Abu Dhabi picks up the torch as UN Crime Congress returns after Kyoto
Abu Dhabi: The 15 th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice officially opened in Abu Dhabi with the election of a new President and the establishment of organizational procedures. The Secretary General of the UN Congress for on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, Monica Juma, handed over the presidency to the UAE’s Minister of Justice of the UAE and Chairman of the…
Abu Dhabi hosted the opening of the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, marking a significant milestone in the fight against organized crime, cyber threats, and misuse of artificial intelligence. The ceremony commenced with the election of Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi as the new president, who succeeded Japan's Takashi Yamashita, who had hosted the 14th Congress in Kyoto.
The Secretary General of the UN Congress, Monica Juma, officially handed over the presidency to the UAE's Minister of Justice, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation, technological advancements, and the protection of individual rights in addressing emerging forms of crime. The legacy of the Kyoto Congress was acknowledged, highlighting the progress made in international criminal justice cooperation since 2025 and the adoption of the Kyoto Common Strategies.
The opening marked a new chapter in the global fight against crime, where the UAE's Minister of Justice pledged to support constructive dialogue and ensure a successful Congress through prevention, accountability, and rehabilitation.
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