Amman: Minister of Justice and Chair of the National Committee to Prevent Human Trafficking, Bassam Talhouni, emphasized Jordan's commitment to combating human trafficking, which he described as "a crime prohibited by all divine laws." During a committee meeting at the ministry, Talhouni highlighted the national imperative to protect human rights, safeguard human dignity, entrench accountability, and strengthen the rule of law.
According to Jordan News Agency, Talhouni noted the significance of the Anti-Human Trafficking Law No. 9 of 2009 and its amendments, which have undergone several revisions to align with international standards and conventions. He also mentioned the recent issuance of the Human Trafficking Victims Assistance Fund Regulation No. 6 of 2023, which has been instrumental in providing necessary support to victims, including shelter services and safe voluntary return.
Talhouni underscored the importance of the National Strategy to Prevent Human Trafficking for 2024-2027, which aims to consolidate national efforts to combat this crime. He stressed that enhanced stakeholder coordination would ensure role integration, reduce duplication, and support the effective implementation of the strategy's objectives.
The national committee, chaired by Talhouni, serves as a unified framework to address one of the most serious forms of organized crime. He commended the ongoing efforts to monitor the implementation of the strategy and approved action plans, as well as their impact. During the meeting, the committee reviewed feedback and recommendations from international reports on combating human trafficking in Jordan and discussed priorities for strengthening prevention, protection, and accountability mechanisms.
The National Committee to Prevent Human Trafficking includes various high-level officials, such as the Secretary General of the Ministry of Justice for Judicial Affairs, the secretaries general of the Ministries of Interior and Labor, the Commissioner General of the National Center for Human Rights, the Secretary General of the National Council for Family Affairs, a senior Public Security officer, and representatives from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Social Development, Industry and Trade, and Health.