The reforms in Regional Government had the precise purpose of enhancing the level of administrative and developmental work in the regions of the Kingdom, while at the same time preserving security and order and ensuring the rights of citizens and their freedom within the framework of the Islamic Shariah.
King Fahd’s decree dealing with Regional Government listed the thirteen regions and the cities in which the headquarters of each region are located.
| Region | Location of HQ |
|---|---|
| Riyadh Region | Riyadh |
| Makkah Region | Holy City of Makkah |
| Madinah Region | Holy City of Madinah |
| Qassim Region | Buraidah |
| Eastern Region | Dammam |
| Asir Region | Abha |
| Tabouk Region | Tabouk |
| Hail Region | Hail |
| Northern Border Region | Arar |
| Jizan Region | Jizan |
| Najran Region | Najran |
| Baha Region | Baha |
| Al-Jouf Region | Skaka |