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Judicial authorities in Canary Islands and Dominican Republic launch new terms

judicial reform judiciary training legal modernization Canary Islands Dominican Republic

The judicial systems in the Canary Islands and the Dominican Republic have marked the start of new judicial cycles with focuses on modernization and professional training.

In the Canary Islands, the High Court of Justice (TSJC) held its opening ceremony for the 2026-2027 judicial year. President Juan Avello Formoso highlighted the completion of the implementation of instance courts as a major milestone for 2025, aimed at improving efficiency and proximity to citizens. The ceremony also recognized the contributions of retired magistrates for the first time.

In the Dominican Republic, the National School of the Judiciary (ENJ) launched the 2-2026 training program for judicial aspirants. Supreme Court President Henry Molina presided over the induction of 25 participants, 68% of whom are women. The program is designed to strengthen legal knowledge and ensure judicial independence and integrity among future judges.

Entities

Escuela Nacional de la Judicatura · Henry Molina · Juan Avello Formoso · Suprema Corte de Justicia · Tribunal Superior de Justicia de Canarias

Sources

JEM deberá evaluar fallos de Hernán Rivas una vez que su condena quede firme, afirma ministro [1000noticias.com.py]
La Justicia canaria afronta el nuevo año judicial con el reto de consolidar su modernización y reforzar sus medios [elburgado.com]
Veinticinco abogados ingresan al Programa Formación Aspirantes a Jueces de Escuela de la Judicatura | La Verdad sin Compromiso [www.dominicanoshoy.com]