KUWAIT: President of the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) and President of the Court of Cassation Dr Adel Bouresli on Wednesday emphasized the importance of cooperation and coordination among the heads of the supreme and cassation courts in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states to strengthen joint work and advance judicial development.
Bouresli made the remarks during the 11th Regular Meeting of the Heads of the Supreme and Cassation Courts in the GCC held in Kuwait. He said the gathering reflects the spirit of coordination and mutual understanding among GCC states, promoting the exchange of ideas and visions to achieve constructive cooperation between the highest judicial bodies and all courts, serving the interests of member countries and enhancing the GCC’s regional and international stature.
He highlighted that the meeting provides an important platform to bridge gaps between the courts of GCC states, exchange views on procedures that may hinder the enforcement of judicial rulings, and develop practical solutions to overcome any obstacles. The agenda, Bouresli noted, includes several vital topics, such as strengthening judicial cooperation between the supreme and cassation courts in GCC countries, promoting judicial and administrative excellence among judges and employees, and presenting the Judicial and Administrative Excellence Awards.
President of the Supreme Judicial Council and President of the Kuwaiti Court of Cassation, Counselor Dr Adel Boursali
Discussions also cover coordination on supporting candidates in international and Arab judicial forums, as well as collaborative efforts to combat money laundering crimes across the GCC. Assistant Secretary-General for Legislative and Legal Affairs at the GCC General Secretariat, Counselor Sultan Al-Suwaidi, underscored that judicial cooperation is a cornerstone of Gulf integration, crucial for consolidating the rule of law and ensuring justice. He added that the meeting reflects the wise directives of GCC leaders, who emphasize integration and unity as the foundation of the region’s stability and prosperity.
Al-Suwaidi said the agenda continues this ambitious approach with topics including policies to enhance judicial cooperation, the electronic Gulf Judicial Magazine, the electronic platform, judicial principles and the electronic book of rulings and distinguished new judicial precedents. He expressed deep appreciation to His Highness the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Chairman of the current session of the Supreme Council of the GCC, and thanked Dr Bouresli for his efforts to strengthen integration and coordination among judicial bodies in GCC member states. — KUNA
