Report Reveals Forced Labour of North Korean Workers in Russia Generates $500 Million Annually for North Korean State
A recent report published by Global Rights Compliance highlights the grim realities faced by North Korean workers in Russia, revealing a forced labour scheme that generates approximately US$500 million annually for the North Korean state. The report details the brutal conditions these workers endure, marked by control, coercion, and systemic abuse. According to the findings, the North Korean government has dispatched over 100,000 workers across more than 40 countries, primarily in sectors such as construction, medicine, information technology, and food services. The exploitative nature of the scheme is starkly illustrated through first-hand testimonies collected from North Korean labourers. These workers... [Continue Reading]
Europol launches new unit to crack down on migrant smuggling networks
Europol has inaugurated the European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling (ECAMS) to bolster the fight against migrant smuggling across Europe and beyond. The centre will focus on dismantling large criminal groups that facilitate perilous, high-cost journeys for migrants, many of whom face life-threatening conditions during transit. These smuggling rings increasingly use online platforms to recruit accomplices and advertise their illicit services, expanding their reach and making enforcement harder. The new unit aims to disrupt these digital networks and reduce the flow of migrants risking dangerous passages. The launch of ECAMS comes amid rising concerns about the scale and brutality of migrant... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Mar 2026 12:45
