Sana’a: The Ministry of Justice and Human Rights, in cooperation with the Yemeni Banks Association, organized a workshop on the role of the judiciary in confronting cybercrime and resolving banking disputes.
According to Yemen News Agency, the workshop, attended by 70 participants from the judiciary and banking sector in Yemen, was inaugurated by the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Dr. Abdulmumin Shujaa al-Din. He emphasized the judiciary’s commitment to resolving banking disputes, highlighting the importance of banking operations to the national economy, particularly during the country’s ongoing challenges of aggression and blockade.
Deputy Minister of Justice and Human Rights, Judge Ibrahim al-Shami, highlighted the ministry’s efforts in organizing workshops and training judicial staff, especially in light of the new investment law. There is an endeavor to integrate cybercrime-related content into the curricula of the Higher Institute of Judiciary.
Judge Dr. Muhammad Al-Shami, Dean of the Higher Institute of Judiciary, underlined the significance of addressing cybercrime and banking disputes, advocating for a holistic approach that aligns with the broader national progress. Dr. Hamoud Al-Najjar from the Central Bank of Yemen reiterated the judiciary’s pivotal role in resolving cybercrime disputes in the banking sector.
Acting President of the Yemeni Banks Association, Mahmoud Qaid Naji, stressed the urgent need to transition to digital systems and enhance cybersecurity measures to protect society and the national economy.
The workshop concluded with several recommendations, including fast-tracking the enactment of laws on information technology crimes and cybersecurity. It called for multiple workshops for judicial personnel on understanding cybercrime, investigation, and legal procedures. The emphasis was on strengthening law enforcement and leveraging international experiences in cybersecurity.
Additionally, the workshop advocated for establishing cybercrime departments in security sectors, enhancing training for judicial and law enforcement personnel, and integrating cybercrime studies into educational institutions. There was a call to develop criminal policies and national legislation responsive to the nature of cybercrime, involving stakeholders in policy design and distribution of responsibilities.