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Alhamedi Alanezi, CEO and President, Arabsat: Interview
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Interview: Alhamedi Alanezi, CEO and President, Arabsat How are advancements in satellite communication affecting global connectivity and the Kingdom’s ambitions in the aerospace sector? ALHAMEDI ALANEZI: Advancements in satellite communication are revolutionising global connectivity by enabling faster, more reliable data transmission across regions that were previously underserved or difficult…
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Saleh Al Solami, CEO, Industrial Centre: Interview
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Interview: Saleh Al Solami, CEO, Industrial Centre To what extent will advanced manufacturing technologies drive the next phase of industrial growth? SALEH AL SOLAMI: Advanced technologies, particularly automation and artificial intelligence (AI), will be pivotal in shaping the future of Saudi Arabia’s industrial landscape. These technologies are integral to the Kingdom’s ambition to establish…
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Munir Eldesouki, CEO, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology: Interview
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Interview: Munir Eldesouki, CEO, King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology What role do research and development (R&D) initiatives play in enhancing Saudi Arabia’s competitive edge in the global technology landscape? MUNIR ELDESOUKI: R&D initiatives are a key factor in strengthening the Kingdom’s competitive advantage across multiple vertical markets. If you analyse a value chain…
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Waled Al Ghreri, CEO, National Energy Services Company (Tarshid): Interview
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Interview: Waled Al Ghreri, CEO, National Energy Services Company (Tarshid) Which initiatives are encouraging energy conservation among consumers and businesses? WALED AL GHRERI: Energy efficiency throughout the Kingdom is being encouraged through multiple initiatives, such as regulatory intervention, awareness campaigns and financial incentives. With respect to regulatory intervention, the Saudi…
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Marco Arcelli, CEO, ACWA Power: Interview
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Interview: Marco Arcelli, CEO, ACWA Power In what ways can renewable energy projects contribute to economic diversification efforts? MARCO ARCELLI: Renewable energy projects can significantly enhance Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification under Vision 2030 by bolstering decarbonisation and encouraging private sector participation. These projects drive large-scale renewable energy construction,…
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Naji Al Tamimi, CEO, Insurance Authority: Interview
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Interview: Naji Al Tamimi, CEO, Insurance Authority What is the outlook for the Saudi insurance market, and what is the role of the Insurance Authority? NAJI AL TAMIMI: The government’s commitment to the industry led to the creation of the Insurance Authority in August 2023. This shift in oversight from the Saudi Central Bank and the Council of Health Insurance to the new body is expected to allow…
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Shabab Al Ghamdi, Secretary-General, Council of Health Insurance: Interview
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Interview: Shabab Al Ghamdi, Secretary-General, Council of Health Insurance In what ways are new initiatives under Vision 2030 changing the relationship between beneficiaries, insurers and health care providers? SHABAB AL GHAMDI: The Health Sector Transformation Programme (HSTP) was established as part of Vision 2030 and sets clear aspirations in terms of governance, funding and the delivery of health…
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Faris AlGhannam, CEO and Board Member, HSBC Saudi Arabia: Interview
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Faris AlGhannam, CEO and Board Member, HSBC Saudi Arabia: Interview What factors position Saudi Arabia as an attractive investment destination for the global community? FARIS ALGHANNAM: Saudi Arabia has positioned itself as one of the world’s top-10 capital markets, driven by its robust economic foundations and strategic vision. The Kingdom has made strides in attracting foreign investors, growing…
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Mohammed Al Rumaih, CEO, Saudi Exchange: Interview
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Mohammed Al Rumaih, CEO, Saudi Exchange: Interview In what ways does Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 impact the development of domestic capital markets? MOHAMMED AL RUMAIH: Vision 2030 is having a strong effect on the development of capital markets as part of the Kingdom’s broader goal to diversify its economy away from oil. Introduced in 2018, the Financial Sector Development Programme is a cornerstone…
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Ayman Al-Sayari, Governor, Saudi Central Bank: Interview
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Interview:Ayman Al-Sayari, Governor, Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) What steps has the Kingdom taken to help address the effects of global economic challenges? AYMAN AL-SAYARI: In recent years the most pronounced economic challenge has been global inflationary pressure. Domestic inflation has remained contained due to two main factors: the fixed exchange rate policy, given its role in dampening…