April 12, 2010 - Naharnet - STL Acting Registrar Reiterates Importance of Cooperation between Tribunal, Lebanese Authorities

The Acting Registrar of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon, Herman von Hebel, reiterated Monday the importance of fortifying cooperation between the tribunal and the concerned Lebanese authorities at all levels.He also reiterated the priority of Lebanon's support for the tribunal in order to enable it of succeeding in its missions.During his meetings with each of Speaker Nabih Berri and Prime Minister Saad Hariri, Von Hebel explained the role of the Registry, which is "an independent organ that supports the other organs of the Tribunal and enhances their missions."The STL acting registrar listened to the viewpoints of the Lebanese officials "as part of the constructive and continuous dialogue about the tribunal and its role in achieving justice according to the highest standards of international justice."STL Spokesperson Fatima al-Issawi said that Von Hebel will hold a series of meetings during this week with a number of political and judicial officials as well as with legal experts and members of the civil society "as part of enhancing communication between the tribunal and the Lebanese society."