The Libyan Justice Ministry, led by Minister Halima Ibrahim, is reviewing prisoner exchange agreements with countries such as China and Ethiopia. The committee is also working on establishing a database of prisoners in various nations and facilitating their transfer to Libya to serve their remaining sentences.
The Permanent Committee for Monitoring the Conditions and Issues of Libyan Prisoners Abroad convened its first meeting of the year under the leadership of Justice Minister Halima Ibrahim. The committee focused on discussing various draft memorandums of understanding and prisoner exchange agreements with nations, including China and Ethiopia.
Furthermore, the committee evaluated ongoing negotiations initiated by the Ministry of Justice’s Deputy General during visits to Lebanon, Egypt, Malta, Tunisia, and Turkey. These discussions aim to facilitate the transfer of Libyan prisoners so they may complete their sentences within Libya.
Additionally, the committee emphasized the establishment of a comprehensive database of prisoners located in countries where the Ministry of Justice maintains legal attachés. Plans are also underway to broaden this database to encompass additional nations, according to Our Government platform.
In summary, the Libyan Justice Ministry is actively pursuing agreements for prisoner exchanges and improving the monitoring of prisoners abroad. The establishment of a comprehensive database and negotiations with multiple countries signals a proactive approach toward the treatment of Libyan prisoners.
Original Source: libyaobserver.ly
