Tuesday, October 30, 2007

Speak, not strike

The UAE government says it will deport the workers rounded up after riots at a Jebel Ali labor camp. The Labor Ministry called the protests "uncivilized" (stones were thrown and police cars damaged) and that it won't tolerate illegal strike action.

The workers can't say they weren't warned. The authorities have always insisted on a zero tolerance approach to labor relations, and that they will listen to any legitimate complaints. It can point to progress on contract disputes, wage increases, working hours, accommodation, transport, and summertime breaks.

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