The new law, which came into effect on Sunday, is being seen as a way to end secret divorces and protect their rights.
Women in Saudi Arabiawill be notified by text message when they get divorced, according to a new law that came into effect on Sunday.
The new law is being seen as a way to end secret divorces and ensure women are fully aware of their marital status so they can protect rights such as alimony.
The move comes as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS)has started to give women more rights in the conservative kingdom, which included lifting a ban on women driving last year.
“Saudi courts have started to send such (divorce) notifications … a step aimed at protecting the rights of female clients,” the Saudi Ministry of Justice said in a statement on their website.
It said women could check their marital
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