The Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDIA) is a government agency enjoying administrative and financial autonomy. It was established in 2021, following the decision of the Council of Ministers. It is competent in terms of supporting and encouraging the sector of research, development, and innovation, coordinating the activities of scientific research centers and establishments, proposing policies and regulations, and offering funding for the sector. It reports to the Prime Minis...

2020 The establishment of the Museums Commission aims to regulate the sector, which seeks to highlight the region's identity and showcase the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's history, the richness of its past, and its authentic culture. The commission does this by proposing a museum strategy and operational mechanisms for the sector, encouraging investment and financing in the museum field, and motivating individuals, institutions, and companies to produce and develop museums. The announceme...