Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of Kuwait, swore in new judicial officials appointed to key positions during an official ceremony on Tuesday. These officials include: Chief Judge Hani Mohammed Al-Hamdan, appointed as President of the Supreme Judicial Council and the Court of Cassation; Chief Judge Zahra Abdullah Al-Wuqayan, appointed as Vice President of the Court of Cassation and Deputy President of the Supreme Judicial Council; and Chief Judge Tarek Abdul-Latif Al-Jaber, appointed as President of the Court of Appeals and a member of the Supreme Judicial Council.
Justice Minister's Presence and Congratulations to New Officials
During the ceremony, Nasser Al-Sumait, the Minister of Justice, was also present and congratulated the new officials. He acknowledged the leadership's trust in these individuals and appreciated their expertise and judicial backgrounds. Al-Sumait described these appointments as a significant responsibility at the national level and emphasized the vital role of the judiciary in upholding justice and rights and freedoms.
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New Officials' Commitment to Improving the Judicial System
Hani Al-Hamdan, the new President of the Supreme Judicial Council, emphasized his determination to continue developing the judicial system, improving its efficiency and independence, as well as upholding justice and the rule of law. He stated that their main goal is to support rights and freedoms and provide timely justice. Al-Hamdan also expressed gratitude for the issuance of Law No. 80 of 2026 regarding the organization of the judiciary and Amiri Decree No. 169 of 2026, which pertains to the appointment of these officials. He also praised Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, the Prime Minister of Kuwait, for supporting the judiciary and securing the necessary resources for its mission.
The Minister of Justice also assured that the ministry will provide the new judicial officials with the necessary administrative, financial, and technical support to continue achieving their goals in improving justice and respecting the independence of the judiciary. He emphasized the Ministry of Justice's commitment to supporting the judiciary and respecting its independence.
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