WASHINGTON — A diverse coalition of human trafficking opponents including the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission is urging Germany to thwart plans for an expansion of its legalized sex industry during the 2006 World Cup soccer tournament.
Critics estimate as many as 40,000 women, most from eastern Europe, could be added to the estimated 400,000 prostitutes in Germany for the month-long event that begins June 9. About 3 million fans, mostly males, are expected for the 32-team tournament that is held every four years. The World Cup will be held at 12 sites in the country. The German sex industry, apparently with the compliance of the government, has constructed a megabrothel and “sex huts” to meet the expected demand. Cities hosting matches also will provide special permits for prostitutes on the street, according to sex trafficking foes. (TAB)
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