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First Int’l Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture Kicks off in Riyadh

Officials are seen at the International Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture (IFESA) in Riyadh. (SPA)
Officials are seen at the International Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture (IFESA) in Riyadh. (SPA)
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First Int’l Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture Kicks off in Riyadh

Officials are seen at the International Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture (IFESA) in Riyadh. (SPA)
Officials are seen at the International Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture (IFESA) in Riyadh. (SPA)

Saudi Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Water, Eng. Abdulrahman Al-Fadhly inaugurated on Monday the inaugural International Forum and Exhibition for Sustainable Agriculture (IFESA) in Riyadh.

Held under the slogan "Agricultural Development with Optimal Use of Natural Resources", the event is organized by the National Research and Development Center for Sustainable Agriculture (Estidamah) in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture.

Several international, regional and local experts and specialists in the agricultural sector are attending the event.

Al-Fadhly also inaugurated the forum's accompanying exhibition, featuring both local and international exhibitors. He toured various pavilions showcasing their offerings.

Several agreements were signed between the Estidamah Center, the Agricultural Development Fund, the Saudi Coffee Company, solutions by stc, the Food Development Company, and the Saudi Agricultural Development Company.

The international event serves as a platform to showcase cutting-edge research, studies, and practices in agricultural sustainability. It highlights the latest technologies and innovations contributing to sustainable agriculture.

The forum will host lectures, seminars, discussions, presentations, and workshops led by global experts, presenting the newest practices, research, and studies in sustainable agriculture.

It offers a platform for national and international companies to exhibit and share their latest innovations and experiences in the field of sustainable agriculture.

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Saudi Government Calls for Private Sector Involvement to Enhance Vision 2030 Reports

King Abdullah Financial Center in Riyadh (Asharq Al-Awsat)
King Abdullah Financial Center in Riyadh (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Government Calls for Private Sector Involvement to Enhance Vision 2030 Reports

King Abdullah Financial Center in Riyadh (Asharq Al-Awsat)
King Abdullah Financial Center in Riyadh (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Saudi government has directed greater private sector involvement in shaping the content of Vision 2030 communications and reports, according to sources who spoke to Asharq Al-Awsat. The goal is to amplify the impact of the annual Vision 2030 reports by making them more comprehensive and directly relevant to the business community.

The Strategic Management Office in the Saudi Royal Court has invited private sector stakeholders to review the annual Vision 2030 report to raise awareness of governmental achievements. Businesses are encouraged to provide feedback to ensure that future reports are more impactful and valuable for their audience.

The initiative aims to gather feedback on whether the current report format effectively delivers information relevant to the business sector. It also seeks input on the balance between general achievements and sector-specific details, as well as insights on the report’s accessibility and usefulness to business audiences.

According to the sources, the government is also evaluating the level of transparency in the report, particularly in showcasing progress and achievements. Stakeholders are being asked to suggest areas of focus for future editions to make the reports more comprehensive and relevant to their needs.

Additional proposals include enhancing collaboration between the Vision 2030 communications team and Saudi chambers of commerce to better report on progress and achievements to the private sector. Furthermore, the government is exploring the inclusion of practical success stories from businesses that have played a role in achieving Vision 2030 goals.

Since its inception, Vision 2030 has worked to identify and address challenges facing businesses. Significant reforms have been implemented to remove barriers, ensuring the private sector can fulfill its vital role in driving economic growth.

Efforts have included reforms to streamline the business environment, enhance the quality and efficiency of government services, and digitize processes. Additionally, numerous programs, initiatives, funding platforms, and business incubators and accelerators have been launched to support the private sector.

The Vision 2030 annual report for 2023 highlighted strong program performance, with 87% of the year’s 1,064 initiatives either completed or on track. Among the 243 key performance indicators (KPIs) identified, 81% of third-level KPIs met their targets, while 105 exceeded future targets set for 2024–2025.

The report also noted that non-oil gross domestic product (GDP) reached SAR 1.889 trillion, compared to a baseline of SAR 1.519 trillion. The 2023 target was SAR 1.934 trillion, with the ultimate Vision 2030 target set at SAR 4.97 trillion.

Private sector contributions to GDP increased to 45%, meeting the 2023 target and surpassing the baseline of 40.3%. The long-term Vision 2030 target is 65%.