Dr. Khalid bin Mohammed Al-Yousef expressed his deepest gratitude and appreciation to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud - may God protect them - on the occasion of the issuance of the Royal Decree appointing him as Attorney General of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with the rank of Minister.
Pride in trust and national responsibility
In his first statement following his appointment, Dr. Al-Yousef affirmed that this gracious royal trust is a badge of honor he cherishes, and at the same time, a great national responsibility that necessitates the utmost effort. He emphasized his commitment to providing the highest standards of institutional judicial work in fulfilling the duties of the Public Prosecution, thereby achieving the goals of swift justice, protecting rights, and safeguarding freedoms, within a framework of strict integrity, transparency, and high professionalism required at this critical juncture.
A distinguished career and accumulated judicial experience
The appointment of Dr. Khalid Al-Yousef to this prestigious position is the culmination of a distinguished career in the judicial and administrative sectors. He previously served as President of the Board of Grievances, where he spearheaded significant digital and procedural transformations within the administrative judiciary. The transfer of this accumulated expertise to the Public Prosecution is a strategic move reflecting the wise leadership's commitment to infusing leadership with a comprehensive developmental vision, capable of aligning long-standing judicial experience with the demands of administrative modernization.
The Public Prosecution and keeping pace with Vision 2030
Al-Yousef indicated that the next phase will witness continued diligent work on developing the institutional performance of the Public Prosecution and enhancing the legal competencies of its members and their assistants. He explained that these steps are in line with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, which places great importance on developing the judicial system and modernizing legislation.
This stage is of paramount importance both locally and internationally, as the Kingdom is witnessing an unprecedented legislative revolution aimed at strengthening the principles of transparency, consolidating confidence in criminal justice, and enhancing community security, which will positively impact the investment environment and quality of life, in accordance with the highest local and international professional practices.
Thanks, appreciation and aspirations for the future
The Attorney General commended the efforts of his colleagues who worked with him in his previous posts, particularly at the Board of Grievances, praising their sense of responsibility and integrity. Dr. Khalid Al-Yousef concluded his statement by praying to God Almighty for success and guidance in fulfilling the expectations of the wise leadership, and to continue working with dedication and sincerity to achieve the aspirations of the rulers in upholding the values of justice and serving the nation, its citizens, and residents alike. He asked God Almighty to perpetuate the Kingdom's security, stability, and prosperity.
