ABU DHABI, UAE – The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) discussed legal and judicial issues with a delegation from Norway.
The Norwegian delegation was given a tour of the main building of ADJD, introduced to all divisions and courts and to the different sections and chambers of the courts.
This move is consistent with the directives of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Presidential Court, and ADJD Chairman, to exchange experiences with local and international institutions to implement global best practices.
The delegation was also briefed about the applicable regulations, the Judicial Department’s initiatives to establish specialized courts for foreigners and the pioneering experience with remote litigation at the stage of registration of claims, case preparation and hearing.
Judge Abdelhafiz Zeidan, President of the Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Matters Court, also received the visiting delegation and briefed them on the Civil Marriage Law and its effects, its objectives and scope.
The judge also briefed the delegation about the services offered by this court, as well as the Foreigners’ Services Office and the applicable procedure for the registration of civil wills.
During the visit, the delegation also learned about the central role of the ADJD in enhancing the competitiveness of Abu Dhabi, through the advanced judicial system it implements in support of the Emirate’s economy.
It was also made aware about providing world-class services that meet the needs of the court users of different nationalities both inside and outside the country.
The members of the Norwegian delegation praised the ADJD’s achievements in implementing the remote litigation system and simplifying judicial procedures with the help of modern technology, stressing the desire to develop joint cooperation in all areas.