The workshop centered on presenting Eurojust’s mandate and activities to UAE counterparts, while discussing the respective roles in international judicial cooperation, cybercrime, money laundering, and asset recovery. Eurojust’s representatives shared their knowledge and experience, emphasizing the critical importance of cooperation and coordination in tackling complex, cross-border crimes. The event also served as a platform for constructive dialogue and knowledge exchange. By exploring ways to enhance collaboration, participants sought to identify opportunities for more effective cooperation between the UAE and EU Member States in combating organised crime.

The workshop is a key deliverable under the framework of the 8th UAE–EU Structural Dialogue on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT). This dialogue aims to strengthen cooperation between the UAE and the EU in the areas of anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism.

In Abu Dhabi, the Eurojust delegation, led by Vice-President José de la Mata, also took part in several high-level meetings, including discussions with the UAE Minister of Justice Abdullah Al Nuaimi, the EU Ambassador to the UAE Lucie Berger as well as Ambassadors and representatives from EU Member States.

Eurojust's collaboration with the UAE is part of its broader efforts to strengthen cooperation with third countries, and to promote the rule of law and justice globally. The workshop was supported by the CTJUST project.