Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) is the authority responsible for developing and preserving the historical Diriyah site, located northwest of Riyadh , the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . Its duties encompass serving the local community and fostering the position of Diriyah to become an international tourist destination and one of the world's venues for events and activities. The authority was established in 2017 for the development of Diriyah; the jewel of Saudi Arabia,...
The Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) is a Saudi government professional authority with a legal personality that oversees the accounting and auditing profession in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It was established in 1992 and operates under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce . Its headquarters is in Riyadh City . SOCPA objectives SOCPA strives to advance and enhance the accounting and auditing profession by monitoring performance quality, promoting aw...
The National Program for Quality Ambassadors is a voluntary national initiative launched by the Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization (SASO ) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2020. The program aims to promote a quality culture and foster the spirit of volunteerism among youth. Principles of the National Program for Quality Ambassadors The National Program for Quality Ambassadors is one of the initiatives under the National Quality Strategy, designed to attract and prepare human ...
The General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information is the national entity responsible for issuing the official map of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, according to the approved international borders. The authority provides the map in Arabic and English, in multiple formats, through its website. It can be obtained in various sizes and is supplied to government and private entities, the academic sector, individuals, and media outlets. Additionally, the updated official map is provided to ent...
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has established four royal commissions defined as government entities operating within the framework of their responsibilities and mandate. These include: The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu Established in 1975, it is the first royal commission founded in the Kingdom. It is responsible for developing and managing cities specialized in petrochemicals and energy-intensive industries in the Kingdom. Royal Commission for alUla Established in 2017, it is responsible...
September 21, 1975 The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu was established to develop and manage Jubail and Yanbu Industrial Cities, Ras al-Khair City for Mining Industries, and Jazan City for Basic and Transformation Industries. It is responsible for the development and management of petrochemical and energy-intensive industries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. July 20, 2017 The Royal Commission for alUla was established to devise plans to preserve alUla's heritage and its historical and...
Eleven cultural commissions affiliated with the Ministry of Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia work on developing capabilities and enhancing opportunities and capacities in the cultural sector, following the Council of Ministers' approval to establish them in 2020. They are: Architecture and Design Commission It works on promoting architectural arts in the Kingdom, keeping pace with global developments in the sector, and supporting and encouraging practitioners in the field. Culinary A...
The Insurance Authority is the regulator of the insurance sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is an administratively and financially autonomous government entity. It is organizationally linked to the Prime Minister. It was established in 2023. It aims to regulate the insurance sector, supervise it, enhance its effectiveness, and foster its financial autonomy. It also seeks to instill the principles of the insurance contractual relationship, protect the rights of beneficiaries and insured...
It is the High Commission for Industrial Security , which is responsible for developing appropriate policies and plans to protect oil, industrial, service, and vital facilities in areas of security, safety, and fire prevention. This ensures continuity of operations and production under all conditions and mitigates risks affecting workers and nearby communities. The Royal Order establishing it was issued on February 15, 1977, with the Minister of Interior as the chairman of its board of director...
The Saudi Water Authority is a government entity trusted to supervise the implementation of the strategic trends of the water sector, planning and managing water security, and organizing and developing the water supply chain in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Through its phased operational arm (Water Desalination), the authority operates the assets for the production of desalinated water until it is transferred to the Water Solutions Company, according to the Council of Ministers' decision. T...
Intellectual Property Clinics are part of the Intellectual Property Enablement Programs, offering a range of specialized services across three main tracks. These services are provided by local and international experts and specialists in the field, aimed at transforming creative ideas into innovative products through the registration, protection, and utilization of intellectual property rights. Services of Intellectual Property Clinics Intellectual Property Clinics offer a range of services acr...
Taif Development Authority is a Saudi governmental entity responsible for setting general policies aiming to develop Taif governorate in Makkah Al-Mukarramah Province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is responsible for preparing plans, studies, and comprehensive strategic schemes for the governorate, in addition to setting operational programs and monitoring and implementing projects in coordination with the Board and secretariat of the governorate. Establishing Taif Development Authority Th...