President Vahagn Khachaturyan participated in the ceremony dedicated to Judiciary Day

The President of the Republic, Vahagn Khachaturyan, participated in and delivered a welcoming address in the ceremony dedicated to Judiciary Day.

“The vitality of a democratic state depends not only on the existence of political institutions, but also on their real effectiveness. At the core of this system stands the judiciary, as the main guarantor of the preservation of constitutional order and the rule of law.

The Constitution is the foundation of a state governed by the rule of law, and the judiciary is the mechanism through which that foundation is transformed into a living reality. The independence and impartiality of courts are not merely formal attributes of democracy, but its substantive essence. Without independent courts, both the protection of citizens’ rights and public trust in the state system are impossible.

Trust in the judiciary is formed when justice is not only administered, but is also perceived as fair, accessible, and transparent. It is this trust that connects the citizen to the state and strengthens the foundations of a state governed by the rule of law.

Judicial independence is a constitutional value and, at the same time, a great responsibility. It requires that judges make every decision solely on the basis of the law and their own conscience, free from any influence. Upholding this principle is of decisive importance for the balance of the entire state system.
This day is also an opportunity to appreciate the service rendered by representatives of the judicial system. Your work plays an important role in strengthening the rule of law and democratic statehood in Armenia.

I am confident that through continuous and consistent efforts, we will be able to develop a judiciary that fully fulfills its constitutional mission and serves the public interest.

I congratulate you on the Judiciary Day and wish you success in your responsible service.”