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Deemah Al Yahya, Secretary-General, Digital Cooperation Organisation: Interview
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Interview: Deemah Al Yahya, Secretary-General, Digital Cooperation Organisation How does multilateral cooperation address the digital divide between and within countries? DEEMAH AL YAHYA: An estimated 2.6bn people around the world still lack internet access. This gap restricts opportunities and economic growth, with the IMF estimating that a 10% increase in digital penetration could boost per capita…
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Nadir Al Koraya, CEO, Riyad Bank: Interview
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Interview: Nadir Al Koraya, CEO, Riyad Bank To what extent are banks adapting strategies and services to support economic diversification? NADIR AL KORAYA: The Financial Sector Development Programme (FSDP) is key to creating a diverse sector that supports the national economy. The FSDP has been instrumental in privatising industries, strengthening related entities and developing financial markets.…
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Nabil Khojah, Secretary-General, Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority: Interview
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Interview:Nabil Khojah, Secretary-General, Economic Cities and Special Zones Authority How does the establishment of economic zones contribute to diversification, and what role do these zones play in attracting foreign investment? NABIL KHOJAH: The creation of special economic zones (SEZs) is a key component of Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification strategy under Vision 2030. These zones…
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Hussein Fares, CEO, Abdulla Fouad Group: Interview
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Interview:Hussein Fares, CEO, Abdulla Fouad Group How do you see Saudi Arabia’s current infrastructure development contributing to Vision 2030? HUSSEIN FARES: The pace of infrastructure development in the Kingdom has been remarkable. We have made significant strides across multiple sectors – from transport and logistics, to housing and utilities – all of which are critical to long-term…
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Bader H AlSalloom, CEO, BSF: Interview
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Interview:Bader H AlSalloom, CEO, BSF What has been the response of the banking sector to recent shifts in the global economic landscape? BADER ALSALLOOM: The Saudi banking sector has responded to global economic shifts with a robust focus on supporting Vision 2030 and the associated giga- and megaprojects driving economic growth. Saudi Arabia has been somewhat insulated from global economic…
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Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism: Interview
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Interview: Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism Which strategies are being implemented to develop tourism following the Covid-19 pandemic? AHMED AL KHATEEB: In the wake of the pandemic, Saudi Arabia is continuing its journey to transform its tourism sector, guided by Vision 2030. This initiative is not just about boosting tourism numbers but reshaping the Kingdom into a premier tourism destination. Central…
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Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO, Diriyah Company: Interview
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Interview: Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO, Diriyah Company To what extent are the Kingdom’s efforts to develop its tourism and entertainment sectors creating new practices that could be applied in other regions? JERRY INZERILLO: In the tourism and entertainment sectors, the Kingdom is breaking new ground and benefitting from a single-minded, comprehensive strategy. Unlike many countries where destinations…
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Fahad bin Abdurrahman Al Jalajel, Minister of Health: Interview
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Interview: Fahad bin Abdurrahman Al Jalajel, Minister of Health How do clustering and public-private partnerships (PPPs) align with health care reform objectives? FAHID BIN ABDURRAHMAN AL JALAJEL: Aligned with Vision 2030, the Kingdom’s Health Care Transformation Programme is set to revolutionise the accessibility and quality of care for both citizens and visitors. The initiative focuses on digitisation,…
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Prince Sultan bin Salman Al Saud, Chairman, King Salman Centre for Disability Research: Interview
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Interview: Prince Sultan bin Salman Al Saud, Chairman, King Salman Centre for Disability Research How is health care research in Saudi Arabia addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities? PRINCE SULTAN BIN SALMAN AL SAUD: Health care research in Saudi Arabia has a strong emphasis on expanding and enhancing the capabilities of specialised centres. These efforts are not limited to medical…
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Fahad Al Shebel, CEO, National Unified Procurement Company: Interview
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Interview: Fahad Al Shebel, CEO, National Unified Procurement Company In what ways will digital technologies improve the procurement of health care supplies? FAHAD AL SHEBEL: Over the next decade, advanced analytics and machine learning will enhance supply and demand planning. Analysing historical data and market trends will enable accurate predictions of medical and pharmaceutical needs, helping…