The Chief Executive Officer of the General Authority for Roads met with the Mayor of the Medina Region at the municipality’s headquarters to discuss enhancing joint efforts to serve pilgrims and review the readiness of the road network and related projects in preparation for the Hajj season of 1447 AH. The two sides reviewed road projects and the authority’s initiatives, as well as their role in supporting operating entities, along with enhancing integration in implementing the Saudi Road Code to improve quality, safety, efficiency, and sustainability levels. The General Authority for Roads emphasized its commitment to strengthening integration with municipalities to ensure optimal application of the Saudi Road Code and achieve the goals of the Road Sector Program, supporting the Kingdom’s progress toward ranking sixth globally in road quality by 2030. This is part of the authority’s role in regulating and supervising the road sector through developing policies and legislation and applying modern technical standards to enhance the experience of road users and raise safety and efficiency levels across all regions of the Kingdom.
Medina Region
The Medina Region, located in western Saudi Arabia, is historically significant as the site of the second holiest city in Islam, Medina (Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah). It is renowned for housing the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), which contains the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad, and served as his home and the first capital of the Islamic Caliphate after the Hijrah in 622 CE. The region also encompasses other important Islamic landmarks, such as the Quba Mosque (the first mosque built in Islam) and the Battle of Uhud site, making it a major destination for pilgrims and history enthusiasts.
Saudi Road Code
The Saudi Road Code is the official set of traffic laws and regulations governing road use in Saudi Arabia. It was established to improve road safety, reduce accidents, and align with the country’s Vision 2030 modernization efforts. The code outlines rules for drivers, pedestrians, and vehicle standards, reflecting the kingdom’s rapid infrastructure development and increasing traffic demands.
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a vast country on the Arabian Peninsula, founded in 1932 by King Abdulaziz Al Saud after unifying the region’s tribes and kingdoms. It is home to Islam’s two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina, making it a central hub for millions of Muslim pilgrims annually. Historically, the area was part of ancient trade routes and the birthplace of Islam in the 7th century, with the modern state emerging from a long process of consolidation under the House of Saud.
