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Amnesty International urges FIFA to compensate migrant workers in Qatar
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- 19 May, 2022
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FIFA has been urged to set up a compensation fund of at least $440m (£350m) for migrant workers who have suffered "human rights abuses" during preparations for the Qatar World Cup, Report informs, citing the BBC.
Amnesty International made the request in a letter to FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
The letter states: "Until all workers are compensated, the tournament cannot be truly celebrated."
The sum suggested is equal to the 2022 World Cup prize money fund.
It is estimated up to 30,000 migrant laborers have been used on projects to build seven stadiums for the finals in Qatar, as well as a new airport, new metro, and new roads.
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