Paata Salia shared Georgia’s experience in combating financial crimes with participants of the Council of Europe Ministerial. The Minister of Justice of Georgia delivered a speech addressing the challenges of preventing and countering money laundering and other financial crimes.

He spoke about Georgia’s mechanisms for combating money laundering, noting that their effectiveness is essential for upholding the rule of law, strengthening economic security, and maintaining public trust in democratic institutions.

The Minister emphasized the importance of close cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the judiciary to ensure the early detection of financial crimes. He noted that such crimes are becoming increasingly sophisticated, often involving virtual assets and other emerging financial technologies. In this context, he highlighted the need to strengthen the capacities of professionals working in the field of economic crime and to deepen cooperation with international partners.

The Georgian delegation also includes First Deputy Minister of Justice Beka Dzamashvili and Georgia’s Permanent Representative to the Council of Europe, Khatia Tsilosani.

Within the framework of the Week dedicated to the rights of persons with disabilities, the Ministry of Justice conducted a large-scale information campaign, including a public lecture held at Kutaisi International University.

The event was opened by Deputy Minister of Justice Merab Turava and the Executive Director/Rector of Kutaisi International University, Vakhtang Tsagareli. In his remarks, the Deputy Minister emphasized that the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities and ensuring access to public services remain key priorities of the Ministry of Justice.

The Ministry actively applies the principle of reasonable accommodation and supports the inclusion of more than 100 employees with disabilities within the justice system.

Representatives of the Ministry of Justice delivered presentations to students on key topics, including the rights of persons with disabilities under national and international legal frameworks, the principle of reasonable accommodation, and appropriate etiquette when interacting with persons with disabilities.

Similar events dedicated to the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities were held across all agencies within the Ministry of Justice system.

As part of the official visit of the Prime Minister and members of the Georgian Government to Kyrgyzstan, the Minister of Justice of Georgia met with his Kyrgyz counterpart.

Paata Salia and Ayaz Baetov discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and deepen institutional cooperation between the two countries.

The meeting focused on Georgia’s successful reforms in the areas of the rule of law, human rights protection, and improved access to public services. The Georgian side reaffirmed its readiness to share experience in the digital transformation of the justice system and the implementation of modern technological solutions.

The Ministers also exchanged views on future cooperation, including initiatives in crime prevention, the resocialization and rehabilitation of offenders, and the strengthening of the probation system.

As part of the official visit of the Georgian Prime Minister's delegation to Kyrgyzstan, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Ministries of Justice of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan.

The document was signed by the Minister of Justice of Georgia, Paata Salia, and the Minister of Justice of Kyrgyzstan, Ayaz Baetov.

The memorandum provides for enhanced cooperation between the two countries in areas including the harmonization of national legislation with international standards; improving access to public services through the introduction of digital and mobile services; crime prevention; the re-socialization and rehabilitation of offenders; notarial services; mediation; and other areas of mutual interest.

Prior to the signing ceremony, a meeting was held between the Ministers of Justice of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan.

"Several areas were identified in which we will actively cooperate with the Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan. During my meeting with my Kyrgyz counterpart, we agreed to establish working groups to exchange experience and best practices in the fields of public services, as well as penitentiary and probation systems. Kyrgyzstan has made significant progress in the areas of de-bureaucratization and digital transformation. We believe that our cooperation with our Kyrgyz colleagues will be productive and mutually beneficial," said Paata Salia.

During the visit, memorandums of cooperation were also signed between several ministries of Georgia and Kyrgyzstan. In addition, the second session of the Georgia–Kyrgyzstan Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was held.

The Georgian delegation, led by Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, is paying its first official visit to Kyrgyzstan. The delegation also includes Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Maka Bochorishvili, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili, Minister of Environmental Protection and Agriculture Davit Songulashvili, and Head of the Government Administration Levan Zhorzholiani.

Minister of Justice Paata Salia, accompanied by Deputy Minister Lana Morgoshia and Chairman of the Public Service Hall Vakhtang Zhvania, visited the construction site of the new Mtskheta Public Service Hall and reviewed the progress of the ongoing works.

Construction of the modern, architecturally distinctive building is nearing completion. The new Public Service Hall, designed to meet the highest standards of accessibility and service delivery, will provide residents of Mtskheta with access to more than 500 state and private-sector services under one roof, making service delivery faster, more convenient, and more efficient.

The facility will also include a dedicated marriage registration space, as well as offices for legal entities operating under the Ministry of Justice, enabling citizens to access a wide range of services at a single location.

The new branch is expected to serve more than 70,000 citizens annually, significantly improving both access to public services and the overall quality of service delivery.

The Mtskheta Public Service Hall will become the sixth branch in the Mtskheta-Mtianeti region and the 128th branch nationwide. Public Service Halls already operate in Kazbegi, Dusheti, Mukhrani, Pasanauri, and Tianeti, ensuring broad regional coverage.

The branch will employ local residents, contributing to job creation and supporting economic activity within the municipality.

In addition to the Mtskheta project, three more Public Service Halls are currently under construction across Georgia. Expanding access to modern, high-quality, and citizen-centered public services throughout the country remains a key priority of the Ministry of Justice.

The Minister of Justice met with the Representative of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to discuss the ongoing successful cooperation between the Ministry and the UN agency.

During the meeting, Minister Paata Salia and Anna Rich highlighted the close partnership between the Ministry of Justice and UNHCR, particularly in facilitating access to a wide range of services for stateless persons.

The parties also discussed the importance of sharing Georgia’s successful experience in reducing statelessness with partner countries. Special attention was given to the role of the State Services Development Agency in organizing specialized training programs for representatives of various government institutions.

The meeting further emphasized that the successful reforms implemented by Georgia and their international recognition are reflected in the hosting of the United Nations Public Service Forum, which will take place in Tbilisi on 23–25 June and is being jointly organized by the Ministry of Justice and the United Nations.

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

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.

Georgia's Minister of Justice, Paata Salia, met with Mustafa Türker Arı, Ambassador of Turkey to Georgia, to discuss the strong cooperation between the two countries in civil and criminal matters, as well as their joint efforts to combat transnational organized crime.

During the meeting, the Minister emphasized that expanding cooperation into new areas would facilitate the exchange of expertise and strengthen joint efforts in the fields of justice, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights.

Paata Salia expressed his readiness to meet with his Turkish counterpart to explore new avenues and mechanisms for sectoral cooperation.

The Minister also invited the Turkish delegation to attend the United Nations Public Service Forum, which will be hosted in Tbilisi from 23 to 25 June 2026.

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