President Approves Appointment of Justice Qazi Faez Isa as Chief Justice of Pakistan

President Approves Appointment of Justice Qazi Faez Isa as Chief Justice of Pakistan

Islamabad, June 21, 2023 – President Dr. Arif Alvi has given his approval for the appointment of Justice Qazi Faez Isa as the next Chief Justice of Pakistan.

According to a statement from the President House, Justice Qazi Faez Isa will assume the position on September 17, 2023, following the retirement of the current Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Umar Ata Bandial.

Justice Umar Ata Bandial will reach the age of superannuation on September 16, 2023, as per Article 179 of the Constitution. The appointment of Justice Qazi Faez Isa as the Chief Justice was made by the President under Article 175A (3) of the Constitution.

Furthermore, President Dr. Arif Alvi will also administer the oath of office to Justice Qazi Faez Isa on September 17, 2023, solidifying his new role as the Chief Justice of Pakistan.

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