Direct Request (CEACR) - adopted 1993, published 80th ILC session (1993)

Abolition of Forced Labour Convention, 1957 (No. 105) - Saudi Arabia (Ratification: 1978)

Article 1(a) of the Convention. The Committee notes with interest Royal Decree No. A/90 of 1 March 1992.

It notes in particular that section 39 deals with publishers and information media, which shall in particular contribute to the culture of the nation, sustain its unity, avoid any expression which is seditious or such as to jeopardize the security of the State, public relations or the dignity and rights of the people. These provisions are to be developed by regulations.

The Committee requests the Government to supply the text of any regulations issued under section 39, and particularly provisions respecting the penalties applicable in the event of violations. It also requests the Government to supply the text of the Penal Code and any other relevant text.