ANGOLA EMBRACES GLOBAL EFFORTS TO COMBAT FINANCIAL CRIME

United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Session

The Angolan government has reaffirmed its commitment to fighting financial crime at a recent United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice session. Speaking at the 32nd Session of the commission, an Angolan delegation representative emphasized the country’s alignment with international efforts to combat economic, financial, organized, and transnational crime.

Implementation of Measures Against Financial Crimes

Angola has made significant strides in implementing measures to prevent and combat money laundering, terrorism financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. A second round of the Mutual Evaluation Process on Compliance with the Angolan System for the Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering (ML/TF/WMD) is nearing completion.

Asset Repatriation and Development

Angola has successfully repatriated a substantial amount of assets previously misappropriated, which are now being used to promote development and sustainability in the country. A new Public Appropriation Law has been approved, while amendments to the Angolan Code of Criminal Procedure have enhanced the means of achieving criminal justice.

Judicial Reforms

The establishment of local jurisdiction courts and regional appellate courts aims to promote greater expediency and proximity of justice to citizens. The Angolan State recognizes the importance of international cooperation in combating crime and has signed judicial cooperation agreements with various countries.

ANGOLA’S STRATEGY TO COMBAT CORRUPTION

National Strategy for Corruption Prevention and Combating

The Angolan government is committed to implementing a National Strategy for the Prevention and Combating of Corruption, which includes concrete actions to tackle the root causes of corruption. A public consultation process is currently underway, and legislation related to Non-Governmental Organizations is being updated.

HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND VICTIM SUPPORT

Interministerial Commission Against Human Trafficking

The Interministerial Commission Against Human Trafficking has handled 142 cases of human trafficking, with children predominant among the victims. Initiatives for family reunification have been developed since the second half of 2022, and efforts to support victims are ongoing.

LOCAL JURISDICTION COURTS AND REGIONAL APPELLATE COURTS

Guaranteeing Proximity and Expediency of Justice

The establishment of local jurisdiction courts and regional appellate courts aims to promote greater expediency and proximity of justice to citizens. Guarantee judges will ensure a broader respect for individual and collective rights, freedoms, and guarantees.

ANGOLA’S COMMITMENT TO COMBATING FINANCIAL CRIME

International Cooperation and Crime Prevention

The Angolan government reaffirms its commitment to continuing international cooperation and implementing universally agreed policies and strategies for crime prevention and the consolidation of criminal justice. The country is fully dedicated to approving legislative, administrative, and policy measures to address the global phenomenon of crime and promote justice.