In order to facilitate these important processes, the APT and OHCHR - Beirut organised a seminar on OPCAT implementation from 4 - 5 February 2010 which was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Justice of Lebanon. The seminar was an opportunity for the main Lebanese stakeholders to discuss issues related to OPCAT implementation with the Vice-Chairperson of the SPT, Hans Draminsky Petersen, as well as with the Contrôleur général des lieux de privation de liberté, Mr. Jean-Marie Delarue, who is the head of the French NPM. Other national and international experts also contributed to the debates.
Press Release: Seminar on the implementation of the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention against Torture (OPCAT) in Lebanon
Seminar highlights need to ensure compliance with anti-torture law (The Daily Star, Lebanon)