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Migrant Workers Face Abuses in Aramco's Supply Chain Amid World Cup Sponsorship

Migrant Workers Face Abuses in Aramco's Supply Chain Amid World Cup Sponsorship

First seen 22 May 2026, 17:11 UTC

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ThreatCluster May 23, 2026 at 17:06 UTC
  • Migrant workers in Aramco's supply chain face severe labor rights abuses.
  • Shrawan Shah Rauniyar was injured on the job and received no compensation.
  • FairSquare documented 23 cases of labor rights violations among Aramco's contractors.

Shrawan Shah Rauniyar, a migrant worker from Nepal, suffered severe injuries while working on a Saudi Aramco project, yet he received no compensation. Rauniyar's legs were crushed by a falling beam while employed through a labor supply company contracted by Aramco. Despite assurances of medical assistance, he was threatened and forcibly sent back to Nepal without compensation. His case is part of a FairSquare report documenting 23 instances of labor rights abuses among Aramco's contractors, highlighting serious safety risks and challenges in claiming compensation. Workers reported extreme working conditions, including long shifts and inadequate housing. FairSquare's director emphasized Aramco's responsibility to protect workers in its supply chain. The report raises significant concerns about labor rights violations in one of the world's wealthiest companies.

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2026-05-21
Rauniyar injured on Aramco project
Shrawan Shah Rauniyar's legs were crushed under a metal beam while working on a project for Aramco.
Theguardian
2026-05-21
Saipem denies compensation responsibility
Saipem staff told Rauniyar to seek compensation from his employer, not them.
Theguardian
2026-05-21
Rauniyar forcibly sent back to Nepal
Less than three weeks after his injury, Rauniyar was taken to the airport and sent back to Nepal.
Theguardian
2026-05-22
FairSquare report released
A report documented 23 cases of labor rights abuses among Aramco's contractors, highlighting serious risks to workers.
Irishtimes

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