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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 establishes Investment Marketing Authority to attract global capital
[Source photo: Krishna Prasad/Fast Company Middle East]

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.

Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih called the approval a “pivotal starting point” in advancing the country’s strategic goals, highlighting the leadership’s strong commitment to strengthening Saudi Arabia’s investment environment.

“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 Saudi Investment Marketing Authority will spearhead efforts to promote investment opportunities both locally and globally, collaborating with stakeholders across industries. It will showcase the Kingdom’s competitive strengths, incentives, and ambitious economic transformation under Vision 2030.

Harnessing modern technologies and advanced marketing strategies, the authority will utilize market analysis, international partnerships, and digital platforms to attract global investors. It aims to leverage Saudi Arabia’s strategic location, business-friendly policies, and world-class infrastructure to drive investment inflows.

By boosting foreign direct investment (FDI), expanding local investment prospects, and supporting Saudi investors, the authority is set to play a vital role in accelerating economic growth, fostering job creation, spurring innovation, and facilitating knowledge transfer.

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.

Foreign investors have also poured over $93.3 billion into Saudi financial markets, while more than 500 international companies have established their regional headquarters in the Kingdom, reinforcing its position as a global investment destination.

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