The super exploitation of migrant workers by capitalists in Malaysia has been well documented over the last few years. A new report by Verite’ details the extent of forced labour that is present in the sub contracting supply chains of a wide cross-section of household electronics brands. The investigation found that labour violations are systemic across the sector and include using debt as a tool for control and the confiscation of the workers passports. Notwithstanding their weak position, workers continually fight to improve their conditions.
The super exploitation of migrant workers by capitalists in Malaysia has been well documented over the last few years. A new report by Verite’ details the extent of forced labour that is present in the sub contracting supply chains of a wide cross-section of household electronics brands. The investigation found that labour violations are systemic across the sector and include using debt as a tool for control and the confiscation of the workers passports. Notwithstanding their weak position, workers continually fight to improve their conditions.
