The Kingdom of Morocco has expressed interest in hosting a future session of the United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice. This announcement was made during the 15th Congress, which is currently taking place in Abu Dhabi. Morocco aims to highlight African realities and priorities, and to make the continent's voice heard on security and development challenges.
The Moroccan Ministry of Justice stated that the country is eager to host one of the upcoming congresses to shed light on African issues and to address transnational security and development challenges. The ministry emphasized that justice is not only about punishment, but also about prevention, victim protection, and rehabilitation. Morocco's bid to host the congress is seen as an opportunity for the country to play a more significant role in international efforts to combat crime.
During the high-level segment of the congress, Morocco reaffirmed its commitment to the Abu Dhabi Declaration, which aims to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against crime. The declaration emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to justice, one that goes beyond punishment and focuses on prevention, protection, and rehabilitation. Morocco also called for a more coordinated and complementary approach among UN agencies and entities working on transnational organized crime and terrorism.
The congress, which is being held under the theme "Accelerating Action on Crime Prevention, Criminal Justice, and the Rule of Law," has brought together ministers, government officials, experts, and academics from 119 countries. The event is being attended by a high-level Moroccan delegation, including officials from the Ministry of Justice, the Supreme Judicial Council, and the Public Prosecutor's Office.
In a video message to the congress, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed emphasized that justice should not be a privilege, but a right that protects every individual and preserves the rights of all. She also stressed that the congress is taking place at a time of significant change and that the international community must work together to address the challenges posed by crime and technology.
The congress has also seen the adoption of the Abu Dhabi Declaration, a global framework for strengthening international cooperation in criminal justice. The declaration aims to address the growing challenges posed by crime and the exploitation of digital technologies. The Moroccan delegation has expressed its support for the declaration and has emphasized the need for international cooperation in the fight against crime.
The UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice has been held every five years since 1955 and plays a crucial role in establishing international norms and policies on crime prevention and criminal justice. Morocco's bid to host a future session of the congress is seen as a significant step in the country's efforts to contribute to international efforts to combat crime and promote justice.
Key points
- Morocco has announced its bid to host a future session of the UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice.
- The congress aims to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against crime and promote justice.
- The event has brought together ministers, government officials, experts, and academics from 119 countries.
