Carrefour Under Scrutiny: Workers' Rights in Saudi Franchise

Carrefour is investigating its Saudi franchise, Majid Al Futtaim, after Amnesty International criticized the underpayment and overwork of migrant staff. Carrefour has initiated a wide-ranging human rights investigation to address these concerns. Saudi authorities have not yet commented on the situation.

French retail giant Carrefour has announced an investigation into the treatment of workers at its Saudi Arabia franchise, Majid Al Futtaim. This move follows a report by Amnesty International highlighting potential underpayment and excessive work hours among the staff.

Amnesty International's findings suggest that some workers at Carrefour stores in Saudi Arabia, primarily migrants, are subjected to a 60-hour work week, often without adequate overtime pay or rest days, contravening local labor laws.

In a statement, Carrefour emphasized its commitment to human rights and declared that an independent expert would oversee the investigation. The Saudi government has yet to respond to the allegations or Carrefour's ensuing actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)