The Face of Modern Slavery in East Asian and ASEAN Countries - A Guide to International, Regional, and Domestic Legal Instruments with a focus on the PRC, Japan, and the two Koreas

Abstract

Human trafficking represents a global problem and probably one of the most shameful crime committed throughout history, and yet is the most thriving illegal business in modern society, estimated to be the third most profitable business for organized crime after drugs and firearms trade. Millions of people are being trafficked around the world and deprived of their dignity with women, men, and children deceived and forced in exploitative situations every day. The present work will be focused towards women and children trafficked throughout the East Asian region stressing on the issues regarding sex trafficking, sex tourism, and bride traffic, specifically in China, Japan, and the two Koreas due to their rampant practice and the exposure of tens of thousands of women to abuse and violence.