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Over 45% Rise In Human Trafficking Cases Recorded Across EU
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New data from March indicates that more than 39,000 human trafficking cases have been recorded in Europe over the past two decades. Experts warn this figure likely underestimates reality due to insufficient reporting and detection capabilities within current systems.
Key Points
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1> Over a period spanning from roughly 2004 to mid-2016 (or potentially extending further depending on data interpretation), over 39.000 confirmed instances of human trafficking were recorded across Europe.
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2Experts warn that the actual number is likely significantly higher due to underreporting and difficulties in detection methods used by authorities.
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3> Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus are identified as primary source countries for victims within this timeframe according to available statistics from IOM data.
Developments
Mar 14:25
IOM reports over 39,000 registered instances of human trafficking across European countries between March and February
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