Riyadh Emir Inaugurates 12th Economic Forum Under King Salman’s Patronage

Opening Ceremony and Attendance

According to the source, under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and on his behalf, Emir of Riyadh Region Prince Faisal bin Bandar inaugurated the 12th edition of the Riyadh Economic Forum on Tuesday.

According to the source, the three‑day forum is taking place at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center.

According to the source, the ceremony was attended by a number of princes, ministers, officials and ambassadors accredited to Saudi Arabia.

Emir’s Remarks and Forum’s Purpose

According to the source, in his speech the Emir said he hoped this edition would build on the forum’s past achievements.

According to the source, he added that the studies and discussions should provide practical insights that keep pace with Saudi Arabia’s accelerating developmental and economic transformations.

According to the source, the forum serves as an important strategic platform for supporting decision‑making and advancing comprehensive development.

Historical Context and Focus of the 12th Edition

According to the source, since its launch in 2003 the forum has established a distinctive methodology that ensures its continued impact beyond each edition.

According to the source, the 12th Riyadh Economic Forum does not carry a single overarching tagline or theme name, but is centred on discussing five specialised strategic studies that support the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.