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202169 minPGdocumentary

Migration Labor

The Riyalists

202169 minPGdocumentary

Up to 3 million Nepali workers have migrated to the Gulf States over the last few decades, driven by the demand for cheap labor in the region.

Migration Labor

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Up to 3 million Nepali workers have migrated to the Gulf States over the last few decades, driven by the demand for cheap labor in the region.

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Kesang Tsetendirector

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In 2009, four young Nepali men left their villages for the Gulf States, seeking better opportunities. Over 12 years, their experiences reflect the realities faced by millions of Nepali workers in Qatar, the UAE, and other Gulf nations. The Riyalists follows their journeys, revealing the challenges and triumphs of labor migration. The film addresses the economic dynamics that underpin the wealth of the Gulf, particularly in light of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

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