Riyadh, Saudi Arabia \u2014 (ARAB NEWSIRE<\/a>) \u2014\u00a0 Riyadh witnessed the convening of the Global Industrial Localization Forum on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton, bringing together official delegations and leading business figures from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the People\u2019s Republic of China. The event marked a significant step toward strengthening industrial and investment cooperation between the two countries.<\/p>\n The capital Riyadh hosted this unprecedented industrial event with the participation of official delegations and businessmen from both nations, alongside industry and innovation leaders from Dongguan, globally known as the \u201cFactory of the World.\u201d This major event reinforces the ongoing efforts to localize industries, expand joint investment, transfer advanced technologies, and enhance supply chains in line with Saudi Vision 2030.<\/p>\n Official Opening Ceremony and Saudi Royal Salute<\/strong><\/p>\n The forum opened with a high-level reception for the Saudi and Chinese delegations, led by ceremony presenter Mr. Mohammed Mahnashi, who welcomed attendees and emphasized the importance of this meeting in promoting industrial and trade exchange between Riyadh and Dongguan.<\/p>\n The Saudi royal salute was then played, marking the official start of the forum\u2019s program.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Official Words: Saudi Arabia and China on One Platform<\/strong><\/p>\n Speech of the Saudi Side \u2013 Abdulmalik Al-Asaker<\/strong><\/p>\n Saudi business leader Mr. Abdul Malik Asaker, Executive Consultant and Senior Public Relations Director, delivered the keynote speech on behalf of the Saudi side.<\/p>\n Below is his full speech, as delivered:<\/p>\n Peace be upon you, and the mercy and blessings of Allah.<\/em><\/p>\n Your Excellencies, Honorable Guests, and Dear Friends,<\/em><\/p>\n Leaders of pioneering companies and factories from the industrial city of Dongguan, China.<\/em><\/p>\n We are delighted to gather here in the land of Saudi Arabia\u2019s ambitious Vision 2030 to participate in the \u201cGlobal Industries Localization Forum.\u201d This forum stands as a testament to our shared future vision, cementing a strategic partnership between the leadership of a time-honored Chinese industry and a steadily growing Saudi economy that is solidifying its position as a global hub.<\/em><\/p>\n Your presence with us today is a testament to the depth of the relations between the Kingdom of goodness and progress and the industrial powerhouse of China. It reaffirms our shared belief that cooperation and integration are the path to building tomorrow. This forum is more than just an attendance; it is a genuine platform for transforming ideas into projects and for building bridges of manufacturing and technology that contribute to the transfer and localization of knowledge, serving the economies and peoples of our nations.<\/em><\/p>\n The Kingdom\u2019s Vision 2030, under the leadership of my patron, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and my patron, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince \u2013 may God protect them \u2013 has opened unprecedented horizons for investment and industry, making the localization of technology and industries a national priority. You are our partners in realizing this vision.<\/em><\/p>\n The presence of officials from the Ministry of Investment, the Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs and Housing, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Industry, the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, and business leaders is a clear indication of our government\u2019s commitment to the success of industrial localization.<\/em><\/p>\n Welcome to the land of generosity and opportunity, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We wish you a pleasant stay and hope your participation in this forum yields fruitful partnerships and monumental projects that serve the development journey of our country and yours, adding a new achievement to the successes of our strategic alliance.<\/em><\/p>\n Thank you. We are delighted to have you with us.<\/em><\/p>\n Peace be upon you, and the mercy and blessings of Allah.<\/em><\/p>\n Chinese Side Speech \u2013 Wei Hao From the Chinese side, Mr. Wei Hao, Secretary of the Dongguan Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, delivered a keynote speech expressing appreciation for the warm reception and underscoring Dongguan\u2019s immense industrial capabilities.<\/p>\n His full speech, delivered during the inauguration of the Dongguan Youpin (Saudi Arabia) Exhibition and Sales Center, is below:<\/p>\n Distinguished Mr Abdul Malik Alasaker and Dr Rashed Osman, esteemed representatives of Saudi government departments, honored business leaders, ladies and gentlemen:<\/em><\/p>\n Good day to all!<\/em><\/p>\n As November draws to a close, Saudi Arabia continues to shine brightly with its vibrant energy and warmth. It is a pleasure to gather here in Riyadh, the \u2018City of Gardens,\u2019 to strengthen our bonds, explore avenues for collaboration, and envision a shared future. On behalf of the Dongguan Municipal Party Committee and Government, I extend warm greetings to all esteemed guests. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the Saudi community for their unwavering efforts in making this event a success.<\/em><\/p>\n The relationship between China and Saudi Arabia spans centuries, with roots in the Maritime Silk Road over 1,200 years ago, which initiated trade and fostered friendly exchanges. Since the era of reform and opening-up, Dongguan\u2019s light industrial products have complemented Saudi Arabia\u2019s wealth of energy resources, leading to increasingly close economic and trade ties. In recent years, under the leadership of President Xi Jinping and King Salman, as well as the efforts of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, our cooperation has deepened significantly, positioning Saudi Arabia as China\u2019s primary trade partner in the Middle East.<\/em><\/p>\n Dongguan, located at the heart of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, is a major economic hub known for openness and vibrancy. With an economic output exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan, more than 220,000 industrial enterprises, and strong clusters in electronics, textiles, manufacturing, and more, Dongguan plays a pivotal global role\u2014producing nearly one-fifth of the world\u2019s smartphones and a large share of computer motherboards and toys.<\/em><\/p>\n From January to October of this year, Dongguan achieved a total import and export value of approximately 180 billion US dollars, reflecting robust growth of 14.7%, with exports to the Middle East rising by 33.8%.<\/em><\/p>\n Dongguan continues expanding its international trade network through overseas centers in South Africa (2016), Kazakhstan (2025), and now Riyadh. The newly launched Dongguan Premium Products Exhibition and Sales Center in Riyadh will serve as a long-term platform for showcasing the city\u2019s premier products, providing direct access for Saudi consumers and buyers.<\/em><\/p>\n In conclusion, we aspire to foster deeper partnerships with Saudi enterprises, enhance mutual understanding and investment opportunities, and collaboratively build a brighter future.<\/em><\/p>\n I extend my best wishes for good health and success to all our distinguished guests. Thank you!<\/em><\/p>\n SACNCO Address \u2013 Dr. Rashed Osman<\/strong><\/p>\n Speaking on behalf of SACNCO, Dr. Rashed Osman, Executive Director of SACNCO and Chairman of SAMYCNCO Group, delivered the following speech:<\/p>\n In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.<\/em><\/p>\n Your Excellency, the Secretary-General of Dongguan City,<\/em><\/p>\n Distinguished Guests, Honorable Partners, Ladies and Gentlemen,<\/em><\/p>\n Peace be upon you.<\/em><\/p>\n I stand before you today filled with immense pride and optimism, not merely to attend a ceremony, but to collectively witness the dawn of a new chapter in the strategic partnership between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the global manufacturing powerhouse of Dongguan.<\/em><\/p>\n The title \u201cFactory of the World\u201d was not bestowed upon Dongguan lightly; it was earned through decades of innovation, quality, and manufacturing excellence. Today, through our collaboration, we are bringing this industrial engine directly to Riyadh.<\/em><\/p>\n The \u201cDongguan Youpin and Sales Center\u201d we inaugurate today is more than just a showcase\u2014it is a vibrant bridge, a gateway for Saudi businesses to access superior \u201cMade in Dongguan\u201d products and a home for Dongguan brands to grow in the heart of the Middle East.<\/em><\/p>\n To support this bridge, we are also establishing Administrative Office Spaces in Riyadh as strategic command centers for Dongguan companies.<\/em><\/p>\n The most ambitious pillar of all is the Saudi-Dongguan Industrial Development Zone, aligning with <\/em>Saudi\u2019s<\/em> Vision 2030 and China\u2019s vision One Belt One Road. This is a platform for joint manufacturing, technology transfer, co-innovation, and job creation.<\/em><\/p>\n May the exhibition be our launchpad, the offices our base, and the industrial zone our legacy.<\/em><\/p>\n Together, we will not only manufacture products but build prosperity.<\/em><\/p>\n Thank you.<\/em><\/p>\n Participation of the Saudi Ministry of Investment<\/strong><\/p>\n A representative of the Saudi Ministry of Investment discussed the government facilities, investor enablers, and services offered to foreign companies interested in entering the Saudi market, highlighting the promising opportunities available to Chinese investors.<\/p>\n Participation of the Industrial Cities and Special Economic Zones Authority (MODON)<\/strong><\/p>\n A representative from MODON reviewed the Kingdom\u2019s advanced industrial infrastructure, the support provided to local and international factories, and the future vision to expand manufacturing capacity and increase local content across industries.<\/p>\n Launch of New Strategic Industrial Initiatives<\/strong><\/p>\n The forum served as a platform for the announcement of several unprecedented industrial initiatives linking Dongguan to the Saudi industrial sector, including:<\/p>\n A specialized hub designed as a permanent exhibition to showcase high-quality manufacturing products and services from Dongguan, support their localization within the Kingdom, and expand industrial linkages between companies from both sides.<\/p>\n A new strategic base that enables Dongguan companies to launch, coordinate, and expand their operations across the region.<\/p>\n A joint manufacturing zone focusing on technology exchange, industrial localization, and co-production in alignment with Vision 2030.<\/p>\n High-Level Leadership Statements:<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr. Rashid Othman \u2013 CEO of SACNCO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of SAMYCNCO<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cToday we are not just opening a gallery or an office, but laying the foundation stone for a thriving industrial corridor. The launch of the Saudi Industrial Development Zone-Dongguan demonstrates our commitment to knowledge transfer and the establishment of co-production facilities in line with the Kingdom\u2019s Vision 2030 and the Belt and Road Initiative.\u201d<\/p>\n Mr. Abdulmalik Al-Asaker \u2013 Executive Consultant & Chief Public Relations Officer<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cThe establishment of administrative offices and a permanent exhibition for Dongguan companies gives it a central base in the Kingdom and supports Saudi companies in building partnerships that go beyond supply to R&D and co-manufacturing.\u201d<\/p>\n Ms. Ho Yanhong \u2013 President of SACNCO YUHONG<\/strong><\/p>\n \u201cOur partnership with SAMYCNCO Group and the development of world peace represents a milestone in international industrial cooperation. Dongguan Yubin Fair will be a permanent window for the quality and innovation of \u2018Made in Dongguan\u2019 products.\u201d<\/p>\n It was officially announced during the forum that the Global Manufacturing Innovation Exhibition & Conference 2026 will be held in Riyadh on August 8, 2026.<\/p>\n Saudi and Chinese companies were invited to participate and explore opportunities in:<\/p>\n A major highlight of the forum was the announcement of a strategic alliance between Nine Saudi companies and Nine Dongguan companies, with a total value of 17 billion Saudi riyals, the memorandum of cooperation was signed at high-level meetings in Dongguan.<\/p>\n Key sectors of cooperation include:<\/p>\n This initiative was described as one of the largest direct investment initiatives between the Saudi private sector and the heart of Chinese manufacturing.<\/p>\n Participating Companies in the Industrial Alliance<\/strong><\/p>\n Saudi Delegation<\/strong><\/p>\n Chinese Delegation<\/strong><\/p>\n Bilateral Meetings to Promote Localization and Technology Transfer<\/strong><\/p>\n On the sidelines of the forum, an extended meeting was held including:<\/p>\n Participants discussed opportunities to establish Chinese factories in the Kingdom, strengthen supply chains, transfer industrial knowledge, launch logistical and technical initiatives, and activate joint venture projects.<\/p>\n High-Level Official Presence<\/strong><\/p>\n Saudi Government Entities<\/strong><\/p>\n Saudi Business Leaders<\/strong><\/p>\n Dongguan Officials<\/strong><\/p>\n Formal Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>The forum concluded with an official dinner attended by both delegations at the prestigious hospitality of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh, during which both sides affirmed their commitment to continued cooperation and expansion of industrial partnerships.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Successes of the Forum<\/strong><\/p>\n The forum contributed to:<\/p>\n These initiatives are expected to significantly elevate industrial cooperation between Saudi Arabia and China and strengthen China\u2019s industrial presence in the Saudi market.<\/p>\n Media Contact<\/strong><\/p>\n Dongguan World Factory This press release is issued through Arab Newswire (www.arabnewswire.com<\/a>) \u2013 a newswire service for Arab World, Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and it is distributed by EmailWire\u2122\u00a0(www.emailwire.com<\/a>) \u2013 the global\u00a0newswire service that provides Press release distribution with guaranteed results\u2122<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/arabnewswire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Asia-Speaker.png?resize=900%2C600&ssl=1\")
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