RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Public Prosecution and the Heritage Commission have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen their collaborative efforts when it comes to protecting and preserving the Kingdom’s identity.
The MoU includes exchanging information on protecting national heritage and combating violations of archaeological sites, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Wednesday.
The deal was signed by Turki Al-Dosari, assistant public prosecutor for investigation, and Jasser Al-Harbash, commission CEO, in the presence of officials and experts in the heritage sector and cultural property protection.
It also involves organizing awareness programs to educate the community about the importance of heritage preservation and the penalties for related offenses.
The partnership marks a strategic step toward establishing a comprehensive framework for protecting heritage sites. It seeks to enhance the Kingdom’s global status as a cultural heritage destination and reinforce its leadership in preserving national identity and history.
