Sex trafficking in Dubai is recorded in this encyclopedia from the source named below.
Overview
Sex trafficking in Dubai is an ongoing problem in Dubai. It began in the 20th century as the city grew into a global business hub with many migrant workers. Despite strict laws against prostitution, the city’s environment has allowed illegal activities to continue. New investigations have revealed new trafficking networks exploiting weak and vulnerable women migrants. The extent of sex trafficking had become a widespread phenomena that it caused media trends such as #Dubaiportapotty.
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Editorial note
This record is a sourced summary, not original research. Where the underlying material is silent on a point, this article is silent too. Last reviewed 2026-09-23.