On global events, infrastructure and partnerships underpinning gaming and e-sports returns What role has Saudi Arabia played in shaping the e-sports landscape? IBRAHEEM ALTAMIMI: The establishment of the Saudi E-Sports Federation in 2017 was a turning point for the industry. Since then, large-scale events such as Gamers8 have demonstrated both demand and engagement. The launch of the National…
On how innovation and partnerships are driving advertising growth and transforming Saudi Arabia’s media sector How is the media sector shaping opportunities in advertising? MOHAMMED AL KHEREIJI: The sector has undergone a fundamental transformation, evolving from a relatively underdeveloped industry to one that plays a central role in the economy. This shift has been driven by institutional…
OnVision 2030’srole in buildingSaudi Arabia’s globalgaming and e-sports hub How is Vision 2030 shaping gaming and e-sports in the Kingdom? AL BUTAIRI: Under Vision 2030, gaming and e-sports have become central to the Kingdom’s media and entertainment strategy. What began as a fast-growing interest has evolved into a national priority, supported by investment in…
On how the private sector contributes to diversification efforts and wider financial growth What will define the private sector's contribution to the Kingdom's long-term economic transformation as Saudi Arabia enters the final phase of Vision 2030? SULTAN BIN MUHAMMAD AL MUSALLAM: The first phases of Vision 2030 were largely about creating the right foundations for economic transformation through…
On accelerating growth in Saudi Arabia’s mobility sector To what extent is Saudi Arabia’s mobility landscape evolving as Vision 2030 accelerates growth in tourism, business travel, airport activity and major events? SALEH HUSSEIN AL JERWI: Saudi Arabia is witnessing growth across many areas, but tourism is particularly important for the mobility sector. This includes tourism for religious…
Saudi Arabia’s education system is entering a new phase of impact, highlighted by the approval of the General Education Law in July 2026. Through a unified legislative framework aligned with Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Programme, the Kingdom is strengthening governance, coordination and delivery across the educational ecosystem.Produced in partnership with the Ministry of Education,…
Riyadh’s cultural economy is gaining momentum, supported by investment in digital content, visual arts and talent development in Saudi Arabia. Major events such as Riyadh Season, Noor Riyadh and the Riyadh International Book Fair are drawing millions of visitors, demonstrating the scale of the city’s engaged cultural audience. Alongside $1.1bn deployed through IGNITE, new talent pathways…
On how local manufacturing, technology investment and human capital development are strengthening industrial competitiveness What role can manufacturing play in Saudi Arabia’s long-term economic transformation? AHMED ZAATARI: Manufacturing has a central role to play because it creates a deeper and more sustainable economic impact than many service activities. When a company invests in manufacturing,…
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 agenda is reshaping urban development through a stronger focus on liveability, inclusion and quality of life. In Madinah, the region’s humanisation programme is translating these priorities into coordinated, people-centred urban transformation. This report, produced in partnership withAl Madinah Region Development Authority (MDA), examines how humanisation is…
Oxford Business Group has launched a new Impact Report exploring the evolution of Saudi Arabia’s banking sector amid the country’s economic transformation. Banking is playing an increasingly critical role as the Kingdom advances its diversification agenda under Vision 2030. Produced in partnership with BSF, the report highlights how Saudi Arabia’s banking models are evolving and explores the
