The Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum is an international platform designed to strengthen economic cooperation between Saudi Arabia and the United States of America. The forum focuses on expanding joint investments, creating opportunities in strategic sectors, and renewing a bilateral partnership that has shaped relations for nearly a century.
The first edition of the forum commenced on May 13, 2025, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh, coinciding with U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia during his second term.
Target Audience
The forum is aimed at leaders, decision-makers, and investors from both Saudi Arabia and the United States. Its purpose is to renew economic collaboration and open new horizons for investment across sectors such as energy, advanced manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, and technology.
Accompanying Exhibition
Alongside the forum, an accompanying exhibition showcased historic photographs capturing pivotal moments in Saudi-U.S. relations since 1933, when Standard Oil of California signed an oil exploration concession in the Kingdom.
The exhibition also highlighted:
- Saudi and U.S. companies fostering investment opportunities.
- Major projects supporting economic diversification in Saudi Arabia.
- Corporate showcases from sectors contributing to Vision 2030.
Participation of Leaders
The forum featured the participation of:
- His Royal Highness Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz.
- U.S. President Donald Trump.
In his address, the Crown Prince emphasized:
- The 92-year history of economic relations between both nations.
- Announcements of joint partnership opportunities worth USD600 billion.
- Agreements exceeding USD300 billion revealed during the event.
- Plans to raise agreements’ total value to USD1 trillion in the next phase.
President Trump reaffirmed the strategic partnership between the two countries, highlighting:
- Contributions of the relationship to regional stability and security.
- Support for Saudi Arabia’s transformation into a hub for technology, innovation, and culture.
- Praise for Riyadh’s role as host of Expo 2030 and the 2034 FIFA World Cup.
- A policy shift with the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria, following consultations with the Crown Prince.
Sessions and Agreements
The program included:
- 15 specialized sessions.
- 4 roundtables.
- 12 exhibition pavilions.
- Over 125 speakers and 2,000 attendees.
Discussion topics covered:
- Saudi Arabia’s progress in social and economic indicators.
- Advancements under Vision 2030, particularly in AI and robotics.
- The Kingdom’s rise as a global tourism hub, ranking among the world’s top 10 most-visited countries.
- Adoption of Starlink services in aviation and maritime sectors.
At the conclusion of the forum, 140 agreements and memorandums of understanding were signed, valued at approximately USD300 billion. These agreements covered:
- Sustainable energy
- Artificial intelligence
- Advanced manufacturing
- Financial services
- Healthcare and life sciences
Significance
The Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum represents a milestone in bilateral relations, enhancing trade, technology transfer, and innovation partnerships. By aligning with Saudi Vision 2030, the forum underscores both countries’ commitment to sustainable economic growth and strategic cooperation across global markets.
