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Vietnam has achieved remarkable results in preventing and combating human trafficking.

Ms. Kendra Rinas, Head of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Vietnam, said that IOM recognized Vietnam's outstanding results in preventing and combating human trafficking.

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Ms. Kendra Rinas, Head of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Vietnam. (Photo: Viet Duc/VNA)

Ms. Kendra Rinas, Head of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Vietnam. (Photo: Viet Duc/VNA)

On the occasion of the World Day against Trafficking in Persons 2025 with the theme: "Trafficking in Persons is an Organized Crime - Let's Take Action to End All Forms of Exploitation!" Ms. Kendra Rinas, Head of Mission of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Vietnam, shared some issues with reporters of Vietnam News Agency.

- Could you tell us the meaning of the theme of World Day against Trafficking in Persons this year?

Ms. Kendra Rinas: The theme of World Day against Trafficking in Persons 2025 carries the message “Trafficking in Persons is Organized Crime – Let's Work Together to End All Forms of Exploitation!”

This year’s campaign theme aims to highlight the pivotal role law enforcement plays in tackling organised crime, while ensuring the legal system puts victims at the centre of protection, support and access to justice.

Despite some progress, the criminal justice system's response remains inadequate to deal with this increasingly complex type of crime.

To end human trafficking, law enforcement agencies need to enforce strict regulations, conduct proactive investigations, enhance cross-border cooperation, target criminal money flows, and leverage technology to identify and dismantle human trafficking networks.

To ensure justice for victims, we need to hold perpetrators accountable and always put victims at the centre of our protection, support and access to justice.

Law enforcement agencies, including police, border security, international agencies and special forces are encouraged to proactively participate in the campaign, through the use of online platforms and direct operations in high-traffic areas such as bus stations, railway stations and airports. This approach helps messages reach a wide audience, raise social awareness and promote reporting of suspected human trafficking cases.

- What do you think about Vietnam's work in preventing and combating human trafficking in recent times?

Ms. Kendra Rinas: First, we acknowledge Vietnam's remarkable achievements in recent years in preventing and combating human trafficking.

Under the leadership of the Government, the Ministry of Public Security and the coordination of relevant agencies, the revised Law on Prevention and Combat of Human Trafficking came into effect this month. One of the highlights of the revised Law is its emphasis on a victim-centered approach in the policy-making process.

The amended law ensures better conditions for reintegration support for all subjects: Vietnamese citizens, foreigners in Vietnam, stateless persons and minors.

The revised Law on Prevention and Combating Human Trafficking is an important step forward, contributing to strengthening the “Program on Prevention and Combating Human Trafficking” for the period 2021-2025, with a vision to 2030. These efforts mark 25 years of coordinated action to prevent and combat human trafficking, and are very commendable.

Furthermore, we cannot fail to mention and commend the increased investigation, prosecution and adjudication of human trafficking crimes. Since 2019, IOM and its partners have assisted more than 840 victims of human trafficking and vulnerable migrants, and provided capacity building training to more than 1,380 law enforcement officers in Viet Nam.

The work of rescuing and supporting Vietnamese citizens returning from online fraud centers in the region is also making remarkable progress. However, the work of screening and supporting victims of trafficking still needs to be more synchronized and consistent.

IOM is committed to addressing these gaps by supporting the Ministry of Health and the Vietnam Border Guard Command in screening victims of trafficking returning from online fraud centers.

Human trafficking is a complex issue that requires a comprehensive approach from the Government, so we are proud to accompany the authorities, from central to local levels, in the work of preventing and combating human trafficking.

- The fight against human trafficking has involved the participation of many ministries, sectors, functional agencies and local authorities. However, human trafficking crimes in Vietnam are still complicated and increasingly sophisticated. In your opinion, what types of human trafficking crimes should Vietnam focus on preventing and combating?

Kendra Rinas: Human trafficking is becoming increasingly sophisticated, through closed networks. We see highly organized networks that leverage technology as a powerful tool. These individuals are now recruiting victims online, often young, educated, and technologically skilled.

According to the International Organization for Migration (IOM)’s “Trafficking in Persons by Online Fraud Syndicates in Southeast Asia” report, the number of trafficking cases receiving IOM support in the region has more than tripled from 296 in 2022 to 1,096 in 2025.

We are currently observing alarming trends involving victims of trafficking for the purpose of coercive crime, such as victims being forced to participate in online scams, organ trafficking, as well as the trafficking of fetuses.

That is why the revised Law on Prevention and Combating Human Trafficking has added provisions prohibiting the sale of fetuses. Frontline staff also face certain challenges.

Traffickers are adapting quickly, exploiting legal loopholes and moving their operations online, making the detection and prevention of human trafficking more complicated than ever.

To overcome these challenges, we must continue to raise public awareness of the risks associated with trafficking, strengthen the capacity of law enforcement to protect and prosecute, and ensure that all victims receive adequate protection and support at every stage.

IOM is proud and committed to continuing to work with the Government of Vietnam in promoting these important efforts to combat human trafficking.

- The Law on Prevention and Combating Human Trafficking in 2024 has been promulgated with many important amendments, supplements and new regulations. As the United Nations' specialized agency for legal and safe migration, how will IOM support Vietnam to better implement the work of preventing and combating human trafficking, including effectively implementing the Law in practice?

Ms. Kendra Rinas: First, it is very important to strengthen data management and ensure that data on human trafficking is updated in the national database. This is a key basis for effective policy development and planning, especially in prosecution.

We aim to enhance Vietnam's database on human trafficking and international migration, as well as contribute to supporting the completion of the legal framework related to migration governance in line with international standards.

Second, intensive training programmes for law enforcement and the judiciary should be strengthened to keep officials fully updated on changes in relevant legal frameworks. All victims, regardless of their status, should have equal access to protection and support measures, as provided for in the 2025 law.

Third, expand partnerships. IOM believes that increased coordination between governments, civil society, and technology companies is needed. Promoting responsible business practices throughout the supply chain will help strengthen the private sector’s responsibility to combat trafficking.

We also cannot ignore the work of communication to change public awareness and empower vulnerable groups. With the support of the UK Home Office, IOM has worked with Government agencies and local partners to reduce the risk of trafficking through communication to change behaviour, increase access to information on safe migration and prevent trafficking.

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On August 15, 2024, in Tay Ninh, the Central Committee of the Vietnam Women's Union organized a Media Forum on Prevention and Combat of Human Trafficking. The stage play "No Way Out" reflects the complicated developments of human trafficking. (Photo: Giang Phuong/VNA)

Empowering youth to lead initiatives to promote safe migration and prevent trafficking is essential. Such efforts equip youth with the knowledge, resources, and skills they need to promote safe migration options, help them make informed decisions, and build resilience in their communities.

IOM is proud of its contribution to improving access to essential skills such as digital skills, soft skills, employability skills and entrepreneurship skills for low-skilled workers.

Through cooperation with relevant ministries and Microsoft, IOM has developed the online learning platform congdanso.edu.vn, benefiting more than 13,000 Vietnamese learners, especially domestic migrant workers.

In the future, we will continue to promote ethical recruitment, improve the health of migrants and address migration due to the impact of climate change.

- On the occasion of World Anti-Human Trafficking 2025, what message do you have for Vietnam?

Ms. Kendra Rinas: On this occasion, we once again recognize the importance of cooperation, innovation, partnership and youth empowerment to prevent and combat human trafficking. We cannot overcome this problem without the cooperation of all of you.

Let us continue to stand with victims, hold perpetrators accountable, and work together for a world where no one is bought, sold, or exploited.

- Thank you very much./.

(Vietnam+)


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