Identifier
Created
Classification
Origin
09MALABO33
2009-04-14 12:04:00
UNCLASSIFIED//FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Embassy Malabo
Cable title:
EQUATORIAL GUINEA REITERATES ASSISTANCE REQUEST FOR JUSTICE
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UNCLAS MALABO 000033
SENSITIVE
SIPDIS
AF FOR A/AS P. CARTER
E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: PGOV PHUM KJUS EK EAID
SUBJECT: EQUATORIAL GUINEA REITERATES ASSISTANCE REQUEST FOR JUSTICE
REFORM EFFORTS
REF: MALABO 8 AND PREVIOUS
UNCLAS MALABO 000033
SENSITIVE
SIPDIS
AF FOR A/AS P. CARTER
E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: PGOV PHUM KJUS EK EAID
SUBJECT: EQUATORIAL GUINEA REITERATES ASSISTANCE REQUEST FOR JUSTICE
REFORM EFFORTS
REF: MALABO 8 AND PREVIOUS
1. (SBU) Minister of Justice Salvador Ondo Nkumu contacted
CDA to appeal once again for U.S. assistance on justice reform,
asking for specific help in creating capacities for forensic
pathologists and crime scene investigation, which do not
currently exist within the EG justice system. The minister
recalled the government of Equatorial Guinea's (EG) previous
petition (reftel),and indicated this more specific request was
aimed at narrowing focus on key areas of deficiency. One of our
most progressive interlocutors, Minister Ondo's initiative here
augments broader justice system reform efforts he is currently
leading (septel),and which have been ordered by President
Obiang. The minister is seeking training venues for key
personnel in the areas noted on an urgent basis. This request
is related to shortfalls identified by UN Special Rapporteur on
torture and other cruel and unusual punishment, Dr. Manfred
Nowak, in his pending report on EG detention centers. The
minister indicates EG is willing to fund these training programs
but needs assistance in identifying appropriate, entry-level
opportunities, preferably delivered in Spanish.
2. (SBU) ACTION REQUEST: Post recalls to Department's
attention the original reftel request, and reminds the
Department that no formal guidance or response has been provided
to date. Post further recalls Dr. Nowak's admonition to the USG
to involve itself in resolving longstanding administration of
justice issues within EG in order to ensure success. Post
requests Department please provide formal, front-channel
reaction and guidance on how to respond to these appeals.
SMITH
SENSITIVE
SIPDIS
AF FOR A/AS P. CARTER
E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: PGOV PHUM KJUS EK EAID
SUBJECT: EQUATORIAL GUINEA REITERATES ASSISTANCE REQUEST FOR JUSTICE
REFORM EFFORTS
REF: MALABO 8 AND PREVIOUS
1. (SBU) Minister of Justice Salvador Ondo Nkumu contacted
CDA to appeal once again for U.S. assistance on justice reform,
asking for specific help in creating capacities for forensic
pathologists and crime scene investigation, which do not
currently exist within the EG justice system. The minister
recalled the government of Equatorial Guinea's (EG) previous
petition (reftel),and indicated this more specific request was
aimed at narrowing focus on key areas of deficiency. One of our
most progressive interlocutors, Minister Ondo's initiative here
augments broader justice system reform efforts he is currently
leading (septel),and which have been ordered by President
Obiang. The minister is seeking training venues for key
personnel in the areas noted on an urgent basis. This request
is related to shortfalls identified by UN Special Rapporteur on
torture and other cruel and unusual punishment, Dr. Manfred
Nowak, in his pending report on EG detention centers. The
minister indicates EG is willing to fund these training programs
but needs assistance in identifying appropriate, entry-level
opportunities, preferably delivered in Spanish.
2. (SBU) ACTION REQUEST: Post recalls to Department's
attention the original reftel request, and reminds the
Department that no formal guidance or response has been provided
to date. Post further recalls Dr. Nowak's admonition to the USG
to involve itself in resolving longstanding administration of
justice issues within EG in order to ensure success. Post
requests Department please provide formal, front-channel
reaction and guidance on how to respond to these appeals.
SMITH