The Ministry of Commerce is intensifying its regulatory oversight, conducting extensive field tours across markets and shopping centers throughout the Kingdom. This initiative aims to ensure adherence to the stipulated rules and conditions for offers and discounts, especially during the celebrations of the 93rd National Day.
The Ministry is meticulously monitoring the pricing structures both before and after the application of discounts to curb any deceptive or fraudulent practices that could mislead consumers, applying stringent penalties on establishments found in violation as per the Anti-Commercial Fraud Law.
Consumers can authenticate the validity and accuracy of the discounts and promotional offers by scanning the displayed "barcode" on the licenses using mobile cameras. This action will reveal all pertinent information related to the discounts, including the type, percentage, duration, and the details of the business offering them.
The Ministry of Commerce has facilitated the issuance of discount licenses to commercial establishments electronically. This service is designed to validate the authenticity of the discounts and to ensure the absence of any manipulative or deceptive practices, thereby eliminating all spurious and misleading offers, safeguarding the interests of the consumers.