Evaluation of Government Response and Coordination in Combating Modern Slavery

The Global Slavery Index by Walk Free evaluates countries' efforts in combating modern slavery through government response and coordination. This analysis highlights the top-performing nations and provides insights into how countries worldwide are addressing this humanitarian crisis.

Which countries lead in combating modern slavery?

The top-ranking countries in the Global Slavery Index for government response and coordination include Ireland, Netherlands, Mexico, Jamaica, Czech Republic, Finland, and France, all scoring 87.5%. These nations demonstrate exceptional commitment and effective strategies in addressing modern slavery.

Countries with significant efforts (75% score)

A large group of nations, including Brazil, Australia, United Kingdom, and Vietnam, scored 75%. These countries have shown robust measures and policies to combat slavery, reflecting strong governmental will and coordination.

Moderate performers in the Global Slavery Index

Countries like United States, Germany, Italy, and Sweden scored 62.5%, indicating moderate but noteworthy efforts in addressing the issue. These nations have room for improvement in their strategies and implementation.

Which countries need improvement in combating modern slavery?

Many countries, such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, and South Korea, scored 50%, highlighting a need for increased focus and improved measures. Meanwhile, nations like Libya and Venezuela (25%) and Chad and North Korea (12.5%) exhibit minimal government response, requiring urgent international and domestic interventions.

FAQs About Government Response to Modern Slavery

  • What does the Global Slavery Index measure? The index evaluates government response, including legislation, victim support, and enforcement measures, to combat modern slavery.
  • Why do some countries score higher than others? Higher scores indicate stronger legislation, effective implementation, and better victim support systems.
  • Which regions perform best? Countries in Europe, such as Ireland and the Netherlands, tend to perform well, while regions with less-developed governance often score lower.
  • How can low-scoring countries improve? By enacting comprehensive legislation, increasing enforcement, and collaborating internationally to address the issue.

This analysis underscores the global disparities in combating modern slavery and the importance of government efforts in eradicating this human rights violation.

Government Response and Coordination By Country December 2022 (%, December 2022)

Country %
1 Ireland 87.5
1 Netherlands 87.5
1 Mexico 87.5
1 Jamaica 87.5
1 Czech Republic 87.5
1 Finland 87.5
1 France 87.5
2 Brazil 75
2 Albania 75
2 Argentina 75
2 Armenia 75
2 Australia 75
2 Austria 75
2 Belgium 75
2 Bolivia 75
2 Cambodia 75
2 Canada 75
2 Croatia 75
2 Denmark 75
2 Estonia 75
2 Georgia 75
2 Greece 75
2 India 75
2 Myanmar 75
2 North Macedonia 75
2 Norway 75
2 Philippines 75
2 Poland 75
2 Portugal 75
2 Romania 75
2 Spain 75
2 Thailand 75
2 Uganda 75
2 United Arab Emirates 75
2 United Kingdom 75
2 Vietnam 75
3 Slovenia 62.5
3 South Africa 62.5
3 Sweden 62.5
3 Taiwan 62.5
3 Angola 62.5
3 Antigua and Barbuda 62.5
3 Azerbaijan 62.5
3 Bahrain 62.5
3 Bosnia and Herzegovina 62.5
3 Botswana 62.5
3 Bulgaria 62.5
3 Burundi 62.5
3 Colombia 62.5
3 Costa Rica 62.5
3 Ivory Coast 62.5
3 United States 62.5
3 Ukraine 62.5
3 Turkey 62.5
3 Cyprus 62.5
3 Dominican Republic 62.5
3 Ecuador 62.5
3 Germany 62.5
3 Ghana 62.5
3 Guatemala 62.5
3 Guyana 62.5
3 Trinidad and Tobago 62.5
3 Hungary 62.5
3 Israel 62.5
3 Italy 62.5
3 Japan 62.5
3 Kyrgyzstan 62.5
3 Latvia 62.5
3 Moldova 62.5
3 Montenegro 62.5
3 Nepal 62.5
3 Paraguay 62.5
3 Peru 62.5
3 Qatar 62.5
3 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 62.5
3 Saudi Arabia 62.5
3 Senegal 62.5
3 Serbia 62.5
3 Slovakia 62.5
4 Pakistan 50
4 Morocco 50
4 Mozambique 50
4 New Zealand 50
4 Bangladesh 50
4 Benin 50
4 Cape Verde 50
4 Chile 50
4 China 50
4 Cuba 50
4 DR Congo 50
4 El Salvador 50
4 Eswatini 50
4 Ethiopia 50
4 Honduras 50
4 Indonesia 50
4 Jordan 50
4 Kazakhstan 50
4 Kenya 50
4 Kosovo 50
4 Kuwait 50
4 Laos 50
4 Lebanon 50
4 Lesotho 50
4 Liberia 50
4 Lithuania 50
4 Luxembourg 50
4 Malaysia 50
4 Niger 50
4 Nigeria 50
4 Oman 50
4 Mali 50
4 Panama 50
4 Papua New Guinea 50
4 Saint Lucia 50
4 Solomon Islands 50
4 South Korea 50
4 Sri Lanka 50
4 Switzerland 50
4 Tajikistan 50
4 Tanzania 50
4 Timor-Leste 50
4 Tunisia 50
4 Uruguay 50
4 Uzbekistan 50
4 Vanuatu 50
4 Zambia 50
5 Algeria 37.5
5 Barbados 37.5
5 Belarus 37.5
5 Belize 37.5
5 Burkina Faso 37.5
5 Cameroon 37.5
5 Djibouti 37.5
5 Egypt 37.5
5 Fiji 37.5
5 Guinea 37.5
5 Haiti 37.5
5 Hong Kong 37.5
5 Iceland 37.5
5 Iraq 37.5
5 Malawi 37.5
5 Maldives 37.5
5 Malta 37.5
5 Mauritania 37.5
5 Nicaragua 37.5
5 Republic of the Congo 37.5
5 Russia 37.5
5 Rwanda 37.5
5 Seychelles 37.5
5 Sierra Leone 37.5
5 Singapore 37.5
5 Sudan 37.5
5 Togo 37.5
5 Zimbabwe 37.5
6 Bahamas 25
6 Brunei 25
6 Central African Republic 25
6 Equatorial Guinea 25
6 Eritrea 25
6 Gabon 25
6 Gambia 25
6 Guinea-Bissau 25
6 Iran 25
6 Libya 25
6 Liechtenstein 25
6 Madagascar 25
6 Mauritius 25
6 Mongolia 25
6 Namibia 25
6 Palau 25
6 Somalia 25
6 Suriname 25
6 Turkmenistan 25
6 Venezuela 25
7 Chad 12.5
7 North Korea 12.5

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