Manila:The Saudi Competitiveness and Business Center's (SCBC) unified electronic Public Consultation Platform, Istitlaa, has launched 47 projects related to economic and development affairs. These projects have been introduced in collaboration with 26 government entities, allowing stakeholders to provide feedback and proposals before their approval.

According to Saudi Press Agency, one of the projects on the platform is the Saudi Red Sea Authority's initiative titled 'Requirements and Conditions for Saudi Yachts.' This project aims to enhance the regulatory framework by converting existing regulations into clear requirements and conditions to improve procedural efficiency and the customer journey. Public feedback on this project is open until November 6, 2026.

Another project, proposed by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, is 'Updating the Executive Regulations for Protected Areas.' It seeks to introduce provisions that enable the application of regulations within royal reserves and other protected areas. The public can submit feedback on this project until November 6, 2026.

Additionally, the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has presented a project concerning 'Regulations for developing planned lands designated for housing support programs according to Article 13 of the Municipal Real Estate Disposal Regulations.' This initiative aims to establish mechanisms for investment in municipal land in exchange for development or construction of housing units for beneficiaries of developmental housing and others. Public feedback on this project is open until November 10, 2026.

The unveiling of these draft laws and regulations through the Istitlaa platform is part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to enhance transparency in the legislative environment. It also promotes public consultation, encouraging the involvement of the general public, government entities, and the private sector in shaping projects related to the business environment.