Cairo: The UAE Federal Supreme Court participated in the ninth Cairo high-level meeting of Presidents of African Constitutional and Supreme Courts and Councils, hosted in Egypt on 7 – 8 February. The gathering saw representation from 28 countries, alongside several international and African organizations, focusing on significant topics, including the integration of artificial intelligence in judicial processes, particularly within constitutional justice.
According to Emirates News Agency, the Federal Supreme Court’s delegation was led by Mohamed Hamad Al Badi, the Court’s President, and included Judge Shehab Abdulrahman Al Hammadi and Mohammed Saeed Nasser Al Shibli, Director of the Support Services Department. During the session on technological challenges and artificial intelligence, Al Dhaheri emphasized AI’s emerging role as a crucial element in future development. He noted that while AI impacts various sectors, justice is guided by moral values and judicial conscience.
The UAE’s advancements in digital transformation within the judiciary were underscored by Al Dhaheri, highlighting initiatives like electronic justice and smart courts. These advancements are designed to maintain judicial independence and data confidentiality, with AI acting as a supportive tool for judges rather than replacing human judgment.
Al Dhaheri also mentioned the UAE’s top regional ranking in the 2025 Network Readiness Index, showcasing its robust digital infrastructure and progress in digital transformation indicators. Furthermore, he outlined the UAE’s pioneering application of Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA), which enhances legislative quality according to international standards while preserving societal values.
The significance of the meeting in discussing constitutional and technological challenges was acknowledged by Al Dhaheri, who expressed gratitude to Egypt for hosting the event and fostering cooperation among African and Arab constitutional courts.