Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman affirmed that the Kingdom "recognized early the importance of international cooperation, growth, and energy, and worked to enhance partnership and integration," emphasizing "the Kingdom's leading role in creating a global impact in growth and energy." This was stated during the Crown Prince's participation in a special dialogue session at the World Economic Forum meeting in Riyadh, attended by several leaders from both the government and private sectors, as well as academics and representatives from international organizations from around the world.
The special session discussed the current geopolitical and economic challenges facing the world, as well as the Kingdom's efforts to enhance international cooperation and act as a driver of growth within its role as a global economic hub in the Middle East, which is a crucial component of the global trade system.
During the session, the Crown Prince added that the Kingdom has played a significant and pivotal role in international issues by dedicating all efforts to building a stronger, more resilient, and sustainable global system, alongside its substantial economic and social transformation. He confirmed that it will continue its role in creating a lasting global impact, stemming from its leadership on common international issues.
He stated that the Kingdom is working with its international partners to enhance innovation, trade integration, and energy security, with the aim of achieving a cohesive global economy, noting that the Kingdom provides direct support and developmental investments to encourage global economic and financial stability.
He remarked, "The special meeting of the World Economic Forum carries numerous objectives that the Kingdom has worked to achieve across various sectors in partnership with the international community."
During the session, the Crown Prince highlighted the Kingdom's achievements under the Saudi Vision 2030, indicating that the Kingdom continues to create transformative investment opportunities in emerging sectors across its evolving economy.
The Crown Prince addressed the impact of Saudi Vision 2030 on all aspects of life in the Kingdom, which has led to the establishment of a vibrant society. He pointed out the significant improvements in quality of life and social development, noting that women's participation in the workforce has doubled since 2016.
He stated that Saudi Vision 2030 is a journey, not a final destination, emphasizing that the Kingdom's current achievements are just the beginning, and more needs to be done, which will generate numerous opportunities for cooperation, growth, and development with various international partners.
