Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Wednesday met with the members of the Supreme Council of Judicial Bodies and Authorities, where he affirmed the state's respect for the independence of the judiciary and its commitment to non-interference in its affairs. The meeting, held on Egyptian Judiciary Day, was attended by Minister of Justice Adnan Fangary and the heads of the country's top judicial bodies. In his opening remarks, Al-Sisi congratulated Egypt's judges and expressed his great appreciation for the role judicial bodies play in "consolidating and protecting constitutional principles, upholding the rule of law, and safeguarding citizens' rights," a presidency statement said. The Egyptian president stressed that the state's keenness on judicial independence is a "firm approach to ensure the supremacy of swift justice and the rule of law," which contributes to consolidating social peace and protecting the system of rights and duties. For his part, the minister of justice expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the continuous attention and development the judicial system has received under the president's tenure. He reviewed the measures taken to expedite the resolution of lawsuits and achieve swift justice, as well as the steps taken for technical development in various judicial bodies. The members of the Supreme Council affirmed their continued work to consolidate the principles of justice and the rule of law, recognising the judiciary's vital role in building and protecting society. They also praised the president's constant keenness to preserve the status of the judiciary. The meeting was attended by the heads of the Supreme Constitutional Court, the Court of Cassation, the State Council, the Cairo Court of Appeal, the Public Prosecution, the State Lawsuits Authority, the Administrative Prosecution Authority, and the Military Justice Authority.
