Washington, D.C. – Khalid Al Gahtani, Chairman of HAKA Holding, has characterized his participation in the Saudi delegation accompanying Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's recent official visit to Washington as a defining moment that underscored the Kingdom's accelerating transformation and expanding global influence.
In a statement following the high-level engagements, Al Gahtani emphasized that the visit transcended traditional diplomatic protocol, serving instead as a demonstration of Saudi Arabia's strategic positioning under Vision 2030 and the depth of the nearly nine-decade Saudi-U.S. partnership.
"Throughout every meeting, dialogue, and high-level engagement, I felt an unparalleled sense of confidence as I witnessed the Saudi identity expressed in its most distinguished form," Al Gahtani stated, noting that the Kingdom's presence reflected both its historical legacy and its forward-looking strategic orientation.
The HAKA Holding Chairman highlighted the evolution of bilateral cooperation, which now encompasses defense, advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, energy, industry, minerals, and global supply chains—all aligned with Vision 2030's ambitious framework. He observed that these expanded areas of partnership reinforce the Kingdom's growing role in shaping the global economy.
At the 2025 Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum, Al Gahtani noted the Kingdom's positioning across multiple strategic sectors: as a central energy player, a formidable technology competitor, an emerging leader in advanced industries, and a pivotal architect of global supply-chain ecosystems. He characterized these developments as measurable achievements built on long-term strategy rather than aspirational rhetoric.
"This visit was far more than a diplomatic milestone; it was a living illustration of a new Saudi era—an era defined by confident leadership, accelerated development, and strategic alliances that amplify the Kingdom's global footprint," Al Gahtani stated.
The Chairman concluded by emphasizing the responsibility Saudi investors bear in contributing to the national transformation and expressed confidence in the Kingdom's trajectory. "The future of Saudi Arabia is being written now—and it is a privilege to witness it and to play a part in shaping it," he said.
The visit underscores the Kingdom's strategic approach to international partnerships as it positions itself as a principal force in both current high-impact sectors and emerging industries.
