Saudi Arabia said today that it will issue driver's licenses to women for the first time.
The announcement follows years of criticism of the conservative kingdom by human rights groups.
The move will come into effect on June 23, 2018. A committee consisting of representatives of several ministries will first study how to implement the change in accordance with religious and regulatory standards.
The shift comes several months after the Saudi king named a new crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman. The 32-year-old heir to the throne has pushed a program of reform in the country.
State Department spokeswoman called the change "a great step in the right direction."
No more chauffeur.
No more chauffeur.
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