Erbil is set to host the Kurdistan Region–Saudi Investment Roundtable. The forum aims to expand Saudi investments in the Kurdistan Region and strengthen economic cooperation across multiple sectors.
The event brings together senior government officials, investment authorities, and business leaders from both sides. Organizers say the roundtable seeks to open new channels for trade, investment, and long-term partnerships.
Therefore, the forum will open with welcoming remarks by Dr. Mohammed Shukri, Chairman of the Kurdistan Region Investment Board. Azzam Mohammed Abdul Latif, Director of the Trade Representation Office at the Saudi Consulate in Erbil, will also address participants. The opening session will highlight the strength of bilateral relations and the shared interest in deepening investment ties.
Additionally, a central feature of the agenda is the “Invest in Kurdistan” presentation. The session will include a short promotional film showcasing the Region’s business environment. Following the film, the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Unit will deliver a detailed briefing on incentives, legal frameworks, and priority sectors with strong growth potential.
Government officials will then take part in a dedicated roundtable discussion. Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) ministries will outline policies and procedures designed to support foreign investors. They will explain facilitation mechanisms and recent reforms aimed at reducing barriers to large-scale projects.
Officials will address licensing procedures, legal protections, public-private partnership models, and aftercare services for investors already operating in the Region. These discussions aim to provide clarity and build investor confidence.
The forum will also focus on private-sector engagement. Saudi and Kurdistani companies will present their activities and explore partnership opportunities. Organizers will place particular emphasis on Saudi firms to outline their interests and expectations in the Kurdistan market.
Bilateral networking meetings will allow participants to exchange project portfolios and pursue direct cooperation. These sessions are designed to translate dialogue into concrete investment outcomes.
The event will conclude with closing remarks by Sefin Dizayi, Head of the KRG Department of Foreign Relations. He will summarize the discussions and outline a roadmap for future economic cooperation.
The Kurdistan Saudi investment roundtable comes as the Kurdistan Region seeks to diversify its economy and attract regional capital. In recent years, Erbil has worked to strengthen ties with Gulf countries, especially Saudi Arabia.
For Riyadh, the forum aligns with Vision 2030, which promotes outward investment and regional partnerships in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism. Officials say the meeting reflects a shared recognition of economic opportunities driven by stability, a young workforce, and strategic location.
