Ambassador Shiferaw discusses with IOM Bahrain Office DG

Addis Ababa, June 11, 2023 (FBC) – The Consul General of Ethiopia to Bahrain Ambassador Shiferaw Geneti met today with the Director General of the IOM (International Organization for Migration) country office in Bahrain Mohamed El Zarkani.

During their meeting, the two emmissaries discussed the issue of protecting the rights of Ethiopian workers living in Bahrain as well as the support that IOM can provide to citizens who are in shelters and whose cases are being pursued by various judicial institutions.

The Ambassador urged the IOM to assist Ethiopian citizens who are victims of labour exploitation and other problems. The Ambassador also informs the IOM that a budget proposal for the expenses of vulnerable citizens will be prepared soon.

On his part, the IOM representative Mohamed El Zarkani stated that he will work closely with the Ethiopian Consulate General and provide the necessary support to the workers who have experienced human trafficking, labor exploitation and other difficulties.