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About Human Trafficking

Trafficking in persons (TIP) is a transnational crime which exploits vulnerable victims.

Human Trafficking is criminalised in Singapore under the Prevention of Human Trafficking Act 2014 (PHTA). Singapore adopts the internationally agreed definition under the United Nations Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially Women and Children (UN TIP Protocol).

Under the PHTA, human trafficking or TIP is an offence. An offence under the PHTA can be made out if the following three limbs are present: -

Myths around Human Trafficking

Here are some common myths and misconceptions about human trafficking:

Human Trafficking Statistics in Singapore

Statistics: 

Below are some news articles about cases convicted under the Prevention of Human Trafficking Act:

 


 

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