US report: Greece democratic but abuse of migrants, women abides

Greece is, overall, a democratic country with respect for its citizens but it is still marred by instances of the abuse of immigrants - especially in custody - according to the US State Department's annual report on human rights made public yesterday. The report referred to instances of racism against Albanians and to the abuse of foreign women by prostitution rings. It also cited the fatal shooting of an Albanian by a border guard. The report acknowledged the approval of a presidential decree to protect human-trafficking victims, but urged the government to cooperate more closely with non-governmental organizations.
(27.02.04)   Kathimerini English Edilion   ()
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