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Expansion of Sports Infrastructure in Penitentiary Institutions Continues

As part of ongoing efforts to promote a healthy lifestyle, a new stadium and training facility, built to modern standards, have been established at Penitentiary Institution No. 17. The Minister of Justice, Rati Bregadze, visited the site alongside Head of the Special Penitentiary Service, Nika Tsvarashvili to review the completed work.

The newly constructed stadium, featuring an artificial surface, is designed for football and basketball. Improvements to the surrounding area were also made to enhance the overall environment.

In addition to the sports field, a new training area equipped with modern exercise machines has been built within the facility. This space provides inmates with opportunities to use their free time more productively by engaging in physical activity.

Promoting a healthy lifestyle within penitentiary institutions is a priority for the Ministry of Justice. Since 2022, a sports management strategy has been in place, offering inmates the chance to participate in various sports festivals. Additionally, a range of sports programs and training courses are available, allowing inmates to pursue certifications as professional trainers or fitness instructors. Efforts to modernize and expand sports infrastructure within these institutions are ongoing.

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Minister of Justice Discusses Prospects for Deepening Cooperation Between Georgia and UNIDROIT with the Organization’s Secretary General

Minister of Justice of Georgia Paata Salia met with the Secretary General of the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT), Professor Ignacio Tirado, and Deputy Secretary General Professor Anna Veneziano, who are visiting Georgia.

During the meeting, the parties discussed opportunities to further strengthen cooperation between Georgia and UNIDROIT, as well as the significance of the organization's legal instruments. The Minister emphasized the growing importance of the unification of private law amid the expansion of international trade and cross-border commercial relations, both in Georgia and worldwide, highlighting the Ministry of Justice's role in advancing this process.

Professor Ignacio Tirado underlined the increasing strategic importance of the Middle Corridor and Georgia's pivotal role in promoting commercial and cross-border relations in the region, as well as in ensuring their modern legal regulation. He also spoke about the practical value of the international legal instruments developed by UNIDROIT and the benefits of membership in the organization.

The parties reaffirmed their commitment to further deepening cooperation between Georgia and UNIDROIT.

The International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) is an independent intergovernmental organization dedicated to modernizing and harmonizing private and commercial law through the development of international legal instruments. Its conventions, model laws, and principles promote international trade, investment, and cross-border economic relations while contributing to the creation of a predictable, modern, and effective legal framework. The organization currently comprises 65 member states from nearly every region of the world, reflecting its global reach and international significance.

The meeting was also attended by First Deputy Minister of Justice of Georgia Beka Dzamashvili and Nino Mindiashvili, Head of the Ministry of Justice's Department of Contract Expertise and Judicial Representation.