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Rati Bregadze to Salome Samadashvili: Whatever Is Written to You, You Will Voice It, and this Is Informal Governance"

"Those referred in my speech personally were Otkhozoria, Tatunashvili, Basharuli. My speech was about the system as a whole and not about one specific person," said the Minister of Justice when asked by Salome Samadashvili, a member of the parliamentary minority, about the former convicted president.

According to Rati Bregadze, Mikheil Saakashvili had 292 visitors during his stay in the 12th and 18th institutions. He enjoyed all rights like all other prisoners. All kinds of medical services were provided, whatever it took. In the same 12th facility, an emergency vehicle was specially on duty to rule out a theoretical chance of deterioration of the prisoner’s health.

"As for written consent, I will give you one piece of advice, Ms. Salome Samadashvili, you know the website of the Legislative Herald, you can open the Detention Code and look at Article 46, and you will answer for yourself whether written consent was needed," said Rati Bregadze.

The Minister also responded to the statement of the opposition MP regarding the informal government: “We have an exchange of views with each other. But it is you who are accustomed to informal governance. You have an elected chairperson here, but decisions are made by a citizen of Ukraine who does not have the right to exercise active or passive suffrage in Georgia. You do not obey the party structure, but a foreign citizen, and if you can give an example of a classic informal government, I will applaud you,’ said Rati Bregadze.

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Showcasing the Winning Project: Digital Academy of Law Technologies from the Ministry of Justice Grant Competition

The Digital Academy of Law Technologies project stands as a beacon of innovation in the legal landscape of Georgia, aiming to equip legal professionals with the essential skills in legal technology. By empowering lawyers with technical prowess, the project endeavors to integrate modern innovative tools into their daily practices, thereby elevating the standards of legal service delivery.

Throughout the theoretical segment of the program, participants will delve into the realm of legal service provision via algorithm-based computer systems, unraveling the intricacies and potentials of this evolving field. Practical workshops will equip attendees with the ability to craft digital solutions, including automated legal consultation bots, contract and lawsuit generation systems, leveraging the Legaltech program Logos and the rulemapping methodology.

Addressing the project's significance, Deputy Minister of Justice of Georgia, Tornike Cheishvili, emphasized its timely relevance, highlighting the transformative impact it promises for the legal profession. The event participants, including Professor Giorgi Khubua from Tbilisi State University, Professor Zviad Gabisonia from the University of Business and Technology, and Project Manager, Natia Sirdadze, provided comprehensive insights into the curriculum and training methodologies.

Associate Professor Lado Sirdadze, representing the University of Business and Technology, offered a detailed overview of the practical modules slated for implementation within the project, emphasizing hands-on learning experiences.

In a testament to international collaboration, the project enjoys partnerships with institutions such as the Oxford University Fintech and LegalTech Society and the German LegalTech company, KnowledgeTools International. Distinguished experts including Professor Stephan Breidenbach, Dr. Tilo Wend, Hatim Hussain, and Daniel Foa will lead lectures alongside Georgian counterparts.

The Ministry of Justice's annual grant competition serves as a catalyst for innovation, aiming to foster the adoption of pioneering services, fortify human rights protection, and enhance legal security. This year, the Ministry awarded funding to 17 deserving projects.