Periodical Briefing: Biweekly Snapshot of Surging Investment, Diplomacy, Domestic Progress
In early September, Saudi Arabia’s initiatives delivered measurable results across economic, diplomatic, and technological fronts. These data points illustrate the Kingdom’s accelerating transformation and its steady march toward Vision 2030.
Economic Growth, Investment
- SAR119.2 Billion FDI Inflows (2024): A 24.2% year-on-year increase, reflecting robust investor confidence.
- $5.5 Billion Sukuk Issuance: Oversubscribed by 3.5 times, underscoring strong global demand for Saudi financial instruments.
- SAR3.109 Trillion Domestic Money Supply: Up 8.4% year-on-year as of July 2025, indicating rising liquidity in the economy.
- £16 Billion UK Trade: Bilateral trade with the UK in 2024, with targets set to reach £30 billion by 2030.
Tourism, Cultural Impact
- 32 Million Visitors: Record-breaking domestic and international tourist numbers during the Saudi Summer program, up 26% year-on-year.
- SAR53.2 Billion Tourist Spending: A 15% increase compared to 2024.
- 1 Million+ Pilgrims Served: Benefited from the new two-minute “ritual completion” haircut service at the Grand Mosque.
- 1,200 Tons of Premium Dates: Set for export to Germany under a charitable agreement supporting orphans in Madinah.
Diplomatic Engagements, Regional Support
- 142 UNGA Votes: Adoption of the Saudi–French-led New York Declaration, advancing a two-state solution.
- 1.65 Million Barrels of Crude to Syria: Strengthening Syria’s energy sector and economic stability.
Security, Law Enforcement Successes
- 14.85 Million Amphetamine Pills Seized: A major bust achieved through intelligence sharing with Lebanese authorities, disrupting a major smuggling network.
- 117,000+ Businesses Using Compliance Tools: Private sector establishments adopting the Self Assessment Platform to enhance labor law compliance.
Healthcare, Technological Innovation
- 20% Cost Reduction in CAR-T Gene Therapy: Achieved by King Faisal Specialist Hospital through in-house manufacturing, expanding access to life-saving treatment.
- 95% Worker Healthcare Coverage: As reported by GASTAT’s 2024 workplace health and safety survey.
Environmental, Conservation Efforts
- 245,632 Km Traveled by Griffon Vultures: Tagged by the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Royal Reserve, providing groundbreaking data for global conservation initiatives.
These indicators highlight Saudi Arabia’s rapid progress in investment, international diplomacy, technological advancement, and social development. Together, they reinforce the Kingdom’s determined trajectory toward achieving Vision 2030.
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