President Al-Alimi Praises Judiciary’s Role in Safeguarding Civil Peace and Legal Status of State

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His Excellency President Dr. Rashad Mohammed Al-Alimi, President of the Presidential Leadership Council, met today, Tuesday, at the Ma'ashiq Presidential Palace with Judge Mohsen Yahya Talib, Head of the Supreme Judicial Council, along with several members of the Judicial Council. The meeting was attended by Judge Badr Al-Ardah, Minister of Justice, and Judge Qaher Mustafa, the Attorney General.

During the meeting, President Al-Alimi congratulated the judiciary's leadership and all its members on the occasion of the new judicial year. He expressed the Council’s appreciation and pride in the achievements of this esteemed national institution and acknowledged the significant role played by the judiciary in enforcing the constitution and the law.

His Excellency reaffirmed that the judiciary will remain a leading state institution deserving full support and attention, given its distinguished status and critical role in delivering justice and maintaining civil peace, despite the challenges and difficult circumstances facing the nation.

Furthermore, His Excellency reiterated the commitment of the Presidential Leadership Council and the government to uphold the judiciary's independence and avoid interference in its affairs, as this is a fundamental pillar of both the constitution and good governance.

The President emphasized that the current phase of reconstruction requires doubled efforts and continuous work, placing a significant national responsibility on judicial bodies to reinforce state authority, ensure citizens access their rights, and raise awareness of their duties.

His Excellency, along with fellow members of the Presidential Leadership Council, expressed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by judicial personnel. He reaffirmed his confidence in the judiciary's ability to overcome difficulties, maintain its vital work, and deliver justice to the oppressed, guided by their deep commitment to their national responsibilities under  these exceptional circumstances.

President Al-Alimi addressed the increasing security challenges and threats, emphasizing the need to develop the legal framework governing the judiciary to effectively counter the Iran-backed terrorist Houthi militia and their violations.

His Excellency commended the efforts of the Supreme Judicial Council and its distinguished members for their achievements during the past period. He pledged to work with the government to secure the necessary resources for developing the judicial system, upholding justice, and facilitating the judiciary's services for citizens.

Addressing the judiciary's leadership, the President stated: "We are proud of your accomplishments over the past period, including close coordination with relevant authorities to defend the state's legal status, prosecute outlaws, exonerate the innocent, combat corruption, and counter terrorism." He stressed that the judiciary’s efforts—alongside those of their counterparts in the armed forces, security agencies, state institutions, and the broader society—form the foundation for safeguarding social stability and achieving a resounding victory, God willing.

During the meeting, the President received briefings from the Head of the Supreme Judicial Council and other judicial leaders regarding progress on pending cases before various judicial circuits. The discussions highlighted the judiciary's pivotal role in strengthening state authority and enforcing the rule of law, including the presidential ratification of over 150 final judicial rulings in serious criminal cases—marking the resumption of such deterrent sentences after nearly a decade-long hiatus.

The briefings also covered significant advances in institutional capacity-building and the expedited processing of litigation and citizen services.

Judicial leaders provided detailed insights into the pressing institutional and livelihood needs facing justice sector personnel at all levels.