On 22 March 2011, the twenty sixth meeting of the Incident Prevention and Response Mechanism (IPRM), chaired by the United Nations, was held in Gali.
Based on the proposal of the Chair, the participants agreed the code of conduct of patrols when they approach the identified point(s) on the boundary line. Among other measures, the participants agreed to immediately activate the hotline to avoid any misunderstanding that could lead to the threat or the use of force.
Participants once again discussed issues related to the detention of two local residents, in particular the demand was made to immediately release and return one of the detainees. Clarifications on the reasons and circumstances of their detention were provided.
The issue of restoration of a shuttle bus service over the Inguri bridge, which had been functioning under the UN auspices until summer 2008, was once again followed up. It was agreed that the issue would be brought to the attention of the relevant authorities for consideration.
The meeting took place in a constructive, respectful and professional manner.
It was agreed that the next meeting of the IPRM would take place in Gali on 04 May 2011.