“This leap is a translation of the support of our wise leadership and the industrial transformation that the Kingdom is witnessing, a golden age for industry, and an important indicator that reflects the attractiveness of the sector and its ability to attract capital.”

Bandar Alkhorayef, minister of industry and mineral resources, discussing how the Saudi industrial sector attracted investments worth SR70 billion ($18.7 billion) in 2021 so far. The sector also saw a boost in employment among Saudis. [Arab News]