South Korea's Migrant Workers Trapped in a Legal Cage
Despite powering South Korea's economy, migrant workers remain trapped in a legal framework that restricts mobility and leaves them vulnerable to exploitation.
South Korea prides itself on being a democratic beacon in East Asia, but behind this progressive image lies a labour system that mistreats low-skilled migrant workers.
The Employment Permit System (EPS), introduced in 2004, has entrenched legal dependency and limited mobility for migrant workers, especially those from South and Southeast Asia.
- In 2024, South Korea had around 1.01 million foreign workers, making up 64.7% of the total migrant population.
Without meaningful reform, South Korea's immigration laws will continue to sustain its economy at the expense of these workers' rights and dignity.
Author's summary: Migrant workers in South Korea face exploitation due to restrictive laws.
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