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GIA was also responsible for the first modern diamond grading reports, where it introduced grading methodologies for diamond color and diamond clarity. Current research at gemological laboratories concerns the development of improved detection techniques for treated and synthetic diamonds, as well as for treated sapphires, rubies and pearls.
In 2015, the Saudi Ministry of Interior introduced the smartphone application "Absher" that provides 160 e-services to citizens and residents of Saudi Arabia. [8] Among the services that has been recently added to Absher is a service that allows users to file an electronic complaint against any traffic violation. [9]
IGI provides independent grading reports, colored stone reports, identification and appraisal reports, diamond authentication and attestations of origin, and laser inscription services. They also offers diamond and colored stone courses through IGI's Schools of Gemology. [ 7 ]
The SAGIA played a key role in Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, which focused on economic liberalization, foreign direct investment, and economic development. [7] In 2017, SAGIA launched Tayseer program, aimed at improving the investment climate for private companies. [8] SAGIA has signed a number of major non-oil investment agreements. [7]
The GCC Patent Office (GCCPO) is a regional patent office based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within the Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). [1] The GCC consists of six member countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In 2013, it employed about 30 patent examiners. [2]
Saudi Arabia has welcomed Uber and Six Flags parks in its initial steps towards amplifying the tourism sector. [28] In November 2017 it was announced that Saudi Arabia would begin issuing tourist visas and online application in 2018. [29] Non-Muslims (of whatever nationality) are not allowed to travel to the City of Mecca.
The Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO; Arabic: الهيئة السعودية للمواصفات والمقاييس والجودة) is a technical government body in Saudi Arabia was established in 1972 and governs tasks related to standards, metrology, and quality. [1]
Visa requirements for Saudi citizens are administrative entry restrictions by the authorities of other states placed on citizens of Saudi Arabia. As of January 2025, Saudi citizens had visa-free or visa on arrival access to 87 countries and territories, ranking the Saudi passport 59th in the world, tied with Botswana passport according to the ...