The role of bilateral agreements in ensuring the protection of migrant workers

The role of bilateral agreements in ensuring the protection of migrant workers

Authors

  • Rachmad Abduh Faculty of Law, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara, Medan, Indonesia

Keywords:

Migrant Workers, Bilateral Agreements, Legal Protection

Abstract

The phenomenon of migrant workers has become a strategic issue in the dynamics of international relations and the global economy. Bilateral agreements between sending and receiving countries serve as one of the key instruments to ensure the protection of migrant workers’ rights. This paper examines the role of bilateral agreements from the perspective of international law, particularly the instruments of the International Labour Organization (ILO), and analyzes the effectiveness of their implementation. The method used is a normative study referring to legislation, ILO conventions, and relevant literature. The findings show that bilateral agreements designed with the principles of equality, transparency, and human rights protection are able to provide better safeguards for migrant workers.

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Published

2025-10-01

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The role of bilateral agreements in ensuring the protection of migrant workers. (2025). BIS Humanities and Social Science, 3, V325019. https://doi.org/10.31603/bishss.412

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