"LIBER AMICORUM - Mindia Ugrekhelidze 80" - is the name of the book, which tells the reader about the life and work of distinguished Georgian lawyer, academician Mindia Ugrekhelidze. The presentation of the book was dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the scientist.

Documentary and archival material presented in the book, in addition to biographical details, reflect the recent history of the Georgian state and law. Together with the turning points in the history of diplomacy and the development of various branches of Georgian legal science, the book revives the path that was opened for Georgia in the European legal space after gaining independence. Mindia Ugrekhelidze was the first Georgian judge of the European Court of Human Rights and one of the founders of Georgia's legal cooperation with this leading institution of the Council of Europe. At various times, he was the Chairperson of the Supreme Court of Georgia, a member of the World Association of Lawyers, the International Association of Criminal Law and the Venice Commission, as well as an expert of the Tbilisi political school operating in the Council of Europe since 2009.

Today, Mindia Ugrekhelidze continues the development of Georgian legal science as an advisor to the Minister in the Ministry of Justice. He is the editor of the Ministry's bilingual scientific journal - Iustitia, the goal of which is to develop science-based legislation and deepen academic discussion on legal issues. The famous scientist actively participates in the law-making process in attracting scientific potential, which is one of the priorities of the Ministry of Justice. Minister of Justice, Rati Bregadze spoke about the importance of this cooperation at the presentation of the book.

"Mr. Ugrekhelidze played one of the leading roles in the construction of the modern Georgian legal state; He is the educator of several generations of Georgian lawyers and leaves an indelible mark on the development of Georgian law. The first judge of the European Court of Human Rights directly participated in the formation of European values, and we can confidently say that Mr. Mindia Ugrekhelidze is the embodiment of a person who is "Georgian and, therefore, European". We were always honored to receive advices from Mr. Mindia Ugrekhelidze. I want to congratulate you on your anniversary and wish you all the best," said the Minister of Justice.

The book was prepared for publication by Professor, Beka Kantaria of the Caucasus International University. The presentation was organized by the Ministry of Justice of Georgia and supported by the Caucasus International University. The event was attended by members of the executive, legislative and judicial authorities; representatives of scientific circles; as well as students of Mindia Ugrekhelidze.