Saudi Arabia: National Waste Management Centre Issues Detailed Classification Framework
Okaz, 2 August 2026: The National Waste Management Centre released a guide defining eight main categories of waste and setting out technical mechanisms for classification, forming the basis of all waste management processes in the Kingdom. The framework...
Saudi Arabia: New General Education Law Approved
Saudi Gazette, 24 July 2026: Saudi Arabia has enacted a new General Education Law under royal decree, establishing a comprehensive framework to strengthen governance, improve educational outcomes and align the sector with Vision 2030 objectives. Minister...
Saudi Arabia: New Work Regulation Raises Debate Over Annual Allowance
Okaz, 20 July 2026: A recently issued work regulation by the Health Human Resources Company has sparked debate in the sector after Article 26 stated that “the company may grant its employees the annual allowance,” raising questions about whether the allowance has...
Saudi Arabia: National AI Risk Management Framework Launched
Arab News, 14 July 2026: The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority has introduced a national framework for managing AI risks, providing government and private entities with a unified approach to safe and responsible adoption. Announced on July...
Saudi Arabia: New Social Insurance Law Limits Survivor Pension Beneficiaries to Three Categories
Okaz, 1 July 2026: Saudi Arabia’s new social insurance system has reduced the categories of family members eligible for a deceased subscriber’s pension to three, compared with six under the current system. The revised law, applicable to all new entrants...
Saudi Arabia: New Executive Regulations Reshape Nonprofit Sector Governance and Financing
Okaz, 30 June 2026: Saudi Arabia has introduced updated executive regulations for Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 61/1437 Law of Civil Society Associations and Organisations, expanding investment opportunities while tightening governance, disclosure, and compliance...
Saudi Arabia: Cabinet Approves Regulation on Non‑Saudi Property Ownership
Saudi Gazette, 23 June 2026: The Saudi Council of Ministers has approved the Executive Regulation of Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 42/1447 on the Approval of the Law on Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis, endorsing designated geographic areas for foreign property...
Saudi Arabia: Cabinet Approves Amendments to Counter-Terrorism and Terrorism Financing Law
Okaz, 16 June 2026: Saudi Arabia has approved amendments to its counter-terrorism and terrorism financing framework to strengthen national security and financial crime controls. The Cabinet approved amendments to the Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 92...
Saudi Arabia: Cabinet Approves Regulations for Witness and Victim Protection
Al Madina, 7 June 2026: The Council of Ministers has approved the executive regulations of the Witnesses, Informants, Experts, and Victims Protection Law, detailing procedures for testimony, protection measures, and financial support. The regulations specify...
Saudi Arabia: Stock Market Rule Amendments to Boost Sukuk and Debt Instruments
Al Madina, 2 June 2026: Tadawul Saudi Arabia has announced amendments to stock market rules aimed at strengthening the sukuk and debt instruments market, particularly by improving the regulatory framework for securitisation and expanding investor participation...
Saudi Arabia: Fundraising Regulation Bylaw Enters into Force
Okaz Newspaper, 15 May 2026: The executive bylaw of the Fundraising Regulation Law officially came into effect, introducing strict rules to protect charitable funds and enhance trust in the non‑profit sector by distinguishing regulated activity from unlawful practices...
Saudi Arabia: Commerce Ministry Drafts Fines for Failure to File Financial Statements
Okaz Newspaper, 6 May 2026: The Ministry of Commerce has published a draft ministerial decision introducing immediate fines for companies that fail to deposit financial statements within the statutory deadline, replacing Saudi Decision No. 239 (1445H). ...
Saudi Arabia: Real Estate Authority Approves Marketing and Advertising Regulations
Saudi Gazette, 2 May 2026: The Board of Directors of the Real Estate General Authority (REGA) has approved the Real Estate Marketing and Advertising Regulations, pursuant to Saudi Arabia Cabinet Decision No. 679/1443 Approving the Real Estate Brokerage Law, to...
Saudi Arabia: GAMI Issues 2026 Risk Management Guide for Defence Industry
Al Riyadh, 26 April 2026: The General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) has released the Risk Management Guide and Advisory Package for 2026, establishing a regulatory framework to strengthen compliance and operational resilience in the defence sector, aligned...
Saudi Arabia: New Labour Regulations Banning Personal Freedom Questions in Job Interviews
Gulf News, 9 May 2025: The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources has issued new labour regulations prohibiting questions related to personal freedoms during job interviews. This is part of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing efforts to regulate its labour market and ensure fair...