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Muscat Daily
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Muscat Daily
Experts discuss AI integration in judicial work in Oman
Muscat – An international symposium titled 'Anticipating Artificial Intelligence in Judicial Work' opened on Wednesday in Muscat under the auspices of Shaikh Ghosn bin Hilal al Alawi, Chairman of State Audit Institution. The two-day event seeks to explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) within judicial systems, focusing on innovation, sustainability and future applications. Key topics of discussion include the legal, technical and ethical challenges associated with integrating AI in the judiciary. In his opening remarks, Issa bin Hamad al Azri, Secretary-General of Supreme Judicial Council, highlighted the opportunities AI presents for judicial development. 'AI represents a significant opportunity to advance judicial work, provided it is used thoughtfully and under responsible human supervision guided by the core principles of justice and the rule of law,' he said. The symposium brings together government ministers, dignitaries, legal professionals, AI experts, academics and private sector representatives to foster dialogue and collaboration. Dr Salem bin Zuwaid al Hashmi, Assistant Secretary-General for Planning and Digital Transformation in the council, emphasised the symposium's goal of creating a professional platform for exchange between legal scholars and AI specialists. 'The objective is to anticipate the role of AI in judicial systems amid rapid digital transformation, address emerging legal and ethical challenges, while promoting innovation and efficiency in the judiciary,' he noted. Hashmi added that the initiative aligns with the Supreme Judicial Council's strategic vision of adopting international best practices and advancing the use of technology in Oman's judicial processes. 'This symposium marks a key step in positioning Oman as a regional leader in applying the rule of law through advanced technologies such as AI,' he said. The event is structured around three core themes: legal, ethical and security concerns; practical applications of AI in judicial procedures; and future directions for international cooperation in AI and justice.
Observer
13-04-2025
- Observer
Gulf Traffic Week 2025 begins
The General Directorate of Traffic at the Royal Oman Police (ROP) launched the 37th edition of the GCC Traffic Week along with the rest of the GCC under the auspices of Issa bin Hamad al Azri, Secretary-General of the Supreme Judicial Council on Sunday. The Week, themed 'Driving Without a Phone' will also be marked with a series of events and educational sessions including an intensive awareness exhibition on various aspects of traffic safety at the Mall of Oman ensuring the participation of the public from various quarters. 'This year's Gulf Traffic Week is paying enormous attention to the fact that the majority of the accidents are caused by recklessness and usage of mobile phones while driving,' said Lieutenant Colonel Saif bin Ahmed al Ramadhani, Director, Executive Office, National Committee for Road Safety at the DG of Traffic Safety, Royal Oman Police. According to him, the major reasons behind traffic accidents in Oman are three. "Major reasons behind road accidents are speeding, usage of mobile phones and driving when one is tired and according to studies, the root cause of 87 per cent of the accidents is attributed to human error," he said. "Accidents happen predominantly due to human behaviour, human errors and reckless driving and a small number of accidents are caused by faulty vehicles because our departments pay careful attention to decide the safety measures of the vehicles from time to time. When it comes to road factor, the Ministry of Transport, Communication and Information Technology (MoTCIT) is sparing no stone unturned and is building better roads and other infrastructure for better transportation," he added. 'Of course, there needs to be a certain amount of public awareness as pedestrians using wrong areas to cut across the road also cause accidents, another major concern as unscientific usage of roads by pedestrians can result in major accidents.
