The National Competitiveness Center's Public Consultation Platform, Istitlaa, has put forward 90 projects related to economic and development affairs. In cooperation with 21 government bodies, the NCC invites the general public, government entities, and the private sector to express their views and feedback on projects prior to their approval.
The General Authority for the Care of the Two Holy Mosques has presented a key project on the Istitlaa platform titled 'Procedural Guide for Iftar Meal Permits during Ramadan Season.' The project aims to regulate and manage the issuance process of iftar meal permits in Masjid Al-Haram and the Prophet's Mosque during the Ramadan season. Public feedback on this project will be accepted until September 2, 2025.
The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has presented a key project on the Istitlaa platform titled 'Amendment to Housing Support Eligibility Regulations.' The project is designed to provide housing solutions that align with the needs of Saudi families by enabling new demographics of citizens to benefit from housing support. Public feedback on the project is open until September 4, 2025.
The Ministry of Commerce is seeking public feedback on a new regulatory framework titled 'Implementing Regulations of Precious Metals and Gemstones Law.' The project aims to specify the regulatory provisions for the trade and industry of precious metals, gemstones, and their artifacts, as well as items plated, painted, and inlaid with them, along with the monitoring controls in accordance with best practices. Public consultation on this project will remain open until September 4, 2025.
The Ministry of Tourism is seeking public feedback on a new regulatory framework titled 'Amendments to Tourism Law.' The project aims to amend several provisions of the Tourism Law to ensure its alignment with regulatory developments, thereby contributing to improving the quality of tourism services. Public consultation on this project will remain open until September 20, 2025.
The Saudi Broadcasting Authority has presented a key project on the Istitlaa platform titled 'Amendment to Regulations for the Production and Management of Digital Content.' The project is designed to engage the private sector and relevant stakeholders in providing their feedback on the proposed amendments to the Regulation for the Production and Management of Digital Content (Articles 10, 13, and 17). Public feedback on the project is open until September 20, 2025.
The introduction of draft regulations, by-laws, and similar projects through the Istitlaa platform serves as an affirmation of enhanced transparency in the legislative environment. Likewise, Istitlaa fosters a culture of public participation by enabling citizens, government agencies, and the private sector to contribute their insights and feedback on proposed regulations related to the business environment.