VOICED: Financial crisis hurts Dubai's foreign labour force

Dubai, known for its rapid growth and extravagant buildings, is facing an economic downturn affecting construction projects and migrant workers. Many projects are halted, impacting thousands of migrants from countries like India and Bangladesh. These workers face unemployment without compensation or social welfare, leading to precarious living conditions. Losing jobs also means losing work visas, making them vulnerable to exploitation as illegal workers. Migrants constitute a significant portion of the population and workforce, highlighting the widespread impact of the crisis.

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