Resource information
The aim of this Legislative Decree is to develop the desert (Albadeya). It is composed of 13 articles. Article 1 gives terms and definitions. Article 2 decrees the establishment of the General Authority for Management and Development of Desert (Albadeya) under the control of the Prime Minister. Article 3 defines objectives of the aforementioned Authority in particular to: develop the desert and its natural and human resources; lay down economic and social policies and strategies for the development of Albadeya; prepare economic and social indicators; prepare economic, social, cultural, environmental and housing studies and research related to the desert; lay down production and investment plans and projects; create work opportunities for local inhabitants; and, lay down plans for guarantee necessary loans and financing of projects. Articles 4 to 10 deal with the management and internal organization of the Authority. Articles 11 to 13 contain general provisions.
Amended by: Legislative Decree No. 1 of 2008 amending Legislative Decree No. 34 of 2006 establishing the General Authority for Desert (Albadeyah) Management and Development. (2008-01-02)
Repealed by: Legislative Decree No.78 of 2011 establishing the General Authority for the management, development and protection of desert lands. (2011-07-05)
