24 – 26 June 2025, Islamabad – As part of the European Union-funded Deliver Justice Project in Balochistan, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) conducted a comprehensive three-day training workshop on “Strengthening Legal Practice in Balochistan: Ethical and Effective Legal Representation” from 24 to 26 June 2025.. The initiative aimed to strengthen legal system of…
21 April 2025, Quetta – As part of the Balochistan Deliver Justice Project, funded by the European Union, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) continues its efforts to modernize governance systems within the province’s justice sector. In this context, a 3-day consultative session was held in Quetta from 15 to 17 April…
21 April 2025, Quetta – United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) concluded an intensive training course aimed at bolstering the capacity of the Balochistan Police as first responders to crime scenes. Funded under the European Union’s Deliver Justice Project, the training focused on essential areas of criminal investigation, crime scene management, forensic evidence…
9 April 2025, Quetta – Effective coordination between investigation and prosecution is crucial for ensuring fair and efficient criminal justice. To reinforce this cooperation, UNODC, under the EU-funded ‘Deliver Justice Project’, organized a workshop in Quetta on April 9, 2025. The workshop aimed to advance the implementation of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that was…
12 June 2024, Quetta – UNODC is working in partnership with the provincial Government of Balochistan to enhance the rule of law reforms across the entire criminal justice system, aiming to deliver fair and equitable justice while upholding citizens’ rights and security. The Government of Balochistan has made significant progress in recent years by implementing…
3 June 2024, Islamabad – The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) recently concluded a training program for police staff deployed at the Smart Police Stations in Balochistan. Funded by the European Union (EU) under its ‘Deliver Justice Project’, the training was conducted in two spells of two days each from 28-31 May,…
21 May 2024, Islamabad – In every society’s criminal justice system, police investigators and public prosecutors serve as essential pillars. They collaborate to gather evidence, file First Information Reports (FIRs), and ensure legal diligence in case of acceptance or rejection. Consistent communication and collaboration between these two key pillars — police and prosecution — is…
17 May 2024, Islamabad – A legal system that functions fairly requires equal access for all. Gender disaggregated data reveals potential biases or barriers faced by specific genders in accessing criminal justice services. For example, does a lack of female police officers deter women from reporting crimes? Does a legal system cater to the specific…
14 May 2024, Islamabad – Forensic science is a dynamic field that is continuously evolving, which makes it significant for investigators and prosecutors to keep pace with the latest advancements. Application of modern methods like fingerprint analysis, DNA testing, and digital forensics is critical in the collection of objective evidence to ensure the delivery of…
2 May 2024, Quetta – In a landmark step towards enhancing the delivery of gender responsive policing services and addressing gender-based violence (GBV), the Balochistan Police has established gender facilitation desks in 15 smart police stations across the district in Quetta. The initiative is funded by the U.S. Embassy’s Office of International Narcotics and Law…