The Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum is set to be held at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh on May 13, aiming to strengthen economic collaboration between Saudi Arabia and the United States. The event aligns with the state visit of U.S. President Donald Trump and will bring together senior officials from both nations, as well as global business leaders and investors, to advance partnerships in key sectors.
The forum’s agenda includes ministerial dialogues, executive panels, and leadership roundtables. Discussions will focus on energy, finance, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and major development projects. The opening session will address the current state of Saudi-U.S. relations, followed by high-level talks on energy transition, market stability, and coordinated fiscal and monetary policies. According to the Saudi Gazette, ministers from both governments will explore ways to bolster economic resilience amid global changes.
Key speakers include:
- His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman, Minister of Energy
- His Excellency Mohammed Al-Jadaan, Minister of Finance
- His Excellency Abdullah Al-Swaha, Minister of Communications and IT
- His Excellency Khalid Al-Falih, Minister of Investment
- His Royal Highness Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, Minister of Sport
- BlackRock Chairman and CEO Larry Fink
- Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser
- IBM Chairman and CEO Arvind Krishna
- Google and Alphabet President and CIO Ruth Porat
Core sessions will cover the future of artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and industrial strategy. Panels will examine the growth of hyperscale data centers, AI applications, and innovations in global financial systems. Energy security, sustainability, and joint efforts in renewables and clean technology will also be highlighted, alongside opportunities in advanced manufacturing and critical minerals.
Additional sessions will discuss Saudi Arabia’s preparations for Expo 2030 and the 2034 FIFA World Cup, both significant elements of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 economic diversification plan. Parallel roundtables will address biotechnology, digital health, aerospace, education, tourism, and venture capital, encouraging direct engagement and new investment opportunities.
The forum will close with recognition of key partners, the signing of bilateral agreements, and concluding remarks from senior leaders of both countries.
