CJP Yahya Afridi discusses judicial reforms with EU delegation

ISLAMABAD: Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi on Tuesday met a high-level European Union delegation and held detailed talks on judicial reforms, the rule of law and institutional cooperation.

The delegation was headed by Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis. During the meeting, the chief justice welcomed the visiting delegation and exchanged views at length on the judiciary’s ongoing reform programme.

The discussion focused on efforts under way within the judicial system to improve institutional performance. The chief justice highlighted steps aimed at making the justice system more citizen-focused through the use of technology and administrative reforms.

He also underscored measures intended to make judicial processes more responsive, transparent and accessible for the public. The meeting covered the broader reform agenda being pursued in the judiciary, with particular emphasis on strengthening performance and improving service delivery.

Focus on reform and cooperation

The interaction also included discussion on the rule of law and cooperation between institutions. The exchange was extensive and formed part of engagement on matters related to judicial improvement and institutional coordination.

Chief Justice Afridi outlined the judiciary’s reform priorities and stressed interventions designed to place citizens at the centre of the justice system. He said these efforts were being supported by technology-driven measures to improve the functioning of institutions.

The meeting with the EU delegation took place as the judiciary continues to pursue reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency and public access.

Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis led the European Union side in the meeting, which centred on judicial reforms, the rule of law and institutional cooperation. The chief justice, while receiving the delegation, shared the judiciary’s perspective on improving transparency and accessibility in the justice system.

The chief justice emphasised that the reform process was intended to improve institutional performance through citizen-centric and technology-driven interventions. He also highlighted measures aimed at ensuring that the justice system becomes more responsive to the needs of the public.

The engagement reflects continued dialogue on judicial matters and reform priorities, with the chief justice presenting the judiciary’s efforts to improve transparency, accessibility and responsiveness through ongoing institutional changes.