Open Data

Open data refers to data that is made available to everyone with minimal restrictions, allowing individuals and organizations to freely use, reuse, publish, and share it, while respecting licensing requirements and proper attribution.

The importance of open data lies in its status as a strategic priority for modern and advanced economies. It supports entrepreneurs in driving innovation, accessing markets, identifying and seizing opportunities, and making data-driven decisions. It also enhances transparency between the public and private sectors.

Open data is a key pillar of digital transformation in the Kingdom and contributes to achieving the goals of Vision 2030. Its significance also stems from empowering citizens with the raw materials they need to help improve public services, while encouraging greater public participation in government service development.

You can explore the open datasets of the Government Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority through the National Open Data Platform via the following link: Government Expenditure and Projects Efficiency Authority | Open Data Platform

Relevant Regulations:

• National Data Governance Policies issued by SDAIA (including the main principles and general rules for open data and freedom of information)

• National Data Management, Governance, and Personal Data Protection Standards and Guidelines