Saudi platform seeks public input on 65 economic and development projects

The unified electronic platform for public and government consultation, Estitlaa, operated by the National Competitiveness Center, has announced the launch of 65 projects related to economic and development affairs.

The platform stated that these projects are being introduced in cooperation with 33 government entities, aiming to enable stakeholders to submit feedback and suggestions before the projects are approved.

Among the proposed projects is an amendment to the executive regulations for the inspection and handling of violations related to antiquities, museums, and urban heritage, submitted by the Ministry of Culture. The amendment aims to implement royal directives to form independent committees to review and decide on appeals and grievances. Public consultation on this project will conclude on December 8, 2026.

The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology has also proposed amendments to the Communications and Information Technology Law, aiming to review and update the law to address current challenges, protect users, and enhance sector resilience. Consultation on this project will end on December 9, 2026.

Other projects include amendments to the Enforcement Law before the Board of Grievances, proposed by the Board itself, to align the law’s provisions with recent legislative changes and to repeal provisions that now have specific regulations. The consultation period for this project also ends on December 9, 2026.

Estitlaa emphasized that launching these projects aims to enhance transparency in the legislative environment, promote a culture of consultation among the public, government bodies, and the private sector, and involve them in shaping projects related to the business environment.