Ukraine and the United Kingdom: Strengthening International Legal Cooperation in the Pursuit of Justice
Date: 2023-12-02 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: POLICY
Ukraine and the United Kingdom Strengthen Cooperation in the Field of International Legal Assistance
On December 2, 2023, Ukraine's Prosecutor General, Andriy Kostin, and the British Ambassador to Ukraine, Martin Harris, held a meeting to discuss the enhancement of bilateral cooperation in international legal assistance. The Prosecutor General's Office shared details of the meeting on Facebook, emphasizing the commitment to breaking the cycle of impunity and paving the way for peace and preventing future international crimes.
During the discussions, Kostin and Harris explored joint efforts in establishing a comprehensive accountability network for international crimes and considered further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the realm of international legal assistance. Kostin expressed optimism, stating, "We are confident that only by breaking the cycle of impunity can we pave the way to restore peace and prevent international crimes from being committed in the future. I sincerely hope our fruitful partnership will continue."
Kostin also extended gratitude to Harris for the unwavering support from the United Kingdom and expressed appreciation to the Attorney General for England and Wales, Victoria Prentis, for her determination in the pursuit of justice.
Earlier reports indicated that 45 OSCE member states emphasized the need to hold Russia accountable for war crimes committed in Ukraine.
International Legal Cooperation: A Path to Justice and Peace
In the context of contemporary geopolitical events, the meeting between Kostin and Harris becomes a pivotal step in strengthening international legal cooperation. The discussion on establishing accountability for international crimes underscores the urgency of holding those responsible accountable.
As highlighted by Ukraine's Prosecutor General, breaking the cycle of impunity is a crucial moment in restoring peace and preventing new international crimes. The partnership between Ukraine and the United Kingdom in this field aims to create an effective mechanism to counter lawlessness and ensure justice.
Acknowledgment and Support from the United Kingdom
It is noteworthy that the gratitude expressed by Ukraine's Prosecutor General to the British Ambassador and the Attorney General for England and Wales reflects the Ukrainian side's high regard for the partnership and the United Kingdom's commitment to supporting justice.
It is worth recalling that earlier, 45 OSCE member states voiced the necessity to hold Russia accountable for war crimes in Ukraine, indicating broad international support and a call for justice in the current complex situation.
On December 2, 2023, Ukraine's Prosecutor General, Andriy Kostin, and the British Ambassador to Ukraine, Martin Harris, held a meeting to discuss the enhancement of bilateral cooperation in international legal assistance. The Prosecutor General's Office shared details of the meeting on Facebook, emphasizing the commitment to breaking the cycle of impunity and paving the way for peace and preventing future international crimes.
During the discussions, Kostin and Harris explored joint efforts in establishing a comprehensive accountability network for international crimes and considered further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the realm of international legal assistance. Kostin expressed optimism, stating, "We are confident that only by breaking the cycle of impunity can we pave the way to restore peace and prevent international crimes from being committed in the future. I sincerely hope our fruitful partnership will continue."
Kostin also extended gratitude to Harris for the unwavering support from the United Kingdom and expressed appreciation to the Attorney General for England and Wales, Victoria Prentis, for her determination in the pursuit of justice.
Earlier reports indicated that 45 OSCE member states emphasized the need to hold Russia accountable for war crimes committed in Ukraine.
International Legal Cooperation: A Path to Justice and Peace
In the context of contemporary geopolitical events, the meeting between Kostin and Harris becomes a pivotal step in strengthening international legal cooperation. The discussion on establishing accountability for international crimes underscores the urgency of holding those responsible accountable.
As highlighted by Ukraine's Prosecutor General, breaking the cycle of impunity is a crucial moment in restoring peace and preventing new international crimes. The partnership between Ukraine and the United Kingdom in this field aims to create an effective mechanism to counter lawlessness and ensure justice.
Acknowledgment and Support from the United Kingdom
It is noteworthy that the gratitude expressed by Ukraine's Prosecutor General to the British Ambassador and the Attorney General for England and Wales reflects the Ukrainian side's high regard for the partnership and the United Kingdom's commitment to supporting justice.
It is worth recalling that earlier, 45 OSCE member states voiced the necessity to hold Russia accountable for war crimes in Ukraine, indicating broad international support and a call for justice in the current complex situation.
