Macedonian Minister of Justice JetonShasivari met withU.S. Chargé d’Affaires Nicole Varnes. According to his office, the discussion focused on key reform priorities within the judiciary and opportunities to further deepen bilateral cooperation.
The strategic partnership with the United States provides strong support for the Ministry of Justice’s reform agenda regarding the strengthening of the rule of law, the advancement of the judicial system, and the fight against corruption and organized crime. American expertise and institutional support are of particular importance for implementing substantive reforms that will ensure more efficient institutions, greater legal certainty, and concrete results, the Ministry of Justice stated.
During the meeting, special emphasis was placed on the reform of criminal legislation. According to the press release, Shasivari highlighted the need to draw upon American experience and expertise in this process, with the aim of developing modern and effective legal solutions that will contribute to more successful prevention and prosecution of corruption and crime.