Lithuania and Norway are strengthening their cooperation in the field of justice: the focus is on the prison system and on bilateral cooperation between Norway and Lithuania
The Minister for Justice, Rita Tamašunienė, met with the Norwegian Minister of Justice and Public Security, Astri Aas-Hansen. The bilateral meeting focused primarily on cooperation between Lithuania and Norway in the field of justice, with particular emphasis on the penal and probation systems and the fight against organised crime.
Lithuania and Norway have been cooperating for many years in the areas of the enforcement of sentences, probation, the public prosecution service and public security. The countries share practical experience and expert knowledge with a view to modernising the prison system, strengthening the rehabilitation of prisoners and reducing the risk of reoffending.
Cooperation between Lithuania and Norway in the field of justice is based on a long-standing partnership, practical experience and trust. Norway’s contribution is helping Lithuania to modernise its correctional and probation systems and to strengthen the resocialisation and reintegration of convicted offenders. Equally important is our joint work in combating organised crime – this threat is increasingly crossing national borders, so we must strengthen cooperation between law enforcement agencies and their ability to exchange electronic evidence effectively. “We wish to continue sharing our experience and working together to find solutions to our common challenges,” said Minister of Justice R. Tamašunienė.
The meeting focused extensively on judicial cooperation in criminal matters and on ways to investigate criminal offences more effectively. Both sides emphasised the importance of effective cooperation in gathering and exchanging electronic evidence, as criminal activity is increasingly moving into the digital space.
Last updated: 02-10-2026
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