The Council of the European Union has confirmed that the Agreement between the European Union and the Lebanese Republic on cooperation between Eurojust and Lebanese judicial authorities will enter into force on 1 August 2026. The agreement, signed in Brussels on 2 December 2025, establishes a framework for cooperation between the EU Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and Lebanese authorities competent for judicial cooperation in criminal matters.
The entry into force follows the completion of the procedure under Article 29(2) of the Agreement on 24 June 2026. The agreement aims to enhance judicial cooperation in criminal matters between the EU and Lebanon, facilitating the exchange of information and coordination of investigations and prosecutions.
No prior coverage of this file exists in the available record. The agreement is expected to improve the efficiency of cross-border criminal justice efforts, particularly in combating serious crime such as terrorism, drug trafficking, and organised crime. For Eurojust, the agreement expands its network of third-country partners, strengthening its operational capabilities. Lebanese authorities will gain streamlined access to Eurojust's coordination and information-sharing mechanisms. EU member states will benefit from improved judicial cooperation with Lebanon, potentially accelerating cross-border cases. The agreement does not impose new obligations on private sector actors or civil society.