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Hong Kong rejects US downgrade to lowest tier in human trafficking report

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Briefings

Hong Kong was placed at the bottom tier of the US annual human trafficking report for 2026, joining China, Macau, North Korea, Russia, Iran, and Afghanistan. This ranking reflects a specific assessment of the city's human trafficking situation as reported by the US government.

Key points

• Hong Kong was ranked at the bottom tier of the US annual human trafficking report for 2026.
• The city joined China, Macau, North Korea, Russia, Iran, and Afghanistan in the lowest tier.

Context

The US government annually publishes a report on human trafficking to assess global risks. Hong Kong's placement indicates concerns about the city's vulnerability to trafficking activities.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to a single sentence stating Hong Kong was moved to the bottom tier. It does not provide specific numbers, dates, or details about the assessment criteria or the city's specific vulnerabilities.

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