Saudi Arabia launches program to boost exports

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  • General Authority for Foreign Trade, through its Agency for Private Sector Affairs and International Representation, has launched workshops called "Through the Attachés"
  • The Foreign Trade Authority, with a focus on boosting exports, and safeguarding trade interests, plays a critical role in developing the national economy

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia has embarked on a program to equip Saudi exporters with the necessary information on procedures, requirements, targeted markets, and available opportunities for exporting products globally.

General Authority for Foreign Trade, through its Agency for Private Sector Affairs and International Representation, has launched a series of workshops called “Through the Attachés” to enhance the global market access for Saudi exports. The goal is to help exporters identify specific markets, understand key agreements facilitating product access, and encourage investment.

Fawaz bin Saad bin Rafa’ah, the acting deputy governor for Private Sector Affairs and International Representation, emphasized the significance of these workshops in facilitating the entry of Saudi exporters into global markets. The sessions provide insights into methods for accessing and participating in international exhibitions. The workshops are designed to maximize benefits by supporting entities in promoting commercial attachés globally, leveraging Saudi Arabia’s geographical strengths and competitive advantages to foster a more diverse and sustainable economy.

The Foreign Trade Authority, with a focus on maximizing Saudi Arabia’s trade gains, boosting exports, and safeguarding trade interests, plays a critical role in developing the national economy. Currently guided by 20 commercial attachés worldwide, the authority encourages communication and engagement by providing contact methods for those interested in benefiting from the “Through the Attachés” workshops, which can be accessed via email at [email protected].

The Foreign Trade Authority, established on January 1, 2019, is a government agency dedicated to enhancing the Kingdom’s international commercial and investment activities, ensuring the continued growth and success of Saudi Arabia in the global marketplace.

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