Economy Minister Meets Swiss Private Sector Leaders
Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim held meetings with several senior leaders from Switzerland's private sector during his official visit to the country to discuss investment opportunities and review the latest advancements in technology, innovation, and AI applications.
He also visited leading technology and innovation hubs to explore potential areas of cooperation.
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