UN Counter-Terrorism Centre

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UN Counter-Terrorism Centre

Terrorism in all its forms and manifestations remains a global challenge to peace and security.

The path to becoming a centre of excellence plays a central role in the vision of UN Counter-Terrorism Centre.

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UN Counter-Terrorism Centre promotes international counter-terrorism cooperation and supports Member States.

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Guidance on the work of the Counter-Terrorism Centre is provided by our Advisory Board and chaired by Saudi Arabia.

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The Executive Director of UNCCT is the Under-Secretary-General for Counter-Terrorism Vladimir Voronkov.

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UNCCT was established through a contribution of Saudi Arabia. It continues to diversify its resources.

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UNCCT implements programmes and projects on a global, regional and national level to counter terrorism.

Considerable emphasis is placed on the need for effective monitoring and evaluation of the impact of UNCCT projects.

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Find recent statements, briefings and remarks from UN Counter-Terrorism Centre officials as delivered.

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Find key United Nations counter-terrorism documents related to the work on the UN Counter-Terrorism Centre.

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