EU Police Mission, Palestinian Bar Association discuss ways to support lawyers

September 19, 2019
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On Tuesday 17 September 2017, the Head of EUPOL COPPS Mission, the EU Police and Rule of Law Mission, Kauko Aaltomaa held a meeting with the Chairman of the Palestinian Bar Association, Jawad Obeidat and discussed a variety of issues pertaining to enhancing the rule of Law and the rights of the citizens in Palestine.

The two sides also touched upon the ongoing development of the judiciary as well as the need to provide defendants early representation before start of court sessions.

EUPOL COPPS is the European Union Co-ordinating Office for Palestinian Police Support. The aim of the Mission is to contribute to the establishment of sustainable and effective policing arrangements and to advise Palestinian counterparts on criminal justice and rule of law related aspects under Palestinian ownership.

 

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