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Saudi Arabia Penalizes 24 Promoters for Violating E-Advertisement Rules

Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)
Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)
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Saudi Arabia Penalizes 24 Promoters for Violating E-Advertisement Rules

Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)
Four violators infringed on the e-commerce law on social media (Ministry of Commerce)

Saudi Ministry of Commerce has arrested 24 advertisers for violating e-advertising controls stipulated in the e-commerce law and its executive regulations for social media platforms.

The promoters committed four violations on Snapchat, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, including deceiving and misleading consumers, false allegations, promoting unlicensed activity, and failure to disclose the provision of advertising material.

The ministry imposed fines on advertisers and included ten activities they promoted: restaurants, medical clinics, perfumes, watches, accessories, women's fashion, furniture, sportswear, electronic applications, and financing companies.

According to the e-commerce law and its executive regulations, an electronic advertisement must not include: a false offer, statement, claim, or misrepresentation that directly or indirectly deceives or misleads a consumer or use a logo or trademark that is either counterfeit or the service provider does not hold the right to use.

The ministry monitors and follows up on these advertisements and refers violators to a committee to look into violations of the e-commerce law, through which it issues fines of up to one million riyals, blocking and closing the websites and preventing them from practicing the activity.

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Saudi Govt Underscores Importance of Respecting Syria’s Sovereignty, Independence

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
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Saudi Govt Underscores Importance of Respecting Syria’s Sovereignty, Independence

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chairs the cabinet meeting in Riyadh. (SPA)

The Saudi government underscored on Tuesday the importance of respecting Syria’s sovereignty and independence, reiterating its statement at the extraordinary meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ministerial Council.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud chaired the cabinet meeting that was held in Riyadh.

The government also rejected foreign interference in Syria’s internal affairs, renewed support for the Palestinian people and urged the need for a ceasefire in Gaza.

The cabinet was briefed on Saudi Arabia’s talks with friendly nations over the past week, including the message received by King Salman from Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The cabinet discussed regional and international developments, and emphasized the Kingdom's continuous efforts to foster cooperation through bilateral relations, and its membership in multilateral organizations and groups. All its efforts aim to address global challenges, promote security, and advance prosperity in the region and beyond.

Minister of Media Salman Al-Dossary expressed the cabinet's strong condemnation of the ongoing violations against the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. It unequivocally rejected and condemned any attempt at altering Jerusalem's historical and legal status, calling on the international community to hold the Israeli authorities accountable for the grave violations against innocent civilians and Islamic holy sites in Palestine.

Moreover, the cabinet highlighted Saudi Arabia’s latest economic assistance to Yemen, saying it reflects the Kingdom's commitment to stability in the country and helping the Yemeni people.

The support aims to strengthen Yemen's economic, financial, and monetary foundations, build the capacity of government institutions, and empower the private sector to drive sustainable growth and create job opportunities.

The cabinet reviewed the performance indicators of several key economic sectors in the Kingdom, and commended the significant growth of the non-profit sector, which plays a crucial role in supporting healthcare, education, research, and other vital areas, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 goals.