Morrison government’s trade deal with India leaves workers at risk of exploitation, unions say

Agreement to remove tariffs on some exports also includes 1,000 working holiday places and post-study work rights for Indian graduates

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Australian unions have raised fears the Morrison government's trade deal with India will fuel the growth of temporary, employer-sponsored migration - a trend they say leaves workers highly vulnerable to exploitation".

The Australian Council of Trade Unions also slammed the failure to include a labour rights chapter in the pre-election agreement, arguing this could contribute further to a race to the bottom on workers' rights, wages and conditions".

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