The National Judicial Conference (NJC) marks an important event in the judicial history of Pakistan.  NJC is taking place in the backdrop of functioning democratic institutions in the country and the ongoing reform process of the Federal and Provincial Judiciary under the Access to Justice Programme. NJC offers a unique opportunity to the judges of the Superior Courts, members of the Bar and other professionals to interact, share experiences, and crystallize issues, faced in the administration of justice in the country at all levels. The paramount importance of holding the Conference lies in identifying the future role of the system of the administration of justice in the light of existing and emerging problems and to undertake short-term and long-term planning for legal and judicial reforms.