YANBU: The Ministry of Commerce has issued a decision to allow Saudi women to undertake activities and perform public services in government departments that are dedicated to women.
A circular issued by the ministry to all its branches said the move had been taken to ease procedures and lessen paperwork for women. “Saudi women are now permitted to undertake public service activities and carry out follow up procedures in government departments that have special sections for women,” the circular said.
The circular also contained a number of new regulations confirming the ministry’s decision to allow women to undertake all activities in contracting, maintenance, operation, cleanliness and real estate in women-only offices.
Under the new regulations, women can run their own businesses in locations occupied solely by women. If her office is in a public area, then she is required to appoint a male manager to run her business on her behalf. The regulations also permit women to open new business branches without referring to the ministry.
The circular also authorized the ministry’s branches and offices to transfer the ownership of properties and establishments without the prior approval of the ministry.
The new rules are aimed at simplifying procedures for businesswomen to start their own businesses in accordance with a Cabinet decision to create more work opportunities for women.
Muhammad Al-Sheikh | Arab News
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