UAE Accountability Authority Strengthens Global Partnerships at UN Crime Prevention Congress

Senior leadership from Switzerland, the United Nations, South Africa and Hong Kong convene with the Authority to advance international cooperation on accountability and crime prevention.

The Chairman of the UAE Accountability Authority, Humaid Obaid Abu Shibs, has welcomed a distinguished gathering of international officials to the Authority’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The meetings took place during the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, underscoring the emirate’s commitment to global cooperation in matters of governance and accountability.

The visiting dignitaries included Stefan Blättler, Attorney-General of Switzerland; Monica Juma, Executive Director of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime; Leonard Gaoretelelwe Lekgetho, Head of the Special Investigating Unit of South Africa; and Danny Woo Ying Ming, Commissioner of the Hong Kong Independent Commission Against Corruption.

The discussions centred on deepening bilateral and multilateral cooperation across areas of shared concern, with particular emphasis on the exchange of expertise and best practices in accountability mechanisms and crime prevention. The conversations reflected a commitment to fostering greater international coordination amongst relevant authorities and international organisations, recognising the vital importance of collaborative approaches to contemporary challenges.

These meetings exemplify the UAE Accountability Authority’s strategic approach to building robust international partnerships. By engaging with leading institutions and officials from across the globe, the Authority continues to expand its networks and broaden the scope of its collaborative efforts, contributing meaningfully to the exchange of knowledge and experience amongst accountability bodies worldwide.

Source: WAM