Skyscraper builders riot over low salaries

Construction on a building expected to be the world’s tallest was interrupted today after Asian workers angered by low salaries and mistreatment rioted, smashing cars and offices and causing what a government official said around £500,000 (€730,00) in damage.

The stoppage triggered a sympathy strike at Dubai International Airport, when thousands of labourers building a massive new terminal also laid down their tools, airport and union officials said.