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    Activists, Politicians Say 'Comfort Women' Must Not Be Forgotten

    Reporter/Provider - John Su/Rik Glauert
    Publish Date - 08/14/2024
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    Taiwan is remembering the thousands of women who were forced into sex work by Japan during World War II. Politicians and activists warn that women continue to suffer gender-based violence during war.

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