بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Mr. President, My delegation attaches great importance to combating trafficking in persons and protecting human dignity. Although Iran is not a Party to the Trafficking in Persons Protocol, we have consistently participated constructively in the relevant work of the Conference and its Working Group and support effective international efforts against this serious form of organized crime. Enjoying efficient and robust legislative, judicial and administrative frameworks, the Islamic Republic of Iran has well demonstrated its dedication in effectively combating various forms of crimes particularly trafficking in persons, including by amending the relevant Act of 2004 which underlines the importance of addressing TIP as a serious crime, the perpetration of human trafficking by organized groups, and considering the commission against minors and women as aggravating circumstances. The protection and support of victims is paramount in our anti-trafficking efforts. In Iran, we provide an array of comprehensive support services, including medical treatment, psychosocial counselling, and legal assistance. Our rehabilitation and reintegration centres offer secure environments for victims to recuperate and re-establish their social activities. Mr. President, Our response should be practical and balanced. First, prevention must remain central. Public awareness and disruption of recruitment mechanisms can reduce opportunities for criminal networks before exploitation occurs. Second, competent national authorities need stronger digital, investigative and forensic capacities. The technological gap between criminal networks and law-enforcement agencies, particularly in developing countries, cannot be ignored. Technical assistance should therefore include training, appropriate technology and support for victim identification and digital evidence capabilities. Third, online platforms and digital service providers have an important responsibility. They should take effective measures to prevent the misuse of their services for trafficking-related purposes and cooperate in a timely and meaningful manner with competent national authorities, in accordance with applicable national law and with full respect for national sovereignty and the rule of law. Mr. President, The Islamic Republic of Iran reaffirms its readiness to cooperate constructively with UNODC and Member States in preventing trafficking in persons, disrupting organized criminal networks and protecting human dignity.   I thank you.