Jordan law to protect expats

AMMAN: The Jordanian government is considering drafting a law for combating human trafficking, primarily designed to protect rights of expatriates working in the country, Interior Minister Eid Al-Fayez said yesterday.

The move came after Indonesian authorities reportedly barred entry of 40 job recruiters to the country, accusing them of human trafficking. Al-Fayez said a panel comprising representatives from relevant Jordanian recruitment agencies would liaise with the embassies of the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Indonesia in order to reach a common understanding on the best practices to ensure the safety of domestic helpers and protect their rights.