ISLAMABAD — The Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Pakistan, Han Sungho, paid a courtesy call on Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi on September 28 to discuss key avenues for bilateral cooperation and the ongoing modernization of Pakistan's legal infrastructure.
The high-level meeting centered on exchanging technical insights regarding the digitalization of Pakistan’s judicial system to streamline case management, improve court efficiency, and enhance access to justice for citizens.
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Modernizing Judicial Infrastructure Through Technology
During the discussion, Ambassador Han and Chief Justice Afridi reviewed potential joint initiatives aimed at integrating advanced digital tools and IT frameworks into Pakistan's legal ecosystem. South Korea’s established expertise in e-court management systems and digital evidence handling was highlighted as a valuable reference point for Pakistan's reform agenda.
Key areas of prospective cooperation identified during the meeting include:
Judicial Digitalization: Integrating e-filing systems, digital case management, and automated court procedures to reduce case backlogs.
Capacity Building: Organizing training sessions and technology exchanges for legal professionals and administrative staff.
Bilateral Legal Exchanges: Facilitating official visits and knowledge-sharing delegations between the judiciaries of South Korea and Pakistan.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral relations and fostering continuous engagement in the judicial and legal sectors.
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