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Georgia and Switzerland Sign A Memorandum of Understanding on Migration Issues
A memorandum of understanding on migration issues was signed today between Georgia and Switzerland.
The Memorandum is the first agreement between the two countries, which comprehensively regulates the movement of population between Georgia and the Swiss Confederation.
The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Minister of Justice of Georgia, Rati Bregadze and Minister of Justice and Interior of Switzerland (Federal Adviser), Karin Keller-Sutter.
"This is the first agreement under which we will jointly promote the development of legal migration. We had a very interesting, warm and fruitful meeting. In June we will start taking practical steps, the Georgian delegation will visit the Swiss Confederation and we will begin to deepen cooperation in migration, as well as in all other areas for which the Ministry of Justice is responsible," - said Rati Bregadze.
The cooperation document will facilitate legal migration programs; Strengthen the protection of migrants' rights, ensure the management of migration movements and prevent illegal migration.
Rati Bregadze and Karin Keller-Sutter discussed ongoing projects and initiatives for EU integration, prospects of strengthening penitentiary and probation systems, and providing effective public services. During the meeting, joint activities were planned to share experiences between employees in these areas.