Minister Haxhiu meets with the Chief State Prosecutor Mr. Lumezi

Minister Haxhiu got informed about the work of the Prosecution during the time that the country is facing Covid-19 and the actions taken by this institution in these circumstances.

In the meeting were discussed issues that are a priority for the Minister of Justice, derived from the government program.

The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s preparations in drafting the draft law on confiscation of unjustified wealth as a key tool in the fight against organized crime and corruption, whose concept paper is expected to be submitted to the Government for approval very soon.

Minister Haxhiu emphasized once again that the fight against organized crime and corruption is a key factor in economic development and the issue of visa liberalization. Fighting and confiscating illegal property should be a priority for justice institutions in order to restore citizens’ trust in justice institutions.

Minister Haxhiu also expressed her willingness to strengthen the capacity of justice institutions, especially the Special Prosecution Office.

Minister Haxhiu also stressed the need for re-engagement of the Swiss Institute, through the possibility of their visit to Kosovo to cooperate with the Special Prosecution Office and to clarify all the circumstances of the Dehari case, and got informed that it is planned for the representatives of the Swiss Institute to come to Kosovo in June this year.