مجلة البيروني للعلوم الانسانية والاجتماعية

الملخص

The number of migrant workers and the resulting social and economic effects are growing. The rights of migrant workers and the laws pertaining to them in Jordan and Iraq are important public issues that help determine how successful and sufficient these laws are in defending the rights of this group. The purpose of this study is to assess the legal and human rights frameworks that govern migrant workers in both nations, with an emphasis on how well national laws align with international commitments and widely accepted human rights norms. This is accomplished by critically examining pertinent literary and legal sources. Using a descriptive theoretical approach, the study reviewed and analyzed national law documents, pertinent international treaties, legal literature, and other research on the topic of migrant worker rights protection in Jordan and Iraq. The findings demonstrated differences in how well national laws safeguarded migrant workers' rights. According to the report, there are many discretionary provisions in Iraqi and Jordanian laws that respect workers' rights; nevertheless, their application is hampered by discriminatory practices, inadequate oversight, and a lack of strong enforcement tools. Both systems suffer from a significant number of informal workers and inadequate coordination with international duties, as the comparison of the two systems also showed parallels and contrasts. Creating national laws that adhere to international norms is essential for improving collaboration between legislative and executive branches and guaranteeing the efficient defense of migrant workers' rights, both of which support social fairness and economic growth.

Keywords: Migrant Workers; Workers' Rights; Legal Legislation;
Legal Framework

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Received : Dec 24, 2023

Revised : Dec 25, 2023

Accepted : Jan 11, 2024

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AMANY ALI ALSHEIKH *, RAED MOHAMMED ALENTEWY

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