Georgian President signs law establishing State Minister for Coordination of Law Enforcement Agencies

Georgian president Mikheil Kavelashvili on Wednesday signed the document introducing amendments to the Law of Georgia on the Structure, Powers, and Rules of Procedure of the Government of Georgia.

Under the new law, the administration of the government of Georgia will provide material, technical, and organisational support to the state minister for coordination of law enforcement agencies.

Mamuka Mdinaradze is set to assume the newly created position. A formal decree confirming his appointment is expected to be signed by the Georgian prime minister Irakli Kobakhidze.

In addition to this role, Mdinaradze will also serve as vice prime minister.

The legislative amendments were approved by Parliament with 84 votes in favour and 10 against.