UNODC in 🇺🇬 is thrilled to be part of the EU-Uganda Forest Partnership initiative, funded by EU in Uganda! 👏

Under the component of 'Governance & Anti-Trafficking', we are partnering with criminal justice actors to counter crimes against the environment. #endENVcrime

Check out our🆕report shedding light on waste trafficking between the EU and Southeast Asian countries.

Learn about emerging patterns and progress in tackling waste trafficking in 🇮🇩 🇲🇾 🇹🇭 🇻🇳 and facilitating legal trade bit.ly/43DamLJ

#endENVcrime

Corruption undercuts law enforcement's ability to tackle crimes in fisheries.

Without addressing corruption, efforts to regulate the sector will fall short.

Explore the #RottenFish guide: bit.ly/2Sr13OW

#OceanDecade24 #endENVcrime

Crimes in the fisheries sector threaten ecosystems, drive overfishing, pollute oceans, harm coastal livelihoods and deprive States of sources of income.

To feed the global population sustainably, we need an equitable ocean economy.

#OceanDecade24 #endENVcrime

UNODC joined the EU and partners at the official launch of the new EU-Uganda Forest Partnership with H.E the President of the Republic of Uganda. UN Office on Drugs & Crime will contribute to the Forest Partnership to strengthen Uganda’s response to deforestation and forest degradation. #endENVcrime

The UN Ocean Decade conference takes place this week.

Let’s push for increased efforts to combat crimes in the fisheries sector, which sabotage efforts to protect marine ecosystems.

#OceanDecade24 #endENVcrime #crimesinfisheries

We must protect the ~25% of the planet's most endangered species that live in South America.

UN Office on Drugs & Crime is training justice officials in the region to detect, investigate & #EndWildlifeCrime .

Grateful to the RAREC RAINFOREST AWARENESS RESCUE EDUCATION CENTER & Centro de Rescate Amazónico - CREA rescue centres in Peru for supporting our mission.

Join today’s discussion UN Ocean Decade Conference on combating #crimesinfisheries sector, leveraging technology and enhancing the criminal justice response➡️ forms.gle/AarLF2NMqk2Zgt…
Through collective action and innovative solutions, we can ensure thriving marine ecosystems.

How to harmonize legislation at the regional level to combat crimes in the fisheries sector more effectively?

Magdalena Shiyagaya from 🇳🇦's Office of the Prosecutor General emphasizes the usefulness of UN Office on Drugs & Crime Legislative Guide in the fight against these crimes ⤵️

#UNTOC4Env

#DYK ? 3 out of every 4 new or emerging infectious diseases in people come from animals 🧪

Combating wildlife crime is vital for people & for planet.

Find out more ➡️ iccwc-wildlifecrime.org

#TogetherAgainstWildlifeCrime

Join our UN Ocean Decade satellite event next week, where we’ll focus on the impact of crimes in the fisheries sector and discuss technology-driven solutions and strengthening the criminal justice system.

Register now: forms.gle/AarLF2NMqk2Zgt…

#OceanDecade24 #endENVcrime

Explores the connections between waste trafficking, corruption, money laundering and organized crime.

Our🆕 #Unwaste report offers insights to navigate this complex issue towards a healthier and safer future bit.ly/43DamLJ

#endENVcrime

Southeast Asia is drowning in illegal waste shipments.

Our new report with UN Environment Programme reveals 400k+ tonnes of waste were seized in the region in 2018-2022.

We need to strengthen regulatory frameworks and criminal justice responses to end this illegal trade.
 
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Illegal trafficking and dumping of waste cause severe environmental pollution in destination countries.

UNEP and UN Office on Drugs & Crime research sheds light on how criminal actors exploit legal trade and regulatory and enforcement loopholes for financial gain.

unodc.org/unodc/en/envir…

The recognition of environmental rights has accelerated, including the United Nations General Assembly’s resolution on the right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment.

Explore more about the global landscape of environmental rule of law here: unep.org/resources/publ…

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Learn why waste trafficking is a growing concern bit.ly/43DamLJ
#endENVcrime

On #ZeroWasteDay let’s spotlight crime in the waste sector.

Complex regulations and weak enforcement embolden criminals in lucrative waste trafficking.

Strengthening laws and global enforcement is crucial to #BeatWastePollution .

Learn more: bit.ly/40jrFPA
#endENVcrime

Waste is a lucrative industry, generating billions in profits from illegal trafficking.

To #BeatWastePollution and tackle waste crimes, we must step up efforts to combat associated offenses like corruption, document fraud, and money laundering.

#endENVcrime #ZeroWasteDay

Ahead of #ZeroWasteDay , explore why combating waste trafficking is key for the transition to a circular economy. 👇

Stay tuned for the launch of our waste trafficking report on 2 April, shedding light on its links to corruption, organized crime, and cyber space.

#endENVcrime

1/3 of global waste isn't managed properly.

Waste crimes cause severe pollution and degradation of land, air, water, and soil ecosystems.

We need clear laws and strong enforcement to #BeastWastePollution ➡️bit.ly/40jrFPA

#endENVcrime #ZeroWasteDay