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US notes gaps in Bangladesh's anti-trafficking efforts

US Department of State spokesperson Thomas Tommy Pigott stated that while Bangladesh has increased efforts to combat human trafficking, significant gaps remain.

TBS Bangladesh ยท 9 October 2026, 12:50 PM

US Department of State spokesperson Thomas Tommy Pigott has remarked that human trafficking represents a direct assault on the values of freedom and dignity that define the United States. While acknowledging Bangladesh's increased efforts to address the issue, the US official noted that persistent gaps continue to exist.