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The $10 Billion Industry of Human Trafficking

Every year, the images stay the same: boats, borders, and desperate journeys. We are told these are symptoms of chaos, failure, or political stalemate. But what if this isn't a failure? What if this is exactly how the system is designed to work?

Today, the United Nations estimates that the illegal movement of people generates over $10 billion every year. This isn't just a side operation—it is a global, multi-layered industry with investors, infrastructure, and a massive network of beneficiaries.