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Ministry of Justice Shares Georgia's Visa Liberalization Experience with Armenian Government Delegation
The Ministry of Justice of Georgia welcomed a delegation from the Republic of Armenia. During the visit, the Georgian side provided valuable insights into its journey towards visa liberalization with the European Union (EU), discussing the steps undertaken by the Ministry of Justice, potential challenges encountered, and the notable progress achieved.
Conversations delved into various aspects of Georgia's implementation of the action plan for visa-free travel with the EU. Key topics included the security measures surrounding documentation, reforms spearheaded by the State Services Development Agency, the comprehensive strategy for combatting human trafficking, and the pivotal role of the interagency council overseen by the Minister of Justice. Additionally, discussions touched upon Georgia's migration management policies and stressed the significance of a cohesive coordination mechanism in this domain.
The meeting was attended by the representatives of the International Relations and Legal Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Justice and the State Services Development Agency.
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Competition Announced for the Selection of Georgian Candidates for Judges of the European Court of Human Rights
A competition has been announced for the selection of candidates from Georgia for the position of Judge of the European Court of Human Rights. The competition will be conducted in accordance with the rules approved by Order No. 1139 of the Minister of Justice of Georgia, dated 17 December 2025.
Candidates selected through the competition will be nominated on behalf of Georgia to participate in the election of Judges of the European Court of Human Rights of the Council of Europe, to be held in 2026.
The competition requirements are available at the following link.
Interested applicants must submit their applications no later than 19 January 2026.
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