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Štucin

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  1. “Such approaches have to be human rights- and gender- based, as criminal activities significantly affect women and their safety. By addressing these issues, we can contribute to preventing the emergence and growth of criminal networks. Significant progress has been achieved in countering transnational organized crime in the past 20 years. Now is the time to use all the experience and knowledge we have gathered and upgrade current approaches to effectively counter modern, continuously changing forms of transnational organized crime.”

    2023-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9497 (2023) · source

  2. “But the impacts of illegal trade also lead to deforestation, pollution, environmental degradation and loss of biodiversity, and they therefore further affect climate and the food and water security of local communities. New types of environmental crime related to water management are of particular concern to us. As an example of good practice, Slovenia’s criminal code recognizes environmental damage, waste and hazardous- substances disposal, illegal handling of protected wild animal and plant species and pollution of drinking water as a criminal offence. Addressing the root causes of transnational organized crime is of crucial importance. Slovenia advocates for a holistic approach that includes tackling social and economic inequalities and promoting inclusive development and gender equality.”

    2023-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9497 (2023) · source

  3. “Ensuring increased accessibility to such initiatives for vulnerable groups is crucial, with a specific focus on strengthening support for children and their families. Following a Slovenian resolution on early prevention, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime has developed the so-called CHAMPS programme to enhance children’s resilience against drug use, which we strongly support. Finally, allow me to raise Slovenia’s concern over the long-lasting effects of transnational environmental crime. The illegal exploitation of natural resources leads to corruptive practices, human rights violations, tensions over the distribution of natural resources and an increased threat for violent conflict.”

    2023-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9497 (2023) · source

  4. “Prioritizing, preventing and combating trafficking needs a comprehensive approach, including supporting and assisting victims, fighting the root causes and supporting countries of origin in developing appropriate anti-trafficking legislation. We believe that enhanced collaboration among Member States, regional organizations and the United Nations is crucial in tackling the cross-border dimensions of organized crime. Secondly, we must do more to prevent crimes before they occur. I firmly believe that empowering our children and youth to become free and resilient individuals is a key strategy in combating various criminal activities. To achieve that, prioritizing prevention and early intervention programmes that enhance social and emotional competencies is of paramount importance.”

    2023-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9497 (2023) · source

  5. “But organized crime still continues to persist as a major threat to peace and security, while traditional ways of preventing and combating it are being challenged as never before. In that respect, I would like to make the following points. First, the interconnected nature of transnational organized crime represents a significant threat to international peace and security. There is an urgent need for a comprehensive and collaborative approach, along with strengthened international cooperation. Drug trafficking continues to be one of the most profitable income-generating opportunities for organized criminal groups. We need to focus on strengthening cooperation, especially with regard to addressing transnational organized crime pertaining to drugs and trafficking in human beings.”

    2023-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9497 (2023) · source

  6. “Mr. Štucin (Slovenia): I would like to thank Ecuador for organizing today’s debate, and the briefers for their insightful briefings. Organized crime often thrives in conflict situations, capitalizing on the absence of effective law enforcement and exploiting the vulnerabilities of weak or non-functional State institutions. Consequently, the presence of organized criminal activities has the potential to undermine stability and the rule of law, thereby deepening and prolonging conflicts. It has been 20 years since the Palermo Convention was adopted. Together with its Protocols and international drug control instruments, the United Nations Convention against Corruption and instruments against terrorism remain the cornerstone in our fight against transnational organized crime.”

    2023-12-07 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9497 (2023) · source