King Hamad affirms judicial independence

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa today received at Al-Sakhir Palace newly-appointed Head of the Constitutional Court Shaikh Khalifa bin Rashid bin Abdulla Al-Khalifa and the President of the Court of Cassation and the Supreme Judicial Council Salim bin Mohammed Salim Al-Kawari, who took their oath. HM the King congratulated them on their appointment and lauded their competence, experience and contribution to the judiciary system in Bahrain, wishing them every success in performing their duties to promote justice, the rule of the law and respect of the constitution. HM the King affirmed keenness on bolstering the independence of the judiciary for reform steps and modernization to continue unabated and yield further national progress and prosperity. He credited the judicial system in Bahrain for its long-standing probity, fairness and impartiality in advocating citizens’ issues, preserving their rights and protecting society from any detrimental phenomena. He emphasized the crucial role of the Constitutional Court, stressing its efforts to ensure the constitutionality of laws and achieve justice. He also underscored the importance of full cooperation between the three branches of government to achieve the desired goals, in the state of law and constitutional institutions, so as to serve the nation, protect citizens’ rights and maintain security and stability. HM the King reiterated Bahrain’s firm resolve to continue developing state institutions and support them with national cadres and competences which proved their credentials in all fields.