President of Pakistan, Dr Arif Alvi, on Wednesday, approved the appointment of Justice Qazi Faez Isa as the next Chief Justice of Pakistan. Justice Qazi Faez Isa will assume office on September 17, 2023, following the retirement of the incumbent Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Umar Ata Bandial, as stated in a statement from the President's House.

The incumbent chief justice will reach the age of superannuation on September 16, 2023, in accordance with Article 179 of the Constitution. President Alvi, appointing Justice Qazi Faez Isa under Article 175A(3) of the Constitution, will administer the oath of office to him on September 17, 2023.

The appointment of the incoming Chief Justice, Qazi Faez Isa, is seen as a ray of hope for the improvement of Pakistan's delicate democratic process and the restoration of public confidence in the deteriorating judicial system, particularly under the outgoing chief justice.

The announcement of the incoming Chief Justice three months in advance is regarded as a confidence-building measure among both domestic and international investors.

Both the appointment of the Chief Justice and the selection of the strong army chief, Gen. Asim Munir Ahmed, are setbacks for ousted Prime Minister Imran Khan, who conducted a failed aggressive public and social media campaign against both of these highly professional and upright individuals.

Pakistan's judiciary has faced various challenges and criticisms over the years, including concerns about its independence, efficiency, and access to justice. Corruption and delays in the legal system have been among the key issues raised. Efforts have been made to reform and strengthen the judiciary, however, it lacks confidence in general public.

Pakistan ranks 129 out of 140 in Rule of Law Index 2022 WJP Rule of Law index.

President of Pakistan, Dr Arif Alvi, is a staunch supporter of ousted Prime Minister Imran Khan and the leader of the political party PTI, which is headed by the disgraced Imran Khan.

Imran Khan and the top leadership of PTI are facing numerous severe charges, including the May 9, 2023 attacks on defense installations across Pakistan, allegations of mega corruption, money laundering, misappropriation of funds, and receiving illegal donations from foreign individuals and institutions.