Syria is the guest of honor at the third edition of the Made in Saudi Arabia exhibition
The Saudi capital, Riyadh, is preparing to host a major economic event, with the Syrian Arab Republic as the guest of honor at the third edition of the “Made in Saudi Arabia” exhibition. Organized by the Saudi Export Development Authority through its “Made in Saudi Arabia” program, the exhibition is scheduled to take place from December 15th to 17th at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center in Malham, marking a significant step forward in trade relations between the two countries.
Widespread Syrian participation under the slogan “We are similar to each other”
Syria's participation in this important economic event is marked by a high-level delegation headed by the Minister of Economy and Industry, Dr. Muhammad Nidal al-Shaar. The Syrian presence is distinguished by a large pavilion featuring more than 25 companies representing a select group of industrial and service sectors in Syria. The slogan chosen for this participation is "We Are Alike," a slogan with profound significance, building upon Saudi Arabia's previous participation in the Damascus International Fair. This slogan embodies the deep fraternal and historical ties between the two brotherly nations and their shared aspirations for a prosperous industrial future.
Economic context and comprehensive development vision
This event cannot be viewed in isolation from the significant economic transformation underway in Saudi Arabia under Vision 2030, which primarily aims to diversify income sources and increase the share of non-oil exports. The “Made in Saudi Arabia” program is a cornerstone of this vision, striving to enhance the industrial identity of Saudi products and make them the preferred choice both domestically and internationally. Syria’s participation as a guest of honor underscores the Kingdom’s pivotal role as a regional logistics and industrial hub, seeking to build bridges of cooperation with neighboring countries to bolster trade.
Strengthening Arab industrial integration
The presence of Syrian companies alongside their Saudi counterparts represents an exceptional opportunity to strengthen Arab industrial ties and facilitate the exchange of expertise between manufacturers and investors from both sides. This participation aims to explore new investment opportunities and expand the joint industrial base, serving mutual interests and fostering sustainable growth in the region. The exhibition also reflects the two countries' desire to overcome obstacles to intra-regional trade and capitalize on each other's competitive advantages.
Exhibition objectives and visitor experience
The third edition of the “Made in Saudi Arabia” exhibition aims to provide a comprehensive visitor experience, not only showcasing products but also highlighting inspiring industrial success stories. The exhibition seeks to enhance the appeal of Saudi products and services both locally and internationally, and to raise awareness of the importance of national products as a cornerstone of economic development, thus opening up broader horizons for strategic partnerships and trade agreements during the event.
