It cooperates with a network of international and regional institutions, allowing for a more comprehensive approach and an exchange of expertise. The Centre also defines and promotes internationally recognized principles in such areas as independence of the judiciary, protection of victims, alternatives to imprisonment, treatment of prisoners, police use of force, mutual legal assistance and extradition. More than 100 countries have relied on its criminal justice standards and norms for the elaboration of national legislation and policies in matters of crime prevention and criminal justice, leading to a common foundation in the fight against international crime that respects human rights. CICP promotes the fundamental principles of maintenance of the rule of law through national, regional and interregional activities. The technical cooperation activities of the Centre focus particular attention on developing countries, and countries in transition.
Corruption is a complex social, political and economic phenomenon.
The smuggling of migrants and the trafficking of human beings for prostitution and slave labour are two of the fastest growing global problems in recent years. Recent studies show the increased involvement of organized crime groups. The Global Programme against Trafficking in Human Beings will enable countries of origin, transit and destination to develop joint strategies and practical action against human trading. Criminal groups have established international networks to better carry out their activities both in licit and illicit markets by employing sophisticated technology and diverse modus operandi. The Global Programme against Transnational Organized Crime maps the latest trends of organized criminal groups and highlights their potential worldwide danger so that preventive action can take place.