EU, Thailand Must Address Migrant Worker Rights in Trade Talks

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As the EU accelerates trade negotiations with Thailand amid global uncertainty, human rights advocates urge that migrant worker rights not be sidelined in the process. The piece argues that trade talks present a rare opportunity to address abusive labor practices and improve protections for migrant workers. Failing to include robust labor standards could undermine the long-term legitimacy and fairness of any deal reached.

In its rush to diversify trading partners amid growing global uncertainty, the EU should not sacrifice the potential of trade negotiations to improve rights and address abusive practices.