HRW Demands Investigations into Arbitrary Dismissal of 2000 Bahraini Workers
Human Rights Watch demanded the Bahraini government to investigate the arbitrary dismissal of more than 2000 workers since March.
The human rights organization believed the arbitrary dismissal came as a punishment for those who took part or supported the pro-reform protests witnessed recently in the country.
The organization added in its report that "the dismissals may be a violation of Bahrain's labor laws and international standards, particularly those that prohibit discrimination on the basis of the political positions of individuals, and therefore they must be abolished if proved, and people affected should be compensated".
Joe Stork, deputy director of the Middle East and North Africa Brach of the organization clarified, "The dismissals came on the basis of those people's support to the peaceful protests, and their response to the invitation of the General Federation of Bahrain Trade Union, for a general strike".
He also added that companies dismissed many employees and therefore violated Bahrain's labor laws and Bahrain's obligations as a member of the International Labor Organization. Stork reaffirmed that the government should respect the workers' rights to peaceful assembly and expression of opposing political views without being subject to any form of political retaliation.
Human Rights Watch stated that during his investigation into the workers' dismissals, its envoy to Bahrain was informed that the government will not extend his visa, and that he has to leave the country in no longer than 24 hours.
Source: News Agencies
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