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Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network in West and Central Asia becoming real

Asset Recovery Inter-Agency Network in West and Central Asia becoming real. Image: UNODC

Tackling illicit financial flows and money laundering is a core element of UNODC's mandate. The Office works with Member States across the globe to strengthen their ability to implement measures against these crimes. With a view to enhancing cooperation in asset tracing, freezing and confiscation, UNODC's Regional Programme for Afghanistan and Neighbouring Countries recently organized an inter-regional meeting in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.[Read More]

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Nelson Mandela Centenary: UNODC reiterates need for humane approach to prison management – We must not forget those behind bars

Nelson Mandela Centenary: UNODC reiterates need for humane approach to prison management - We must not forget those behind bars

Today marks what would have been the 100th birthday of Nelson Mandela. Honouring his centenary and outstanding contribution to a culture of peace and freedom, UNODC draws attention to the more than 10 million prisoners worldwide as well as to the work of those entrusted with their safe, secure and humane custody.[Read More]

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Strengthening cooperation to disrupt illicit financial flows in West and Central Asia, South Eastern Europe

Strengthening cooperation to disrupt illicit financial flows in West and Central Asia, South Eastern Europe. Photo: UNODC

UNODC, through its Regional Programmes for Afghanistan and Neighbouring Countries and South Eastern Europe, recently held an inter-regional training workshop on 'Building Partnerships in Countering Illicit Financial Flows". The event focused on a number of topics, including challenges and prospects for cooperation, with a particular emphasis on illicit financial flows in line with the 2016 UNGASS outcome document.[Read More]

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