In a move reflecting the rapid development of the judicial sector in Saudi Arabia, the President of the Board of Grievances, Dr. Khalid Al-Yousef, announced a significant achievement: reducing the average duration of litigation in administrative disputes to just 68 days . This development is part of a broader strategy aimed at enhancing the investment environment and making it more attractive, particularly in promising sectors such as venture capital and artificial intelligence.
Historical context and the Kingdom's Vision 2030
The Board of Grievances is an independent administrative judicial body in the Kingdom. Since its establishment, it has undergone numerous developmental phases to become a cornerstone in achieving justice and protecting rights against administrative bodies. Its efforts are of paramount importance in light of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 , which prioritizes economic transformation and diversification of income sources. Attracting local and foreign investment requires a judicial and legislative infrastructure characterized by speed, transparency, and efficiency, which the Board of Grievances strives to achieve through its ongoing development initiatives.
The role of technology and artificial intelligence in accelerating justice
During his participation in the Riyadh International Dispute Resolution Week, Dr. Al-Yousef explained that this achievement would not have been possible without investment in digital transformation and the adoption of modern technologies. He noted that technological capabilities and qualified human resources were harnessed to re-engineer judicial procedures, resulting in reduced waiting times between hearings and faster judgment issuance. He emphasized the commitment to further investing in artificial intelligence to enhance the efficiency of judicial procedures, ensuring swift justice that keeps pace with the Kingdom's comprehensive development.
Economic importance and its impact on investment
Reducing the duration of litigation has significant economic and investment implications. Domestically , this achievement instills greater confidence in the justice system among investors and businesspeople, encouraging them to inject more investments, particularly into bold and innovative projects. Regionally and internationally , it sends a strong message that the Kingdom is a safe and reliable environment for foreign direct investment. International investors consider the efficiency and speed of the dispute resolution system as one of the most important criteria when making their investment decisions. Consequently, this step contributes to enhancing the Kingdom's competitiveness on the global stage as a leading financial and commercial center, and directly supports its goals of becoming a global destination for investment and innovation.
