Topics discussed:

• The separation of powers;
• The principles of the independence of the judiciary with respect to the West Bank and Gaza Strip;
• The impact of Israeli policy on the independence of the judiciary;
• The current status of the judiciary;
• Necessary mechanisms to guarantee independence of the judiciary;
• The role of the courts and the denial of their authority;
• The role of the judiciary in maintaining human rights;
• The need to form a judicial council with clear authorities and legal structure;
• Lawyers' role in guaranteeing the independence of the judiciary.