Davos, January 21, 2025 – On the opening day of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025, Saudi Arabia’s delegation engaged in high-level discussions with Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the Forum, and Borge Brende, President of the WEF. The meeting, which marked a significant moment in the ongoing collaboration between Saudi Arabia and the World Economic Forum, focused on reinforcing existing ties and exploring new areas of cooperation to address the evolving global economic landscape.
The discussions centered on fostering deeper collaboration between Saudi Arabia and the WEF, particularly in areas that are critical to both parties' strategic interests. In addition to enhancing bilateral cooperation, the meeting provided a platform to discuss key global economic trends, challenges, and opportunities that are of mutual concern. This exchange of insights reflects Saudi Arabia’s growing role on the international stage, particularly as the Kingdom continues its ambitious Vision 2030 reforms and seeks to diversify its economy.
The WEF Annual Meeting, held in Davos, Switzerland, gathers global leaders from government, business, and civil society to discuss pressing issues affecting the global economy. As a key participant, Saudi Arabia is using the forum to highlight its efforts toward economic transformation, sustainability, and innovation, while contributing to the broader global dialogue on economic growth, technological advancement, and social development.
The engagement with Schwab and Brende underscores Saudi Arabia’s commitment to being an active player in shaping global economic policy and fostering international cooperation. The Kingdom’s participation in the WEF also serves as a reflection of its commitment to addressing critical issues such as climate change, technological disruption, and economic diversification, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030.
This meeting sets the tone for ongoing collaboration between Saudi Arabia and the WEF throughout the 2025 annual meeting and beyond, as both parties work together to tackle shared global challenges and unlock new opportunities for economic and social progress.
