The General Assembly declared Saudi Arabia, represented by the General Court of Audit (GCA), as Chair of INTOSAI for a three-year term beginning in 2031. The Kingdom will host delegations from over 195 countries, led by the heads of supreme audit institutions (SAIs), taking the helm of the world’s foremost organization in financial and performance auditing.
This milestone positions Saudi Arabia to guide global efforts in strengthening transparency, public sector governance, and government performance, while reinforcing public trust in national economies.
On this occasion, GCA President Dr. Hussam Alangari extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for their unwavering support and empowerment of the GCA.
Dr. Alangari emphasized that this achievement reflects the Kingdom’s international stature and global trust, enabling it to play a pivotal role in advancing auditing and accountability worldwide. He added that the GCA’s success stems from transformative developments in organizational independence, technical capacity, and methodological innovation, which have enhanced public sector effectiveness and the quality of life for citizens.
“Saudi Arabia welcomes the world in 2031, and we look forward to hosting everyone in Riyadh to shape a global future that promotes transparency, governance, and governmental effectiveness,” Dr. Alangari stated.
This remarkable achievement crowns decades of international engagement by Saudi Arabia through the GCA, which joined INTOSAI in 1977. The Kingdom continues to demonstrate leadership within the global auditing community—serving as Chair of the Arab Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ARABOSAI) since 2022, and set to assume the Chair of the Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) in 2027.
The GCA has also led numerous INTOSAI committees and initiatives focused on capacity building and enhancing the efficiency of peer SAIs in developing countries, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s enduring commitment to advancing global standards of auditing, transparency, and accountability.
Established over 70 years ago, INTOSAI is the largest and most prestigious international organization uniting SAIs worldwide. Today, it comprises more than 195 member countries, each represented by its supreme audit institution, working collectively to enhance governance, strengthen public sector auditing, and improve citizens’ lives across the globe.