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Sultan bin Ahmed witnesses Judicial Council–UOS agreement

August 04, 2025 / 12:59 PM
Sultan bin Ahmed witnesses Judicial Council–UOS agreement
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Sharjah 24: His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Chairman of the Judicial Council and President of the University of Sharjah (UOS), witnessed, on Monday, the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Judicial Council and the UOS.

The agreement comes within the framework of enhancing institutional cooperation and integrating the roles of educational and judicial institutions in the Emirate of Sharjah. It aims to establish an advanced partnership in academic education, judicial training, the exchange of scientific and intellectual expertise, and the support of research-driven initiatives to develop educational and training curricula and programmes.

Official Signing Ceremony at University Headquarters

The agreement was signed at the University’s headquarters by Sheikh Faisal bin Ali Al Mualla, Secretary-General of the Judicial Council, and Professor Dr Issam Al-Din Ibrahim Ajami, Chancellor of the University of Sharjah (UOS).

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Establishing a Legal and Judicial Sciences Centre

The agreement includes the establishment of a Centre for Legal and Judicial Sciences dedicated to conducting scientific research and legal and judicial studies. It will also facilitate access to various information sources, such as publications and academic research, to support the Judicial Council’s objectives, and will explore the possibility of creating a Professorial Chair in the field of judicial and legal studies.

Joint Academic and Training Programmes

The memorandum further outlines the launch of joint academic programmes, including a Master’s programme in Judicial Studies and a Legal Expert programme at the College of Law. It also includes the development of joint practical training programmes for university students, as well as providing academic and technical support to Judicial Council staff through workshops and specialised training courses. Moreover, it includes cooperation in establishing a joint leadership development programme in the judicial and legal fields, organising specialised scientific conferences and forums, and facilitating the exchange of institutional experiences and field visits between both sides.

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Advancing Legal and Judicial Competencies

This step reflects both sides' commitment to integrating efforts to develop legal and judicial competencies in the Emirate of Sharjah and to provide a supportive academic environment for practical training. The agreement marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the UOS and the Judicial Council. It is expected to contribute to the development of knowledge and training infrastructure, strengthening the link between academic and practical aspects in line with Sharjah’s vision of building a pioneering justice system rooted in knowledge, competence, and transparency.

August 04, 2025 / 12:59 PM

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