The Minister of Justice met with UN Resident Coordinator Didier Tghébiuk to discuss prospects for future cooperation.

During the meeting, Paata Salia highlighted the longstanding and productive partnership between the Ministry of Justice and the United Nations in advancing human rights protection, as demonstrated by numerous joint projects and reforms implemented over the years.

The Minister expressed hope that cooperation within the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework would continue to deepen during the 2026–2030 period and contribute to the achievement of tangible results. He noted that the Ministry of Justice of Georgia actively participates in the work of both the Steering Committee and all three results-oriented working groups established under the framework.

Paata Salia also outlined the Ministry’s key priorities, emphasizing its ongoing efforts to strengthen human rights protection and develop modern, citizen-centered public services. He noted that the Ministry continuously introduces innovative technologies and modern solutions to improve the quality and accessibility of services provided to citizens. Particular attention, he added, is devoted to maintaining high standards of human rights protection within the penitentiary system.

The Minister of Justice also invited the UN Resident Coordinator to attend the UN Public Service Forum, which will be hosted in Tbilisi on June 23–25 this year.

The meeting was also attended by First Deputy Minister of Justice Beka Dzamashvili and Head of the Department of International Relations and Legal Cooperation Ketevan Sarajishvili.

Georgia's Minister of Justice, Paata Salia, met with Mustafa Türker Arı, Ambassador of Turkey to Georgia, to discuss the strong cooperation between the two countries in civil and criminal matters, as well as their joint efforts to combat transnational organized crime.

During the meeting, the Minister emphasized that expanding cooperation into new areas would facilitate the exchange of expertise and strengthen joint efforts in the fields of justice, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights.

Paata Salia expressed his readiness to meet with his Turkish counterpart to explore new avenues and mechanisms for sectoral cooperation.

The Minister also invited the Turkish delegation to attend the United Nations Public Service Forum, which will be hosted in Tbilisi from 23 to 25 June 2026.

The meeting was attended by First Deputy Minister of Justice Beka Dzamashvili and Ketevan Sarajishvili, Head of the Department of International Relations and Legal Cooperation.

The Minister of Justice congratulated enforcement police officers on their professional day. Paata Salia highlighted the importance of resolving cases through settlement and noted that the mission of the enforcement police extends beyond the swift and effective resolution of legal disputes. He emphasized that their primary objective is to protect the interests of all parties involved and achieve mutually agreed outcomes whenever possible.

According to the Minister, the effectiveness of this approach is reflected in the 2025 results, with more than 80 percent of cases being resolved amicably and on a voluntary basis.

Together with the Chairman of the National Bureau of Enforcement, the Minister awarded special state distinctions to employees in recognition of their high professionalism, outstanding service, and exceptional contribution to their work. He also thanked them for their dedication and conscientious performance of their official duties.

The Minister of Justice attended the presentation of Zviad Gabisonia's book - "Digital Governance and Legal Technologies". Paata Salia addressed the participants of the presentation. The Minister emphasized the role of the Ministry of Justice in the process of the country's digital transformation; spoke about the challenges arising from the development of technologies and focused on such topical issues as: the introduction of artificial intelligence in the field of state services, justice and property rights and the legal regulation of this process; the importance of the development of new fields of law - technology law, Internet law, social networks and social media regulatory norms, etc.

The event was also addressed by Givi Mikanadze, Minister of Education, Science and Youth, Tea Akhvlediani, State Minister for Reconciliation and Civil Equality, and Jaba Samushia, Rector of Tbilisi State University.

The presentation was attended by Deputy Ministers of Justice, members of the executive and legislative branches, and representatives of scientific and academic circles.

The book deals with the issues of introducing artificial intelligence into the justice and education systems and was preceded by an online lecture course “Artificial Intelligence and Technology Law”, which was prepared within the framework of a grant program funded by the Ministry of Justice.

The Minister of Justice and the Director of the Legal Aid Service discussed issues related to interagency cooperation. During the introductory meeting, Otar Chakhunashvili and Paata Salia reviewed joint projects implemented by the Ministry of Justice and the Legal Aid Service.

The parties noted the effective cooperation between the agencies within the framework of projects such as systematic land registration, raising legal awareness among probationers and conditionally convicted persons, and monitoring the legal status of inmates in penitentiary institutions.

The Director of the Legal Aid Service presented the agency’s future plans to the Minister of Justice and the Head of the Special Penitentiary Service, Giorgi Pataridze.

The parties also agreed on specific areas for further deepening cooperation, with a focus on enhancing human rights protection standards.

Laituri Penitentiary Institution to Be Equipped with Sports Fields and a Cinema. Minister of Justice Paata Salia, together with Deputy Minister Lana Morgoshia and Head of the Special Penitentiary Service Giorgi Pataridze, visited Laituri Penitentiary Institution No. 1 to review its infrastructure and planned development projects.

In the near future, the institution will be equipped with a cinema, as well as volleyball, basketball, and football fields. These new facilities will further support the resocialization and rehabilitation of inmates by creating additional educational, cultural, and sporting opportunities.

Laituri Penitentiary Institution is Georgia’s first small-scale correctional facility built in accordance with the highest modern standards. Its contemporary infrastructure ensures the safe and effective management of inmates from different categories. Male and female inmates are housed within the same complex but remain fully separated in compliance with all relevant security standards.

The facility includes a range of spaces designed to meet the needs of inmates, including a digital university where they can attend online lectures and pursue higher education. The institution also features areas for short-term, long-term, and video visits, all adapted for persons with disabilities. A Public Service Hall has been opened to provide services for both staff and inmates. In addition, the medical unit is fully equipped with the necessary inventory and equipment, while individual exercise and rehabilitation spaces have been arranged for inmates in every section.

One of the key priorities of the Ministry of Justice of Georgia and the Special Penitentiary Service is the gradual replacement of large-scale prisons with smaller penitentiary institutions built to modern standards. Laituri Penitentiary Institution No. 1 is a clear example of this approach, offering a safe, dignified, and modern environment fully adapted to the needs of both inmates and staff.

The Ministry of Justice Celebrated Georgia’s Independence Day in Zugdidi. On May 26, The Ministry of Justice celebrated Georgia's Independence Day in Zugdidi.

As part of the festivities, citizens had the opportunity to view exhibitions of Defense Forces armaments, special equipment presented by the Special Penitentiary Service and the Public Registry, as well as installations organized by the National Archives. Visitors were also able to take commemorative photos in specially arranged spaces and receive symbolic passports, birth certificates, and marriage certificates.

The event also featured an exhibition and sale of works created by convicts and "re-market".

At 17:10 — the exact time of the declaration of Georgia’s independence — the Georgian national anthem was symbolically performed, and the celebration concluded with a grand gala concert.

The Ministry of Justice once again congratulates Georgia on Independence Day!

For 1,700 years, faith has strengthened us, and love has united us.

This day is ours!