ASEAN Highlights Crime-fighting Experience at UN Congress in Abu Dhabi
Muhammad Irfan
Published September 26, 2026 | 08:00 PM
ABU DHABI, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM - 26th Sep, 2026) The ASEAN Prosecutors-General Meeting (APAGM) is participating in the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice – Abu Dhabi 2026, showcasing their experience in strengthening cooperation among prosecution authorities to combat transnational organised crime.
Jumpon Phansumrit, Director-General, International Affairs Department, Office of the Attorney General (OAG), Thailand, emphasised the significance of the UN Congress, held every five years, as a platform for global criminal justice practitioners to exchange expertise and build partnerships.
He noted that ASEAN countries are focused on enhancing cooperation among prosecution authorities across Southeast Asia, particularly in combating transnational organised crime. The Abu Dhabi congress offers a chance to highlight this experience and forge new partnerships.
Phansumrit added that the event allows ASEAN representatives to learn from other nations and regions while sharing their own practices in coordination and cooperation against cross-border crimes. He expressed hope for strengthened collaboration between ASEAN prosecutors-general and heads of prosecution authorities with the UAE in combating criminal activities and transboundary crimes, highlighting the UAE's pivotal role in the region.