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Saudi Arabia establishes Investment Marketing Authority to attract global capital
The authority will play a crucial role in boosting foreign direct investment, enhancing local opportunities, and supporting Saudi investors.

Saudi Arabia has approved the creation of the Saudi Investment Marketing Authority, a move designed to enhance the Kingdom’s global appeal as an investment hub. The decision, made during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is aimed at attracting more investment and bolstering economic growth.
“This approval marks a pivotal starting point for the authority to achieve its strategic objectives and enhance the Kingdom’s position as a distinguished destination for attracting and stimulating investment,” Al-Falih stated on X.
The announcement comes amid a surge in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Saudi Arabia, surpassing the Kingdom’s 2023 National Investment Strategy target by 16%.
Saudi Arabia has emerged as the second-fastest growing G20 economy in FDI inflows and ranks fourth globally in total foreign investment growth, with nearly $240 billion invested—a 13% increase.