Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, functions as both a city and a province. Governance is shared between the Riyadh Municipality, which manages local services across 16 sub-city districts, and the Royal Commission for Riyadh City. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City oversees strategic urban planning and major infrastructure projects.
Riyadh demonstrates progress in air quality, with NO₂ levels reduced by 32% between 2000 and 2019. This reduction outpaces both regional and global averages, reflecting effective measures to improve air quality over time.
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