Saudi Arabia’s Strategic Transformation: Regional Power and Global Influence
Thu, Oct 09
|Atlanta
What's driving Saudi Arabia’s profound transformation—both at home and on the world stage? Join the World Affairs Council of Atlanta as we unpack how Vision 2030 is reshaping the Middle East and redefining international influence in a multipolar world. Register today.
Time & Location
Oct 09, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, USA
About the event
Saudi Arabia is undergoing a profound transformation in both its domestic and foreign policy spheres. Once defined by its oil wealth and Western alliances, the Kingdom is now charting a bold new course. At the heart of this shift is Vision 2030, a sweeping national development strategy aimed at economic diversification, private sector growth, and global investment leadership.
This panel will critically examine how domestic reforms are fueling Saudi Arabia’s geopolitical ambitions. We’ll explore:
✅The strategic drivers behind the Kingdom’s realignment
✅The evolving relationships with global powers like the U.S., China, and Russia
✅The role of energy diplomacy, sovereign investment, and cultural outreach
✅The broader implications for regional stability and global power dynamics