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Tuesday, Jul 15, 2025

Saudi Arabia Advances Vision 2030 Amid OPEC+ Commitments and Cultural Diplomacy

Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Russia reaffirm OPEC+ oil supply commitment amid voluntary production cuts, while Saudi Vision 2030 drives significant non-oil revenue growth and private investment.
Starting with developments in the oil sector, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Russia have reiterated their commitment to the OPEC+ oil supply agreement, focusing on voluntary production cuts by eight member states to stabilize rising Brent crude prices. At a meeting in Baghdad, Iraq reassured its compliance with these agreements, aligning with the updated schedule submitted to OPEC.

Moving on to Saudi Arabia's transformative projects, the country continues to make strides with its Vision 2030, boasting robust funding and a surge in private investment, as announced by Finance Minister Mohammed Al-Jadaan. Since the initiative's inception in 2016, non-oil revenues have skyrocketed by 154%, alongside a 34% increase in spending on high-quality projects, signaling a healthy economic advance without straining public finances.

Furthermore, Saudi Arabia’s economic resilience is evident as Vision 2030 reforms propel non-oil revenue growth and fiscal stability, highlighted in the newly approved 2025 state budget. With a diversified economy and a manageable inflation rate projected at 1%, the Kingdom showcases its fiscal strength through increased tourism growth and private sector contributions.

In regional diplomatic news, King Salman of Saudi Arabia has been invited to attend the upcoming 45th GCC Summit in Kuwait, set for December 1, aiming to discuss bilateral topics of mutual interest. The invitation, delivered by Kuwait's Minister of Foreign Affairs, fosters the strong ties and collaboration between the two nations.

On the cultural front, the recently concluded Global Harmony initiative in Riyadh celebrated Egyptian culture, strengthening ties between Saudi Arabia and Egypt through music, art, and traditional performances. The event showcased the nations' robust relationship, further enhancing trade and economic connections throughout 2024.

Lastly, Saudi Arabia is gearing up for Expo 2030, as preparations are underway in Riyadh to host under the theme 'The Era of Change: Together for a Foresighted Tomorrow.' With the event set from October 2030 to March 2031, the Expo aims to host 246 exhibitors, highlighting innovative solutions to address global challenges.
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