Attorney General: Rapid growth in Saudi legislative environment boosts investment climate
Saudi Gazette report
SAINT PETERSBURG — Saudi Attorney General Sheikh Saud Al-Muajab said that the rapid development witnessed by the Saudi legislative environment has been instrumental in supporting entrepreneurship and enhancing the investment climate. 'This is through the modernization of legal systems and the development of regulatory procedures in line with the objectives of the Saudi Vision 2030,' he said while addressing the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, which will conclude on Saturday.
The attorney general said that the Public Prosecution has established several specialized prosecution offices to support the investment environment and enhance confidence in the judicial system. 'These initiatives align with international best practices and support efforts to develop legal action tools and promote international judicial cooperation,' he added.
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