Hundreds of maids who fled from their employers now sleep in improvised shelters in their countries’ embassies.
Tag: Labor and Jobs
More Job-Seekers Hitch Ride on Asian Economy
European and American job seekers are hoping that Asia is a place where opportunities match their ambitions.
An Apparel Factory Defies Stereotypes, but Can It Thrive?
An American-owned apparel factory in the Dominican Republic has committed to pay a living wage — three times the average for the industry there.
Chinese Factories Now Compete to Woo Laborers
High demand for factory labor has emboldened workers and inspired a spate of strikes, resulting in higher salaries and better treatment.

