus since he became chief of Bangladesh’s interim government in early […] - [26th Sept 2024: Former Malaysian gloves plant workers sue Kimberly-Clark. They allege abuse at company's supplier Brightway](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/26/26th-sept-2024-former-malaysian-gloves-plant-workers-sue-kimberly-clark-they-allege-abuse-at-companys-supplier-brightway/): 26th Sept 2024: Former Malaysian gloves plant workers sue Kimberly-Clark. They allege abuse at the company’s supplier Brightway Former employees of a Malaysian latex gloves supplier for Kimberly-Clark Corp. say they were trafficked, abused, and provided unsanitary company housing with barely edible food. Original Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel by Rick Barrett – 26th September 2024 Several of them interviewed by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel described their housing as a crowded, stifling hot dormitory infested with insects. At one location, hundreds of workers were housed in what appeared to be shipping containers, according to a Malaysian government official, who in a […] - [20th Sept 2024: Prothmalo - Aminul and Ruhul Amin involved in alleged migrant worker syndicate money 'laundering' to Malaysia](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/20/prothmalo-20th-sept-2024-aminul-and-ruhul-amin-involved-in-alleged-migrant-worker-syndicate-money-laundering-from-bangladesh-to-malaysia/): 20th Sept 2024: Prothmalo – Aminul and Ruhul Amin involved in alleged migrant worker syndicate money ‘laundering’ to Malaysia Aminul and Ruhul Amin involved in alleged migrant worker syndicate money ‘laundering’ to Malaysia. The syndicate has laundered a huge amount of money and the total laundered money will stand at Tk 87.50 billion. Original Source: Prothmalo by Mohiuddin Dhaka – 19th September 2024 Allegations have been raised that Tk 100,000 has been taken as a migrant worker syndicate fee from each Malaysia-bound worker and about Tk 50 billion has been laundered in this way.  Moreover, Tk 37.50 billion has been […] - [19th Sept 2024: Malay Mail- Panasonic, Sony and Daikin vows probe into forced labour claim against Malaysian contractor](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/19/malay-mail-19th-sept-2024-panasonic-sony-and-daikin-vows-probe-into-forced-labour-claim-against-malaysian-contractor/): 19th Sept 2024: Malay Mail- Panasonic, Sony and Daikin vows probe into forced labour claim against Malaysian contractor KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 19 — Three major Japanese electronic companies, Panasonic, Sony and Daikin have pledged to investigate a Malaysian-based supplier accused of forced labour practices that include withholding passports and wages spanning months. Sourced from: Malay Mail – By Syed Jaymal Zahiid – 19th September 2024 Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd, a Klang-based Japanese company that supplies plastic components for Panasonic, Sony, and Daikin, is now the subject of a probe by the Malaysian Labour Department after its workers lodged complaints that […] - [17th Sept 2024: FMT - Japanese electronics giants probe Malaysian supplier Kawaguchi after delayed salary payments](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/17/17th-sept-2024-fmt-bhrrc-japanese-electronics-giants-probe-malaysian-supplier-kawaguchi-after-delayed-salary-payments/): 17th Sept 2024: FMT – Japanese electronics giants probe Malaysian supplier Kawaguchi after delayed salary payments However, Klang-based Japanese electronics giant Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd has assured its workers that the delay will be resolved by the end of the year. Sourced from: FMT – 17th September 2024 by Jason Thomas PETALING JAYA: Sony, Panasonic and Daikin are looking into delayed salary payments and alleged human rights violations at its Klang-based supplier Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd. Earlier this month, it was reported that hundreds of Bangladeshi workers employed by the plastics manufacturing company were allegedly not paid for up to six […] - [12th Sept 2024: FLA - Fifty global brands urge Taiwan to support responsible recruitment of migrant workers](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/13/fair-labour-association-12th-sept-2024-fifty-global-brands-urge-taiwan-to-support-responsible-recruitment-of-migrant-workers/): 12th Sept 2024: FLA – Fifty global brands urge Taiwan to support responsible recruitment of migrant workers The conditions for migrant workers from the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand in Taiwan are some of the most challenging I have ever seen. The levels of debt incurred by these vulnerable, often lower-skilled migrant workers as a result of uncontrolled and unethical recruitment and exploitative employment (both living and working conditions) by employers and local agents who manage them are in urgent need of attention. It’s good that FLA is taking this initiative despite Taiwan’s Tier 1 U.S. human trafficking report ranking?!! […] - [8th Sept 2024: The Guardian - Number of seasonal workers seeking help after being sacked by UK farms doubles in the past year](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/08/guardian-8th-sept-2024-number-of-seasonal-workers-seeking-help-after-being-sacked-by-uk-farms-doubles-in-past-year/): 8th Sept 2024: The Guardian Number of seasonal workers seeking help after being sacked by UK farms doubles in the past year The number of farm seasonal workers seeking help with dismissal after travelling to work in British fields and orchards has soared over the past year, according to research. Government warned ‘unobtainable targets’ Being Used to dismiss migrant fruit pickers at short notice. Original Source: The Guardian by Emily Digan- 8th September 2024 The trend is thought to be in part because of pressure to meet picking targets, the challenges faced by farmers trying to stay profitable and an […] - [6th Sep 2024: Malay Mail - Malaysian HR Ministry opens probe into slave labour claims against contractor (Kawaguchi) for Sony, Panasonic and Daikin](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/06/malay-mail-6th-sept-2024-malaysian-hr-ministry-opens-probe-into-slave-labour-claims-against-contractor-kawaguchi-for-sony-panasonic-and-daikin/): 6th Sept 2024: Malay Mail – Malaysian HR Ministry opens probe into slave labour claims against contractor (Kawaguchi) for Sony, Panasonic and Daikin KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 6 — The Manpower Department has opened investigation papers into allegations of slave labour practices by Kawaguchi Manufacturing Sdn Bhd the contractor that supplies workers for Japanese electronics giants Sony, Panasonic and Daikin. Malay Mail understands that the company’s office was raided by the Port Klang Manpower Office (PTK) on September 3 following a complaint by a migrant worker rights activist, Andy Hall, who has worked on multiple cases of foreign worker abuses in the […] - [6th Sept 2024: Aljazeera - Indonesian fruit-pickers say seasonal work in UK left them drowning in debt](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/06/aljazeera-6th-sept-2024-indonesian-fruit-pickers-say-seasonal-work-in-uk-left-them-drowning-in-debt/): 6th Sept 2024: Aljazeera – Indonesian fruit-pickers say seasonal work in UK left them drowning in debt Original Source: Aljazeera by Aisyah Llewellyn – 6th September 2024 Indonesian fruit-pickers say they were fired within weeks of arriving at UK farm after failing to meet impossible targets during their seasonal work in the UK. Medan, Indonesia – Indonesian fruit-pickers who paid thousands of dollars to travel to the United Kingdom to pick fruit say they face the prospect of returning home heavily in debt after being sacked for not meeting unrealistic targets. Migrant worker Abdul said he departed for the UK in […] - [5th Sept 2024: FMT - Malaysian labour dept probes Bangladeshi workers’ forced labour claims in factory allegedly supplying to major electronics companies Daikin, Panasonic and Sony](https://andyjhall.org/2024/09/05/fmt-5th-sept-2024-malaysian-labour-dept-probes-bangladeshi-workers-forced-labour-claims-in-factory-allegedly-supplying-to-major-electronics-companies-daikin-panasonic-and-sony/): 5th Sept 2024: FMT – Malaysian labour dept probes Bangladeshi workers’ forced labour claims in factory allegedly supplying to major electronics companies Daikin, Panasonic and Sony PETALING JAYA: The Selangor labour department is investigating claims of unpaid wages and other forced labour indicators by a group of Bangladeshi workers at a factory in Klang that supplies components to major electronics companies such as Daikin, Panasonic and Sony. Original Source: FMT by Jason Thomas – 5th September 2024 The workers allege that they have not been paid for months and forced to work 12-hour shifts everyday. In an e-mail to the company […] - [29th August 2024 Channel 4 News: Dyson abandons libel claim against Channel 4 News report on Dyson/ATA Malaysia alleged migrant abuse saga](https://andyjhall.org/2024/08/29/29th-august-2024-channel-4-news-dyson-abandons-libel-claim-against-channel-4-news-report-on-dyson-ata-malaysia-alleged-migrant-abuse-saga/): 29th August 2024 Channel 4 News: Dyson abandons libel claim against Channel 4 News report on Dyson/ATA Malaysia alleged migrant abuse saga Channel 4 and ITN today confirm that Dyson abandons libel claim against Channel 4 News, after over two years of court proceedings. Original Source: Channel 4 News – 29th August 2024 Dyson sued Channel 4 and the makers of the programme, ITN, after the programme reported on appalling conditions in factories in Malaysia where Dyson products were being manufactured. In February 2022, Channel 4 News’ investigations team revealed how a group of migrant workers, recruited by Dyson’s contractor […] - [24th August 2024: TBIJ ‘We sacrificed everything we had’: seasonal workers in UK left without jobs after Home Office decision](https://andyjhall.org/2024/08/24/bureau-of-investigative-journalism-24th-august-2024-we-sacrificed-everything-we-had-seasonal-workers-in-uk-left-without-jobs-after-home-office-decision/): 24th August 2024: Bureau of Investigative Journalism ‘We sacrificed everything we had’: seasonal workers in UK left without jobs after Home Office decision When Ubay* was told in January that he and his wife had been selected to work as seasonal workers in the UK, they celebrated. The 37-year-old father of four from Uzbekistan, had seen his timber import business go bankrupt. Here was a chance to get his family out of debt. Original Source: TBIJ by Emiliano Mellino – 24th August 2024 He had previously received similar offers that looked like scams, but this time there was no reason […] - [31st July 2024: BBC Indonesia -‘I'm at my wits end' – The fate of Indonesia's aspiring seasonal fruit pickers who have yet to be sent to the UK (translated from Bahasa)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/07/31/bbc-indonesia-31st-july-2024-im-at-my-wits-end-the-fate-of-indonesias-aspiring-seasonal-fruit-pickers-who-have-yet-to-be-sent-to-the-uk-translated-from-bahasa/): 31st July 2024: BBC Indonesia -‘I’m at my wits end’ – The fate of Indonesia’s aspiring seasonal fruit pickers who have yet to be sent to the UK (translated from Bahasa) A total of 145 new people from Indonesia were sent as seasonal workers on British plantations this year, from a request for 500 Indonesian migrant workers (PMI) who were originally to be placed. In fact, the harvest season is currently at its peak. Original Source: The BBC Indonesia – 31st July 2024 They were sent by PT Mardel Anugerah Internasional, the Indonesian Migrant Worker Placement Company (P3MI). The company […] - [21st July 2024: Guardian Exclusive Investigation - Indonesians who paid thousands to work on UK farm sacked within weeks](https://andyjhall.org/2024/07/21/guardian-exclusive-investigation-21st-july-2024-indonesians-who-paid-thousands-to-work-on-uk-farm-sacked-within-weeks/): 21st July 2024: Guardian Exclusive Investigation – Indonesians who paid thousands to work on UK farm sacked within weeks Indonesians who paid thousands of pounds to travel to Britain and pick fruit at a farm supplying most big supermarkets have been sent home within weeks for not picking fast enough. Original source: The Guardian by Emily Dugan – 21st July 2024 One of the workers said he had sold his family’s land, as well as his and his parents’ motorbikes, to cover the more than £2,000 cost of coming to Britain in May and was distressed to find himself unemployed […] - [16th July 2024: Financial Times - UK food sector should cover migrant workers’ upfront costs, advisers say](https://andyjhall.org/2024/07/16/financial-times-16th-july-2024-uk-food-sector-should-cover-migrant-workers-upfront-costs-advisers-say/): 16th July 2024: Financial Times – UK food sector should cover migrant workers’ upfront costs, advisers say The UK food sector should cover the upfront costs faced by migrant farm workers if it wants to keep access to the overseas labour it relies on, the government’s advisers on migration have said. UK immigration: Migration Advisory Committee urges government to do more to stamp out abuses in seasonal worker scheme Sourced from: Financial Times Delphine Strauss and Oliver Telling – 16th July 2024 Farm workers coming to the UK are at risk of debt bondage because they often borrow money to […] - [6th July 2024: Migration to Malaysia - Money of all workers who failed to depart as part of alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia to be refunded](https://andyjhall.org/2024/07/06/daily-sun-6th-july-2024-bangladesh-migration-to-malaysia-money-of-all-workers-who-failed-to-depart-as-part-of-alleged-criminal-syndicate-trafficking-bangladeshi-workers-for-forced-labour-in-malaysi/): 6th July 2024: Migration to Malaysia – Money of all workers who failed to depart as part of alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia to be refunded The money of all workers who failed to depart as part of alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia is said to be refunded. Secretary General of the Bangladesh Association of International Recruiting Agencies (BAIRA) Ali Haider Chowdhury has said each of the Bangladeshi workers who could not fly to Malaysia despite depositing money will be refunded within the government-stipulated time. Original Source: The […] - [3rd July 2024: Decide quickly on direction of migrant worker system in Malaysia, Public Accounts Committee tells govt - Andy Hall says: ‘Impunity, undermining of the rule of law and systemic corruption continue unless a quick fix but long term solution is found’](https://andyjhall.org/2024/07/03/fmt-3rd-july-2024-decide-quickly-on-direction-of-migrant-worker-system-in-malaysia-public-accounts-committee-tells-govt-my-comment-impunity-undermining-of-the-rule-of-law-and-systemic-co/): 3rd July 2024: Decide quickly on direction of migrant worker system in Malaysia, Public Accounts Committee tells govt 3rd July 2024: Comment attributable to Andy Hall, independent migrant worker rights specialist: “The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) gave advice today that should be headed, and its comments carefully digested. Urgently so. Impunity, undermining of the rule of law and systemic corruption will just continue with this failed and non transparent existing system of migrant worker management in Malaysia unless a quick fix but long term solution is found. And that solution surely is one without unnecessary, illegitimate and poorly intentioned intermediaries […] - [30th June 2024: Somoy News - Bangladeshi High Court orders disclosure of action on Malaysia migrant worker scam (with 500,000+ victims) in 7 days](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/30/30-june-2024-somoy-news-bangladeshi-high-court-orders-disclosure-of-action-on-malaysia-migrant-worker-scam-with-500000-victims-in-7-days/): 30th June 2024: Somoy News – Bangladeshi High Court orders disclosure of action on Malaysia migrant worker scam (with 500,000+ victims) in 7 days The Bangladeshi High Court has ordered authorities to disclose within the next seven days what actions have been taken against those involved in the scandal concerning the sending of workers to Malaysia.State Minister Original Source: Somoy News by Somoy National Desk – 30th June 2024 Shafiqur Rahman assured that those responsible will face proper action based on the findings of the probe committee. This directive came following a preliminary hearing of a writ petition on Sunday […] - [27th June 2024: Le Monde Diplomatique - Are Tour de France bike-makers overlooking forced labour risks for migrant workers in Malaysia and Taiwan? Excellent article by inspirational Bengsten again!](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/28/le-monde-diplomatique-27th-june-2024-are-tour-de-france-bike-makers-overlooking-forced-labour-risks-for-migrant-workers-in-malaysia-and-taiwan-excellent-article-by-inspirational-bengsten-again/): 27th June 2024: Le Monde Diplomatique – Are Tour de France bike-makers overlooking forced labour risks for migrant workers in Malaysia and Taiwan? Excellent article by inspirational Bengsten again! When the Tour de France begins on 29 June, star cyclists will risk their health to outshine competitors on steep and winding roads at the world’s biggest annual sporting event. Far from the spotlight, factory workers have risked forced labour for years, making bikes and components for Tour team sponsors and suppliers. Andy Hall’s comment – Peter Bengsten is an inspirational, dedicated and truly self-less investigative activist and journalist working across Asia. […] - [26th June 2024: Migrant workers get permission to appeal decision that their case against Dyson (ATA Malaysia forced labour allegations) should not be heard in the English Courts](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/26/for-immediate-release-leigh-day-london-press-statement-26th-june-2024-migrant-workers-get-permission-to-appeal-decision-that-their-case-against-dyson-ata-malaysia-forced-labour-allegations-should/): 26th June 2024: Migrant workers get permission to appeal decision that their case against Dyson (ATA Malaysia forced labour allegations) should not be heard in the English Courts – For Immediate Release Leigh Day (London) Press Statement A group of migrant workers taking legal action against two Dyson UK companies and a Malaysian company over alleged forced labour and dangerous working and living conditions at a Malaysian factory have been given permission to appeal a High Court decision that the case should be heard in Malaysia and not England. Original Source: Leigh Day – 26th June 2024 The workers’ claims […] - [25th June 2024: SCMP - Malaysia’s upgrade in US human trafficking index decried as ‘disappointing’ amid migrant worker woes](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/25/scmp-25th-june-2024-malaysias-upgrade-in-us-human-trafficking-index-decried-as-disappointing-amid-migrant-worker-woes-includes-my-comments-and-immediate-critical-response/): 25th June 2024: SCMP – Malaysia’s upgrade in US human trafficking index decried as ‘disappointing’ amid migrant worker woes (includes my comments and immediate critical response) Malaysia’s upgrade in a US human trafficking list was on Tuesday condemned as “disappointing” by rights advocates, who say the chaos that unspooled as hundreds of thousands of Bangladeshi migrantsrushed to the Southeast Asian nation spotlights a system still riddled with corruption and labour abuses. Activists question the ‘accuracy’ of the State Department report, saying more needs to be done to address labour abuses plaguing the country’s factories Original Source: SCMP by Hadi Azmi and Aidan Jones […] - [24th June 2024: FMT - Malaysia upgraded to Tier 2 in US human trafficking report (with my immediate comments, critique and response)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/24/fmt-24th-june-2024-malaysia-upgraded-to-tier-2-in-us-human-trafficking-report-with-my-immediate-comments-critique-and-response/): 24th June 2024: FMT – Malaysia upgraded to Tier 2 in US human trafficking report (with my immediate comments, critique and response) Malaysia was last in Tier 2 of the US state department’s annual Trafficking in Persons report in 2017. Original Source: FMT by FMT Reporters – 24th June 2024 PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has been upgraded to Tier 2 in the US state department’s annual Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report, a step higher than last year. Malaysia was last in Tier 2 of the TIP report in 2017, which remains the highest position it has achieved. Countries in this tier […] - [24th June 2024 Exclusive Analysis: CNA - Extension of Malaysia’s controversial migrant labour ecosystem (involving BESTINET) a blow to PM Anwar’s reform agenda ](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/23/cna-24th-june-2024-exclusive-analysis-extension-of-malaysias-controversial-migrant-labour-ecosystem-involving-bestinet-a-blow-to-pm-anwars-reform-agenda/): 24th June 2024 Exclusive Analysis: CNA – Extension of Malaysia’s controversial migrant labour ecosystem (involving BESTINET) a blow to PM Anwar’s reform agenda  Amid intense behind-the-scenes lobbying, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s government is set to allow Bestinet Sdn Bhd to continue operating the IT platform that manages the intake of migrant labour into the country. But the planned new three-year concession faces government-imposed conditions, possibly setting the stage for more political wrangling. Sourced from: Channel News Asia by Leslie Lopez – 24th June 2024 KUALA LUMPUR: Bestinet Sdn Bhd, a private entity with political clout that has long had a […] - [9th June 2024 - Labour Recruitment from Bangladesh to Malaysia: Syndicate wins, migrants suffer, country loses](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/09/daily-star-9th-june-2024-labour-recruitment-from-bangladesh-to-malaysia-syndicate-wins-migrants-suffer-country-loses-excellent-summary-how-bad-triumphed-carnage-resulted-bangladesh-and-malays/): 9th June 2024: Labour Recruitment from Bangladesh to Malaysia: Syndicate wins, migrants suffer, country loses (excellent summary how bad triumphed, carnage resulted – Bangladesh and Malaysia MUST be downgraded to Tier 3 in the upcoming U.S. TIP report!) “Is the syndicate more powerful than the state?” Such incidents are common in the context of migration to Malaysia. Over the past 15 years, Malaysia’s labour market has been shut down three times due to the same syndicate’s involvement, irregularities, corruption, and bribery allegations regarding labour recruitment. Original Source: The Daily Star by Shariful Hasan – 9th June 2024 This was the closing […] - [6th June 2024: Malaysianist - The fat cat ruling the Malaysian migrant services roost (allegations of systemic corruption involving Malaysia’s migrant worker management systems)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/06/malaysianist-6th-june-2024-the-fat-cat-ruling-the-malaysian-migrant-services-roost-allegations-of-systemic-corruption-involving-malaysias-migrant-worker-management-systems/): 6th June 2024: Malaysianist – The fat cat ruling the Malaysian migrant services roost (allegations of systemic corruption involving Malaysia’s migrant worker management systems) A very useful article written by Emmanuel Samarathisa for the Malaysianist exploring the issues surrounding transparency, accountability and alleged abuse of power or corruption regarding the Malaysian government’s migrant worker management process and BESTINET/FCWMS. Some great infographics, but for the full article, click below to subscribe to this important media channel. Original Source: Malaysianist – 5th June 2024 Bestinet’s Aminul Islam is reportedly close to Malaysia’s who’s who, says Emmanuel Samarathisa… Media reports have been flooding […] - [4th June 2024: SCMP - In Malaysia, business and human rights must go hand in hand, UN rights chief says in KL press conference against backdrop of systemic migrant worker abuses](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/04/scmp-4th-june-2024-in-malaysia-business-and-human-rights-must-go-hand-in-hand-un-rights-chief-says-in-kl-press-conference-against-backdrop-of-systemic-migrant-worker-abuses/): 4th June 2024: SCMP – In Malaysia, business and human rights must go hand in hand, UN rights chief says in KL press conference against backdrop of systemic migrant worker abuses Malaysia’s human rights obligations must align how its companies do business, the UN rights chief said on Tuesday, just days after the country slammed the door on overseas workers and left thousands in Bangladesh stranded and out of pocket resulting in migrant worker abuses. Original Source: SCMP Hadi Azmi – 4th June 2024 Volker Turk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, said he discussed migrant issues with Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar […] - [3rd June 2024: Migrant workers must be protected from deception and exploitation say UN experts in press statement](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/03/3rd-june-2024-uk-migrant-workers-must-be-protected-from-deception-and-exploitation-say-un-experts-in-press-statement/): 3rd June 2024: Migrant workers must be protected from deception and exploitation say UN experts Dhaka wanted to allow all 1,520 licensed recruiting agencies to send manpower to Malaysia, but Kuala Lumpur selected only 101 agents, which industry insiders say are involved in manipulation and exploitation of migrant workers from Bangladesh. Original Source: OHCHR – 3rd June 2024 GENEVA (3 June 2024) – UN experts* today expressed alarm at the systemic exposure of migrant workers in the UK to protection risks related to deception, exorbitant recruitment fees, debt bondage, undignified living conditions, and potential deportation. “According to allegations received, migrants are […] - [3rd June 2024 - Bangladeshi Migrant Worker Exploitation and Malaysian Labour Market Alleged Criminal Syndicate: The agencies picked by KL to blame, Bangladesh tells UN OHCHR](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/02/daily-star-3rd-june-2024-bangladeshi-migrant-worker-exploitation-and-malaysian-labour-market-alleged-criminal-syndicate-the-agencies-picked-by-kl-to-blame-bangladesh-tells-un-ohchr/): 3rd June 2024 – Bangladeshi Migrant Worker Exploitation and Malaysian Labour Market Alleged Criminal Syndicate: The agencies picked by KL to blame, Bangladesh tells UN OHCHR Dhaka wanted to allow all 1,520 licensed recruiting agencies to send manpower to Malaysia, but Kuala Lumpur selected only 101 agents, which industry insiders say are involved in manipulation and exploitation of workers from Bangladesh. Original Source: The Daily Star by Porimol Palma – 3rd June 2024 Say industry insiders; Dhaka tells UN experts it wanted more competition In response to a letter by four UN experts on March 28, Bangladesh’s Permanent Mission to […] - [3rd June 2024: 17,000 victims of alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia stranded, Dhaka pleads for time and extension](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/02/fmt-3rd-june-2024-17000-victims-of-alleged-criminal-syndicate-trafficking-bangladeshi-workers-for-forced-labour-in-malaysia-stranded-dhaka-pleads-for-time-and-extension/): 3rd June 2024: 17,000 victims of alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia stranded, Dhaka pleads for time and extension There are over 17,000 victims of alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi workers for forced labour in Malaysia. A Bangladesh minister asks Malaysia for a one-off extension for these workers as they have paid large sums of money to work in Malaysia. Original Source: FMT by K. Parkaran – 3rd June 2024 PETALING JAYA: Bangladesh has appealed to Malaysia to let in almost 17,000 Bangladeshi workers with approved work visas who missed the May 31 deadline to […] - [1st June 2024: Must history repeat itself with the Malaysian labour market’s alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi migrant workers for forced labour](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/01/daily-star-editorial-1st-june-2024-must-history-repeat-itself-with-the-malaysian-labour-markets-alleged-criminal-syndicate-trafficking-bangaldeshi-workers-for-forced-labour/): 1st June 2024: Must history repeat itself with the Malaysian labour market’s alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi migrant workers for forced labour On May 31, Malaysia once again closed its doors to aspiring Bangladeshi migrant workers —along with migrants from 13 other countries—because of anomalies in the worker recruitment process. Since the Southeast Asian country first started taking migrants from Bangladesh, the labour market has been frozen several times, reportedly due to corruption and irregularities in the process at the expense of migrants’ exploitation and criminalisation. It is frustrating that in all these years, neither the Bangladeshi government nor its Malaysian […] - [1st June 2024: Controversial Malaysian migrant worker management system BESTINET gets new lease, sources say](https://andyjhall.org/2024/06/01/malaysiakini-june-1st-2024-controversial-malaysian-migrant-worker-management-system-bestinet-gets-new-lease-sources-say/): 1st June 2024: Controversial Malaysian migrant worker management system BESTINET gets new lease, sources say The government will extend its relationship with BESTINET Sdn Bhd, with the continued use of the controversial Foreign Worker Management System (FWCMS) for another three years starting today. Original Source: Malaysiakini by S Vinothaa & Alyaa Alhadjri – 1st June 2024 However, the terms of the agreement with the company, which has played a growing role in migrant recruitment over the years, remain unclear. See also Daily Star 2nd June 2024: Controversial recruitment system to stay 3 more years See also Daily Star 2nd June […] - [31st May 2024: Expect Bangladeshi workers to be stranded and at high risk of modern slavery following Malaysian migration management deadline rush, warns activist](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/31/fmt-31st-may-2024-expect-bangladeshi-workers-to-be-stranded-and-at-high-risk-of-modern-slavery-following-malaysian-migration-management-deadline-rush-warns-activist/): 31st May 2024: Expect Bangladeshi workers to be stranded and at high risk of modern slavery following Malaysian migration management deadline rush, warns activist Activist, Andy Hall, has warned the government to expect a “modern slavery related” challenge involving Bangladeshi workers who were rushed here to meet today’s deadline for agents to bring in those whose work permits have been approved. Andy Hall says many with approved work permits were rushed here to beat the May 31 deadline. Original Source: FMT by K. Parkaran – 31st May 2024 Andy Hall said with about 5,000 workers coming from Dhaka over the […] - [31st May 2024: SCMP - Malaysians shocked by thousands of Bangladeshi crowding at airport to beat deadline for legal work, as UN and activists warn of increased modern slavery risks](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/31/scmp-31st-may-2024-malaysians-shocked-by-thousands-of-bangladeshis-crowding-at-airport-to-beat-deadline-for-legal-work-as-un-and-activists-warn-of-increased-modern-slavery-risks/): 31st May 2024: SCMP – Malaysians shocked by thousands of Bangladeshi crowding at airport to beat deadline for legal work, as UN and activists warn of increased modern slavery risks Thousands of Bangladeshi migrant workers rushed to beat a hard Friday deadline for new labourers to enter Malaysia. Many more are shut out from being able to work in the Southeast Asian country and send millions of dollars in crucial remittances despite paying exorbitant fees to agents for visas. Original Source: SCMP by Hadi Azmi and Aidan Jones – 31st May 2024 The May 31 hard deadline was announced after tens […] - [31st May 2024 - Recruitment in Malaysia: Syndicate siphons over $1b out of Bangladesh](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/31/daily-star-31-may-2024-recruitment-in-malaysia-syndicate-siphons-over-1b-out-of-bangladesh/): 31st May 2024 – Recruitment in Malaysia: Syndicate siphons over $1b out of Bangladesh When recruitment in Malaysia resumed hiring Bangladeshis in August 2022 after a four-year hiatus, governments of the two countries agreed that a worker would have to spend just Tk 78,990 to get a job in the Southeast Asian country and fly there. But in reality, a worker had to spend Tk 5.44 lakh or $5,000, according to a survey published earlier this month by the US-based non-profit Verite. Original Source: The Daily Star by Porimol Palma – 31st May 2024 On March 28, four UN experts […] - [30th May 2024: Comment by Andy Hall, independent migrant worker rights specialist, on ongoing migrant worker management crisis in Malaysia and at KLIA airport today, Bangladeshi workers at high risk of modern slavery](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/30/30th-may-2024-comment-by-andy-hall-independent-migrant-worker-rights-specialist-on-ongoing-migrant-worker-management-crisis-in-malaysia-and-at-klia-airport-today-bangladeshi-workers-at-high-risk-o/): 30th May 2024: Comment by Andy Hall, independent migrant worker rights specialist, on ongoing migrant worker management crisis in Malaysia and at KLIA airport today, Bangladeshi workers at high risk of modern slavery Malaysia’s International KLIA airport is completely overrun today by mostly low skilled and highly vulnerable migrant workers. These workers, many whom are from Bangladesh, are arriving into Malaysia through all legal channels last minute, including from far flung transit destinations across the world like Dubai, Colombo, Hong Kong and Bangkok. They are coming in having had to pay higher flight costs than ever before, in advance of […] - [29th May 2024: UK ministers pressed ahead with seasonal worker visa scheme for migrants despite UN experts’ warning of forced labour and human trafficking risks](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/29/independent-29th-may-2024-uk-ministers-pressed-ahead-with-seasonal-farm-workers-visa-for-migrants-despite-un-experts-warning-of-forced-labour-and-human-trafficking-risks/): 29th May 2024: UK ministers pressed ahead with seasonal worker visa scheme for migrants despite UN experts’ warning of forced labour and human trafficking risks UK ministers announced in May 2024 that the seasonal worker visa scheme would be extended until 2029. United Nations experts raised serious concerns about the risk of exploitation of migrant workers on UK farms with the Foreign Office just weeks before the visa scheme was extended. Original Source: The Independent by Emiliano Mellino and Holly Bancroft Migrant fruit pickers who come to the UK to work on farms are being saddled with debts before they arrive. Some have reported exploitation on the farms, […] - [FMT 28th May 2024: Malaysia yet to respond to UN concerns on alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi migrant victims for forced labour in the country (with my full statement included)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/28/fmt-28th-may-2024-malaysia-yet-to-respond-to-un-concerns-on-alleged-criminal-syndicate-trafficking-bangladeshi-migrant-victims-for-forced-labour-in-the-country-with-my-full-statement-included/): FMT 28th May 2024: Malaysia yet to respond to UN concerns on alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangladeshi migrant victims for forced labour in the country (with my full statement included) Experts call on Malaysia to fulfil its international obligation to protect migrant victims from human rights abuses. UPDATE: Malaysia finally responds to OHCHR accusations on alleged criminal syndicate trafficking Bangaldeshi migrant workers for forced labour in Malaysia Original Source: FMT by Jason Thomas 28 May 2024 Full response available: HERE PETALING JAYA: Malaysia has yet to respond to a letter from the United Nations (UN) regarding allegations of fraudulent recruitment […] - [27th May 2024: Statement by Andy Hall, Independent Migrant Worker Rights Specialist, on today's public release of UN OHCHR’s unanswered urgent appeal communications to the Malaysian and Bangladeshi Government ](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/27/for-immediate-release-27th-may-2024-statement-by-andy-hall-independent-migrant-worker-rights-specialist-on-todays-public-release-of-un-ohchrs-unanswered-urgent-appeal-communications-to-t/): 27th May 2024: For Immediate Release – Statement by Andy Hall, Independent Migrant Worker Rights Specialist, on today’s public release of UN OHCHR’s unanswered urgent appeal communications to the Malaysian and Bangladeshi Government  The United Nations (UN) Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights in Geneva (OHCHR) has today published in full its unanswered urgent appeal communications sent to origin (Bangladesh) and destination (Malaysian) governments regarding exploited and duped Bangladeshi workers in Malaysia who are alleged to be victims of labour trafficking perpetrated by criminal syndicates.  Available at: HERE This set of confidential communications had previously been sent to both […] - [25th May 2024: Channel News Asia - Malaysia bid to revamp hiring of foreign workers through controversial BESTINET process faces pushback; activists say country’s reputation at stake](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/25/channel-news-asia-25th-may-2024-malaysias-bid-to-revamp-hiring-of-foreign-workers-through-controversial-bestinet-process-faces-pushback-activists-say-countrys-reputation-at-stake/): 25th May 2024: Channel News Asia – Malaysia bid to revamp hiring of foreign workers through controversial BESTINET process faces pushback; activists say country’s reputation at stake Malaysia has bid to revamp the hiring of foreign workers. The Anwar government is looking to change a key platform for managing migrant workers through controversial BESTINENT process. But it’s facing stiff resistance from the company behind the IT system, sources tell CNA. Original Source: Channel News Asia by Leslie Lopez – 25th May 2024 KUALA LUMPUR: An ambitious plan by the Anwar Ibrahim government to overhaul the country’s migrant worker recruitment policies, […] - [23rd May 2024: FLA hosts webinar on key markers for promoting responsible recruitment: launch of my guidance note](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/23/23rd-may-2024-fla-hosts-webinar-on-key-markers-for-promoting-responsible-recruitment-launch-of-my-guidance-note-materials-video-and-powerpoint/): 23rd May 2024: FLA hosts webinar on key markers for promoting responsible recruitment: launch of my guidance note (materials, videos and PowerPoint) The FLA has hosted a webinar on key markers for promoting responsible recruitment. Despite many years of effort by worker advocates, governments, industry, and multilateral organizations, migrant workers in the apparel and footwear sectors continue to face forced labor risks due to the ongoing practice of charging workers for employment offers. Recruitment processes remain complex, and working with labor brokers or other recruitment actors can pose hidden risks for companies.  Original Source: Fair Labor – 23rd May 2024 In […] - [22nd May 2024: UN expert - Malaysian law enforcement mixing up human trafficking, migrant smuggling - “What steps has Malaysia taken to investigate alleged complicity of public officials in human trafficking?’’](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/22/fmt-22nd-may-2024-un-expert-malaysian-law-enforcement-mixing-up-human-trafficking-migrant-smuggling-what-steps-has-malaysia-taken-to-investigate-alleged-complicity-of-public-officials-i/): 22nd May 2024: UN expert – Malaysian law enforcement mixing up human trafficking, migrant smuggling – “What steps has Malaysia taken to investigate alleged complicity of public officials in human trafficking?’’ UN forum is told that such confusion can lead to traffickers getting away with lesser employment-related charges in the courts Original Source: FMT by Predeep Nambiar – 22nd May 2024 PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s battle against human trafficking is being undermined by a critical issue within its law enforcement practices, a United Nations forum heard. According to human rights and anti-trafficking expert Corrine Dettmeijer, law enforcement agencies here are mixing […] - [20th May 2024 FMT: Duped Bangladeshi workers won’t impact Malaysia’s US trafficking report ranking, says HR Minister Sim](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/20/20th-may-2024-fmt-duped-bangladeshi-workers-wont-impact-malaysias-us-trafficking-report-ranking-says-hr-minister-sim/): 20th May 2024 FMT: Duped Bangladeshi workers won’t impact Malaysia’s US trafficking report ranking, says HR Minister Sim The human resources minister says duped Bangladeshi workers were not trafficked, but were victims of employers who abused their quotas. Original Source: FMT by Faisal Asyraf – 20th May 2024 PUTRAJAYA: Incidents of duped Bangladeshi workers travelling to Malaysia for non-existent jobs will not impact the upcoming Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report, human resources Steven Sim said. Sim brushed off such concerns as the foreigners had not been trafficked. “It is an abuse of the quota by employers,” he told reporters, referring […] - [Malay Mail 17th May 2024: Pengerang employer to face Labour Court in Malaysia after failing for months to pay Bangladeshi workers’ wages over RM1m (government statements and my comments included - months on court agreed mediation settlement unforced, workers allegedly remain in situation akin to acute modern slavery)](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/17/malay-mail-17th-may-2024-pengerang-employer-to-face-labour-court-in-malaysia-after-failing-for-months-to-pay-bangladeshi-workers-wages-over-rm1m-government-statements-and-my-comments-includ/): Malay Mail 17th May 2024: Pengerang employer to face Labour Court in Malaysia after failing for months to pay Bangladeshi workers’ wages over RM1m (government statements and my comments included – months on, court agreed mediation settlement unforced, workers allegedly remain in situation akin to acute modern slavery) A employer will soon be charged in the Labour Court for failing to pay 733 Bangladeshi workers their wages amounting to RM1,035,557.50. ― iStock pic By John Bunyan Friday, 17 May 2024 1:40 PM MYT Sourced from: https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2024/05/17/pengerang-employer-to-face-labour-court-after-failing-to-pay-bangladeshi-workers-wages-over-rm1m/134901 KUALA LUMPUR, May 17 — A company in Johor that recruited 733 Bangladeshi workers […] - [16th May 2024: Firm that left over 700 Bangladeshi workers to dry in Pengerang facing possible prosecution](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/16/malay-mail-16th-may-2024-malaysia-sources-firm-that-left-over-700-bangladeshi-workers-to-dry-in-pengerang-facing-possible-prosecution-months-on-court-agreed-mediation-settlement-unforced-worke/): 16th May 2024: Firm that left over 700 Bangladeshi workers to dry in Pengerang facing possible prosecution (months on, court agreed mediation settlement unforced, workers allegedly remain in situation akin to acute modern slavery) Andy Hall’s comment: Months on, the many Bangladeshi workers/victims in this high profile Pengerang case, like all other cases myself and my team have documented and assisted in, allegedly remain uncompensated, with irregular work and in situations akin to acute modern slavery. So much for the commitment of two Malaysian ministers to ensure justice in this ‘landmark’ abuse case with its so far unenforceable court agreed […] - [14th May 2024: FMT - Activists warn of US trafficking report downgrade for Malaysia amid UN criticism](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/14/fmt-14th-may-2024-activists-warn-of-us-trafficking-report-downgrade-for-malaysia-amid-un-criticism-includes-my-full-public-statement-calling-for-a-tier-3-downgrade-for-malaysia/): 14th May 2024: FMT – Activists warn of US trafficking report downgrade for Malaysia amid UN criticism (includes my full public statement calling for a Tier 3 downgrade for Malaysia) Migrant rights activist Andy Hall highlights US trafficking report and says Malaysia’s failure to tackle labour trafficking could lead to a drop to Tier 3 in the upcoming US TIP report. Original Source: FMT by Jason Thomas and Amirul Aiman – 14th May 2024 PETALING JAYA: Activists fear Malaysia is at risk of being downgraded to Tier 3 in the upcoming Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report in view of criticisms […] - [10th May 2024: Malaysian Government responds to OHCHR, IOM, ILO and UNODC joint condemnation on alleged Bangladeshi migrant worker criminal syndicate](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/10/may-10th-2024-the-star-malaysian-government-responds-to-ohchr-iom-ilo-and-unodc-joint-condemnation-on-alleged-bangaldeshi-migrant-worker-criminal-syndicate-by-pledging-to-set-up-special-unit-handli/): May 10th 2024 The Star: Malaysian Government responds to OHCHR, IOM, ILO and UNODC joint condemnation on alleged Bangladeshi migrant worker criminal syndicate by pledging to set up special unit handling migrant workers’ grievances, says HR Minister Sim KUALA LUMPUR: A special unit will be set up under the Labour Department within the Malaysian Government to handle complaints and grouses from migrant workers, says Steven Sim. Original Source: The Star by Martin Carvalho – 10th May 2024 Caption: Malaysian Government Labour Department sets up a special unit to deal with migrant workers complaints. Additional Reading: 4th May 2024: UN agencies […] - [9th May 2024: The Guardian - UK Government says employers may be required to pay travel and visa costs for people getting seasonal worker visas](https://andyjhall.org/2024/05/09/guardian-9th-may-2024-uk-government-says-employers-may-be-required-to-pay-travel-and-visa-costs-for-people-getting-seasonal-worker-visas/): 9th May 2024: The Guardian – UK Government says employers may be required to pay travel and visa costs for people getting seasonal worker visas Ministers within the UK government have some encouraging news for seasonal workers spending thousands of pounds to fly across the globe and pick Britain’s fruit. Original Source: The Guardian by Emily Dugan – 9th May 2024 A Department for Environment and Rural Affairs paper published last night said the department is exploring introducing changes to the seasonal worker visa to ensure that employers pay for workers’ travel and visa costs. 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Born in the United Kingdom, he lived in Thailand from 2005 to 2016, during which time he became an internationally recognised human rights defender, migration specialist and campaigner on migrant rights, empowerment and modern-day slavery within international supply chains. During his 12 years working on global supply chains linked specifically to Thailand, he focused his advocacy mainly on the plight of migrant workers from Cambodia, Laos PDR and […] - [Blog Background](https://andyjhall.org/about/): Andy Hall is a prominent human rights defender and a migrant worker rights specialist who was educated in Australia and the UK. He resided in Thailand and Myanmar from June 2005 until November 2016, when he left due to threats to his liberty and well-being.  From 2013-2014, Andy was an advisor to the Myanmar government on migration. 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