Trinidad & Tobago Upgraded to Tier 2 in US Trafficking in Persons Report 2024

Trinidad and Tobago – June 26, 2024 – Trinidad and Tobago has been upgraded to Tier 2 in the US Department of State’s 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report. This is a significant improvement from the Tier 2 Watch List ranking the nation held in 2023, reflecting enhanced efforts to combat modern slavery.

The report specifically acknowledges the government’s increased efforts to combat human trafficking, including a rise in investigations and prosecutions. It also highlights a landmark achievement: the first-ever conviction of a human trafficker in the country, a pivotal step in strengthening the fight against this crime. This upgrade signifies Trinidad and Tobago’s intensified commitment to meeting international standards for the elimination of human trafficking and underscores progress in protecting vulnerable populations.