Hong Kong Stands Strong Against US Trafficking Claims 💪
Hey there, amigos! The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government isn't holding back! On Tuesday, they firmly opposed and slammed the U.S. Department of State's 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report, calling its remarks about Hong Kong totally untrue. 😲
According to a spokesperson for the HKSAR government, human trafficking isn't a big issue in Hong Kong. In fact, they say there's no sign of criminal gangs using Hong Kong as a hotspot for trafficking people. They labeled the report's findings as groundless. 🚫
What's the buzz about the laws? The U.S. report mentioned a lack of comprehensive trafficking legislation in Hong Kong. But the HKSAR government clapped back, noting they've got over 50 legal provisions tackling different aspects of trafficking! That's a whole arsenal of laws providing safeguards similar to other places. 🛡️
\"There's no hint that our efforts against trafficking are weaker without a single piece of legislation,\" the spokesperson emphasized. 💬
Did you know? Back in March 2018, Hong Kong set up a high-level steering committee to amp up their fight against human trafficking and protect foreign domestic helpers. They've rolled out a super comprehensive action plan covering everything from helping victims to cracking down on criminals. All these measures were in full swing by the end of 2019! 🚀
So, what's the takeaway? The HKSAR government is all about proactive and multi-faceted efforts to combat trafficking in persons. They're standing tall and making sure Hong Kong remains a safe place. 🌇✨
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HKSAR govt firmly opposes U.S. 'trafficking in persons' report claims
cgtn.com
