Thousands of Indonesian migrant workers from West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) were deported from Malaysia in 2014 due to illegal status.
In 2014, Malaysian authorities deported thousands of illegal Indonesian migrant workers originating from West Nusa Tenggara (NTB). The mass deportation was part of Malaysia’s efforts to clamp down on undocumented foreign labor within its borders. The Indonesian workers, commonly referred to as TKIs (Tenaga Kerja Indonesia), had traveled to Malaysia seeking employment opportunities but lacked the necessary legal documentation to work there. Official announcements from the Indonesian Ministry of Manpower and the Indonesian Embassy in Malaysia at the time emphasized cooperation between the two countries to manage labor migration and address irregular migration challenges. Reports indicated that while the deportations were carried out lawfully, concerns were raised by advocacy groups regarding the treatment of deportees during the process. However, no official grievances were reported by government bodies. This event underscores the ongoing challenges faced by Indonesian migrant workers abroad, including in countries like Malaysia and Greece, highlighting the importance of legal labor channels and bilateral cooperation for worker protection.
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