1The International Cooperation and Joint Investigation Section shall:

aCooperate with the competent authorities of other states and international organizations in conformity with international agreements;

bassigns members to joint investigation bodies established on the basis of an international agreement or on the basis of a stipulation concerning an individual case, for the purpose of investigation, criminal prosecution or representation before the court for the criminal offences referred to in Article 75/a of the Criminal Procedural Code, in the Republic of Albania or in one or more other states.

cConcerning joint investigations within the territory of the Republic of Albania, the International Cooperation and Joint Investigations Department oversees the application of domestic regulations and the respect of the sovereignty of the Republic of Albania.

çRegarding all the identified weaknesses or contested issues which cannot be resolved through consultations with the competent bodies of another state or its representatives, it informs without delay the Chief Special Prosecutor who will, if necessary, request the opinion or assistance of the competent Ministry.

2For the needs of joint investigation, the Liaison:

aReceives requests of other states to undertake special inquiries of criminal offences, undertakes the necessary actions before competent courts and provide legal assistance in proceedings for the criminal offences referred to in Article 75/a of the Criminal Procedural Code.

bIf a case is urgent and the competent body of another state is authorized to act within the territory of the Republic of Albania, it shall supervise its actions to ensure that the competent body does not violate the constitutional rights of Albanian citizens.

cAt the completion of the action under paragraph 2, point b, of this article, it shall submit a final report to the Chief Special Prosecutor. The Chief Special Prosecutor may require the presence of an authorized foreign official during the submission of the report.