Saudi education minister opens second Education and Training Investment Forum in Riyadh
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Riyadh, Jan 26 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Education Minister Yousef Al-Benyan inaugurated the second Education and Training Investment Forum on Sunday, a two-day event bringing together leaders, decision-makers, investors and experts to advance investment in the Kingdom’s education sector.
In his opening remarks, Al-Benyan said the forum supports efforts to transform education into an economic driver aligned with the Human Capability Development Program and Saudi Vision 2030, and pointed to continued backing from the Kingdom’s leadership for work with the private and non-profit sectors.
The minister said the ministry has launched an investor guide aimed at facilitating foreign investment in education through legislative frameworks designed to ensure secure returns.
During the forum, 12 agreements and memoranda of understanding were signed between the education ecosystem and various entities, focusing on education investment, training development, capacity building and innovation, according to the ministry.
Al-Benyan also honored students who excelled in international competitions, including the 2025 WorldSkills Asia and the Seoul International Invention Fair.
The forum features more than 1,500 participants, including government leaders, educational institutions and investors, and includes panel discussions, keynote speeches and workshops on education investment strategies and public-private partnerships.
