Monday 9 February 2009

Asia’s migrant workers face uncertainty

By John Aglionby in Jakarta

Published: February 5 2009 17:46 | Last updated: February 5 2009 17:46

Within seconds of a visitor entering the classroom at MIP Resindo Jaya, the 60 trainee carers studying quietly ahead of their departure to Taiwan jump to their feet and chant happily in newly learnt Mandarin: “Good morning. How are you? It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

Outside, half a dozen men preparing to work on Taiwanese fishing vessels are equally cheerful. “What economic crisis are you talking about?” says Burhanuddin, 23. “I’ve got a good job to go to so I’m happy.” Read more

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