According to MPB’s announcement, the meeting was led by Deputy Prime Minister Viktor Buzhala, while the focus was inter-institute co-ordination and implementation of recommendations from the US State Department for Trafficking in Persons ( TIP).

Special emphasis was placed on strengthening investigations, prosecution and punishing traffickers, as well as identifying and protecting victims.

Buzhala asked members of the Authority for continued commitment and greater co-operation among the institutions, with the goal of implementing recommendations and improving mechanisms for preventing human trafficking.

Since October marks the Month of Human Trafficking, the importance of increasing awareness and information activities for citizens, early identification of suspected cases, and promotion of their reporting was also highlighted at the meeting.

The MPB announced that, in co-operation with responsible institutions and partners, it will continue its commitment to prevent human trafficking and protect the rights and dignity of victims.

Source Layer: RTKLive