Contents periodic report of the Republic of Korea recommended the government’s legislative efforts for the effective implementation of the Act on the Regulation of Marriage Brokerage Agency. C. Core agenda items for promotion Ⅱ-1-1. The government should take legislative and other measures to guarantee the effective implementation of the Act on the Regulation of Marriage Brokerage Agency. The government should find a way to prevent human rights infringement occurring in association with migrants and put an end to the human trafficking controversy involving migrants married to Koreans. Ⅱ-1-2. The government should carry out more stringent management and supervision of international marriage brokerage agencies so that they provide accurate personal information of marriage partners-to-be and guarantee the right of marriage partners-to-be to make decisions freely. Clear-cut regulations should be provided to enable punishing marriage brokers neglecting said duties. Measures for regulating marriage brokers should be explored in both countries. Victims should not be burdened with the responsibility of proving the marriage brokers’ fault or intention. Ⅱ-1-3. Officials of the relevant authorities should be made to attend education sessions designed to enhance their expertise in matters related to marriage brokerage agencies and human rights infringement. Part 2. Stronger protection of human rights of migrants married to Koreans 35

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