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LIBYA: UNODC Works to Combat Financial Crime, Terrorism Financing and Corruption

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has been working tirelessly in Libya to strengthen its legal, policy, and institutional frameworks to combat financial crime, terrorism financing, and corruption.

According to the agency, bolstering these frameworks is crucial to preventing and combating transnational organized crime, including human trafficking and migrant smuggling. Additionally, UNODC aims to enhance private sector integrity, cultivate a culture of anti-corruption and integrity, and improve access to justice for children.

Collaborative Efforts

In its efforts to combat financial crime, terrorism financing, and corruption, the agency has been working closely with various Libyan ministries, as well as international partners such as the European Union (EU) and the United States of America (USA).

Key Projects

Strengthening North African Capacities

One of the key areas of focus is strengthening North African capacities to safeguard and assist migrants by combating smuggling and human trafficking within irregular migration dynamics. This project is supported by the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

Establishing Forensic Services and Chain of Custody

Another priority area is establishing reliable forensic services and chain of custody in Libya’s justice system to combat drug trafficking and enhance case resolution. The United States of America has provided funding for this project.

Building National Capacity

UNODC is also working with the Ministry of Interior to build Libya’s national capacity to prevent and combat corruption and money laundering, with support from the European Union.

Strengthening Private Sector Integrity

In addition, the agency is supporting various initiatives aimed at strengthening the private sector’s capacity to prevent corruption and enhance integrity in Arab countries. The Siemens Integrity Initiative has provided funding for this project.

Justice for Children

UNODC has also been working on justice for children, ensuring that all children in Libya have access to child-friendly justice. This project has received support from the European Union.

Strengthening Resilience among Youth

Furthermore, the agency is focusing on strengthening resilience among youth against crime, violence, drugs, and related problems in the MENA region. Germany has provided funding for this project.

Impact and Results

According to the agency’s statistics, the number of beneficiaries has increased by 7.24% in 2022 compared to 2021, with a total of 250 people benefiting from its projects. The percentage of female beneficiaries has also increased, reaching 25.36%.

Conclusion

Overall, UNODC’s efforts in Libya aim to contribute to the country’s sustainable development goals, including ensuring that all individuals have access to justice, and promoting transparency, accountability, and integrity.