Indonesian envoy: Halt repatriation of unlawfully whipped migrant

Indonesian Ambassador to Malaysia Hermono has appealed to the Foreign Ministry to ensure that Sabri Umar, a migrant worker who was unlawfully whipped, remains in Malaysia so he can pursue his labour case against his former employer and seek compensation for the injustices he suffered.

Speaking to Malaysiakini, Hermono (above) said he has sent a diplomatic note to the ministry today with an appeal to ensure that Sabri was not returned to his country after the final extension to his immigration special pass expires on Aug 24.

“I have requested the ministry for a temporary solution...