Paata Salia shared Georgia’s experience in combating financial crimes with participants of the Council of Europe Ministerial. The Minister of Justice of Georgia delivered a speech addressing the challenges of preventing and countering money laundering and other financial crimes.

He spoke about Georgia’s mechanisms for combating money laundering, noting that their effectiveness is essential for upholding the rule of law, strengthening economic security, and maintaining public trust in democratic institutions.

The Minister emphasized the importance of close cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the judiciary to ensure the early detection of financial crimes. He noted that such crimes are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often involving virtual assets and other emerging financial technologies. In this context, he highlighted the need to strengthen the capacities of professionals working in the field of economic crime and to deepen cooperation with international partners.

The Georgian delegation also includes First Deputy Minister of Justice Beka Dzamashvili and Georgia’s Permanent Representative to the Council of Europe, Khatia Tsilosani.

Within the framework of the Week dedicated to the rights of persons with disabilities, the Ministry of Justice conducted a large-scale information campaign, including a public lecture held at Kutaisi International University.

The event was opened by Deputy Minister of Justice Merab Turava and the Executive Director/Rector of Kutaisi International University, Vakhtang Tsagareli. In his remarks, the Deputy Minister emphasized that the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities and ensuring access to public services remain key priorities of the Ministry of Justice.

The Ministry actively applies the principle of reasonable accommodation and supports the inclusion of more than 100 employees with disabilities within the justice system.

Representatives of the Ministry of Justice delivered presentations to students on key topics, including the rights of persons with disabilities under national and international legal frameworks, the principle of reasonable accommodation, and appropriate etiquette when interacting with persons with disabilities.

Similar events dedicated to the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities were held across all agencies within the Ministry of Justice system.