Federal Judicial Academy Islamabad Official

18/09/2026

17/09/2026

JUSTICE MIANGUL HASSAN AURANGZEB PARTICIPATES IN THE 20TH CONFERENCE OF CHIEF JUSTICES OF ASIA AND THE PACIFIC | SEOUL

Hon’ble Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, Judge, Supreme Court of Pakistan and Advisor to the Board of Governors, Federal Judicial Academy, is participating in the 20th Conference of Chief Justices of Asia and the Pacific, being held from 16–19 September 2026 in Seoul, Republic of Korea, under the auspices of the Supreme Court of Korea.

The Conference, a leading judicial forum in the Asia-Pacific region, brings together Chief Justices and senior members of judiciaries from across the region to deliberate upon contemporary issues concerning the administration of justice and to promote the exchange of judicial perspectives, institutional experiences and best practices.

The Conference deliberations encompass a broad range of contemporary themes, including the role of the judiciary across different jurisdictions, use of artificial intelligence in the judiciary and legal profession, judicial education in the modern operating environment, judicial approaches to sexual assault and domestic violence, public confidence in the judiciary, judicial independence, and the role of arbitration in the administration of justice.

Representing Pakistan at this important regional judicial forum, Hon’ble Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb is participating in the Conference deliberations and engagements, contributing to the exchange of perspectives and experiences among participating judiciaries.

On the sidelines of the Conference, His Lordship held a meeting with Hon’ble Justice Noh Gyeong Pil, Minister of National Court Administration, Supreme Court of Korea. H.E. Moazzam Hussain, Ambassador of Pakistan to the Republic of Korea, also attended the meeting.

His Lordship’s participation underscores the continued engagement of the Judiciary of Pakistan with regional and international judicial forums and the importance accorded to judicial dialogue, institutional cooperation and knowledge exchange for strengthening the administration of justice and addressing emerging challenges faced by contemporary justice systems.

16/09/2026

CONCLUDING CEREMONY | NATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMME FOR DISTRICT COURT STAFF

The Federal Judicial Academy (FJA), Islamabad, successfully concluded the National Training Programme for District Court Staff, bringing together court officials from the District Judiciary across Pakistan, including Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), for professional learning, capacity building and the exchange of experiences and best practices.

In his concluding address, Mr. Hayat Ali Shah, Director General, FJA, appreciated the participants’ active engagement throughout the programme and highlighted the vital role of professional and well-trained court staff in the effective functioning of the justice system.

He emphasized the importance of professionalism, integrity, effective communication, efficient court management and continuous professional development, and encouraged the participants to translate the knowledge and skills acquired during the training into improved workplace practices and greater institutional efficiency.

The Director General reaffirmed the Academy’s commitment to strengthening the professional capacity of the district judiciary through quality judicial education and training, contributing to a more efficient, responsive and people-centred justice system.

The concluding ceremony was also attended by Mr. Jehanzeb Shinwari, Director General-designate, FJA, and faculty members of the Academy.

As part of the ceremony, Mr. Jehanzeb Shinwari, Director General-designate, FJA, and Mr. Syed Muhammad Haroon, Senior Director (Academics & Programmes), FJA, presented books to the best performers in the role-play exercise, in recognition of their outstanding participation, preparation and performance.

The programme formally concluded with the distribution of certificates to the participants by the Director General, FJA, marking the successful completion of the training.

Building Capacity. Strengthening Courts. Advancing Justice.

15/09/2026

14/09/2026

FJA–NPA | ADVANCING JUDICIAL–POLICE COLLABORATION

Building stronger institutions. Strengthening professional capacity. Advancing the criminal justice system.

The Federal Judicial Academy (FJA) and the National Police Academy (NPA) held a meeting at FJA, Islamabad, to explore long-term institutional collaboration in the training and professional development of police officers.

Mr. Hayat Ali Shah, Director General, FJA, welcomed Mr. Saad Akhtar Bhawana, Commandant, NPA, and highlighted FJA’s contribution to police training, including the training of newly appointed Assistant Superintendents of Police since 2019. He underscored the importance of equipping police officers with a strong judicial perspective on criminal law and procedure, particularly investigation, appreciation of evidence, prosecution and judicial assessment of criminal cases.

The meeting explored opportunities to further integrate judicial expertise into police training programmes. Mr. Jehanzeb Shinwari, Director General-designate, FJA, reaffirmed FJA’s readiness to provide faculty expertise in the Pakistan Penal Code and other relevant areas of criminal justice.

The meeting was also attended by Mr. Syed Muhammad Haroon Agha, Senior Director (Academics & Programmes), FJA, who supportted the proposed academic collaboration between the two institutions.

The two institutions agreed to advance cooperation through upcoming programmes, including the Mid-Career Course commencing 1 October 2026 and the Assistant Superintendents of Police Training Programme planned for mid-November 2026.

From investigation to adjudication—strengthening the link between policing and justice through knowledge, expertise and institutional partnership.

Federal Judicial Academy, Islamabad
ICT & Social Media Cell, FJA

14/09/2026

OPENING CEREMONY | NATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMME FOR DISTRICT COURT STAFF

The Federal Judicial Academy (FJA), Islamabad, commenced the National Training Programme for District Court Staff, bringing together officials from District Courts across Pakistan for a focused capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening the administrative and operational functioning of the district judiciary.

The programme is designed to enhance professional competence, administrative efficiency, courtroom management and institutional capacity, while providing participants with an opportunity to exchange experiences, share best practices and develop a common understanding of professional standards across jurisdictions.

In his opening address, Mr. Hayat Ali Shah, Director General, Federal Judicial Academy, underscored the vital role of court staff in the effective functioning of courts and the administration of justice. He emphasized that professionalism, integrity, effective communication, sound court management and continuous professional development are essential for ensuring efficient and responsive court services.

The Director General further highlighted the importance of equipping court staff with contemporary knowledge and practical skills to meet the evolving requirements of modern court administration and to contribute effectively towards improving the overall quality of justice delivery.

The programme reflects the Federal Judicial Academy’s continued commitment to strengthening the district judiciary through sustained capacity building of all stakeholders of the justice system and promoting an efficient, professional, responsive and people-centred justice delivery system.

Building Capacity. Strengthening Courts. Advancing Justice.