The Global Manufacturing Innovation Forum 2025 took place on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Riyadh. The forum was designed to introduce a comprehensive industrial ecosystem connecting Dongguan, China, widely known as the “World Factory,” with Saudi Arabia’s long-term economic development objectives.
The forum formally launched several strategic initiatives, including:
• Dongguan Youpin (Saudi Arabia) Exhibition & Sales Showroom, a permanent showroom that presented Dongguan’s manufacturing products and services.
• Administrative Office Spaces in Central Riyadh, which served as a strategic base for Dongguan companies entering the Saudi market.
• Saudi–Dongguan Industrial Development Zone, a dedicated zone created to promote joint manufacturing, technology exchange, and industrial localization in line with Saudi Vision 2030.
The forum also announced the next phase of this collaboration through the Global Manufacturing Innovation Expo and Conference 2026, scheduled for August 8, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Strengthening Industrial Cooperation
This initiative was structured to move beyond traditional trade by creating a full support framework for Saudi and Chinese businesses. The Exhibition Showroom was designed to provide direct access to the Saudi market, the Administrative Offices supported operational activities, and the Industrial Development Zone was established to enable long-term manufacturing cooperation, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s goals for industrial diversification and improved production efficiency.
Future Manufacturing Focus
The forum gathered industry leaders and experts who discussed advanced manufacturing solutions, integrated supply chains, and joint investment opportunities. The event supported Saudi companies seeking innovation and international partnerships to drive business growth and industrial localization.
Leadership Statements
Dr. Rashed Osman, Executive Director of SACNCO and Chairman of SAMYCNCO Group of Companies, said, “Today, we are not simply opening a showroom or office; we are creating the foundation of a thriving industrial corridor. The launch of the Saudi–Dongguan Industrial Development Zone demonstrates our commitment to knowledge transfer, co-production facilities, and the development of a sustainable manufacturing ecosystem aligned with Vision 2030 and Belt and Road initiatives.”
Mr. Abdul Malik Asaker, Executive Consultant and Senior Public Relations Director, stated:
“By establishing administrative offices and a permanent showroom in Riyadh, Dongguan companies are being given a central operational base in Saudi Arabia. Combined with the Industrial Development Zone, this structure allowed Saudi companies to develop deeper partnerships that extended beyond procurement into research, development, and joint industrialization.”
Madam Hu Yanhong, President of Dongguan Yuhong Foreign Trade Comprehensive Service Co., Ltd. (SACNCO YUHONG), stated, “Our partnership with SAMYCNCO Group of Companies and World Peace Development, under the shared vision of strengthening Saudi–Chinese economic ties, represented a milestone in international industrial cooperation. The Dongguan Youpin Exhibition & Sales Showroom served as a permanent window to showcase the quality and innovation of ‘Made in Dongguan’ products. Together with our administrative offices and the Industrial Development Zone, we built a complete ecosystem that created lasting value for both nations.”
She further emphasized, “This partnership embodied our commitment to not only facilitate trade but to establish deep-rooted industrial collaboration. It directly supported Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and China’s Belt and Road Initiative, while providing Dongguan manufacturers with a strategic gateway to Middle Eastern markets. This integrated approach set new standards for international economic cooperation.”
Strengthening Saudi–China Industrial Relations
This forum represented an important step in strengthening Saudi–China cooperation by creating a practical framework for long-term economic partnership and industrial expansion.
Event Invitation
Companies were invited to participate in the Global Manufacturing Innovation Expo and Conference on 08 August 2026 to explore cooperation opportunities between Saudi and Dongguan Chinese manufacturers.
The Expo supported:
• Supply chain development
• Industrial knowledge exchange
• Joint manufacturing projects
• Cross-border investment
• One-on-one business meetings
7 Billion SAR Saudi–Dongguan Collaboration
A consortium comprising nine Saudi and nine Dongguan-based enterprises established a strategic collaboration framework valued at an estimated 17 billion SAR. The agreement was finalized during high-level meetings in Dongguan and targeted synergistic growth across multiple sectors. Key areas of cooperation included intelligent robotics, AI, digitization, industrial manufacturing, supply chain logistics, health tech, and blockchain.
This partnership represented one of the most substantial direct investment initiatives between Saudi private sector entities and the manufacturing heartland of the Greater Bay Area, signaling expanded cross-border industrial and technological exchange.
Participating Companies
Saudi Arabian Delegation
- Al-Asaker Company – Mr. Ali Mohammed Al-Shamrani
- Localization of Innovation – Eng. Tareq Al-Haidari
- First Expertise – Dr. Abdulmalik
- DepTech Company – Dr. Hosna Imam
- Rawad Al-Azm for Economic Consulting – Dr. Hani Al-Harbi
- Roya Agricultural Solutions – Mr. Turki Al-Wadaani
- Alosmania Industrial Company – Mr. Abdulrahman Kharrat
- Diwan Construction Corporation for General Contracting – Mr. Abdullah Al-Marhabi
- Bawazeer for Foodstuff Co., LTD – Mr. Bawazeer
Dongguan Chinese Delegation
- Dongguan Osman Supply Chain Co., Ltd. – Mrs. Wenmin Chen
- Guangdong Xiangcheng Group Co., Ltd. – Mr. Yin Fengtian
- Dongguan Yuhong Foreign Trade Comprehensive Service Co., Ltd. – Mrs. Hu Yanhong
- Leader (Guangdong) Life Health Technology Co., Ltd. – Ms. Fan Hui
- Guangdong Weimei Engineering Design Co., Ltd. – Mr. Deng Jianjun
- Dongguan Chengfeng Wool Textile Co., Ltd. – Mr. Huang Yongpeng
- Dongguan Yuanzong Furniture Co., Ltd. – Mr. Ren Peijing
- Guangdong Doni Intelligent Robot Engineering Technology Research Center Co., Ltd.
- (Guangdong Leiyang Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.) – Ms. Dan Du
- Dongguan Silang Food Co., Ltd. – Mr. Winson Yuan
Delegation Cooperation
Saudi companies contributed strategic investment, market expertise, and focus on sectors aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, including food security, construction, industrialization, and economic diversification. Dongguan companies contributed manufacturing capabilities, health and robotics innovation, engineering expertise, and supply chain solutions.
A spokesperson for the joint initiative stated:
“This expected 17 Billion Saudi Riyal collaboration reflected the strong alignment between Saudi Arabia’s economic vision and Dongguan’s manufacturing and innovation strengths. The cooperation supported the flow of goods, technology, and expertise while setting a new benchmark for Saudi–China commercial partnerships.”
Initial Collaboration Focus
The collaboration initially focused on:
• Joint ventures
• Technology transfer
• Co-development of products for Middle Eastern and global markets
Several flagship projects were expected to follow.
About the Delegations
The Saudi delegation consisted of companies and consultancies active in sectors critical to the Kingdom’s future.
The Dongguan delegation represented one of China’s most active manufacturing and export regions, widely known as the “World’s Factory.”
Signing Ceremony Attendance
The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the City of Dongguan.
Saudi Officials Present from various ministries and authorities
- Ministry of Investment
- Ministry of Industry
- Ministry of Municipalities and Housing
- Minister of Agriculture and Environment
- Ministry of Ports
- Transport Authority
- MODON
- Saudi Industrial Development Fund
- Riyadh Chamber of Commerce
Saudi Business Leaders Present
- Mr. Hamza Al-Faraidi
- Engineer Tariq Al-Haidari
- Mr. Abdullah Al-Mubarak
- Mr. Fawaz Al-Adwani
- Mr. Mohammed Al-Arjani
Dongguan Officials Present
- H.E. Mr. Wei Hao – CPC Dongguan Municipal Committee
- H.E. Mr. Huang Tianliang – Dongguan Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China
- Mr. An Qi – Dongguan Municipal Foreign Affairs Bureau
- Mr. Zhang Jianliang – Dongguan Municipal Commerce Bureau
- Mr. Ma Weilin – Dongguan Investment Promotion Bureau
Media Contact
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