Australia invests $8m in PALM scheme for Pacific workers and families, recruiting 35,000 annually in industries like agriculture and meat processing.

Australia invests $8m to support Pacific workers and families via the PALM scheme, which addresses labor shortages in industries such as agriculture and meat processing. The program recruits 35,000 workers annually from the Pacific and East Timor, providing employment opportunities and remittances. The Australian government funds the International Organisation of Migration to offer pre-departure and return training, and supports reintegration into communities. Additional measures are in place to prevent worker exploitation, including $200m on compliance and income guarantees.

August 27, 2024
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