Pope Francis calls for fair wages for migrant workers in Singapore
Pope Francis, on his final stop of a Asia-Pacific tour, urged fair wages and dignity for migrant workers during his visit to Singapore, highlighting their significant contribution to society.
- Asia
- AFP
- Published Date: 10:05 | 12 September 2024
- Modified Date: 10:07 | 12 September 2024
Pope Francis on Thursday made a plea for migrant workers to be paid fairly, as he visited the affluent city state of Singapore on the last stop of his marathon Asia-Pacific tour.
The 87-year-old pope said "special attention" should be paid to "protecting the dignity of migrant workers. These workers contribute a great deal to society and should be guaranteed a fair wage," he said.
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