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Progress Under Vision 2030 | Achievements, Reforms, and Global Signals

Launched in April 2016 under the leadership of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Vision 2030 represents a long-term national transformation framework designed to reduce the Kingdom’s dependence on oil revenues and to create a diversified, sustainable, and globally competitive economy. As the Kingdom progresses toward the final phase of Vision 2030 (2026–2030), it has recorded substantial milestones across key sectors, demonstrating a strong commitment to reform, economic diversification, and global integration.
As of end-2024, Vision 2030 implementation continues to track positively against set targets:

  • 93% of KPIs have been either achieved or are on track.
  • 85% of initiatives are progressing within planned timelines.
  • Out of 1,502 initiatives, 674 have been fully implemented, and 596 are currently under execution.
  • Real GDP and Non-Oil GDP both reached 98% of 2024 goal.
  • Investment-grade credit ratings were affirmed by international agencies—Moody AA3; Fitch A+; S&P A/A-1—reflecting a stable fiscal outlook and strong investor confidence.

These figures reflect the maturity of implementation mechanisms across government entities and the increased alignment between Vision Realization Programs (VRPs) and national strategic objectives.

1. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS TO DATE

1.1. Labor Market & Human Capital Development

BASE 20162024 ACHIEVEMENTTARGET 2030
UNEMPLOYMENT
RATE (SAUDIS)
12.3%7.0%5%
FEMALE LABOR
FORCE PARTICIPATION
22.8%33.5%40%
EMPLOYEMENT IN PRIVATE SECTOR1.81 M2.4 M-

Significant reforms in labor policy, education-to-employment pathways, and female empowerment initiatives have contributed to these improvements.

1.2. Tourism, Culture & Heritage

BASE 20162024 ACHIEVEMENTTARGET 2030
TOTAL TOURIST VISITS18 M+100 M150 M
FOREIGN UMRAH
PILGRIMS
6.2 M16.92 M30 M
UNESCO WORLD
HERITAGE SITES
486 years ahead of schedule

The transformation of the tourism sector—through mega-projects (e.g., The Red Sea Project, Diriyah Gate) and visa liberalization—has positioned Saudi Arabia as an emerging global destination.

1.3. Economic Diversification and Global Competitiveness

BASE 20162024 ACHIEVEMENTTARGET 2030
NON-OIL SECTOR
CONTRIBUTION TO GDP
47%51%65%
IMD WORLD
COMPETITIVENESS
RANKING
36th in 201716thTOP 10
PRIVATE SECTOR
CONTRIBUTION TO GDP
40%47%65%

The diversification drive is supported by fiscal reforms, SME support programs, industrial development policies, and enhanced access to capital markets.

1.4. Digital Transformation and E-Government

BASE 20162024 ACHIEVEMENTTARGET 2030
DIGITAL GOVERNMENT
SERVICES
2,500
Under Yesser
program
6,000 (97%)Full integration of digital services
UN E-GOVERNMENT
DEVELOPMENT
INDEX RANKING
36th6thTOP 5

This progress reflects major investments in digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data governance frameworks under the National Digital Transformation Strategy.

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