Workers abroad
Most of the Middle Eastern countries are authoritarian societies where the rights of their own citizens are not adequately protected. The absence of democracy in those countries leaves their citizens vulnerable to abuse by the authorities.
Foreign workers cannot expect any generosity in such countries where their own citizens don't enjoy basic human rights. As such, Bangladesh must take elaborate steps to protect its citizens in these countries. Firstly, all workers in the Middle East must be registered with Bangladesh missions and the missions must let the authorities know if these workers are facing any problem. Secondly, the companies which employ must also be notified if there is any mistreatment of the workers. In any authoritarian society, human beings who are poor are being treated with contempt. This is why poor and helpless need to be protected. Finally, a fund should be created to help the workers if they are laid off or fired without any justification.
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