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Minister of Justice Discusses Future Cooperation Prospects with UN Resident Coordinator Didier Tghebiuk

The Minister of Justice met with UN Resident Coordinator Didier Tghébiuk to discuss prospects for future cooperation.

During the meeting, Paata Salia highlighted the longstanding and productive partnership between the Ministry of Justice and the United Nations in advancing human rights protection, as demonstrated by numerous joint projects and reforms implemented over the years.

The Minister expressed hope that cooperation within the framework of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework would continue to deepen during the 2026–2030 period and contribute to the achievement of tangible results. He noted that the Ministry of Justice of Georgia actively participates in the work of both the Steering Committee and all three results-oriented working groups established under the framework.

Paata Salia also outlined the Ministry’s key priorities, emphasizing its ongoing efforts to strengthen human rights protection and develop modern, citizen-centered public services. He noted that the Ministry continuously introduces innovative technologies and modern solutions to improve the quality and accessibility of services provided to citizens. Particular attention, he added, is devoted to maintaining high standards of human rights protection within the penitentiary system.

The Minister of Justice also invited the UN Resident Coordinator to attend the UN Public Service Forum, which will be hosted in Tbilisi on June 23–25 this year.

The meeting was also attended by First Deputy Minister of Justice Beka Dzamashvili and Head of the Department of International Relations and Legal Cooperation Ketevan Sarajishvili.

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The Minister of Justice Hands Over New Specialized Vehicles and Modern Weapons to the Escort and Special Events Department

Paata Salia, together with Ramaz Tatarashvili, Director General of the Special Penitentiary Service, handed over 38 new specialized vehicles designed for escorting convicted persons, as well as modern weapons, to the Department. The Minister of Justice addressed the employees and thanked them for their service.

“An important step has been taken towards upgrading the technical equipment of the penitentiary system. The Service’s arsenal and vehicle fleet have been modernized. One of the priorities of the Ministry of Justice and the Special Penitentiary Service is to care for their employees and improve their working conditions. Particular importance is attached to strengthening their professional skills. To this end, the necessary training facilities will be established. Caring for employees, ensuring their safety, improving their working conditions and supporting their professional development are essential to strengthening the penitentiary system,” Paata Salia stated.

Ramaz Tatarashvili, Director General of the Special Penitentiary Service, also addressed the participants at the event.

The Ministry of Justice, together with the Special Penitentiary Service, is working on several projects scheduled for completion in early 2028. These include the construction of a new facility, an indoor shooting range, sports grounds, gym facilities, a training centre and training classrooms.