Chief Justice: Impartiality of judges is the very foundation of the judiciary


Chief Justice Tan Sri Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat. - IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

PUTRAJAYA (Bernama): Court judges should remain independent and decide on cases without fear or favour and without any pressure from any quarters, whether internal or external, says Chief Justice Tun Tengku Maimun Tuan Mat.

She said the people's trust and confidence in the judicial system to deliver impartial justice is the very foundation of the judiciary.

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