Saudi economy minister holds global talks to boost bilateral ties, economic cooperation

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Economy and Planning is intensifying global engagement through a series of high-level meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and economic cooperation with key international markets.

On the sidelines of the UN’s High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development 2025, Faisal Al-Ibrahim met with his Ethiopian counterpart, Fitsum Assefa, to discuss enhancing bilateral economic, commercial, and investment ties and other topics of mutual interest, according to a statement.

This supports the ministry’s goal to advance Vision 2030 by fostering economic diversification, attracting investment, and strengthening the national economy.

Its main priorities include crafting long-term strategies, aligning policies to ensure sustainable growth, and identifying strategic opportunities, as well as promoting data-driven policymaking, enhancing economic expertise, and building institutional capacity.