Sharjah: H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Chairman of the Judicial Council and President of the University of Sharjah (UOS), participated in the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Judicial Council and the UOS.
According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement aims to enhance institutional cooperation and integrate the roles of educational and judicial institutions in Sharjah. This partnership focuses on academic education, judicial training, exchanging scientific and intellectual expertise, and supporting research initiatives to develop educational and training curricula.
The agreement was formalized at the university’s headquarters by Sheikh Faisal bin Ali Al Mualla, Secretary-General of the Judicial Council, and Professor Dr. Issam Al-Din Ibrahim Ajami, Chancellor of the UOS. It includes establishing a Centre for Legal and Judicial Sciences for conducting research and studies, and improving access to information sources to support the Judicial Council’s goals. The possibility of creating a Professorial Chair in judicial and legal studies is also under consideration.
The memorandum outlines the launch of joint academic programmes, including a Master’s in Judicial Studies and a Legal Expert programme at the College of Law. It aims to develop practical training programmes for students and provide support to Judicial Council staff through workshops and training courses.
Additionally, it involves cooperation in creating a leadership development programme in judicial and legal fields, organizing scientific conferences and forums, and facilitating experience exchange and field visits between the institutions.
This collaboration reflects a commitment to developing legal and judicial competencies in Sharjah and creating a supportive academic environment for practical training. The agreement represents a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the UOS and the Judicial Council.
It is anticipated to enhance knowledge and training infrastructure and strengthen the link between academic and practical aspects, aligning with Sharjah’s vision of a pioneering justice system rooted in knowledge, competence, and transparency.