Adjustment of Asian workers to working and living conditions in Arab Gulf countries

Abstract

Explores the adjustment of Asian workers to work and non‐work factors in host Gulf states. Data for this study were obtained from available published sources as well as the author's observations. Results show that the sponsorship system applied in these states grants employers extensive powers over their expatriate employees resulting in discrimination against Asian workers. Also, cultural barriers hinder the adjustment of these workers to host Gulf societies. Labour‐exporting and host governments are advised to take specific measures towards achieving a greater degree of Asian workers' adjustment.

Citation

Atiyyah, H.S. (1995), "Adjustment of Asian workers to working and living conditions in Arab Gulf countries", Cross Cultural Management: An International Journal, Vol. 2 No. 4, pp. 46-50. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb008400