The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) tested an innovative Table-Top-Exercise (TTX) — “Krypton vs Iron” — to simulate how to effectively respond to real-time CBRN disinformation c
“Preventing and Responding to the Use of Chemical Weapons by Non-State Actors for Terrorist Purposes in Indonesia” is a project implemented in Indonesia by the United Nations Office on Drugs
Central Asia witnessed a remarkable test of its preparedness and response capabilities through a meticulously planned tabletop exercise on 21 and 22 May 2024. The exercise was a significant milestone within the framework of Project 87 on "Preparedness and Response for Mass Gatherings and other Health Threats in Central Asia." This is a collaborative effort under the European Union’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE) Initiative.
“Preventing and Responding to the Use of Chemical Weapons by Non-State Actors for Terrorist Purposes in Indonesia” is a project implemented in Indonesia by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in partnership with UNICRI, and in collaboration with the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), and the International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL).
Although chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) events are relatively rare, it is crucial that Member States are adequately prepared for their occurrence given the potentially massive impact. International cooperation and exchange of knowledge and expertise in the area of CBRN response are therefore crucial to ensure a proper response during a crisis situation.
Male-dominated leadership in the chemical field makes career progression more difficult for women.
Organised crime produces significant amounts of illicit revenue and proceeds globally and in Europe. Georgia has implemented impressive reform measures to combat corruption, organised crime and Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) in the country, providing a positive example for the region. Despite this progress, Georgia still deals with certain criminality inside the country.
On 1 March 2021, UNICRI and Global Affairs Canada signed a multi-year agreement for the implementation of the project “CONTACT – Southeast Asia – Enhancing capacities to prevent the trafficking of radiological and nuclear (RN) material in Southeast Asia.”
The European Union Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Centres of Excellence (EU CBRN CoE) Regional Secretariat for Central Asia convened its 20th Round Table Meeting on 7 March 2024 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The meeting was a pivotal platform for fostering collaboration, exchanging insights, and strategizing initiatives to enhance CBRN safety and security in the Central Asia region.
The United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) tested an innovative Table-Top-Exercise (TTX) — “Krypton vs Iron” — to simulate how to effectively respond to real-time CBRN disinformation campaigns.
In a proactive effort to combat the spread of disinformation pertaining to chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear issues, the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI) conducted a comprehensive two-day in-person training session in Astana, Kazakhstan, on September 26-27, 2023, within the framework of EU’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Risk Mitigation Centres of Excellence (CoE) Initiative.