Princess Maha bint Mishari: National Day reflects vision and investment in people

Princess Maha bint Mishari Al Saud, CEO of the Future Investment Initiative Foundation, said that National Day marks an important milestone reflecting Saudi Arabia’s influential position in the global economic and investment landscape. She noted that the Kingdom’s major transformations demonstrate the strength of its national vision, directing capital, technology, and knowledge toward sustainable development with people at its core.

In a statement for National Day, Princess Maha said: “We celebrate this cherished national occasion under the theme ‘Pride in Our Nature,’ a slogan that embodies the authenticity of Saudi identity and its deeply rooted values. The wise leadership has prioritized empowering people and developing human capital, making investment in knowledge and national capabilities a fundamental pillar for building the future and enhancing Saudi Arabia’s global presence.”

She explained that the Kingdom’s comprehensive development goes beyond economic indicators and major projects to include significant progress in scientific research, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence. This has helped build a new economy based on innovation and knowledge, enabling young Saudi talents to participate in developing advanced technologies and leading future sectors.

Princess Maha added that this knowledge-based foundation and strong investment environment align with the mission of the Future Investment Initiative Foundation, a global non-profit investment platform. The foundation works to turn innovative ideas and solutions into tangible opportunities and investments, supporting scalable technologies in vital sectors such as artificial intelligence, robotics, healthcare, education, and sustainability.

She praised the patronage of King Salman for the tenth edition of the annual FII conference, “FII10 Week,” held in Riyadh under the theme “The Power of Legacy.” Princess Maha emphasized that this support gives the platform significant international momentum, reflects growing confidence in Saudi Arabia’s investment and technology environment, and strengthens Riyadh’s role as a hub bringing together leaders, decision-makers, and investors to discuss the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the global economy and development.

Princess Maha extended her warmest congratulations to King Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and the Saudi people on this national occasion. She affirmed that the Kingdom’s achievements in investment, science, and technology embody a renewed national journey, confirming that pride and empowerment are deeply rooted Saudi traits, created by the nation’s people and extending their impact to the world.