Saudi human rights chief: Combating human trafficking is a national duty
Khaled Al-Fakhri says human trafficking is among the gravest crimes against human rights and requires unified national efforts to combat.
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AIKhaled bin Abdulrahman Al-Fakhri, President of the National Society for Human Rights, has emphasized that human trafficking is one of the most serious crimes affecting human rights and fundamental freedoms, as it involves the exploitation of individuals and violations of their rights and dignity. He noted that addressing this crime requires coordinated legal, institutional, and societal efforts to help prevent it and enhance the effectiveness of countermeasures.
On the occasion of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, Al-Fakhri highlighted that Saudi Arabia has made significant progress in developing legislation, procedures, and mechanisms to combat human trafficking, reflecting the Kingdom's ongoing advancement in this area. He said this progress is based on an approach that combines law enforcement, protection of rights, and fulfillment of relevant international commitments.
He stated that combating human trafficking relies on integrated efforts in prevention, awareness, victim protection, and law enforcement, which strengthen the effectiveness of the response, reinforce trust in justice, and safeguard human rights.
Al-Fakhri added that the National Society for Human Rights continues, within its mandate, to promote human rights awareness, educate the public about the dangers of human trafficking, monitor relevant issues, and provide related recommendations, thereby supporting national efforts and enhancing rights protection.
He stressed that the ongoing development of legislation, practices, and procedures related to combating human trafficking strengthens the national system’s ability to prevent and respond to such crimes, supports the sustainability of efforts in this field, enhances human protection, upholds the rule of law, and aligns with best international practices.
Al-Fakhri concluded by reaffirming that combating human trafficking is a shared national responsibility, based on cooperation among relevant authorities, national institutions, and civil society organizations, to enhance human protection, safeguard rights, and uphold the rule of law.