Accueil Maria da Graça CARVALHO

The report, adopted in line with the EPP voting indication, represents a notable effort towards addressing the complex issue of prostitution and its impact on society. The essential items adopted include the punishment of clients and the criminalization of sex purchases, based on the Nordic model. By punishing clients and criminalizing the acquisition of sex, we can communicate that exploiting vulnerable individuals for sexual purposes is unacceptable. This approach aims to protect the dignity, safety, and well-being of those involved in the sex industry while also combating human trafficking and other forms of exploitation. For these reasons, I vote in favor.