Saudi Arabia's Cultural Economy Thrives At Expo 2025 Osaka With CDF Networking Event

The Saudi Cultural Development Fund (CDF) hosted a networking event titled "The Saudi Cultural Economy Model: Pathways to Future Growth" at the Saudi Pavilion during Expo 2025 Osaka. This event highlighted the growth drivers of Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector, offering new opportunities for global entrepreneurs and investors. The discussion panel included CDF Chief Executive Majed bin Abdulmohsen Al-Hugail and Deputy Minister of Cultural Strategies and Policies Albara bin Musaad Alohali.

The panel discussion was moderated by Mohammed bin Abdullah AlDahlawi, media director at the Saudi Pavilion in Expo 2025 Osaka. Speakers discussed the enabling cultural ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. They emphasized how Ministry of Culture policies and CDF’s financial solutions empower the sector, boost investor confidence, and drive sustainable economic and social growth. Successful models that have laid the groundwork for investment and entrepreneurship were also showcased.

The CDF’s participation in Expo 2025 Osaka is part of a broader engagement running from April to October. This includes panel discussions, interactive experiences, and retail spaces displaying products from projects supported by the fund, especially in the handicrafts sector. The theme of Expo 2025 is "Designing Future Society for Our Lives."

The CDF aims to highlight Saudi Arabia’s cultural identity through its participation at Expo 2025 Osaka. The focus is on demonstrating the sector’s growth under Saudi Vision 2030, attracting global investment, and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in creative industries. This initiative underscores Saudi Arabia's dedication to advancing sustainable development through culture.

By participating in such international events, Saudi Arabia seeks to showcase its cultural advancements and open doors for international collaboration. The efforts are aligned with Vision 2030 goals, aiming to diversify the economy beyond oil by investing in various sectors including culture.

This networking event was an integral part of CDF's strategy to engage with global audiences at Expo 2025 Osaka. It provided a platform for discussing future growth pathways within Saudi Arabia’s cultural economy while inviting international stakeholders to explore investment opportunities.

With inputs from SPA