The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is gearing up for Expo 2030 with a promise to highlight advancements in digital innovation, as confirmed by the country’s minister of communications and information technology, Abdullah Al-Swaha. He articulated the nation’s aspirations to establish itself as a key player on the international stage by fostering empowerment, ecological stewardship, and by crafting pathways towards new frontiers.
Al-Swaha, in his statement, conveyed that the exposition is envisioned to forge global unity through the conduits of science, culture, and innovation. This ambition is backed by the unwavering support of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who have been pivotal in the nation’s developmental journey.
The minister expressed that Saudi Arabia’s opportunity to host this prestigious event is a testament to the Crown Prince’s dedicated advocacy, positioning the Kingdom as the epicenter of global focus. He emphasized that Expo 2030 is set to become an exemplary stage for showcasing the Kingdom’s rich heritage, burgeoning digital landscape, and cultural diversity.
With initiatives in technology, innovation, space exploration, and sustainability, Saudi Arabia is placing itself at the forefront of global efforts to envision a prosperous future. Al-Swaha stressed the significance of international alliances and collaboration in tackling some of the most pressing global challenges, particularly those pertaining to sustainable development and climate initiatives, which the Riyadh Expo 2030 is committed to addressing in a holistic manner.
Further underscoring Saudi Arabia’s innovative strides, Al-Swaha pointed out the Kingdom’s leadership in artificial intelligence, brought forth by creating the first Generative Artificial Intelligence Accelerator in the region, as well as The Garage, a leading deep technology business incubator. These ventures underscore the nation’s dedication to shaping a forward-thinking global economy.
In the realm of digital advancements, Saudi Arabia has earned global accolades, as highlighted by the minister. The Kingdom clinched third place on the World Bank’s GovTech Maturity Index and was ranked fourth worldwide for its readiness in digital regulations as per the International Telecommunication Union’s “Global Digital Regulatory Outlook 2023.”