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IA chairman: Saudi insurance sector poised to double in size within 5 years

IA chairman: Saudi insurance sector poised to double in size within 5 years
Abdulaziz Al-Boug, chairman of the Insurance Authority. Argaam
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IA chairman: Saudi insurance sector poised to double in size within 5 years

IA chairman: Saudi insurance sector poised to double in size within 5 years

RIYADH: 海角直播鈥檚 insurance market has robust growth opportunities, with expectations the size of the market and insurance premiums to double within the next five years, said Abdulaziz Al-Boug, chairman of the Insurance Authority.

聽on the sidelines of the Global Insurance Conference and Exhibition in Riyadh, Al-Boug said that the authority is working on a new insurance law and has completed the initial reviews, adding that it is forward-looking and aligned with the expected growth and expansion of the market.

He revealed that the authority is implementing more than 72 initiatives to develop the sector and attract investments, emphasizing that the local market is promising and appealing to both domestic and international investors due to the vast opportunities across all insurance segments.

Al-Boug also stressed that digital transformation is a fundamental pillar in developing the insurance industry, as the authority is working on launching a centralized data platform that will enhance transparency and improve operational efficiency for insurers.

The market is witnessing notable interest from Insurtech firms, with the authority receiving more than 15 applications from startups seeking support, said the chairman. He added that the number of digital brokers continues to grow, with some of them becoming publicly listed companies on the financial market.

Al-Boug also emphasized that IA is working to prepare a legislative and regulatory environment capable of embracing this growth and digital transformation, expressing optimism about the future of the insurance sector in 海角直播 and its ability to become a major contributor to the national economy.

Regarding the launch of the Global Insurance Conference in Riyadh, the top officil described it as a historic milestone and the first of its kind in the Kingdom, describing it as forming the foundation of a global platform for dialogue and industry development.

The conference features wide participation, with more than 7,000 visitors, 100 speakers from around the world, and the global Ingate聽exhibition with numerous exhibitors 鈥 a reflection of the growing momentum the sector is witnessing locally and internationally, Al-Boug added.

He explained that the conference covers all aspects of the industry, including regulations, technology, and reinsurance, noting that it will become an annual platform for advancing the insurance sector in the Kingdom and the broader region.


TOURISE 2025: Saudi TDF secures $773m in tourism investments on day 1聽

TOURISE 2025: Saudi TDF secures $773m in tourism investments on day 1聽
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TOURISE 2025: Saudi TDF secures $773m in tourism investments on day 1聽

TOURISE 2025: Saudi TDF secures $773m in tourism investments on day 1聽

RIYADH: The Saudi Tourism Development Fund, the national enabler of the tourism sector, launched its participation in the 鈥淭OURISE 2025鈥 forum by announcing a portfolio of strategic projects and partnerships with a total value of SR2.9 billion ($773.2 million). 

This announcement reflects its role as an 鈥淚mpactful Partner鈥 of the forum and as an enabler for developing integrated destinations that enhance the diversity of the tourism experience in the Kingdom while supporting sustainable economic growth. 

The announcement of the Aseer region projects was made under the patronage of the Governor of the Aseer Region and Chairman of the Board of the Aseer Development Authority, Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, and in the presence of the Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the TDF Board of Directors, Ahmed Al-Khateeb. The Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Mansour bin Hilal Al-Mashaiti, and the CEO of the TDF, Qusai bin Abdullah Al-Fakhri, were also present. 

The fund announced five integrated tourism projects with a total of 1,211 hotel keys. These include: the 鈥淛ared Aseer鈥 project, the 鈥淎rd Al Dabab鈥 project, and the 鈥淎l-Hadhba Park鈥 project, in addition to the 鈥淲estin Resort鈥 project and 鈥淭he House Residences鈥 project.  

Future projects also include the development of the Heefah and Jabal Abdullah areas under the 鈥淢antis鈥 hotel brand, as part of successive implementation phases, supporting the Aseer region development strategy aimed at enhancing its status as a leading year-round tourist destination. 

The 鈥淪areena鈥 project was also announced in the presence of the Minister of Tourism, the Deputy Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, the CEO of the TDF, and the Secretary of the Al-Baha Region, Ali bin Mohammed Al-Sawat. 

This project focuses on developing tourism destinations based on nature hospitality experiences. It represents a new model for activating 海角直播鈥檚 natural assets by linking tourist destinations with hospitality trails and experiences, contributing to stimulating tourist traffic and creating economic and developmental opportunities in the surrounding areas. 

In the presence of the Minister of Tourism and TDF Board Chairman, the TDF CEO, along with executive leadership and development and investment leaders from partners, the fund announced memoranda of understanding to explore investment opportunities. 

The first MoU is with Melia Hotels International, the largest hotel group in Spain, to develop approximately 1,000 hotel rooms and introduce new hotel brands to the Saudi market, including ZEL, contributing to diversifying hospitality options and enhancing destination appeal. 

The second MoU is with ina Hospitality to develop diverse hospitality projects and introduce the Relais & Chateaux brand for the first time in the Kingdom, a step that enhances the diversity of hotel experiences and elevates the quality of hospitality services. 

Additionally, an MoU was signed with the Italian company Arsenale to develop the 鈥淒ream of the Desert鈥 project. This represents the company鈥檚 first international project and the first train of its kind in the Middle East, offering a luxury hotel travel experience extending over 1,300 km through 5 routes with stops at multiple tourist destinations to explore the diversity of Saudi nature and the richness of its cultural heritage. 

With these announcements, the Tourism Development Fund solidifies its role in building strategic partnerships that contribute to developing integrated tourist destinations reflecting the Kingdom鈥檚 geographical and cultural diversity, while enhancing the sector鈥檚 readiness and its capacity to accommodate rapid growth. 

Throughout the forum, the fund will continue to announce new partnerships that complement this path and reinforce the Kingdom鈥檚 position as a leading global destination for sustainable tourism.