Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan
Coverage of Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan in the Nexus archive.
- CJP Afridi promises women facilitation centres in courts nationwide
Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi announced the establishment of women facilitation centres in courts nationwide to provide a safe and supportive environment for female litigants. The centres will include dedicated reception, waiting areas, separate entrances, legal advisory services, and psychosocial support, with 2026-27 designated as the priority year for implementation.
- CJP-led body decides to recommend constitutional tweak to govt for establishment of international commercial court
The Law and Justice Commission of Pakistan recommended a constitutional amendment to establish an International Commercial Court of Pakistan. The proposed court aims to resolve international commercial disputes efficiently, strengthen arbitral awards enforcement, and boost investor confidence. The commission also proposed amendments to the Banking Companies Ordinance to extend consumer protection to microfinance customers.
- LHC moved over delay in setting up constitutional benches
A constitutional petition was filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) demanding immediate establishment of constitutional benches under Article 202A, citing delays despite the 2024 26th Amendment. The petitioner criticized unequal access to constitutional justice and administrative screening of petitions by non-judicial staff, violating constitutional principles.