EU: Commission to launch a business coalition against modern slavery

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The news. On 16 October, the European Commission presented a new strategy to combat human trafficking. While labour exploitation reported by the authorities rose by 17% between 2021-2022 and 2023-2024 (its share of human trafficking increasing from 37% to 38%), the plan dedicates part of its measures to private-sector engagement. Brussels will establish a coalition of volunteer businesses to exchange best practice on prevention and corrective action.

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