Istlaa Public Consultation Opens 18 Projects For Public Feedback In Saudi Arabia

The National Competitiveness Center, through its Istitlaa public consultation platform, is currently displaying 18 proposed economic and developmental projects. These drafts, prepared in cooperation with 14 government entities, are open for views from individuals, companies, and public bodies before any formal approval.

Istitlaa is being used to gather structured opinions on a wide range of regulatory proposals that affect Saudi Arabia’s business environment. The platform allows participants to review each draft in detail and submit comments directly online, helping decision-makers understand potential impacts on different sectors.

Among the most prominent Istitlaa projects is the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties’ draft titled ‘Procedural Guide for the Re-Evaluation of Healthcare Practitioners.’ The proposal aims to regulate how registered healthcare practitioners are reassessed, clarifying the legal basis, procedural steps, and documentation required. Public feedback on the project is open until .

The ‘Procedural Guide for the Re-Evaluation of Healthcare Practitioners’ seeks to ensure consistent handling of reassessment cases. It is designed to make decisions more transparent for practitioners and employers, while setting clear standards for performance review, remedial action, and professional follow-up. Stakeholders in the health sector are invited to provide detailed comments through Istitlaa.

The Digital Government Authority has also launched a major Istitlaa consultation titled ‘Cloud Computing Controls for Government Entities.’ This draft sets rules for governance, planning, implementation, and monitoring of cloud adoption across government bodies. It aims to support faster and safer use of cloud services. Public feedback on the projects will be accepted until .

The Transport General Authority is consulting on ‘Executive Regulations for Freight Transport Activities via Motorcycles for Commercial Purposes.’ The draft aims to regulate commercial goods transport using motorcycles, improve service quality, and attract investment. It also addresses environmental considerations and sets safety and security requirements. Public consultation on the project will remain open until .

The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has submitted an Istitlaa draft titled ‘Update of Requirements for Tobacco Shops.’ The project studies current challenges facing these facilities and reviews existing rules. It aims to align regulations with operational realities, support tourism-related investments, and maintain established regulatory controls. Public feedback on the project is open until .

According to the National Competitiveness Center, placing such projects on Istitlaa confirms a stronger focus on transparency within Saudi Arabia’s legislative environment. The platform encourages citizens, government agencies, and private entities to share views on proposed regulations, ensuring decisions reflect broad participation. SPA reported that these consultations support economic and social development goals across the Kingdom.

With inputs from SPA