LONDON, July 30 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Global gains in tackling human trafficking in recent years must not be undone by the coronavirus pandemic, several experts said on Thursday to mark World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
The United Nations has warned that the fallout of COVID-19 – from lockdowns and business closures to shut borders – could drive more people into forced labour or sexual exploitation, and mean victims are less likely to be rescued or receive support.
About 25 million people worldwide are estimated to be victims of human trafficking – a trade worth $150 billion-a-year – according to […]
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