Abstract
In recent years there has been a marked increase in human trafficking across the borders of Asia-Pacific states. In addressing this problem, regional states have found that unilateral actions are insufficient to stem the flows of trafficked persons. In response to this shortfall in capacity a number of arrangements have been initiated by regional institutions. The purpose of this article is to analyse the efficacy of these institutional arrangements. This article discusses the problem of human trafficking and its patterns within the region, before assessing the current anti-trafficking programmes and policies developed by regional institutions in East Asia and the South Pacific. The article then reviews trans-regional efforts being undertaken through the ASEAN Regional Forum, including the Asia-Europe Meeting and the Bali Process. In concluding, it is suggested that while the regional institutions remain captured by state interests they are nonetheless an important vehicle in combating human trafficking in the Asia Pacific. © 2006 ISEAS
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 490-511 |
| Journal | Contemporary Southeast Asia |
| Volume | 28 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - Dec 2006 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Research Keywords
- regional institutions
- human trafficking
- ASEAN
- transnational crime
- Bali Process
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