UAE Struggles to Combat Human Trafficking: Trafficking in Persons 2024 Report. The 2024 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report highlights the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as a significant hub for human trafficking. While the UAE has made some strides in addressing human trafficking, the report underscores that the government has not met the minimum standards in…
International Cooperation Strengthened to Combat Organized Crime and Drug Trafficking. In March, Federal Minister of the Interior Nancy Faeser from Germany returned from a trip to Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia, where she finalized agreements aimed at enhancing operational police cooperation to combat organized crime and drug trafficking.
Recognizing the urgent need for collaborative…
The Global Hub for Sex Trafficking. Revelations in the past few have shed light on Dubai, exposing it as a global hub for sex trafficking. While the world may have been unaware of the extent of this issue, the reality is grim, with countless victims ensnared in forced prostitution and sexual enslavement.
Most commonly, human…
Cybercrime, Money Laundering, and Human Trafficking. In recent years, the interconnection of cybercrime, money laundering, and human trafficking has become increasingly apparent, with the UAE serving as a focal point for these illicit activities. An article in Le Monde sheds light on the intricate web of criminal operations thriving in Dubai's business district, where individuals…
A Hidden Crisis: Unacknowledged Human and Sex Trafficking in the UAE. The United Arab Emirates (UAE), beneath the facade of luxury and progress, hides a grim reality: the persistent issue of human and sex trafficking. Despite independent observers shedding light on this harrowing problem, the UAE authorities seem to turn a blind eye, perpetuating a…
The Runaway Princesses. In a shocking exposé by New Yorker staff writer Heidi Blake, the celebrated modernizer and ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, faces scrutiny for alleged mistreatment within his own family.
Despite championing gender equality and vowing to eliminate obstacles faced by women, revelations from former employees shed light on…
How widespread is Human Trafficking? Human trafficking is a heinous crime that transcends borders, affecting individuals from all walks of life and corners of the world. The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has been diligently collecting international statistics on detected victims of human trafficking since 2003, revealing a stark reality – human…
International Flight Grounded: Human Trafficking Investigation Unfolds. In a recent episode a flight carrying 276 Indian passengers en route to Mumbai faced an unexpected four-day grounding in France. Operated by the Romanian charter company Legend Airlines, the flight had originated in Dubai and landed at the Vatry airport for a technical stopover.
The investigation,…
How to Identify Fake Job Adverts Linked to Human Trafficking. In the digital age, the rise of fake job adverts has become a troubling gateway for human traffickers to exploit unsuspecting jobseekers. These deceptive schemes involve scammers posting enticing job listings to lure individuals seeking employment into exploitative situations. To protect yourself and others from…
Lost Life: Surviving Human Trafficking from Nigeria to Dubai. *Martha shared her story of human trafficking from Africa to Dubai for sexual exploitation.
*Martha, aged 21, narrated how she was lured by a woman in Nigeria with promises of a well-paying job in Dubai. The trafficker claimed *Martha could replace a Nigerian lady working for…
Human Rights Watch: Mass Surveillance in the UAE Threatens Rights. Human Rights Watch (HRW) has expressed alarm over the extensive surveillance conducted by Emirati authorities during the 28th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) hosted by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Dubai.
The human rights organization contends that such surveillance not only…
Survivor's Story Exposes Human Trafficking in Dubai. Emma's journey to Dubai began in January 2021, enticed by promises of well-paid work. However, upon arrival, she found herself in a nightmarish situation. Stripped of her passport and subjected to manipulation, she was coerced into sex work by traffickers who demanded exorbitant sums for her freedom.
Despite…
The Dark Realities of Human Trafficking from Africa to Dubai. *Ava bravely shared her experience of being trafficked from Nigeria to Dubai for sexual exploitation. The interview provides a glimpse into the intricate web of deceit and abuse that countless vulnerable women face when seeking opportunities abroad.
A friend, informed her about a job opportunity…
Send Them Home – Stop Human Trafficking. A new exhibition, titled 'Send Them Home – Stop Human Trafficking,' is set to open in London on November 17, shedding light on the trafficking of African women to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for sexual exploitation. Organized by Send Them Home, a campaign group aiding the repatriation…
A Victim's Story of Human Trafficking from Nigeria to Dubai. In a revealing interview, a survivor named *Lucy shares her experience of being trafficked from Nigeria to Dubai for sexual exploitation. The interview, offers a firsthand account of the trafficking journey, shedding light on the manipulation and abuse faced by vulnerable individuals.
Sold false promises…
Corruption as a Facilitator of Smuggling of Migrants and Trafficking in Persons. The 2021 research report by UNODC and the RSO of the Bali Process underscores the pervasive nature of corruption in human trafficking and migrant smuggling across Southeast Asia.
The report reveals that corruption occurs at every stage of these illicit activities, involving…
*Jasmin was looking for a way to provide a better future for her family, having a sick mother, when a woman took advantage of her and convinced her to come to the UAE as a nanny.
*Jasmin’s account is a reminder of the vulnerabilities that many individuals face when they pursue opportunities in the UAE.…
A Tale of Human Trafficking: *Liza's Ordeal. Stories like *Liza's serve as poignant reminders of the harrowing experiences faced by many. *Liza, a 29-year-old woman from an undisclosed location, shared her traumatic account of when she went to Dubai in 2014.
It commenced with an opportunity offered by a woman. What seemed like a chance…