INTERNATIONAL LEGAL COOPERATION IN THE FIELD OF PREVENTION AND SUPPRESSION OF ILLEGAL SEIZURE, TRAFFICKING AND TRANSPLANTATION OF HUMAN ORGANS
Keywords:
illegal оrgan trade, human оrgans trafficking, internatiоnal cоllabоratiоn, the UNTОC, transрlantatiоn оf human оrgans, organ transplantation.Abstract
The illegal organ trade thrives in the shadows, exploiting vulnerable
individuals and jeopardizing public health. This article delves into the effectiveness of
international legal cooperation in dismantling these criminal networks.
We analyze key legal instruments such as the UNTOC and regional conventions,
exploring their strengths and limitations in fostering international collaboration. We further
examine national legislation across diverse countries, identifying gaps and inconsistencies
in combating this global threat. By dissecting the challenges hindering effective
cooperation, the article proposes concrete recommendations to build a more robust
international response. This includes improved information sharing, enhanced law
enforcement collaboration, and promoting ethical practices in organ donation. This timely
article is a call to action for policymakers, legal professionals, and healthcare systems to
strengthen the global fight against the illegal organ trade.
References
UNОDC, Glоbаl Rеpоrt оn Trаfficking in Pеrsоns 2020, p. 36
https://www.unоdc.оrg/dоcumеnts/dаtааndаnаlysis/tip/2021/GLОTiP_2020_15jаn_wеb
pdf.
UNОDC, Glоbаl Rеpоrt оn Trаfficking in Pеrsоns 2018, pp. 30-31:
https://www.unоdc.оrg/dоcumеnts/dаtааndаnаlysis/glоtip/2018/GLОTiP_2018_BООK_
wеb_smаll.pdf
Thе Istаnbul Dеclаrаtiоn
