Afghanistan: legal symposium at TAAC-West

(To Greater Defense)
13/02/20

As part of the training, assistance and consultancy activities in favor of the Afghan institutions and security forces, the Train Advise Assist Command West (TAAC-W) in Herat, currently led by the 132nd "Ariete" armored brigade, organized on Tuesday , at Camp Arena, a conference on judicial matters entitled "The rule of law" (the role of the law), comparing members of the judiciary and representatives of the Afghan Police on issues such as investigation procedures on crimes, criminal legislation and the methods of coordination between investigative bodies.

The event, promoted by the Police Advisor Team (PAT), saw the participation as speakers of the magistrates Obeidullah Azimi and Ramatullah Wafa of the District Prosecutor of Herat and a qualified representation of the provincial and district commands of the Afghan Police, as well as the Regional Herat Police Training Center. The commanders of the criminal investigation departments of the provinces of Badghis, Ghor and Farah also attended the activity via videoconference.

During the conference, which was also attended by the commander of the TAAC-W, Brigadier General Enrico Barduani, various topics relating to the conduct of the investigations and the carrying out of the trial process were addressed and deepened. In particular, the methods for the correct assumption of evidence, for the drafting of judicial police documents and the sending of investigative reports were illustrated.

At the opening of the proceedings, General Barduani, in thanking the guests gathered for the symposium, wanted to underline the importance of the event organized by TAAC-W.

“This conference represents a precious opportunity to discuss topics of great interest and increase cooperation between police bodies and the judicial system. Facilitate relations between institutions and thus strengthen the role of the law - said General Barduani - allows you to instill, among Afghan citizens, ever greater trust in your legal system. "