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Saudi Arabia Secures $1.74 Billion in Chinese Investments

9/26/2025

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Story summary

Bandar Alkhorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, announced 42 investment agreements worth over $1.74 billion at Saudi-Chinese Forum in Beijing.
Chinese investments in Saudi Arabia rose 30% in 2024 to over SR31 billion, with 750+ firms operating.
Saudi investments in China surpassed SR8 billion, backed by a $50 billion PIF deal; Future Minerals Forum planned for January 2026.

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Launched in January 2016, Saudi Vision 2030 aims to reduce the kingdom's reliance on oil by diversifying its economy. This initiative has attracted significant foreign investment, notably a 30% increase in Chinese investments, totaling over SR31 billion by 2024. Recent agreements worth $1.74 billion further solidify the growing economic partnership between Saudi Arabia and China, reflecting a shift in global investment dynamics.

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Story summary

Bandar Alkhorayef, Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, announced 42 investment agreements worth over $1.74 billion at Saudi-Chinese Forum in Beijing.
Chinese investments in Saudi Arabia rose 30% in 2024 to over SR31 billion, with 750+ firms operating.
Saudi investments in China surpassed SR8 billion, backed by a $50 billion PIF deal; Future Minerals Forum planned for January 2026.

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