Bahrain respects independent judiciary

Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement in response to statements made regarding the court sentences issued by the Supreme Court on Tuesday in “the cases of 20 defendants charged with attempting to overthrow the government and communication with foreign entities, along with the violation of constitutional laws.”

The Ministry reiterated its adherence to the principle of respecting an independent judiciary and the sentences issued by it, as well as taking into consideration the preservation of a fair trial for defendants and in accordance with criminal law procedures. Further, it was noted that all who have been convicted can appeal their verdicts.

The statement reaffirmed that Bahrain is proud of its fair and independent judiciary as is specified in the Constitution, as well as its judicial practices that are in accordance with the kingdom’s commitments stemming from international agreements to which it is a signatory party.

The Ministry also said that Bahrain believes in and respects the principles related to the sovereignty of the law and the separation between authorities, in addition to non-intervention in the sentences passed down by the independent judiciary.