ISLAMABAD: A delegation of civil judges from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), currently undergoing in-service pre-promotion training at the Federal Judicial Academy (FJA) under the Professional Exchange Programme, called on Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Yahya Afridi at the Supreme Court of Pakistan as part of their study tour.

The meeting was attended by the director general, Federal Judicial Academy; the director, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Judicial Academy; the director general (reforms), Supreme Court of Pakistan and the secretary Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan.

During the interactive session, the CJP highlighted the evolving nature of judicial responsibilities and underscored the importance of continuous professional development.

He observed that training programmes conducted by judicial academies played a vital role in enhancing judicial capacity, promoting consistency in decision-making and strengthening public confidence in the justice system.

The CJP emphasised that the administration of justice required not only sound legal acumen but also integrity, impartiality and judicial temperament. He noted that judicial officers must remain mindful of their constitutional responsibilities and strive to ensure that justice be delivered fairly, expeditiously and in accordance with law.

He encouraged the participants to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, independence, and ethical conduct, observing that the credibility and effectiveness of the justice system depend significantly upon the competence, integrity and commitment of judicial officers.

The visit concluded with an interactive question-and-answer session, followed by the exchange of souvenirs as a gesture of institutional goodwill.

Published in Dawn, June 17th, 2026