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15th UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi
Overview
The 15th UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi, running from September 26 to October 1, 2026, has convened representatives from approximately 100 countries to address evolving global criminal threats. The assembly focuses on four primary pillars: evidence-based crime prevention, inclusive justice, innovation in addressing new forms of crime, and strengthening international partnerships.
A central outcome of the congress is the adoption of the ‘Abu Dhabi Declaration’ by acclamation. This global plan addresses rapidly evolving digital threats, including cybercrime, fraud, and trends like ‘crime as a service’ and ‘violence as a service.’ The declaration commits participating countries to increasing the digitalization of legal processes and integrating artificial intelligence into criminal justice responses, provided these advancements include safeguards such as human oversight, transparency, due process, and data protection.
UAE officials, including Minister of Justice Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi and Undersecretary Mubarak Al Neyadi, have called for enhanced international cooperation, information sharing, and the translation of the declaration’s recommendations into practical national policies.
During the proceedings, participating nations have begun presenting specific national strategies. Egypt announced a new commitment to justice for the 2026-2031 period, which includes the establishment of regional training centers to combat cybercrime and the illicit trafficking of cultural property. Venezuela has emphasized the necessity of citizen participation in crime prevention and the utilization of digital tools to modernize justice systems. Other delegations, including those from Angola, continue to engage in discussions regarding inclusive justice and the role of digital transformation in combating criminal organizations.
Entities
United Nations · Abu Dhabi · United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime · United Arab Emirates · Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 11 SOURCES] The 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice opened in Abu Dhabi. alkuwaitnews.net · www.q8news.com · www.globaldiasporanews.com · ecuadoruniversitario.com · www.indiastrategic.in · +6 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The Abu Dhabi Declaration was adopted by acclamation. www.globaldiasporanews.com · ecuadoruniversitario.com · www.indiastrategic.in · www.mundodemujeres.com.mx · sundayworld.co.za
- [● 5 SOURCES] The congress is being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). www.q8news.com · www.emirates247.com · timeskuwait.com · gulfnews.com · www.khaleejtimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The congress expects between 3,000 and 5,000 participants. www.q8news.com · www.emirates247.com · timeskuwait.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The congress addresses cybercrime, human trafficking, money laundering, and terrorism financing. www.q8news.com · timeskuwait.com · www.khaleejtimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The congress focuses on the use of artificial intelligence and digital technology in criminal justice. www.q8news.com · sundayworld.co.za · www.khaleejtimes.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Abu Dhabi Declaration aims to set priorities for crime prevention and criminal justice over the next five years. www.q8news.com · timeskuwait.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Abu Dhabi Declaration was adopted during the plenary session. www.jornaleme.ao · gulfnews.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The congress theme focuses on accelerating crime prevention and the rule of law in the digital age. www.jornaleme.ao · rnv.gob.ve
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The UAE has concluded 140 comprehensive agreements with 53 countries. gulfnews.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Egypt announced a commitment to justice for the 2026-2031 period. www.elaosboa.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Egypt plans to establish an Egyptian-African center for training in preventing and combating cybercrime. www.elaosboa.com
Timeline
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesMorocco presents crime prevention strategies in Abu Dhabi
Morocco presented its data-driven crime prevention strategies and the work of its National Observatory of Crime at a United Nations Congress in Abu Dhabi.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 6 sourcesUN Crime Congress convenes in Abu Dhabi to address global criminal justice
The 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice is being held in Abu Dhabi, where nations are adopting the Abu Dhabi Declaration to tackle cybercrime and modernize global justice systems.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sourcesUnited Nations adopts global plan to combat digital crime
UN member states adopted the Abu Dhabi Declaration to combat evolving digital crimes, including cybercrime and AI-driven threats, through enhanced international cooperation and technological safeguards.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 12 sourcesAbu Dhabi hosts 15th UN Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice
The 15th UN Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Congress opened in Abu Dhabi, adopting the Abu Dhabi Declaration to tackle digital-age threats like cybercrime and AI-driven criminal activity.
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[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUN Crime Congress to address technology's role in global crime
The 15th UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi will address how technology enables rapid criminal profiteering and how digital tools can improve global crime prevention and justice responses.
Sources
akhber-alwatan.com · alkuwaitnews.net · challengesradio.net · ecuadoruniversitario.com · elaosboa.com · emirates247.com · europeansting.com · globaldiasporanews.com · gulfnews.com · indiastrategic.in · jornaleme.ao · khaleejtimes.com · labass.net · las24horasdejujuy.com.ar · lebrief.ma · mid-east.info · mundodemujeres.com.mx · notitarde.com.ve · primicia.com.ve · q8news.com · rnv.gob.ve · sundayworld.co.za · teleSURtv.net · timeskuwait.com
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