The National Competitiveness Center's Public Consultation Platform, Istitlaa, has put forward 47 projects related to economic and development affairs. In cooperation with 24 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 Ministry of Culture has presented a key project on the Istitlaa platform titled 'Implementing Regulation for the Crafts and Handicrafts Law.' The project aims to promote, preserve, and protect the crafts and handicrafts that form part of the Kingdom's cultural heritage. Public feedback on this project will be accepted until September 16, 2025.
The Transport General Authority has presented a key project on the Istitlaa platform titled 'Mechanisms and Regulations for the Continuation of Authorized Individual Taxi Service Providers, and the Penalties Schedule.' The aim of the project is to regulate the practice of public taxi transportation and the operation of airport taxi services for individual service providers. Public feedback on the project is open until September 17, 2025.
The General Authority for Statistics is seeking public feedback on a new regulatory framework titled 'Charter of Statistical Work Ethics.' The project aims to establish principles of transparency, objectivity, and professional integrity; safeguard the privacy of individuals and their data; and ensure the credibility of statistical work at all stages. Public consultation on this project will remain open until September 18, 2025.
The Capital Market Authority is seeking public feedback on a new regulatory framework titled 'Amendment to the Capital Market Institutions Regulations for Robo-Advisory Services,' This project aims to enable capital market institutions to provide robo-advisory services, promoting fintech, enhancing market efficiency, and expanding financial accessibility through modern technology. Public consultation on these projects will remain open until September 24, 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. In addition, 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.