28 MPs Register 111 Amendments to Human Trafficking Bill
Summary
28 MPs have registered 111 amendments to Nepal’s Human Trafficking and Transportation (Control) (First Amendment) Bill, seeking stronger definitions, tougher penalties and better victim protection. The proposals also call for tighter border surveillance, improved immigration controls and greater use of technology to curb trafficking.
Key Points
- 28 MPs registered 111 amendments to the Human Trafficking and Transportation (Control) (First Amendment) Bill, 2083.
- The amendments seek to clarify and expand definitions related to trafficking, sexual exploitation, forced labor and victim protection.
- Lawmakers want the term 'prostitution' replaced with terms such as 'sexual act,' 'sex trade,' 'forced sex work' or 'commercial sexual exploitation.'
- The proposals also call for stronger penalties, confidential victim identity, rehabilitation support and tighter border surveillance.
