UAE pledges $5m to support Abu Dhabi Declaration on global fight against crime
The UAE has pledged up to $5 million over the next five years to support the implementation of the Abu Dhabi Declaration, as the 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice opened in the capital on Saturday. The declaration, which was approved and adopted by state members, is intended to provide a framework for international efforts on crime prevention, criminal justice and the rule…
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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