Vision 2030

Roland Berger is marking two decades in the Middle East with its strongest financial year on record — even as the global industry slows. The senior partner and MD Middle East explains why the region is bucking the trend, and what changes when clients stop asking for a vision and start asking you to deliver one

The flow of investment this year highlighted the acceleration of the real estate sector in Saudi and the growing interest from international players

A new cross-sector report published by Moody’s Ratings shows how the country is advancing towards its Vision 2030 goals

Over 130 attendees listened to discussions focused on innovation, regulatory reform, public–private collaboration and investment sectors driving growth in the Kingdom

The Kingdom is leveraging PPPs to develop highways, railways, ports, and airports, attracting private investment and expertise to drive innovation and efficiency

The country is leveraging the latest in digital innovation to improve the pilgrimage experience for millions of visitors each year

The International Monetary Fund and economists estimate Riyadh needs oil prices of over $90 a barrel to balance its budget

As of the end of 2024, 85 per cent of the 1,502 active initiatives under Vision 2030 are either completed or on track, with 674 completed and 596 progressing as planned

International arrivals to Saudi Arabia reached 30 million in 2024, up from 27.4 million in 2023, demonstrating a robust upward trajectory for the tourism and hospitality sectors

Fitch said the country’s Vision 2030 project provides some flexibility in managing capital expenditure and debt issuance