26 stories found
QNET has formally endorsed the Global Public-Private Partnership Framework Against Fraud, joining a coalition of law enforcement agencies, international organizations, and businesses, as its partnership with EOCO gains international recognition.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in partnership with the US government, has commissioned a bakery and vocational training facilities at Ghana's Nsawam Medium Security Prison.
The United Nations has raised concerns that at least one million women and girls have lost access to humanitarian support over the past 18 months due to significant funding cuts, leaving many without vital assistance.
Italian Ambassador to Ecuador, Giovanni Davoli, inaugurated a five-day UNODC seminar in Quito focused on financial intelligence and the investigation of environmental crimes.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has warned that the drug trade is a significant factor fueling insecurity in Nigeria. The UNODC also highlighted how technological advancements are being exploited for the development of new types of narcotics globally.
Uzbekistan and UNODC Discuss Stronger Drug Crime Fight
The UNODC has called on young people in Nigeria to lead wildlife conservation efforts, highlighting that biodiversity loss and wildlife crime pose significant threats to public health, livelihoods, and national security.
The Global Fraud Summit, organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and INTERPOL, was held in Vienna on March 16 and 17, bringing together representatives to focus on online fraud.
Mozambique opens maritime security centre with UNODC support CLUB OF MOZAMBIQUE
Organized crime networks in Asia are generating over $100 billion annually through online fraud, including cryptocurrency scams and romance scams, according to a report by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
Montenegro's Koprivica expressed gratitude to the UNODC for its ongoing support in strengthening the rule of law, enhancing institutional capacities, and combating corruption and organized crime in the country.
Nigeria has received the prestigious UNODC–World Bank–Egmont Group Stolen Asset Recovery (StAR) Initiative Award. This recognition comes months after the country successfully exited the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list.
A UNODC report ranks Albania among the primary departure or transit countries for heroin shipments into Europe, with cocaine transit also reportedly doubling.
A UNODC report indicates a global increase in cocaine production and a decrease in prices, leading to more widespread use.
Uzbekistan and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have agreed to expand their cooperation in combating crime.
The United Nations aviation agency has announced new rules, effective Friday, limiting passengers to two portable and rechargeable batteries per flight and prohibiting their charging onboard due to safety concerns, a development also reported in Croatian media.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has launched the #TrappedInScamCrime campaign to combat online scams in Indonesia.
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Philippines are set to launch a new web-based tool called 'Laya Calculator' to accurately compute prisoner release dates nationwide.
According to a UNODC report, cyber scams in East and Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand saw a significant increase last year, with victims losing up to $114.1 billion, tripling since 2023.
Montenegrin Deputy Prime Minister Momo Koprivica met with Danilo Ricci, the regional representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), to discuss continued cooperation in the fight against corruption and crime.
Italian Ambassador to Ecuador, Giovanni Davoli, participated in the 'UNODC–Ecuador Partners’ Roundtable' at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Quito, chaired by Foreign Minister Roberto Kury and Amado De.
A UNODC report covering up to the end of 2024 indicates a new wave of drug addictions globally, with 331 million drug users and a significant increase over ten years, noting cocaine is becoming more common and cheaper.
Iran has issued strong warnings, including threats of opening new fronts and parliamentary votes on bounties, amidst escalating tensions with the United States. These developments follow recent US actions and threats concerning the region.
At a learning lunch, the incoming UNODC Executive Director encouraged women professionals to leverage networking for career advancement, emphasizing that hard work is key to sustained success.
The International Italian-Latin American Organization (IILA) and the UNODC have signed an agreement in Quito, Ecuador, to strengthen cooperation in the fight against organized crime.
Monica Juma has been appointed as the Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Chief of the UN Office at Vienna.