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RIYADH: The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu, represented by Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries, has wrapped up a five-day marketing tour in Russia aimed at attracting investment and building partnerships, Saudi Press Agency reported.

Led by JCPDI CEO Hussain Fadhli, the Saudi delegation met with leading Russian companies to showcase the city’s infrastructure, incentives, and competitive advantages. 

Fadhli told SPA that the tour reinforced the commission’s commitment to empowering foreign investors and advancing strategic cooperation in line with Saudi Vision 2030.

During the visit, JCPDI signed a memorandum of understanding with Business Russia to explore opportunities in petrochemicals, downstream industries, and metals, as well as logistics and human capital development. 

The commission also took part in World Food Expo 2025 under the Invest Saudi banner, where Fadhli highlighted the potential of the Jazan Special Economic Zone and Jazan Port’s role as a trade gateway. 

NEW YORK: ºÚÁÏÉçÇø’s Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) will co-host a high-level event on artificial intelligence during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, alongside Kenya and the United Nations.

The Saudi delegation, led by SDAIA Vice President Sami bin Abdullah Muqeem, will join global officials and experts to discuss AI’s role in sustainable development, security, and innovation, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

SDAIA will also take part in sessions on digital governance, private sector innovation, and the use of AI for humanitarian action.

The initiative reflects the Kingdom’s growing role in shaping global AI policy and aligns with Vision 2030 goals to harness technology for sustainable growth, SPA added.