The title above is followed by a question mark for a reason. The question mark is there because I am not sure if justice is even a consideration for the Kingdom.
The King of Saudi Arabia is the head of the government, and all decisions are taken by him after consultation with the royal family. The Quran is the constitution of the country and the basis of its system of Sharia law.
The royal family has complete control over the distribution of wealth, and only the vast oil wealth of the country assures an adequate amount of funds for the average citizen.
Saudi Arabia is currently at war with Yemen, a country without sufficient means of defense save for the contribution of Iran. Thus, the conflict is a proxy war between Saudi Arabia and Iran.
Many expatriate workers are present in Saudi Arabia, and they have little recourse in the system of Saudi law. Like Kuwait, they are in Saudi Arabia by the their own choice.
Some degree of political corruption is the rule among royal family members, often persisting under the term “wasta,” an Arabic word roughly meaning influence. This is accepted as the norm.
The position of women in the country is restricted. All women must have a male guardian. They are not permitted to drive.
The issue of justice for the people of Saudi Arabia is simply not on the table.
