Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Orders Ministry Name Change
In a bold move, King Salman of Saudi Arabia issued an order on Sunday to change the name of the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing to the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency.
A Step Towards Progress
Saudi Housing Minister Majid Al-Hogail expressed his appreciation for King Salman’s decision, emphasizing that the name change represents a forward-thinking approach in line with the nation’s dedication to promoting a modern urban environment in accordance with Vision 2030 goals.
Enhancing Performance for Sustainable Development
The revamped ministry, along with its related entities such as secretariats and municipalities, aims to boost its overall effectiveness to realize sustainable urban development plans, as stated by the SPA.
Empowering Municipalities for Better Living Standards
The name change also aims to empower municipalities to elevate the quality of life in cities and drive progress in the housing sector through the introduction of innovative services for beneficiaries.
A Crucial Sector Impacting Citizens’ Lives
Al-Hogail underscored the importance of the municipalities and housing sector as integral parts of the state that directly influence the well-being of citizens.