Saudi Arabia, 2025
Saudi Arabia and China have signed 57 agreements and memoranda of understanding totaling over SAR 14 billion during the Saudi-Chinese Forum on exporting Saudi products and building sustainable agricultural cooperation. The deals span 36 Saudi entities and their Chinese counterparts, marking one of the most comprehensive bilateral investment pushes in the Kingdom’s food, water and environmental sectors to date.
Out of the total, 26 agreements focus specifically on exports—paving the way for increased shipments of Saudi dates, bottled water, fruits, vegetables and livestock products into the Chinese market. These trade protocols are supported by parallel investments in logistics infrastructure, integrated supply chain hubs and food safety programs that will underpin sustained export growth.
Key initiatives announced during the forum include the development of a smart food security city in Saudi Arabia featuring production zones, laboratories and advanced logistics; marine algae farming stations and biofuel development projects; and public-private cooperation on water recycling and cloud-powered water treatment technologies.
In the livestock and aquaculture sectors, new partnerships will support modern poultry farms, genetic enhancement of shrimp breeds and commercial vertical farming ventures. Private sector players also agreed to advance environmental recycling initiatives, including beekeeping and wool waste reuse.
Mohammed AlQurashi, Founder of Saudi FoodTech, said: “This SAR 14 billion push is one of the most ambitious global partnerships we’ve seen in the region. It reflects the scale, timing and global readiness of Saudi Arabia’s food and agri-tech sectors – and it signals to the world that we’re building not just capacity, but world-class capabilities. It’s a timely move that strengthens our position in a rapidly evolving global food landscape.”
