Vision 2030 and the Socio-Economic Reform Process: The Future of Labour and Migration in Saudi Arabia No. 1

Saudi Arabia's transformative labour market journey under Vision 2030 shows promising progress, with female workforce participation nearly doubling and a significant shift toward high-skilled sectors. Yet, as the kingdom races to build a knowledge economy, the gap between available skills and market demands in crucial areas like AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity presents both a challenge and an opportunity. How is Saudi Arabia balancing international talent attraction with local workforce development to fuel its ambitious economic diversification? This policy report explores the strategies shaping this dynamic transition and the critical steps needed to ensure sustainable growth.