Market spotlight: Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s GDP reached AUD1.6 trillion in 2023. It is the fastest growing economy in the G20.

Saudi Arabia is undergoing massive transformation as part of the government’s Vision 2030.

Vision 2030 aims to:

• diversify the Saudi economy
• reduce its reliance on oil
• develop new industries.

This creates demand for Australian expertise and products.

Opportunities for Australian businesses

This transformation creates significant export opportunities for Australian businesses across sectors including: 

• infrastructure
• mining
• health
• agriculture
• food and beverage. 

Join Austrade's Middle East trade specialists for a market briefing exploring:

• commercial insights and trends
• practical information on doing business in Saudi Arabia
• gaps and opportunities for exporters as part of Vision 2030.

Key topics

• Sector insights: Agrifood, health, infrastructure, mining and education
• Overview of Vision 2030 and growing export opportunities
• Practical information on doing business in Saudi Arabia.

Who it's for

Australian exporters looking to grow and diversify into Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East.

Speakers

Todd Miller

Trade and Investment Commissioner, Riyadh

Todd joined Austrade in 2022 as Trade and Investment Commissioner and Counsellor (Commercial) based in Riyadh. He leads the markets of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Jordan, Bahrain and Egypt. He also leads the agribusiness, food and infrastructure sectors for the Middle East African region. 

Prior to this Todd had a 7-year career with the South Australian Trade and Investment Department. From 2016-2018 Todd was General Manager International Trade and led the trade adviser team for South Australia.

Bryony Hilless

General Consul and General Manager Middle East, Africa, Pakistan

Bryony joined Austrade in May 2023 as General Manager Middle East and Africa with responsibility for Austrade operations across the region including Pakistan. She also holds the position of Consul-General of Australia to Dubai.

Prior to this Bryony was Executive Director of Study Queensland for the Queensland state government’s investment promotion agency Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ). She also led TIQ’s strategy, performance and engagement functions.