The 15th United Nations Conference on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice opened on Saturday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Sunday World reported. The gathering brought together more than 40 ministers of justice and 5,000 delegates representing 119 countries, alongside a large contingent of youth participants.
Themed "Accelerating crime prevention, criminal justice and the rule of law: protecting people and planet and achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in the digital age", the conference focused on countering new forms of transnational crime using artificial intelligence and cyber technology, as well as advancing the digital transformation of justice systems. The conference adopted the Abu Dhabi Declaration, calling for enhanced international judicial cooperation, early intervention, and technological tools to prevent crime.
China's Minister of Justice He Rong delivered a video address to the conference on Saturday, underscoring Beijing's support for multilateralism and the core role of the United Nations in global crime governance. She stated that China would adhere to principles of consultation, joint contribution, and shared benefits, support UN agencies, and maintain the international legal order while promoting the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The Chinese delegation also showcased its domestic practices in criminal justice reform, legal aid, and minor protection. Sunday World reported that China highlighted its "six-pronged protection" network for minors involving family, school, society, the internet, government, and the judiciary, guided by the principle of prioritising education alongside secondary punishment.
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- sundayworld.co.za · 2026-09-27
