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Originally published by Capital Businessbusiness
April 1, 2026
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Asia’s migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war
According to the International Labour Organisation, the region hosts 24 million migrant workers, making it the world's top destination for overseas labour. Most of them come from Asia - India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Philippines and Indonesia. Many of these workers t..
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Migrant workers in the Gulf region are facing increased danger and uncertainty as tensions between the US and Iran escalate.
- Millions of Asian migrant workers, including domestic helpers and construction workers, support Gulf economies but are now caught in potential crossfire.
- At least 12 South Asian migrant workers have died due to conflict-related incidents, with more facing disrupted travel and precarious futures.
- Workers like Norma Tactacon from the Philippines earn significantly more in the Gulf, making the decision to leave a difficult trade-off between financial security and personal safety.
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