31 July 2009
NTS Insight (Jul 2009) | Human Trafficking and Infectious Disease: A Critical Reflection on International Cooperation
Abstract
The H1N1 outbreak triggered a worldwide coordinated response led by the World Health Organization. Although the full impact of this influenza pandemic has yet to be determined, the scenario in general is one of optimism because the response of the international community suggests solidarity. However, the same cannot be said on the issue of human trafficking where international response appears disjointed. Why the differentiated response? Why are states more cooperative in mitigating infectious disease as opposed to human trafficking? This edition of NTS Insight examines states behaviour in the context of international cooperation.
Abstract
The H1N1 outbreak triggered a worldwide coordinated response led by the World Health Organization. Although the full impact of this influenza pandemic has yet to be determined, the scenario in general is one of optimism because the response of the international community suggests solidarity. However, the same cannot be said on the issue of human trafficking where international response appears disjointed. Why the differentiated response? Why are states more cooperative in mitigating infectious disease as opposed to human trafficking? This edition of NTS Insight examines states behaviour in the context of international cooperation.
