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UAE Emphasizes International Cooperation in Combating Crime at United Nations Commission

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) delegation, led by His Excellency Judge Abdul Rahman Al Balooshi, Assistant Undersecretary for International Cooperation and Legal Affairs at the Ministry of Justice, participated in the 34th session of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Vienna, Austria, from May 19 to 23, 2025. The delegation emphasized the importance of strengthening international cooperation, gender equality, respect for human rights, and capacity building to combat crime. The UAE presented multiple statements during the session, affirming its commitment to international cooperation and highlighting the crucial role of the preparatory meetings for the Abu Dhabi 2026 Congress in formulating a global vision for dealing with crime and criminal justice.

Key Takeaways:

  • The UAE delegation, led by His Excellency Judge Abdul Rahman Al Balooshi, participated in the 34th session of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Vienna, Austria, from May 19 to 23, 2025.
  • The delegation emphasized the importance of strengthening international cooperation, gender equality, respect for human rights, and capacity building to combat crime.
  • The UAE presented multiple statements during the session, highlighting the importance of combating human trafficking crimes and supporting victims through rehabilitation and community reintegration programs.
  • The UAE also emphasized the need to combat terrorism in all its forms, emphasizing the need to coordinate international efforts and strengthen relevant national legislation.
  • The UAE delegation chaired a side event titled "The Road to Abu Dhabi," which focused on the preparatory processes for the congress and featured significant international engagement.
  • The UAE delegation participated in numerous side events and held several bilateral meetings with member states, aiming to strengthen cooperation, exchange expertise, and coordinate positions on priority issues related to crime prevention and criminal justice.
  • The UAE delegation emphasized the importance of preparations for the 15th UN Congress in Abu Dhabi, aiming to produce a qualitative international declaration that reflects the global consensus on the need to strengthen collective action to combat crime.

Statistics:

  • The 34th session of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice took place in Vienna, Austria, from May 19 to 23, 2025.
  • The UAE delegation participated in multiple side events, including "The Road to Abu Dhabi" and "Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism."

Sources:

  • (Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation) "United Arab Emirates Participates in the 34th Session of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice"
  • United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) "Side Event: Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism"

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