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The Ministry of Justice Launches New "Smart Contract" Service for Citizens

The National Agency of Public Registry, under the Ministry of Justice, has introduced a cutting-edge service: the Smart Contract system.

This system redefines traditional transaction processes, allowing payment and property registration to happen simultaneously. Buyers and sellers can now finalize sales agreements remotely by signing them digitally through any internet-connected device. Additionally, the Smart Contract enables users to register a mortgage using the same method.

This innovative solution holds particular significance for Georgian expatriates, as it allows them to purchase real estate in Georgia directly—without requiring intermediaries or powers of attorney.

Citizens interested in using this service can schedule a virtual meeting with an agency representative via the official website at www.napr.gov.ge.

Justice Minister Rati Bregadze recently introduced the Smart Contract system to members of the executive branch, the National Bank president, and financial sector representatives. During the event, David Devidze, Chairperson of the National Agency of Public Registry, presented a comprehensive demonstration of the new system.

Prominent attendees included Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Levan Davitashvili, Foreign Minister Ilia Darchiashvili, National Bank President Natia Turnava, Parliament members, the Public Defender, the Business Association president, and representatives from the Ministry of Justice, the National Agency of Public Registry, and other distinguished guests. Key stakeholders in the Smart Contract initiative, such as commercial banks, real estate developers, and World Bank members, were also present.

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Strasbourg Court Confirms Davit Kezerashvili’s Guilt in Embezzling Georgian Army Funds, Rejects Claims of Political Persecution

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) has issued its decision in the case of Davit Kezerashvili v. Georgia. At a briefing, Justice Minister Anri Okhanashvili discussed the ruling, which upheld the verdict against Kezerashvili.

“The Court concluded that, while serving as Defense Minister shortly before the August 2008 war, Davit Kezerashvili embezzled €5,060,000 (approximately 15 million GEL at today's exchange rate) intended for the Georgian army. It also determined there was no political persecution involved in his prosecution. The Supreme Court of Georgia's verdict finding Kezerashvili guilty was deemed well-founded, and no violation of the presumption of innocence was found,” Okhanashvili stated.

Okhanashvili outlined the fraudulent activities carried out by Kezerashvili:

"During his tenure as Defense Minister, Kezerashvili unlawfully signed a fictitious agreement with an offshore company in a single day to provide combat training for the Georgian army. This agreement bypassed the General Staff of the Defense Forces. In reality, no training occurred, and the €5,060,000 allocated for the Georgian army was deliberately misappropriated."

Anri Okhanashvili emphasized that the Court also dismissed Kezerashvili’s demand for €15,000 in moral damages. Kezerashvili, who enriched himself by defrauding the Georgian army, sought additional compensation for moral damage. The Strasbourg Court firmly rejected this claim. It confirmed the seriousness of Kezerashvili’s crime and upheld the Supreme Court of Georgia's ruling as lawful.

The Justice Minister congratulated the Georgian state and armed forces on their success in the European Court and acknowledged those who defended Georgia’s interests:


“I congratulate the Georgian state, army, and people on this significant victory. I extend my gratitude to the Ministry of Justice staff and the Prosecutor’s Office for their dedicated work. We now look forward to seeing how our European partners, particularly those who previously characterized Kezerashvili as a media advocate, respond to this decision affirming his guilt,” Okhanashvili remarked.