Editors' Note: Why do we use "migrant workers" instead of "foreign workers" ?

Why do we use "migrant workers" instead of "foreign workers" ? The latter term is often used to refer to the workers from other countries. However, the word "foreign" signifies alienation. Since our purpose is to promote understanding and solidarity, we chose the term "migrant workers." We believe that the use of term is important and hope the change of name is a start to develop mutual understanding.