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Monday, 08 January, 2024

Ministry of Justice of Georgia Will Host the United Nations Public Services Forum in 2026

The possibility of holding the UN Public Services Forum in Georgia was discussed at the meeting held in the United States between Minister of Justice of Georgia, Rati Bregadze and the Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations. The United Nations Organization informed the Ministry of Justice of Georgia with an official letter confirming these prospects.

UN Deputy Secretary General, Li Junhua thanks the Ministry of Justice of Georgia for the support of public administration.

"We thank you for your support in strengthening public administration as an effective mechanism for sustainable development, and we look forward to working with the Government of Georgia to organize the 2026 Forum," states the letter.

Rati Bregadze met UN Deputy Secretary General, Li Junhua within the framework of his official visit to the United States of America in December 2023. The Minister of Justice of Georgia emphasized that fast, efficient and user-friendly public services are the calling card of the Ministry of Justice and the Government of Georgia; The agency is constantly improving its accessibility, including through the introduction of digital and innovative technologies.

From 800 to 1,000 representatives from different countries participate in the UN Public Service Forum every year, including government leaders, leading politicians and representatives of various sectors. Within the framework of the forum, participants discuss modern challenges, innovative practices and opportunities for strategic development in the direction of public services.

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Deputy Ministers of Justice Meet with the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights

Deputy Ministers of Justice, Beka Dzamashvili and Niko Tatulashvili held a meeting today with the Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Michael O'Flaherty.

The discussion highlighted the strong and effective partnership between Georgia’s Ministry of Justice and the institutions of the Council of Europe. Key topics included the execution of Strasbourg Court decisions, crime prevention and probation, enforcement of sentences, combating human trafficking, and drug policy, among other areas.

Particular attention was given to the significant reduction in cases pending against Georgia at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) and notable advancements in safeguarding the rights of prisoners within the Georgian penitentiary system.

The meeting, hosted at the Ministry of Justice, was attended by Head of the Special Penitentiary Service, Nika Tskharashvili, Head of the Department of International Relations and Legal Cooperation of the Ministry of Justice, Ketevan Sarajishvili, Director of the Office of the Commissioner for Human Rights, Giancarlo Cardinale, and the Commissioner's Advisors Agata Neibogi and Romer Lemaître.

Concluding the meeting, both parties reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining and enhancing this fruitful collaboration.

The Ministry of Justice remains dedicated to working closely with the Council of Europe within the framework of the 2024-2027 Action Plan for Cooperation between Georgia and the Council of Europe.

Irakli Beraia Appointed as Deputy Minister of Justice

Minister of Justice Anri Okhanashvili has appointed Irakli Beraia to the position of Deputy Minister.

Irakli Beraia is a professional economist and a graduate of the Faculty of Economics at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, where he earned his degree with honors. Beraia brings extensive experience in legislative work, having served as a member of the 9th, 10th, and 11th convocations of the Parliament of Georgia.

Prior to his political career, Beraia achieved notable success in the banking sector.

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