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2025-10-10
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HUMAN TRAFFICKING: A GLOBAL PROBLEM AND MODERN SOLUTIONS
Khudayberganov Mavlonbek Anvarovich
Senior Investigator of the Anti-Human Trafficking Division at the Khorezm Regional Department of Internal Affairs
Keywords: Human Trafficking, Modern Slavery, Forced Labor, Sexual Exploitation, Supply Chain Transparency
Abstract
Human trafficking, a grave violation of human rights and a form of modern-day slavery, persists as a critical global challenge. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the complex nature of human trafficking, examining its root causes, including poverty, inequality, political instability, and systemic demand for cheap labor and commercial sex. It explores the evolving forms of exploitation, from forced labor and sex trafficking to emerging threats in the digital economy. The article critically assesses the existing international legal frameworks and their implementation gaps. Furthermore, it proposes a multi-faceted approach to modern solutions, emphasizing the pivotal role of technology, public-private partnerships, supply chain transparency, and victim-centered rehabilitation. The conclusion underscores that a concerted, innovative, and globally coordinated effort is imperative to dismantle trafficking networks and protect the world's most vulnerable populations.
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