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The “Kafala” System and Human Rights: Time for a Decision
Development summary
Hanan N. Malaeb’s article in Arab Law Quarterly addresses international criticism of the Kafala, or sponsorship, system in Gulf Cooperation Council states, the sponsors’ defences, and emerging trends towards abolishing the system. It also puts forward legal initiatives and policy measures aimed at the benefit of sponsored persons and the GCC states’ international reputation.
Open original publication The “Kafala” System and Human Rights: Time for a Decision
Research note
Issue
The compatibility of the Kafala (sponsorship) system in GCC states with human rights and the legal approach to eliminating that system
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Academic details
“The “Kafala” System and Human Rights: Time for a Decision”
Arab Law Quarterly · 2015
DOI 10.1163/15730255-12341307
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