A delegation of the National Ethnic Affairs Commission of the People’s Republic of China visited the Sagarejo Public Service Hall, where they were introduced to the Public Service Hall’s concept, operational model, and services by Deputy Minister of Justice Lana Morgoshia and Chairman of the Public Service Hall Vakhtang Zhvania.

The discussion focused on the importance of ensuring access to public services for Georgia’s non-Georgian-speaking population as an essential component of civil integration, as well as on the mechanisms implemented to facilitate such access. Lia Gigauri, First Deputy State Minister of Georgia for Reconciliation and Civil Equality, provided the delegation with additional information on these initiatives.

The visit of the delegation aims to further strengthen cooperation within the framework of the strategic partnership between Georgia and China.

The delegation, headed by Commissioner Qin Yiqi, is visiting Georgia at the invitation of the Office of the State Minister for Reconciliation and Civil Equality.

The Minister of Justice of Georgia, Paata Salia, met with the Director General of the Council of Europe for Human Rights and the Rule of Law, Gianluca Esposito, to discuss issues of mutual cooperation.

The parties highlighted the strong and effective partnership between Georgia and the Council of Europe, particularly in the areas of human rights, the rule of law, and democratic governance.

The meeting was attended by First Deputy Minister of Justice Beka Dzamashvili and Georgia’s Permanent Representative to the Council of Europe, Khatia Tsilosani.

Paata Salia is in Strasbourg to participate in the Council of Europe Ministerial Conference. During the event, the Minister delivered a speech and shared Georgia’s experience in combating and preventing financial crime with representatives of the Council of Europe member states.

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.

As part of the official visit of the Prime Minister and members of the Georgian Government to Kyrgyzstan, the Minister of Justice of Georgia met with his Kyrgyz counterpart.

Paata Salia and Ayaz Baetov discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and deepen institutional cooperation between the two countries.

The meeting focused on Georgia’s successful reforms in the areas of the rule of law, human rights protection, and improved access to public services. The Georgian side reaffirmed its readiness to share experience in the digital transformation of the justice system and the implementation of modern technological solutions.

The Ministers also exchanged views on future cooperation, including initiatives in crime prevention, the resocialization and rehabilitation of offenders, and the strengthening of the probation system.

As part of the official visit of the Georgian Prime Minister's delegation to Kyrgyzstan, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Ministries of Justice of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan.

The document was signed by the Minister of Justice of Georgia, Paata Salia, and the Minister of Justice of Kyrgyzstan, Ayaz Baetov.

The memorandum provides for enhanced cooperation between the two countries in areas including the harmonization of national legislation with international standards; improving access to public services through the introduction of digital and mobile services; crime prevention; the re-socialization and rehabilitation of offenders; notarial services; mediation; and other areas of mutual interest.

Prior to the signing ceremony, a meeting was held between the Ministers of Justice of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan.

"Several areas were identified in which we will actively cooperate with the Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan. During my meeting with my Kyrgyz counterpart, we agreed to establish working groups to exchange experience and best practices in the fields of public services, as well as penitentiary and probation systems. Kyrgyzstan has made significant progress in the areas of de-bureaucratization and digital transformation. We believe that our cooperation with our Kyrgyz colleagues will be productive and mutually beneficial," said Paata Salia.

During the visit, memorandums of cooperation were also signed between several ministries of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan. In addition, the second session of the Georgia–Kyrgyzstan Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was held.

The Georgian delegation, led by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, is paying its first official visit to Kyrgyzstan. The delegation also includes Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Maka Bochorishvili, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili, Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture Davit Songulashvili, and Head of the Government Administration Levan Zhorzholiani.