Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia
Ahmed Al Khateeb serves as the Minister of Tourism for Saudi Arabia since February 2020 and is also the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Tourism Development Fund and the Saudi Tourism Authority. Additionally, Ahmed holds the position of Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Saudi Fund for Development and has been involved with several other key organizations, including Jeddah Central Development Company and the Quality of Life Program, where roles include Secretary General and Chairman of the Committee, respectively. With a background in governance from the Saudi Commission for Tourism & National Heritage and educational credentials that include a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from King Saud University and a Diploma in Wealth Management from Dalhousie University, Ahmed contributes significantly to the advancement of tourism and development within Saudi Arabia.
Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia
To concern of Saudi tourism through organization, development and promotion, to enhance the role of tourism sector, overcoming growth obstacles as this sector is considered an important tributary for national economy. All of which must comply with the noble position and values of the Kingdom. The goal is also meant to concern on antiquities and preserving them and to increase their contribution in the cultural and economical development process as well as concerning on museums, and to uplift archeological works in the Kingdom in general, while private sector is assuming the major role by establishing tourism investment facilities.