Geneva, Friday 30 May 2025. The Independent Institution on Missing Persons (IIMP) and International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism (IIIM) signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation between both entities, with a focus on supporting the search for missing persons in Syria.
Karla Quintana, Head of the IIMP, and Robert Petit, Head of the IIIM, have coordinated efforts closely since Ms. Quintana took office. “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to addressing the profound suffering of families searching for their loved ones. While the IIMP’s humanitarian mandate is focused on the urgent need to clarify the fate of the missing, the IIIM remains dedicated to ensuring that those responsible for serious crimes are held accountable. Together, we aim to support a more comprehensive coordinated approach to justice and truth for the Syrian people.”