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This chapter analyzes the current international legal framework with regard to trafficking in persons. Existing international legal instruments are explored as well as legal remedies available to victims. Enforcement challenges are discussed and possible solutions are offered.
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Blom, N. (2019). Human Trafficking: An International Response. In: Winterdyk, J., Jones, J. (eds) The Palgrave International Handbook of Human Trafficking. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-63192-9_72-1
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