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In the context of human trafficking, Tier 1 refers to a country’s compliance with the minimum standards for eliminating trafficking, as outlined by the US Department of State’s Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report. Countries that meet these standards are classified as Tier 1, while those that do not are classified as Tier 2 or Tier 3. The minimum standards for Tier 1 include enacting and enforcing laws against trafficking, providing victim-centered services and support, and conducting efforts to prevent trafficking. Tier 1 countries are considered to have a strong response to human trafficking and are eligible for certain forms of US government assistance. However, Tier 1 status does not mean that a country has completely eliminated trafficking or that there are no areas for improvement.
Trafficking and exploitation: how countries rank The Global Slavery Index, which includes forced marriage, ranks North Korea the worst: More than 1 in 10 people are estimated to be in conditions of modern slavery. In Eritrea, about 9 in 100 people are estimated to be modern slaves. About 3 in 100 people in Mauritania are…
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines maintained its Tier 1 ranking for the eighth straight year as it continued to demonstrate serious and sustained efforts to fight human trafficking, according to the 2023 Trafficking in Persons Report released by the US State Department. These efforts include investigating more trafficking crimes, convicting more traffickers, amending its anti-trafficking…
WASHINGTON, DC (June 5, 2023) – Greenpeace USA, Global Labor Justice – International Labor Rights Forum (GLJ-ILRF), and allies in the Seafood Working Group (SWG) today announced their findings of labor rights violations, forced labor, and human trafficking of migrant workers in Thailand and Taiwan and called on the U.S. Department of State to downgrade…
The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report is an annual status update on the state of global anti-trafficking efforts. Each year, the U.S. State Department’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons (TIP Office) releases the report with individual grades and summaries outlining the progress made by countries around the world. The TIP Office was…
The government has affirmed its determination to achieve an upgrade from Tier 2 to Tier 1 in the US’ Trafficking in Persons Report (TIP report), said Boonchob Suthamanuswong, the permanent secretary for labour. Mr Boonchob made the remark during a discussion with James L Wayman, a political adviser to the US ambassador to Thailand, on…
The 2023 Washington state legislature adopted major Port of Seattle priorities for the economy, sustainability and equity. Legislative advocacy complements the Port’s work to promote economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce and job creation in an equitable, accountable and environmentally responsible manner. Legislation provides funding for large-scale…
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. ordered on Monday the Inter-Agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) and the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC) to strengthen efforts in eradicating human trafficking. During a meeting at the Malacañang Palace, Marcos said human trafficking compromised the country’s national security and economy. “The IACAT and the PAOCC must take the lead…
MANILA, Philippines — The recent move by the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), the Department of Justice (DOJ) and other government agencies to undertake an intensified effort for the country’s fight against human trafficking that victimizes overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) is being lauded as a “welcome development”. According to lawyer Jose Vicente Salazar, the multi-agency effort comes at…
THE Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) has recognized the distinguished leadership of one of its former national presidents, Jose Vicente Salazar, who was bestowed with the Lifetime Achievement Award during the Golden Jubilee celebration of the group. A known anti-human trafficking advocate, Salazar was recognized for his “selfless, dedicated, and invaluable service rendered to,…
Philippine National Police chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. (File photo from the Senate Public Relations and Information) MANILA, Philippines — The Interpol has lauded the Philippine National Police for its efforts in combating human trafficking and migrant smuggling as the country remains one of the largest exporters of human labor. During his presentation at the…
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