Vienna: The United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice (CCPCJ) convened its 34th session at the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), with Kuwait actively participating in the proceedings. The session, which runs through May 23, is chaired by Permanent Representative of Mexico Ambassador Jose Antonio Zabalgoitia Trejo. The opening session featured prominent figures including UNODC Director General Ghada Waly, focusing on pivotal global challenges such as environmental offenses, goods trafficking, and the illegal trade in cultural property.
According to Kuwait News Agency, member states are expected to review draft resolutions aimed at enhancing crime prevention measures. Additionally, the session will serve as a platform to follow up on the outcomes of the 14th UN Crime Congress and prepare for the 15th. Kuwait's participation underlines its commitment to supporting international justice efforts, with its delegation set to present national strategies to enhance the criminal justice system and address crime and human trafficking issues, thereby reinforcing Kuwait's role as an active international partner.
Leading the Kuwaiti delegation is Assistant Foreign Minister for Human Rights, Ambassador Sheikha Jawaher Ibrahim Duaij Al-Sabah, who will engage with top UN officials. The visit will also include a Gulf-focused side event in collaboration with entities dedicated to combating human trafficking, along with field visits to local shelters, academic institutions, and humanitarian centers in Vienna to exchange expertise and enhance cooperation.