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11 Sep 2017

Fleifel did not respond to allegations re denying wages of migrant workers

Business & Human Rights Resource Centre invited Fleifel to respond to allegations re failure to pay the salaries and allowances of migrant workers. Fleifel did not respond.

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Lebanon: Fleifel migrant workers go on strike amid allegations of denied wages

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Commentary: "I visited a Syrian refugee camp, & here’s what business leaders should know"

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Lebanon: Stronger commitment to rights and social justice needed in the Tripoli Special Economic Zone

Jordan: USA removes garment industry from forced labour list

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Jordan: Efforts to formalise the work of Syrian waste pickers and the dangers of informality

World Bank: Social assessment for program on "economic opportunities for Jordanians and Syrian refugees"

Jordan Deal With Donors Means Legal Work for Syria Refugees

How Refugees Can Strengthen Economies

EU-Jordan trade: rules of origin made simple to boost investment and job creation