The Supreme Court on Monday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on judicial cooperation with Turkiye\u2019s Constitutional Court. On Sunday, the SC said it will be hosting a high-level delegation from Turkiye\u2019s Constitutional Court from April 6 to 9, led by its president Kadir \u00d6zkaya, for the signing of an MoU.
\nThe agreement was signed at a ceremony held at the Supreme Court in Islamabad attended by Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi and \u00d6zkaya. Addressing the ceremony before the signing, CJP Afridi expressed hope that the agreement will \u201cprovide a forward-looking framework for collaboration between the two judiciaries\u201d.
\n\u201cOne that emphasises the exchange of judicial knowledge and best practices, the promotion of comparative constitutional jurisprudence, strengthening of institutional linkages and the advancement of capacity building through joint programmes, research, and judicial exchanges,\u201d CJP Afridi said.
\nHe noted that under the MoU, a joint working group comprising judges from the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) and SC would be formed, which \u201cwill ensure our cooperation remains active [\u2026] rather than remaining symbolic\u201d. CJP Afridi noted that the delegation\u2019s visit reflected the \u201cenduring, historic, fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Turkiye \u2014 one that transcends formal diplomacy\u201d.
\nHe maintained that the MoU was not only a \u201csimple document of cooperation between courts, but it also represents our shared vision and resolve to strengthen constitutional governance, uphold the rule of law, ensure judicial independence and protect fundamental rights\u201d.
\nJustice Afridi stressed that judicial institutions cannot function in isolation, adding that \u201ccommon challenges such as rapid technological change, evolving understanding of rights, and complex constitutional questions require us to engage in global judicial conversation\u201d. He was of the opinion that with the help of such agreements, \u201ccourts learn from each other and strengthen their collective capacity to deliver justice\u201d.
\nConcluding his address, CJP Afridi expressed hope that the MoU will \u201cpave the way for deeper understanding, meaningful exchanges, and a lasting partnership between our two judiciaries\u201d. As per SC\u2019s Sunday statement, a central feature of the proposed cooperation was the professional development of the judiciary, particularly at the district level, through joint training programmes, academic exchanges, and exposure to comparative judicial practices.
\n\u201cThe collaboration is also expected to support the integration of modern technologies in judicial processes, aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of justice,\u201d it said. According to the handout, the delegation, during the visit, is also expected to engage in high-level institutional interactions, alongside engagements with key justice sector stakeholders.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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