FCC chief justice hopes court will stand as ‘guardian of constitutionalism, enduring symbol of justice’

Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) Chief Justice Aminuddin Khan on Friday expressed hope that the newly established judicial body would evolve into a “guardian of constitutionalism” and an “enduring symbol of justice” for future generations, as the institution marked an early milestone in its formation.

The FCC was created under the recently enacted 27th Constitutional Amendment, a development that has attracted significant political debate and resistance from opposition parties as well as segments of the judiciary. According to the government, the court’s establishment is aimed at easing the Supreme Court’s caseload, ensuring the timely adjudication of constitutional matters and enhancing the independence and credibility of Pakistan’s judicial framework.

In a message published on the FCC’s newly launched website, Justice Aminuddin described the court’s formation as a “defining moment” in Pakistan’s constitutional evolution. “The creation of this court represents an important moment in the nation’s ongoing constitutional journey — one that reinforces our collective commitment to the rule of law and to the enduring promise of the Constitution,” he said.

He underscored that the FCC had been entrusted with a mandate of “great significance”: interpreting the Constitution with clarity and independence, safeguarding fundamental rights and maintaining stability and balance among state institutions. “The work of this court is not only judicial — it is also a solemn trust that carries profound implications for the lives, liberties and aspirations of Pakistan’s citizens,” he remarked.

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Justice Aminuddin pledged that the court would prioritise integrity, impartiality and intellectual rigour, adding that each case placed before the FCC would be handled with “unwavering commitment to fairness and restraint”. He emphasised the aspiration to cultivate a tradition of reasoned adjudication, institutional dignity and public confidence — qualities he said were essential for any constitutional court.

Calling it a “privilege” to serve as the FCC’s first chief justice, he noted that the institution’s purpose “transcends individuals and moments in time”.

A day earlier, Justice Aminuddin visited the designated site within the Islamabad High Court premises where a new record room for the FCC will be established. Accompanied by Justice Ali Baqir Najafi and Justice Arshad Hussain Shah, he reviewed arrangements for shifting relevant judicial files from the Supreme Court to the facility. He stressed the importance of secure archiving and efficient access to records to support both ongoing and future judicial proceedings.

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