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Modern slavery cases in Britain reach record high

Modern slavery cases in Britain reach record high

The real number of people living in modern slavery in Britain is estimated to be around 130,000, according to a human rights group.
Sun Mar 09 2025
How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

How South Asian workers land in modern slavery in the Middle East

For thousands from India, Bangladesh, Nepal and other countries, shadowy recruiters and online slave markets turn dreams into nightmares.
Sat Sep 21 2024
Sharp rise in number of modern slavery victims: Report

Sharp rise in number of modern slavery victims: Report

This is according to the latest Global Slavery Index of the human rights organisation Walk Free.
Wed May 24 2023
Tougher laws needed against modern slavery syndicates

Tougher laws needed against modern slavery syndicates

Human trafficking syndicates involving the sale of domestic helpers were rife during the COVID-19 pandemic and the MCO.
Thu Sep 22 2022
Malaysia committed to ending human trafficking by 2030 - Anifah Aman

Malaysia committed to ending human trafficking by 2030 - Anifah Aman

Malaysia remains firmly committed and accords the highest priority to ending forced labour, modern slavery and human trafficking by 2030, says its Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman.
Wed Sep 20 2017
Malaysia determined to get upgraded to tier one of US watch list - DPM Zahid

Malaysia determined to get upgraded to tier one of US watch list - DPM Zahid

Malaysia is intensifying efforts to increase the number of prosecutions and convictions in cases of human trafficking or modern slavery through close cooperation with the International Police (Interpo
Mon Nov 07 2016
Malaysia backs move to stamp out modern slavery

Malaysia backs move to stamp out modern slavery

There's a need for collective regional and international efforts to deal with the problem of human trafficking and modern slavery in an effective manner.
Wed Sep 21 2016
2016 Global Slavery Index: Malaysia ranked fifth in Southeast Asia

2016 Global Slavery Index: Malaysia ranked fifth in Southeast Asia

The 2016 Global Slavery Index ranked Malaysia fifth highest for slavery prevalence in Southeast Asia, with a CCC rating for the government's response to modern slavery.
Tue May 31 2016
Philippines' Duterte says he will accept arrest if ICC issues warrant

Philippines' Duterte says he will accept arrest if ICC issues warrant

The International Criminal Court is set to issue a warrant over Rodrigo Duterte's years-long "war on drugs" that killed thousands.
Mon Mar 10 2025
May 6 decision on Najib's representation to drop RM27 mln SRC money laundering charges

May 6 decision on Najib's representation to drop RM27 mln SRC money laundering charges

The prosecution is requesting a new case management date to update on the outcome of the representation.
Mon Mar 10 2025
Doctor rearrested over multiple indecent behaviour claims

Doctor rearrested over multiple indecent behaviour claims

According to police, the doctor's initial remand period ends today but he was rearrested in connection with the third police report.
Mon Mar 10 2025
Malaysia has to sign at least eight protocols to use nuclear energy - MOSTI

Malaysia has to sign at least eight protocols to use nuclear energy - MOSTI

Chang Lih Kang says nuclear energy use is regulated by international conventions and UN Security Council resolutions.
Mon Mar 10 2025
Syria's Sharaa scrambles to contain deadliest violence in years

Syria's Sharaa scrambles to contain deadliest violence in years

The clashes have already killed over 1,000 people, mostly civilians, and continue for a fourth day in Assad's coastal heartland.
Mon Mar 10 2025
No plans to expand implementation of extended hours - MOH

No plans to expand implementation of extended hours - MOH

Datuk Lukanisman Awang Sauni says trials at select clinics failed to ease congestion, especially in the Green Zone.
Mon Mar 10 2025
South Korean police prepare for 'worst-case scenarios' ahead of Yoon impeachment ruling

South Korean police prepare for 'worst-case scenarios' ahead of Yoon impeachment ruling

South Korea's Constitutional Court rules whether to oust or reinstate impeached President Yoon Suk-Yeol.
Mon Mar 10 2025
[COLUMNIST] From checklists to impact: Strengthening MyPCVE with evidence & expertise

[COLUMNIST] From checklists to impact: Strengthening MyPCVE with evidence & expertise

IOOI drives evidence-based research, refining training and ensuring expertise is applied through standardised frameworks.
Mon Mar 10 2025
Number of flood evacuees rises in Sabah

Number of flood evacuees rises in Sabah

The flood situation in Sabah has worsened, while the number of evacuees housed in relief centres in Sarawak remains unchanged tonight.
Mon Mar 10 2025
Trump says government shutdown is possible, but expects to avert it

Trump says government shutdown is possible, but expects to avert it

Donald Trump remains hopeful that a temporary funding bill will secure enough votes for approval.
Mon Mar 10 2025