Doha: HE Head of the Judicial Inspection Authority at the Supreme Judiciary Council (SJC) Judge Ahmed Al Mansoori has announced a new work program for the 2026-2030 period aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the judicial system and improving the quality of judicial work, aligning with the SJC's vision and the Qatar National Vision 2030.
According to Qatar News Agency, Judge Al Mansoori highlighted that the program includes developing mechanisms for inspection and performance oversight, enhancing the quality of judicial rulings, reinforcing transparency and institutional governance, improving judicial personnel's efficiency and qualifications, and supporting digital transformation efforts.
The Judicial Inspection Authority has undergone significant development after the issuance of Law No. 8 of 2023 and subsequent regulatory decisions, which have bolstered the Authority's role in continuous monitoring and improving the quality of judicial performance. Judge Al Mansoori emphasized the challenge of keeping pace with technological advancements, especially in electronic systems.
Judge Al Mansoori further explained that the Authority plays a crucial role in supporting the quality and efficiency of judicial work. This is achieved through monitoring and analyzing performance indicators, examining challenges, and presenting proposals for development, which enhance institutional efficiency and judicial outcomes.
In terms of litigant confidence, Judge Al Mansoori stated that judicial inspection is fundamental in strengthening society's trust in the justice system by reinforcing integrity, impartiality, and transparency, and by organizing the reception and review of complaints within a legal framework.
The new work program also aims at improving the evaluation indicators of judicial performance by adopting more comprehensive and accurate standards linked to institutional governance, benefiting from statistics, and developing a continuous qualification system for judges.
Judge Al Mansoori noted that continuous training and qualification of judges is a key pillar in improving judicial performance, with the Authority identifying training needs through inspections and follow-up activities.
The Authority is increasingly advancing towards digital transformation, employing advanced systems for performance monitoring, data analysis, and report writing, which enhance efficiency and accuracy compared to traditional methods. In line with the digital justice project, there is a move towards expanding the use of electronic systems, modern technologies, and artificial intelligence to support judicial and supervisory work.
In response to inquiries about expediting litigation processing time and its relation to the quality of rulings, Judge Al Mansoori asserted that achieving prompt justice requires balancing speed with the quality of judgments, a balance the Authority seeks to reinforce through developing performance indicators and continuous monitoring.
On institutional coordination, he reiterated the Authority's commitment to strengthening cooperation with various judicial bodies both locally and internationally, facilitating the exchange of expertise and best practices in inspection, governance, and institutional development.
Judge Al Mansoori expressed optimism about the future of judicial work in Qatar, highlighting strong support for the judicial sector and the move towards establishing an advanced digital system that aligns with legislative and technological developments, thereby enhancing the quality and efficiency of judicial performance.
In conclusion, Judge Al Mansoori stated that several initiatives will be launched over the coming period. These include issuing a judicial governance document, updating performance indicators, strengthening judicial training programs, and projects related to judicial publications and studies that support institutional work.