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Saudi Arabia has seen a fivefold increase in foreign direct investment since the implementation of Vision 2030, with domestic investment also doubling, according to Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih. Speaking at the World Economic Forum 2026, he noted the Kingdom's capital formation rates are now on par with China and India, while emphasizing the need for substantial investment to navigate changes in energy, digitalization, and artificial intelligence. Al-Falih highlighted the importance of partnerships between the government, the Public Investment Fund, and the private sector to capitalize on local and global market opportunities.