Riyadh, January 28, 2025 – Dr. Hanan bint Abdulrahim Al-Ahmadi, Assistant Speaker of the Shura Council, met with Julia Kronlid, Second Deputy Speaker of the Swedish Parliament (Riksdag), in Riyadh on Monday, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Sweden. The meeting was also attended by Mohammed bin Dakhil Al-Mutairi, Secretary-General of the Shura Council, further emphasizing the importance of this diplomatic encounter.
Dr. Al-Ahmadi warmly welcomed Kronlid and her accompanying delegation, acknowledging the longstanding and robust ties between the two nations. She expressed Saudi Arabia’s eagerness to explore new avenues for enhancing cooperation across a range of sectors, including political, economic, and cultural spheres. The meeting focused on fostering deeper parliamentary relations between the Shura Council and the Swedish Parliament, with an emphasis on expanding mutual understanding and collaboration. Dr. Al-Ahmadi highlighted that strengthening these ties would not only benefit both governments but also the citizens of Saudi Arabia and Sweden, paving the way for a more prosperous and connected future.
A key point of discussion during the meeting was Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030, a transformative program aimed at modernizing the Kingdom and diversifying its economy. Dr. Al-Ahmadi provided an overview of the significant progress Saudi Arabia has made in various sectors, noting the substantial strides in infrastructure development, technological innovation, healthcare, education, and renewable energy. She emphasized that the programs under Vision 2030 have unlocked unprecedented opportunities for growth and transformation, positioning Saudi Arabia as a dynamic, forward-thinking nation.
In particular, Dr. Al-Ahmadi outlined the Kingdom’s commitment to achieving the Vision’s goals, which include reducing the country's reliance on oil, expanding its private sector, and fostering global partnerships. She noted that these ambitious reforms have already begun to bear fruit, with significant investments in non-oil industries and a marked improvement in the quality of life for Saudi citizens. Dr. Al-Ahmadi underscored how Vision 2030 has reshaped Saudi Arabia into a hub of innovation and opportunity, offering a wealth of collaborative prospects for international partners like Sweden.
For her part, Kronlid expressed her admiration for the progress made by Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030 and reiterated Sweden’s interest in deepening its relationship with the Kingdom. She emphasized the potential for Swedish expertise and innovation to contribute to the ongoing developments in Saudi Arabia, particularly in sectors such as renewable energy, technology, and sustainable development.
This meeting between Dr. Al-Ahmadi and Julia Kronlid is part of a broader effort to strengthen diplomatic and parliamentary relations between Saudi Arabia and Sweden. By fostering dialogue and collaboration between their legislative bodies, both nations are poised to build a stronger, more dynamic partnership, one that reflects their shared values of progress, innovation, and mutual respect. As the Kingdom continues to embrace its transformative Vision 2030, diplomatic exchanges such as this one serve as a testament to Saudi Arabia's commitment to expanding its global network and engaging with international allies in meaningful and mutually beneficial ways.
