Justice Minister Highlights Legislative Framework for Sustainable Business at Saudi Law Conference

The Saudi Law Conference is being held in Riyadh from October 15 to 17 under the theme “Legal Environment for Sustainable Business”. (SPA)
The Saudi Law Conference is being held in Riyadh from October 15 to 17 under the theme “Legal Environment for Sustainable Business”. (SPA)
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Justice Minister Highlights Legislative Framework for Sustainable Business at Saudi Law Conference

The Saudi Law Conference is being held in Riyadh from October 15 to 17 under the theme “Legal Environment for Sustainable Business”. (SPA)
The Saudi Law Conference is being held in Riyadh from October 15 to 17 under the theme “Legal Environment for Sustainable Business”. (SPA)

Saudi Justice Minister Walid Al-Samaani highlighted the Kingdom’s legislative development at the Saudi Law Conference that is being held in Riyadh from October 15 to 17 under the theme “Legal Environment for Sustainable Business”.

The minister said the law protects rights and the stability of the business environment. He discussed the specialized legislative system, including the Law of Civil Transactions, which underlines contractual freedom, in line with the Kingdom’s rapid progress, which requires flexibility in reaching contracts and stability in transactions.

Al-Samaani stressed the importance of attaining legal qualification and specialization, in line with the digital transformation, which necessitates training professionals in the use of technology.

He explained preventive justice and its role in protecting rights and resolving disputes without litigation, as well as in reassuring the parties of the validity of their contracts and obligations.

The minister expressed gratitude for the support Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, have been showing to the judiciary.



Third Saudi International Maritime Forum Opens in Eastern Region

The forum underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing global maritime security and innovation through collaboration and technology-driven solutions. (SPA)
The forum underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing global maritime security and innovation through collaboration and technology-driven solutions. (SPA)
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Third Saudi International Maritime Forum Opens in Eastern Region

The forum underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing global maritime security and innovation through collaboration and technology-driven solutions. (SPA)
The forum underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing global maritime security and innovation through collaboration and technology-driven solutions. (SPA)

The Third Saudi International Maritime Forum opened in the Eastern Region on Tuesday.

The event is organized by the Royal Saudi Naval Forces under the theme “Maritime Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence – Trends and Threats”.

The forum, held under the patronage of Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, was attended by Chief of the General Staff General Fayyadh Al-Ruwaili, alongside senior naval leaders, experts, government officials, and representatives of global maritime companies and regulatory bodies.

Chief of Naval Staff Lieutenant General Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Ghuraibi expressed gratitude for the Minister of Defense’s support, noting that the forum aligns with the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence shaping global maritime security.

He highlighted the forum’s objectives, including fostering international collaboration on maritime security, exchanging knowledge among naval leaders, promoting the adoption of advanced systems in the maritime sector, raising awareness about environmental conservation, and leveraging emerging technologies to address security challenges.

The forum also features an exhibition, inaugurated by Al-Ruwaili, showcasing strategic services and innovations from sectors and companies specializing in maritime security.

Spanning three days, the forum brings together 42 speakers across five dialogue sessions and 21 workshops. Key topics include maritime strategies in the age of artificial intelligence, policies and regulations for integrating AI into maritime operations, the impacts of advanced maritime systems on security and cybersecurity, training and development of maritime professionals in the AI era, and the future of military industries in AI-driven technologies.

Additionally, 29 government agencies and 23 local and international companies are participating in the exhibition, displaying the latest equipment and technologies in maritime security.

The forum underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to advancing global maritime security and innovation through collaboration and technology-driven solutions.