Astana to host meeting of Chairmen of SCO states’ Supreme Courts

Improvement and assessment of the courts’ activities, the selection and appointment of judges, openness of justice, the use of information and communication technologies in the proceedings, as well as a number of practical questions in the administration of justice will be on the agenda of the meeting.

A separate theme for discussion will be a role of the supreme courts’ judges in fighting terrorism.

Following the meeting, is expected to sign the Joint Statement of Presidents of Supreme Courts of the SCO member states to strengthen cooperation and partnership for the joint promotion of the rule of law and protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms.