Maktoum bin Mohammed Approves Dubai's Judicial Strategy 2024-2026

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who is the First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, and Chairman of the Dubai Judicial Council, has approved the Dubai Judicial Inspection Authority's strategic plan for 2024-2026. This plan is designed to ensure fairness, high-quality services, and strong standards in the judicial system. It aims to balance judicial independence with accountability and make sure the courts are fair and work properly.

During a meeting with the Dubai Judicial Council, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum discussed the details of the new strategic plan. The plan focuses on improving how judicial inspections are carried out and keeping the system efficient. It has four goals, 11 smaller objectives, and 27 measures to monitor its progress. These goals align with Dubai’s vision of becoming a global leader in judicial services. The plan is based on important values such as honesty, teamwork, innovation, and transparency, ensuring that the courts perform their duties effectively.

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Aiming for Leadership

Sheikh Maktoum said the plan aligns with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. This vision aims to make Dubai the leader in providing fast, fair, and high-quality judicial services. The plan supports Dubai's ambition to grow and strengthen its position globally by ensuring justice is delivered quickly and fairly to all.

Sheikh Maktoum said, “This strategic plan is a strong step toward improving Dubai’s judicial system. It shows our promise to make the courts better and faster while keeping justice fair for everyone. By following international standards, we ensure that Dubai’s judicial system becomes a global example of fairness and efficiency.”

He added that the plan also aims to enhance services, create a transparent system, and make sure that the laws are followed correctly. It supports Dubai’s wider goals of achieving development and building a competitive and forward-looking system.

Strategic Goals

His Excellency Mohammed Mubarak Al Sabousi, Chief of the Judicial Inspection Authority, explained the main goals of the strategic plan. The plan has been created to meet the needs of Dubai’s future growth and ensure the smooth running of the judicial system.

The plan focuses on four main goals:

1. Improving the process of judicial inspections to ensure judges perform their duties well.
2. Bringing in digital tools and systems to make work faster and smarter.
3. Encouraging new ideas and innovation to improve performance.
4. Helping create better and clearer laws to support the legal system.

In addition to these goals, the plan has 11 smaller objectives. These include creating clear rules for judicial inspections, handling complaints about judges, and improving the use of technology to make work easier and more efficient.

Measuring Success

To ensure the plan works as intended, 27 performance measures have been introduced. These will track the progress and success of the plan, ensuring that the goals are met. The Judicial Inspection Authority will also conduct studies and research to help improve and update laws when necessary.

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum praised the efforts of the teams who worked on the strategic plan. He acknowledged their hard work and dedication, which will help Dubai achieve its goal of having the best judicial system in the world. Sheikh Maktoum said this plan is another step toward ensuring fairness, transparency, and excellence in Dubai’s courts. It reflects Dubai’s commitment to justice and its aim to set an example for the world in providing fair and effective judicial services.