Thailand ranks third in the Asia Pacific region. The Global Slavery Index of 2023 estimates that 401,000 people lived in modern slavery in Thailand in 2021, placing it 14th out of 27 countries in the Asia Pacific region.
Predominantly driven by low acceptance of migrants, systemic discrimination against migrant workers contributes to vulnerability. The…
2023 Trafficking in Persons Report: Thailand. The Government of Thailand falls short of meeting minimum standards for elimination, maintaining its Tier 2 status.
Inconsistent and ineffective interviewing practices during labor inspections and victim identification processes have left many trafficking victims unidentified, particularly those exploited in forced labor. Insufficient efforts to protect victims involved in cyber…