Osaka, June (پاکستان پوائنٹ نیوز 01 يونيو 2025ء) The event featured a panel discussion that explored the Kingdom’s thriving cultural economy, where Saudi Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner General of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion Dr. Ghazi Faisal Binzagr joined entrepreneurs and international investors in sharing the growing global interest in Saudi Arabia’s dynamic cultural economy.
Moderated by cultural researcher and podcast host of Vision, Culture, and Policy Saba Alkhamis, the conversation brought together CDF Chief Credit and Investment Officer Basil Al Alola and other participants. Guests explored Saudi Arabia’s cultural renaissance and the rise of culture-sector entrepreneurship as a powerful engine for economic and social growth, underscoring the pivotal role of CDF’s holistic financing and enablement solutions in driving the sector’s sustainable expansion.
In a vibrant celebration of cultural exchange, the event served as a platform to spotlight Saudi Arabia’s artistic heritage and its growing global connections. Building on the momentum of the 2025 Year of Handicrafts, the reception showcased works created in collaboration with Saudi artisans, reflecting the depth and vibrancy of the Kingdom’s creative spirit.
CDF’s participation at Expo 2025 Osaka covers a diverse range of activations presenting Saudi Arabia’s thriving cultural ecosystem and investment opportunities across the Kingdom’s cultural landscape. With a particular emphasis on positioning culture as a driver of economic diversification and global collaboration, CDF shares real success stories, spotlights opportunities, and delivers meaningful impact.
