ISLAMABAD: The Chief Justice of Federal Constitution Court (FCC) stated that the principal objective behind the establishment of this court is to ensure swift and effective constitutional justice through expedited disposal of cases while safeguarding constitutional supremacy and fundamental rights of the people.
FCC CJ Amin-ud-Din Khan stated that in a meeting with a high-level delegation of senior civil servants from Bangladesh, accompanied by the Director General of the Civil Services Academy (CSA) and the distinguished faculty members.
The Chief Justice said that the Court continues to work with dedication, institutional expertise, and judicial commitment to reduce backlog and provide timely constitutional remedies.
The visiting delegation is currently in Pakistan as part of an Executive Leadership Development Training Programme aimed at enhancing institutional understanding of governance, constitutional administration, and public service leadership. The programme includes extensive attachments with various governmental institutions and high-level engagements designed to provide participants with practical insights into Pakistan’s governance and judicial framework.
At the outset of the meeting, the members of the Bangladeshi delegation expressed their gratitude to the Chief Justice and the judges for affording them the opportunity for an in-depth interaction on constitutional adjudication and judicial reforms in Pakistan. They appreciated the significance of the establishment of the Federal Constitutional Court of Pakistan and acknowledged the importance of specialised constitutional forums in strengthening democratic institutions and protecting citizens’ rights.
During the meeting, meaningful discussions were held on constitutional evolution, institutional development, judicial independence, and the role of constitutional courts in ensuring rule of law and good governance. The discussions also reflected upon the longstanding historical relations, shared cultural heritage, and close people-to-people ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both sides emphasized that Pakistan and Bangladesh are brother countries, and highlighted the importance of continued engagement, mutual respect, and institutional cooperation in strengthening democratic governance and administrative excellence.
A documentary was also screened during the session highlighting the achievements and institutional progress of the Federal Constitutional Court during the past six months. The documentary reflected the Court’s commitment towards establishing new judicial traditions and strengthening constitutional governance through this historic institution.
Welcoming the delegation, the Chief Justice emphasized the importance of regional cooperation, institutional learning, and exchange of governance experiences between brother countries. He noted that such engagements contribute positively towards strengthening public institutions and promoting mutual understanding in the areas of constitutional governance and public administration.
The meeting concluded with a cordial exchange of views and best wishes for continued cooperation and professional engagement between institutions dedicated to governance, leadership development, and constitutional rule.
The delegation also met with the Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi at the Supreme Court. The Chief Justice briefed the participants on Pakistan’s judicial system and the ongoing reform initiatives being undertaken by the Supreme Court of Pakistan, the National Judicial (Policy Making) Committee and the Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan. Justice Yahya underscored that the reform agenda is aimed at making the justice system citizen-centric, technology-enabled, transparent, and efficient through institutional modernization, digital integration, and coordinated governance interventions.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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