The Shura Council refers 21 files to upcoming sessions chaired by Al-Sheikh
In a move reflecting the continued legislative and oversight activity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the General Assembly of the Shura Council held its tenth meeting as part of the second year of its ninth session, at the Council's headquarters in Riyadh. The meeting was chaired by His Excellency the Speaker of the Shura Council, Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Sheikh, and attended by a number of the Council's leaders, reflecting the importance of the issues under discussion.
Meeting details and key attendees
The meeting was attended by high-level officials, including His Excellency the Vice President of the Council, Dr. Meshaal bin Fahm Al-Sulami, Her Excellency the Assistant President of the Council, Dr. Hanan bint Abdulrahim Al-Ahmadi, and His Excellency the Secretary-General of the Council, Mr. Mohammed bin Dakhel Al-Mutairi. Also participating were the heads of the specialized committees of the Shura Council, who are the backbone of the process of reviewing files and reports before they are presented to the Council.
21 strategic files referred for discussion
During the meeting, the General Assembly reviewed the items on its agenda and decided to refer 21 diverse topics to the agenda of upcoming council sessions. This step paves the way for council members to discuss, express their opinions on, and vote on these matters, thereby strengthening the council's role in national decision-making.
Among the most prominent topics referred was the annual report of the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Park Foundation, reflecting the Council's interest in monitoring major development projects and improving quality of life. The referrals also included several draft agreements and memoranda of understanding with sister and friendly nations, covering a range of vital sectors.
Dimensions and impact of international agreements
The submitted documents included agreements related to cooperation in the tourism and economic sectors, which aligns directly with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, aimed at diversifying income sources and making tourism a major contributor to the national economy. The list also included agreements in the legal, air transport, and social services fields, underscoring the Kingdom's commitment to strengthening international cooperation frameworks and developing its legislative and service infrastructure in accordance with global standards.
The role of the General Authority of the Shura Council
It is worth noting that the General Assembly of the Shura Council plays a pivotal role in organizing the Council's work. It is responsible for setting the general agenda for sessions and scheduling topics based on the readiness of reports from specialized committees. This meeting is part of a series of periodic meetings aimed at ensuring the smooth flow of legislative and oversight work, and verifying that all topics proposed for discussion have undergone the necessary studies. This contributes to enhancing the Council's performance and strengthening its outputs in a way that serves the public interest of the nation and its citizens.
