It certainly is important. It is even a way of delivering justice in a territory or region. All these things are very important. Of course, if we were in 1950, we would perhaps not be having this discussion, but now the technology allows it. So, my answer to your question is a general yes. It is still important for some hearings to be held in person, but I say yes in general to video conferencing.
On September 17th, 2018. See this statement in context.