https://archive.md/OIfgF

Summary (AI):

The article from discusses the issue of modern slavery faced by seasonal workers in South Korea. It highlights how vulnerable low-paid workers are exploited, tricked, and abused under a migrant worker program aimed at addressing the severe labor shortage in South Korea. The investigation found that the program, which recruits workers from countries like Nepal, Philippines, Vietnam, Mongolia, Laos, Cambodia, Uzbekistan, and Thailand, often leads to workers facing inhumane conditions and abusive treatment. Many workers reported returning home empty-handed after risking their land to participate in the program due to misinformation and inadequate contracts. This sheds light on the challenges faced by migrant workers and the importance of quality journalism in uncovering such issues.