KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 10 -- The Home Ministry plans to open more safe houses for victims of human trafficking to strengthen Malaysia's support systemand reaffirm the country's commitment to human rights, said Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail.

Speaking at the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (WDAT) event today, Saifuddin said the government recognised the urgent need for adequate shelters and comprehensive protection for victims rescued from trafficking networks.

"Among the issues raised was the need to build more shelters. There was one case where we managed to identify a suitable place through Mapo's cooperation, but it did not materialise. We must ensure this doesn't happen again," he said, referring to the Coun...