Islamabad:
The judge of the Supreme Court, Shahid Bilal Hassan, has said that the Constitutional Bank, established under amendment 26 to the Constitution, reflected the will of the Parliament and marked a structural development in the operation of the court.
By invitation of the International Lawyers Association (ILA), Judge Shahid Bilal Hassan attended the Annual Seminary of Ila and dinner at Gray’s Inn, London, where he was the guest of honor, according to a press release.
The event drawn a distinguished meeting of global legal fraternity, with a notable participation in southern Asia, particularly Pakistan, Bangladesh and India, as well as high -level practitioners and a former judge of the United Kingdom.
The seminar provided a vital platform for dialogue on contemporary legal issues, challenges faced by judicial systems and the shared commitment of the international legal community with justice and the rule of law.
In his speech, Judge Shahid Bilal Hassan spoke about two central issues: the importance of the Constitutional Bank of the Supreme Court of Pakistan and the need to address the case of cases.
He explained that the Constitutional Bank, established under amendment 26 to the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, 1973, reflects the will of Parliament and marks a structural development in the functioning of the court.
The bank, he said, ensures an approach dedicated to constitutional interpretation and award, and the Judiciary faithfully discharges its role as guardian of the Constitution within the framework, prescribed by law. He stressed that the Judiciary cannot extend its mandate beyond the limits established by the Constitution and must constantly adhere to its constitutional role.
On the issue of the request for orders, the Billal Judge recognized the heavy pendency of cases before the Supreme Court, emphasizing that access to justice requires timely and efficient elimination of disputes. He reaffirmed that the judges are deeply aware of their constitutional duty and remain completely dedicated to downloading it with diligence, impartiality and efficiency.
He underlined the importance of systematic measures, such as improved cases management, technology solutions for audiences and monitoring, and a better rationalization of judicial time to prioritize issues of significant constitutional consequence.
Reducing pendencia, emphasized, is not only an administrative need, but also an essential constitutional imperative for public confidence in the Judiciary and the rule of law.
Judge Shahid Bilal’s comments were warmly received by the participants and reflected the resolution of the Pakistan Supreme Court of addressing contemporary challenges with forecast while they remained anchored in constitutionalism, equity and the rule of law.
His participation in this prestigious forum also contributed to strengthening professional ties, improving mutual understanding and promoting significant exchange between jurists and lawyers from various jurisdictions.
