Sultan Bin Ahmed chairs Judicial Council meeting

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Judicial Council, chaired the council’s inaugural meeting on Saturday morning at the Ruler’s Office in Sharjah.

At the beginning of the meeting, Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed welcomed the council members and expressed his gratitude to Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, for his trust, support, and guidance.

He emphasised the council’s commitment to implementing the Ruler’s directives to achieve its objectives in managing and organising the judiciary in Sharjah, while ensuring complete judicial independence, integrity, and equality.

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed commended the council members for their valuable contributions, emphasising their important roles and responsibilities.

He also stressed that the council’s initiatives would centre on protecting and enhancing the judiciary through the integration of technological innovations and ensuring efficient, transparent services for clients.

The Deputy Ruler of Sharjah emphasised the critical need for training and enhancing human resources to fortify the judicial system in Sharjah.

He also highlighted the importance of boosting Emiratisation rates to achieve the established goals, reinforcing the council’s commitment to maintaining the local judiciary’s reputation and positive image.

The council discussed several important judicial issues, focusing on the proposed legislation for judiciary regulation in Sharjah, the action plan for the transitional phase, and the collaboration strategies with the Ministry of Justice and federal entities.

The council decided to form a special committee made up of some of its members and representatives from the relevant government entities in the Sharjah Government to facilitate a smooth transition without affecting judicial services in the emirate.

Attending the meeting alongside the Chairman of the Judicial Council were Sheikh Faisal Bin Ali Bin Abdullah Al Mualla, Secretary-General of the Judicial Council; Dr Mansour Bin Nassar, Chairman of Sharjah Government Legal Deartment; Judge Dr Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Chairman of Sharjah Court; Judge Ahmed Abdullah Al Mulla, Chairman of the Court of Cassation; Judge Dr Omar Obaid Al Ghoul, Head of the Courts of First Instance; Judge Abdul Rahman Sultan Bin Taliah, Head of the Courts of Appeal; Judge Dr Salama Rashid Salem Tamim Al Ketbi, Head of the Judicial Inspection Department; and CounseLlor Anwar Amin Al Harmoudi, Attorney General and Head of the Public Prosecution Authority.

Recently, Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed inaugurated the “Rumi: 750 Years of Absence. Eight Centuries of Presence” exhibition, which will run until 14th February 2025, at the House of Wisdom (HoW) in Sharjah.

Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed toured the exhibition and reviewed the artefacts celebrating the legacy of poet, philosopher, and author Jalal Al-Din Al Rumi.

The exhibition offers visitors the opportunity to explore his journey and impact on literature, philosophy, and Sufism.

The exhibition itself is thoughtfully divided into three thematic sections, each of which offers visitors an immersive and thought-provoking experience.

“The Beginnings” explores Rumi’s early years, from his birth in Balkh to his family’s migration to Konya. This section focuses on the cultural and historical contexts that shaped his youth and laid the foundations for his later work.

In “The Transformation” section the exhibition reveals Rumi’s spiritual awakening, particularly his transformative encounter with Shams al-Din Al-Tabrizi, which profoundly influenced his philosophy and inspired his most famous works.

Finally, “The Legacy” section illustrates Rumi’s enduring impact on the world, highlighting his poetry, his teachings on divine love, and the Mevlevi whirling practice that has become synonymous with his spiritual path.

In collaboration with Shurooq and the General Directorate of Cultural Heritage and Museums in Türkiye, the exhibition reinforces House of Wisdom’s standing as a communal hub for experiences that inspire learning, cultural appreciation, and community engagement.

WAM