India had pressured Saudi Arabia to abolish Kafala.

Soudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Takes a Key Decision 

  Saudi Arabia abolishes the Kafala system.

 Massive relief for migrant workers in the Saudi decision.

 Kafala is a system that grants employers rights over migrant workers.

  Employers used the Kafala system as a pretext to torture workers who came for employment.

  The Kafala system has faced severe international criticism for years.