ABSTRACT

The justice sector is vital for a healthy democracy. Its institutionalization in light of the Arab Spring has proven to be critical for smooth political democratic transition in countries such as Egypt and Tunisia. Its absence can lead to catastrophic consequences. The promotion of justice under various principles such as human rights, citizenship, fairness, equal application of the law, economic and political freedoms, and combating corruption, constitutes the fundamental foundation of civic culture and democratic tradition. The role of the judiciary in Lebanon is also critical because of the population’s diversity and complexity. It can offer ways for arbitration and dispute mediation toward conflict resolution or transformation, hence undermining extremism and violent confrontations. Justice is the essence of political stability and coexistence in a plural society.