Human trafficking, a heinous crime that involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to exploit people for labor or commercial sex, has become a pervasive and complex issue that transcends national borders. The gravity of this problem necessitates a concerted international effort to combat it, and an effective regulatory framework is essential to achieve this goal. This article will examine the existing international regulatory framework for combating human trafficking, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses, and discussing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

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