The Science and Technology National Policy draws up the broad lines of the future general directions of the science, technology and innovation in the Kingdom system of Saudi Arabia, to lay down an integrated guidance framework. This which will serve as a reference basis to ensure the continuation of the system development efforts and the enhancement of its performance in the way that achieves the objectives sought by the Kingdom, in the long-term.

The framework of this policy is composed of principles and bases which define its directions, and general goals and objectives. The policy is also compliant with  the general directions and objectives of the national development plans and the different sectorial policies and plans in the Kingdom.