I also understand that part of your mandate is looking at the exploitation of foreign workers. I was interested in this. I understand that New Zealand brings in about 5,000 workers from Vanuatu every year as temporary foreign workers in agriculture. I'm interested in this. I lived in Vanuatu for five years. I understand there are some cases of exploitation.
Moreover, my understanding is that the work permits the New Zealand government issues are for one specific business to be able to employ someone. I think we in Canada do the same thing. This opens the door for exploiting workers who may feel that if they complain they're going to be sent home. What does your government do to ensure being tied to one single employer doesn't result in the exploitation of workers by unscrupulous employers?
