LABOUR
Portugal and Morocco sign deal over labour migration pathway for Moroccan workers
Early January, the Portuguese and Moroccan governments signed a deal creating a framework for the recruitment, hiring, and admission of Moroccan citizens to work in Portugal. Media reports that the agreement is seen by the Portuguese government as a way to address labour shortages and at the same time avoid potential irregular arrivals and people smuggling. The Portuguese Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the agreement will allow for Moroccan workers to have ‘an equal footing with Portuguese workers regarding their rights and obligations’, though further details on the eligibility criteria, procedures, and rights that workers will have are not yet available.
LABOUR
Portugal and Morocco sign deal over labour migration pathway for Moroccan workers
Early January, the Portuguese and Moroccan governments signed a deal creating a framework for the recruitment, hiring, and admission of Moroccan citizens to work in Portugal. Media reports that the agreement is seen by the Portuguese government as a way to address labour shortages and at the same time avoid potential irregular arrivals and people smuggling. The Portuguese Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the agreement will allow for Moroccan workers to have ‘an equal footing with Portuguese workers regarding their rights and obligations’, though further details on the eligibility criteria, procedures, and rights that workers will have are not yet available.