Riyadh: The National Competitiveness Center's Public Consultation Platform, Istitlaa, has put forward 29 projects related to economic and development affairs. In cooperation with 14 government agencies, the center invites the general public, government agencies, and the private sector to share feedback on projects prior to their approval.
According to Saudi Press Agency, key projects presented on the platform include 'Data Center Requirements.' Through this project, the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing seeks to strengthen the communications and internet services infrastructure, enable cloud computing services, and facilitate the investor's journey in issuing municipal licenses to construct and develop data centers. The public can provide feedback on this project through the Istitlaa platform until May 14, 2025.
The Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission is seeking public feedback on a specific regulatory framework titled 'Release of Patients after Diagnostic or Therapeutic Procedures with Radionuclides, or with Implanted Brachytherapy Radiation Sources.' This framework aims to establish approved technical regulations and clarify the necessary regulatory requirements for releasing patients after they have undergone diagnostic or therapeutic procedures involving radioactive isotopes. Public consultation on this project will remain open until May 16, 2025.
The Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA) has published a project titled 'Amendments to the Implementing Regulation of the Personal Data Protection Law,' which aims to provide greater clarity on the procedures and controls outlined in the executive regulations. The amendments are intended to assist entities and individuals subject to the law in complying with their provisions and supporting enforcement procedures. The public can provide feedback on this project through the Istitlaa platform until May 27, 2025.
Additionally, the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has introduced a project titled 'Update Implementing Regulation of the Finance Companies Control Law.' This project seeks to revise the regulations in line with the increasing diversity and expansion of financial activities. Public consultation on this project will remain open until May 27, 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. 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.