The gulf migration story needs to be contextualised, with a labor history perspective. The point which needs to be considered is why haven’t migrants unskilled to meet the change, rather than bank on a perennial job in the Gulf?
The writing has been on the wall for a decade post Arab Spring, Nationalisation programs, 2014 oil crash etc.
Why do people cry after the train wreck waiting to happen has hit them ?
Born and raised in Mumbai, India with an undergrad degree from Oman and a masters degree from the National University of Singapore. I am an Environmental Professional with a passion for Sustainability, Social Innovation and Governance related issues. A Change Agent in the making who believes that small is beautiful and that impact can be achieved -one soul at a time.
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