Judicial agreement signed between Maldives and Saudi Arabia

An agreement was signed today between the Maldives and Saudi Arabia to enhance cooperation in the judicial sector.

The agreement was signed between the Supreme Court of the Maldives and the Ministry of Justice of Saudi Arabia during the International Judicial Conference taking place in Riyadh, the Saudi capital. Representing the Maldives, the agreement was signed by Chief Justice Abdulla Saeed, and on behalf of the Saudi government, it was signed by Justice Minister Dr. Walid Al Samaani.

The Supreme Court stated that the agreement, signed for a duration of five years, will strengthen legal and administrative procedures related to the judicial sector. Furthermore, it will develop and enhance the professionalism and competency of judges and those working in the judiciary.

Under the agreement, the two nations will also share information and experience related to judicial procedures, systems, and international best practices.

The Supreme Court added that the agreement facilitates the sharing of expertise and skills through technical conferences, training programs, and consultative meetings.

This marks the first agreement made by the Maldivian judiciary with the judicial sector of an Islamic nation.