Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi in Islamabad to discuss justice reforms and the country’s economic challenges. The meeting, held at the Chief Justice House, aimed to enhance collaboration for a more efficient judicial system and address Pakistan’s pressing economic issues.
PM Shehbaz Commends Chief Justice’s Initiatives
During the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz congratulated Chief Justice Yahya Afridi on assuming office and wished him well. He lauded the Chief Justice’s recent visits to remote areas, including South Punjab, Interior Sindh, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The Prime Minister highlighted the significance of these consultations with local stakeholders to ensure the timely and effective delivery of justice.
Focus on Justice Reforms and Timely Decisions
One key topic of discussion was the backlog of long-pending tax disputes in various courts. The Prime Minister urged the Chief Justice to prioritize these cases and ensure timely decisions based on merit. Shehbaz emphasized that resolving these cases would positively impact the country’s financial system and boost economic stability.
The Chief Justice acknowledged the Prime Minister’s concerns and invited suggestions to improve the justice system. He expressed his readiness to collaborate for meaningful judicial reforms that would enhance public confidence in the courts.
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Addressing Economic and Security Challenges
In addition to judicial reforms, Prime Minister Shehbaz also outlined Pakistan’s current economic and security challenges. He sought the judiciary’s cooperation in addressing these issues, especially in ensuring justice for economic cases. Both leaders agreed that an efficient justice system is essential to foster economic growth and uphold the rule of law.
Commitment to Resolving Missing Persons Cases
Prime Minister Shehbaz reaffirmed his government’s commitment to accelerating efforts to resolve the issue of missing persons. The Chief Justice welcomed this assurance and emphasized the judiciary’s role in ensuring justice and transparency in these sensitive cases.
High-Level Attendees Discuss Collaborative Measures
The meeting was attended by key officials, including Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema, Attorney General Mansoor Usman Awan, Supreme Court Registrar Muhammad Salim Khan, and Secretary Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan Tanzeela Sabahat. The presence of these officials underscored the importance of collaboration between the executive and judicial branches in tackling the nation’s challenges.
Moving Toward Justice and Economic Stability
This high-level meeting between PM Shehbaz and CJP Yahya Afridi marked a step toward strengthening Pakistan’s judicial system and addressing its economic challenges. Both leaders expressed optimism about future reforms aimed at improving public access to justice and creating a stable economic environment.
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