The 29th Annual Conference of the International Association of Prosecutors (IAP) commenced in Baku on 29th September 2024, bringing together prosecutors from 97 countries.

Seven prosecutors, along with Assistant Prosecutor General Uz. Hussain Nashid, represented our office at the conference. This participation is made possible with the support from UNICEF، UNDP and the government of the United Kingdom.

This year’s conference is themed  "The Role of Prosecutors in Upholding the Rule of Law.” It covers a wide range of topics, including procedural equality, sentencing practices, victims' and witnesses' rights, inter-agency collaboration, transparency, public trust, and the challenges posed by technological advancements in the digital age.

Senior Public Prosecutor Mariyam Shahuma delivered a presentation in one of the workshops highlighting the initiatives undertaken by our office in recent years to improve victim support services in the Maldives Criminal Justice System.

As we continue to engage with our international partners, we are excited about the prospect of hosting an IAP Regional Conference in the Maldives in the near future. 

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our partners; UNICEF and UNDP for their unwavering support. We also express our gratitude to the IAP and the Azerbaijan Prosecution Office for their exceptional hospitality and seamless arrangements throughout the conference.