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11/3/25, 9:23 AM Maktoum bin Mohammed chairs meeting of the Dubai Judicial Council to review efforts to further strengthen judicial system

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister
of Finance, and Chairman of the Dubai Judicial Council, chaired a meeting of the Council to review ongoing efforts to further
strengthen Dubai’s judicial system. The meeting reflected His Highness’s continued commitment to enhancing the performance,
efficiency, and integrity of the emirate’s judiciary.

During the meeting held at his office, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed approved the promotion of several judges and
members of the Public Prosecution. These promotions underscore a commitment to recognising distinguished judicial talent and
fostering a work environment conducive to exceptional performance.

Additionally, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum approved the new organisational structure for the Dubai Judicial Institute, and the launch
of a Best Judicial Practices Forum. The forum is designed to facilitate knowledge sharing among local and international judicial
bodies, highlight leading practices from the field, and drive innovation within the judicial sector.

A fully integrated judicial system

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed said: “We remain committed to developing a fully integrated judicial system, guided
by the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and
Ruler of Dubai, to establish Dubai's judiciary as a global model for upholding justice and the rule of law. Supporting our distinguished
judicial talent, fostering a culture of innovation, and leveraging advanced technologies are key pillars that play an essential role in
establishing a forward-thinking judiciary that keeps pace with Dubai's dynamic development, while bolstering its competitiveness on
the global scene.”

Enhancing research cooperation

During the meeting attended by His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Director General of His Highness The Ruler's Court
of Dubai and Deputy Chairman of the Judicial Council, and its members, the Dubai Judicial Council addressed several agenda items,
focusing particularly on personnel affairs within the judiciary and requests submitted by its members.

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