Saudi Arabia is aiming to expand its industrial and technological collaboration with China as bilateral trade between the two countries reached approximately $115 billion in 2025, a senior Saudi investment official said during the China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT) 2026.
Speaking on behalf of Investment Minister Fahad Al-Saif, Assistant Minister of Investment Ibrahim Al-Mubarak highlighted Saudi Arabia’s role as the guest of honor at the event as indicative of the strengthening economic ties between the two nations. Al-Mubarak emphasized the Kingdom’s commitment to broadening its investment activities in China and enhancing economic integration through the development of new industries, more resilient supply chains, and the localization of advanced technologies.
Chinese investment in Saudi Arabia grew by 27 percent in 2025, reaching nearly SR40 billion (around $10.65 billion). Al-Mubarak noted that over 1,900 Chinese companies currently operate within Saudi Arabia, including 43 that have established regional headquarters in the Kingdom.
Looking ahead, Saudi Arabia aims to deepen cooperation in several sectors, including advanced manufacturing, energy, technology, artificial intelligence, logistics, supply chain management, and the digital economy. These areas are viewed as critical for fostering sustained growth and integrating economic activities between the two countries.
The push for closer industrial and technological links comes amid broader efforts by Saudi Arabia to diversify its economy and enhance its role as a regional investment hub, while China continues to seek strategic partnerships to support its global economic ambitions.