Ethiopia secures amnesty for 1,655 nationals imprisoned in Saudi Arabia

Ethiopia secures amnesty for 1,655 nationals imprisoned in Saudi Arabia

The 1,655 nationals benefited from an amnesty measure as a result of sustained diplomatic efforts coordinated with the Ethiopian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General of Ethiopia in Jeddah.

Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the release of 1,655 nationals from Saudi Arabian prisons following the suspension of proceedings against them.
According to the Ministry, the Ethiopians benefited from an amnesty measure as a result of sustained diplomatic efforts coordinated with the Ethiopian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate General of Ethiopia in Jeddah.
The Ministry said the outcome reflects the government’s continued commitment to advancing a citizen-centred diplomacy aimed at safeguarding the rights and interests of Ethiopians abroad.
It added that diplomatic efforts remain underway to address other outstanding issues affecting Ethiopian nationals in Saudi Arabia, with the situation being closely monitored, reported local news agency, FMC.
A large number of Ethiopian migrants to Saudi Arabia use the eastern migratory route to flee conflict, displacement, and poverty in Ethiopia, many hoping to find work as domestic servants or labourers.
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Along this treacherous route, they face life-threatening challenges, and upon arrival, are subjected to further hardships in a repeated cycle that has prompted efforts to stem irregular migration.
In the past, agreements have led to programmes allowing Ethiopians to legally travel and work in the Kingdom while ensuring their rights and privileges are respected.
The Ministry cautioned Ethiopians against falling prey to misleading information spread by human trafficking networks through social media and other channels, warning that such tactics lure individuals into irregular migration.
It assured that ongoing efforts are being made to identify and bring those involved to justice.

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