Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Justice Walid Al-Samaani on Sunday inaugurated the second International Conference on Justice in Riyadh, bringing together more than 4,000 participants and 50 speakers from 40 countries to discuss the theme “Judicial Quality.”

The two-day conference held under the patronage of Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.

In his opening remarks, Al-Samaani said the justice sector has kept pace with rapid global changes due to the unwavering support of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

He said this support has enabled the Kingdom to develop a judicial environment that upholds justice and protects rights.

“Thanks to the leadership’s support, the justice sector in the Kingdom has kept pace with the rapid global transformations across all industries,” he said, noting that the judicial system continues to evolve with “unlimited support” from King Salman and the Crown Prince.

Al-Samaani said the conference builds on ongoing discussions around the future of justice in the digital age and that this year’s edition places “judicial quality” at the center of its agenda.

He described judicial quality as a key driver of economic and social development and a shared priority “for all countries, regardless of their systems.”

“We meet today to discuss the concept of judicial quality and ways to enhance it as the framework by which the efficiency of the justice system is measured,” he said, stressing that improving quality is essential to building an attractive economic and investment environment that supports sustainable development.

The conference is part of a series of global judicial gatherings hosted by the Kingdom, including the International Conference on Judicial Integrity and Well-being held in August 2025, which focused on judicial welfare and integrity.

This year’s edition showcases Saudi Arabia’s judicial advancements, particularly in areas related to quality, faster justice delivery, and rights protection. It also reviews international best practices and highlights the Kingdom’s progress in building a modern, efficient judicial system.

The program features eight panel discussions led by more than 50 speakers, attracting a diverse group of experts, policymakers, and practitioners. Organizers say the turnout of more than 4,000 local and international participants reflects growing global interest in the topic of judicial quality.