Checking role of civil servants on 'to-do' list for Malaysia to improve human trafficking report ranking


PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia has been given a "to-do" list containing 15 points for it to improve its standing in the US State Department’s annual Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report, including to check on the role and involvement of civil servants in human trafficking.

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail (pic) said the report also recommended better identification of victims of human trafficking, especially among the vulnerable groups, domestic workers and employees in the oil palm and the rubber gloves sectors.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

KTMB announces new Komuter timetable for Klang Valley services effective Jan 1
Education Ministry abolishes its Training Management System to lighten teachers' workload
Tahfiz student dies in Pekan crash
Local engineer wins car at Penang Bridge International Marathon
Fire razes 30 houses in Tawau
Immigration raids lead to detention of 49 illegal immigrants in Johor
Woman dies in two-vehicle collision in Bandar Permaisuri
Former manager loses RM241,000 in phone scam
Woman sells prized Pok�mon cards to join next Sumud Flotilla mission
Senior citizen killed in three-vehicle crash in Johor

Others Also Read