The Interagency Task Force for Free and Fair Elections (IATF) was established in accordance with the Election Code. Its primary aim is to prevent violations of election legislation by public servants and respond to any infractions. The commission is chaired by Minister of Justice, Rati Bregadze.

The second session of the IATF focused on demonstrating election technologies. Representatives from the CEC presented on the use of electronic technologies in the voting process. Additionally, the session included a discussion on the dissemination of information in the media during the monitoring of the election environment.

During its first session, the commission reviewed a report from the State Services Development Agency concerning the completion of the election lists.

In its efforts to monitor the election environment, the IATF will examine information disseminated by the media, as well as data provided by political unions and monitoring organizations. The IATF will formulate recommendations to address identified incidents, thereby promoting a free and fair election environment.

Citizens can report issues within the IATF's jurisdiction via email at iatf@justice.gov.ge or through the hotline: (+995) 599 85 0011.

The session was chaired by Minister of Justice Rati Bregadze, with participation from IATF members including Deputy Ministers of Justice, Internal Affairs, Foreign Affairs, Finance, Defense, Regional Development and Infrastructure, Education, Science and Youth, IDPs from Occupied Territories, Labor, Health and Social Protection, as well as heads of the General Prosecutor's Office, the Special Investigation Service, the State Security Service, the City Hall of Tbilisi Municipality, the State Audit Service, and the Central Election Commission.

The IATF will operate until the Central Election Commission officially publishes the final election results.

In accordance with the Law of Georgia "On the Infrastructure of National Spatial Data," the government has established a coordination council led by the Ministry of Justice, with the National Agency of Public Registry serving as the coordinator.

Today, the Public Registry hosted an event to mark the creation of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI). Representatives from all ministries and relevant agencies attended. The primary goal of the meeting was to outline an action plan for the coordination council.

The event was inaugurated by the First Deputy Minister of Justice, Tamar Tkeshelashvili.

"The state's objective is twofold: to create a national spatial data infrastructure and to ensure its compatibility with the Infrastructure for Spatial Information in the European Community (INSPIRE). All agencies will work closely together to achieve this," said the First Deputy Minister.

Chairperson of the Public Registry Agency, David Devidze provided detailed information on the importance of the national spatial infrastructure and the development of the geoportal. He explained that spatial data producers will upload and make publicly available spatial data for Georgia on the portal. Consequently, state agencies and citizens will have one-stop access to authentic data from all spatial data producers in the country.

The proper functioning of the national spatial infrastructure is vital for the advancement of e-government and public administration. It plays a crucial role in the optimal and effective management of fire and traffic incidents, natural disasters, crisis and rescue operations, and environmental risk assessments. The availability of standardized data on the geoportal will help optimize process management for both the state and the private sector.

An international conference on Crime Prevention, Non-custodial Sentences, and Probation was inaugurated in Tbilisi on July 25, coinciding with the Day of Crime Prevention. The conference aims to enhance inter-agency cooperation in crime prevention and probation, promote the professional development of specialists in the field, and facilitate the exchange of information about existing services and resources.

An international conference on Crime Prevention, Non-custodial Sentences, and Probation was inaugurated in Tbilisi on July 25, coinciding with the Day of Crime Prevention. The conference aims to enhance inter-agency cooperation in crime prevention and probation, promote the professional development of specialists in the field, and facilitate the exchange of information about existing services and resources.

Minister of Justice, Rati Bregadze, opened the conference, followed by a welcome speech from Lado Kheladze, Head of the Agency for Crime Prevention, Non-custodial Sentences Enforcement, and Probation. Other notable speakers included Deputy Ministers from various sectors, such as labor, health, social protection of IDPs from the occupied territories of Georgia, internal affairs, education, science, and youth. Additionally, the Advisor to the Prime Minister on Human Rights Protection and the Chairperson of the Human Rights Protection and Civil Integration Committee of the Parliament of Georgia addressed the attendees.

A representative from the European Confederation presented a research report on Georgia's probation system, highlighting that "the probation system and its activities in Georgia are strongly developed, with significant acceleration in recent years."

Over the two-day conference, professionals in the field will exchange experiences related to crime prevention. Discussions will cover topics such as the development of probation systems in European countries, the involvement of state institutions, society, NGOs, and the private sector in crime prevention, and the possibilities for rehabilitation and re-socialization.

Participants include heads of the Ministry of Justice and Probation Services from Romania, the Czech Republic, Croatia, the Netherlands, and Azerbaijan.

The conference will conclude with the adoption of the Tbilisi Declaration.

Access to public and private sector services continues to expand. Today, a new branch of the Public Service Hall opened in Khashuri, offering up to 500 services to the local population in a modern and comfortable environment. Couples wishing to get married can now plan a ceremonial event in a specially arranged ritual space within the hall.

The Public Service Hall was inaugurated by the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, the Minister of Justice, Rati Bregadze, and the State Commissioner for the Shida Kartli region, Levan Kharabadze.

This new branch is equipped with the latest technology and modern furnishings, and it is fully adapted to meet the needs of persons with disabilities. Additionally, around 20 local residents have been employed at the facility.

Expanding the availability of state services is a priority for the Ministry of Justice, which oversees 121 Public Service Halls across Georgia. Citizens living far from regional centers are also served by the innovative Mobile Public Service Hall, which operates in 90 villages throughout the country. In total, more than 20,000 users utilize these services daily.

In the Shida Kartli region alone, nine Public Service Halls are operational, and the Mobile Public Service Hall serves five villages.

This year, ten more Public Service Halls will be opened in Terjola, Akhmeta, Sagarejo, Khelvachauri, Tbilisi (Gldani), Chala, Zoti, Toli, Shrosha, and Tsaisi.

The opening ceremony of the Khashuri Public Service Hall was also attended by the Deputy Ministers of Justice, heads of local authorities, and other invited guests.

Minister of Justice, Rati Bregadze, and his deputies met today with members of the youth club "YOUTHTITIA" at the Kvareli Training Center. The Minister wished the students success and introduced them to the Ministry's activities and priority areas.

"Thirty students were selected through a competition and will have the opportunity to intern within the Ministry of Justice for one year, and take part in implementation of projects financed by the Ministry. This unique opportunity will aid in their professional development and help the state find motivated, highly qualified, and initiative-taking personnel," said Rati Bregadze.

In the initial phase, members of the youth club will undergo a two-day training on teamwork and the activities of the Ministry of Justice.

"YOUTHTITIA" offers a variety of learning activities, thematic meetings, and opportunities to implement personal projects to second- through fourth-year undergraduate students and master's students from the Faculty of Law.

This platform allows students to develop professional skills, deepen their industry knowledge, engage in public administration, and participate in the Ministry of Justice's reforms.