Scientific Council of Judicial Institute holds 1st meeting

September 10, 2026 / 11:43 AM

Sharjah24: The Scientific Council of the Sharjah Judicial Sciences Institute held its inaugural meeting at the Institute’s headquarters. The meeting, chaired by Judge Dr Mohammed Obaid Al Kaabi, Head of the Sharjah Judicial Department and Chairman of the Institute’s Scientific Council, aimed to discuss and approve the Institute’s academic directions and training programmes. These efforts seek to advance the judicial and legal qualification system and keep pace with the judicial and professional needs of the Emirate of Sharjah.

During the meeting, the Council reviewed its objectives and mandate and approved the Institute’s current training tracks. It also explored ways to develop specialised training programmes and initiatives designed to enhance workforce efficiency and strengthen scientific and professional capabilities.

Strengthening academic cooperation and national talent

The Council also discussed fostering academic cooperation with the University of Sharjah and introducing specialised academic programmes in judicial and legal fields. These initiatives aim to meet the judicial sector's needs and support the development and qualification of national talent in accordance with best academic and professional practices.

The meeting was attended by Judge Dr Salama Rashid Al Ketbi, Judge Dr Shamma Al Salman, Counsellor Dr Salah Al Hammadi, Prof. Dr Adnan Ibrahim Sarhan, Brigadier Dr Jamal Ahmed Al Shehhi, Dr Imad El-Din Hussein, Counsellor Haitham Khalid Shuheil Al Qahtani, and Engineer Ahmed Jamal Al Soufi.