Saudi Government Enables Private Sector to Engage In Major State Projects

 Buildings are seen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia February 16, 2021. REUTERS/Ahmed Yosri
Buildings are seen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia February 16, 2021. REUTERS/Ahmed Yosri
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Saudi Government Enables Private Sector to Engage In Major State Projects

 Buildings are seen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia February 16, 2021. REUTERS/Ahmed Yosri
Buildings are seen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia February 16, 2021. REUTERS/Ahmed Yosri

The Saudi government is seeking to enable the private sector to contribute to state projects by designing a strategy that involves the Federation of Saudi Chambers and public agencies to stimulate and develop the economic sectors.

According to a recent report issued by the Federation of Saudi Chambers, coordination with government agencies contributed to improving the business environment and overcoming the challenges facing the sector.

The report revealed key government projects that supported the private sector, with the contribution of the Federation of Saudi Chambers, including raising the percentage of local content in mega projects, issuing the mining investment system, stimulating national exports according to incentive packages and government facilities, in addition to contributing to the franchise system and organizing the Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration.

The Federation of Saudi Chambers is participating as a permanent member of the Business Environment Improvement Committee for the private sector, working to improve the regulatory and legislative environment for business affairs, creating innovative solutions to the obstacles facing the sector, and working to educate companies and institutions about the developments in the national economy.

The Open Ministerial Conferences is an initiative that falls within the national plan to stimulate the private sector, which aims to strengthen the complementary relationship between the public and private sectors and achieve comprehensive development.

The initiative also seeks to support and encourage investment in the various regions of the Kingdom and remove obstacles and challenges, with the aim to achieve Saudi Vision 2030.



Saudi Ministry of Environment Issues First License for Aeroponics Agriculture in the Middle East

Saudi Ministry of Environment Issues First License for Aeroponics Agriculture in the Middle East
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Saudi Ministry of Environment Issues First License for Aeroponics Agriculture in the Middle East

Saudi Ministry of Environment Issues First License for Aeroponics Agriculture in the Middle East

The Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture issued the first operational license for a commercial agricultural project utilizing aeroponics in the Middle East, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Saturday.

The project aims to contribute significantly to the local market's agricultural needs through sustainable production.

The Ministry's Undersecretary for Agriculture, Eng Ahmad Al-Ayada, made the announcement during a ceremony attended by representatives of a coalition local and international companies: Tamimi Markets Group from Saudi Arabia, Mitsui Group from Japan, and Zero Group from Italy.

Through the Green Dunes Company, the coalition will come up with modern agricultural solutions powered by cutting-edge technologies and AI. These efforts align with the Kingdom's National Agriculture Strategy and the broader goals of Vision 2030, which aim to build a sustainable agricultural future.

According to the ministry, the project's first phase has been completed. It entailed the establishment of an aeroponics farm to produce various vegetable varieties. The method is noted for its efficiency, as it reduces water consumption by 95% compared to traditional farming techniques and enables year-round productivity.

The project integrates AI and automation at all production stages, employing advanced monitoring systems and performance indicators to optimize output.