2. Belarus
For the past three years, Belarus that ranks second on the list of worst countries in Europe for human trafficking is categorized as Tier 3. Before this, it was grouped among Tier 2 Watchlist countries. It shows the lack of will on the part of Belarus officials in eradicating human trafficking, which is rather disappointing. Belarus is a source, transit, and destination for victims of forced labor and sexual exploitation. The latest numerical data shows that less than 20 % of the trafficking victims were men. Belarus women are often subject to sexual exploitation in adult entertainment and hotel industry abroad and in Belarus.
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