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

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.

Key Points: • 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.