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Australia is cracking down on modern slavery with bold new laws, spurred by U.S. threats to impose tariffs on Aussie businesses linked to forced labor. Companies earning over $100 million annually could face criminal charges if they can’t prove they’re actively preventing slavery in their supply chains. This follows global pressure — including from the Trump administration — that called out 54 countries, including Australia, for not doing enough to stop forced labor goods from entering their markets. Attorney-General Michelle Rowland says Australians demand transparency and ethical sourcing, and the government is working with stakeholders to enforce accountability without harming business. With an estimated 50 million people trapped in modern slavery worldwide — often in electronics and clothing factories — Australia is stepping up to ensure its supply chains are clean, fair, and compliant.

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