Saudi pavilion highlights 75 investment deals in Shanghai

Saudi pavilion highlights 75 investment deals in Shanghai

Saudi Arabia launched its national pavilion at Transport Logistic China 2026 in Shanghai, showcasing "more than 75 investment opportunities" and signing seven memoranda of understanding and cooperation agreements with Chinese partners on the opening day. The pavilion, organised under the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) in coordination with Invest Saudi, brought together 25 national entities from the transport, logistics and investment sectors to promote strategic projects aimed at attracting foreign capital and accelerating industrial diversification under Saudi Vision 2030.

"More than 75 investment opportunities" were presented across transport, logistics and industrial sectors, with the pavilion hosting specialised workshops and executive meetings to connect investors and government officials. A featured workshop titled "Moving Forward" convened transport and port sector officials to address supply chain resilience, public-private integration and innovation in logistics.

On the opening day, the seven signed agreements covered a range of strategic priorities. Key among them was a partnership between the NIDLP and Huawei focused on human capital development. Another agreement paired Elm with SUTPC to develop digital solutions for smart cities. Additional collaborations announced at the pavilion included electric mobility initiatives and an agreement to establish a tire manufacturing plant in Saudi Arabia, reflecting the Kingdom's push to expand manufacturing capacity and localise supply chains.

• Organisers and participants: National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP), Invest Saudi, 25 national entities representing transport, logistics and investment sectors.
• Number of investment opportunities showcased: more than 75.
• Agreements signed: seven MoUs and cooperation agreements with Chinese partners.
• Notable partners: Huawei; Elm; SUTPC.
• Highlighted project types: human capital development, smart-city digital solutions, electric mobility, tire manufacturing plant, logistics and manufacturing partnerships.

The delegation emphasised projects designed to position Saudi Arabia as a hub connecting Asia, Europe and Africa. The agreements aim to deepen economic cooperation with China through technology transfer, industrial localisation and investment in advanced manufacturing and sustainable transport solutions. Officials framed the collaboration as a step toward reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s role as a key trade and logistics gateway while supporting technology transfer and workforce development.

Workshops at the pavilion focused on practical industry issues. The "Moving Forward" session addressed improving operational efficiency and enhancing collaboration between government and private-sector stakeholders, with discussions on strategies to strengthen global supply chains and public-private sector integration.

Looking ahead, the Saudi pavilion is scheduled to continue its programme over the remaining two days of Transport Logistic China 2026. Organisers said bilateral meetings between investors and government officials will remain a priority, and they expect additional agreements to be signed that further support investment, industrial partnerships and Saudi Arabia’s trade and logistics ambitions. The immediate pipeline includes follow-up talks aimed at converting showcased opportunities into concrete investments and implementing the partnerships announced on opening day.