Saudi, US Investment Forum 2025 kicks off today in Riyadh
The forum is being held on the occasion of US President Donald Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia and highlights the strength of the nearly century-long bilateral relationship, as well as the shared commitment to unlocking new horizons for investment.
In his opening remarks at the forum, Minister of Investment, Khalid Al-Falih, stated that the event comes at a historic moment, marked by the renewal of a mutual commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Saudi Arabia and the United States, a partnership that benefits both countries and the world at large.
Al-Falih indicated that the exceptional delegation of US business leaders, alongside their Saudi counterparts, reflects the determination of both nations, and their companies in particular, to move forward toward new areas of collaboration. This comes as a continuation of more than 90 years of close ties between the two countries, characterized by trust and a spirit of partnership built on mutual respect and a shared focus on advancing common economic interests and corporate gains.
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