LONDON: The Saudi Arabian Cultural Bureau launched its Career Day and Career Guidance exhibition in London on Saturday. The exhibition is being held under the patronage of Prince Mohammed bin Nawwaf bin Abdul Aziz, Saudi Arabia’s ambassador to the UK, and its theme is “My Vision, My Future 2018.”
Several Saudi government and private institutions participated in the event, which was attended by a number of UK-based Saudi students.
Saudi Arabia’s cultural attaché in the UK, Dr. Abdul Aziz Al-Maqoushi delivered a keynote speech on behalf of the ambassador, and said the exhibition’s aim was to help the public and private sectors enable Saudi youths to contribute to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 National Transformation Program.
“Our country is going through an important renaissance phase that embodies a stage of comprehensive development in which there is a focus on quality instead of quantity,” he said. “This is the stage of maturity — in which we reap the fruit of our efforts.”
He continued: “As you know, the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 has focused on investing in humans to be an effective tool for achieving this transformation, which has begun by investing in education. The scholarship program, in particular, is an unprecedented world-class investment witnessed by everyone.”
Al-Maqoushi went on to describe the Career Day as “a pioneering step that supports Saudi Arabia’s development efforts” and gives “scholars the opportunity to engage in a promising economic transformation process.”
Al-Maqoushi thanked everyone working at the cultural bureau for their efforts in organizing the event. He also praised Saudi scholars in the UK, and reminded them to focus on gaining knowledge to take back to their country.
Saudi Embassy launches career day in London
Saudi Embassy launches career day in London
- Vision 2030 aims to create a strong national identity depending on Saudi youths
Saudi Arabia advances education investment through new partnerships
- Riyadh forum sees 12 agreements signed to enhance infrastructure, innovation, capacity building, and public-private collaboration
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Education Yousef Al-Benyan inaugurated the second Education and Training Investment Forum in Riyadh.
The two-day event, which concluded on Monday, was attended by leaders, decision-makers, investors, and experts.
The forum focused on transforming the education sector into a key economic driver, aligned with the Human Capability Development Program and Saudi Vision 2030.
In his speech, Al-Benyan highlighted the support of the Kingdom’s leadership, enabling the ministry to foster partnerships with the private and nonprofit sectors.
This includes launching an investor guide to facilitate foreign investment in education through legislative frameworks ensuring secure returns.
During the forum, 12 agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed between the education ecosystem and various entities, focusing on education investment, training development, capacity building, and innovation.
These agreements aim to strengthen strategic partnerships and improve educational outcomes, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The minister also honored outstanding students who excelled in international competitions, including the 2025 WorldSkills Asia and the Seoul International Invention Fair, recognizing their contributions to excellence and innovation.
The forum featured over 1,500 participants, including government leaders, educational institutions, and investors, and included panel discussions, keynote speeches, and workshops on investment strategies in education and successful public-private partnerships.
On the sidelines of the forum, New Murabba, a Public Investment Fund company, signed a memorandum of understanding with Tatweer Buildings Co., a subsidiary of Tatweer Education Holding Co.
The MoU establishes an exploratory collaboration to strengthen educational infrastructure and support community development in downtown Riyadh, the SPA added.
Under the agreement, New Murabba and Tatweer Buildings Co. will share expertise, form strategic partnerships, and co-develop programs to enhance the design, development, and operation of educational and community-focused projects.
The MoU also emphasizes incorporating global best practices in the design and operation of educational spaces, the SPA reported.
Both parties are committed to promoting sustainability by exploring eco-friendly solutions for future facilities and projects.
The collaboration will also provide consultancy and thought leadership to improve the quality and impact of educational initiatives.
The agreement includes exploring economic feasibility studies, supporting innovative public-private partnerships, and driving long-term, high-impact investments in the sector.
Michael Dyke, CEO of New Murabba, said: “This partnership with Tatweer Buildings Co. reflects our shared vision for shaping world-class educational and community spaces. Together, we aim to deliver projects that are purpose-driven, sustainable, and aligned with Saudi Arabia’s future ambitions.”
