Sri Lanka, July 25 -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday condemned the alleged abuse of a migrant worker at a brick factory, calling it a "blatant violation of human rights" and pledging stronger protection for vulnerable groups.

His remarks came a day after migrant rights activists urged authorities to punish those involved in the incident, which was captured in video footage that circulated online this week.

"I could hardly believe my eyes after watching the video. It is unimaginable that such an incident could occur in a country known as a global cultural powerhouse and a model of democracy," Lee wrote on Facebook.

He described the act as "an unacceptable act of violence against minorities and the vulnerable."

"We will ensure that...