Biban 2025 in Riyadh gathers 200 speakers, 150 nations, and unveils billion-dollar entrepreneurial initiatives/Image: Biban

From 5 to 8 November, Riyadh will welcome innovators, investors, and visionaries from around the world as the Biban 2025 Forum transforms the capital into a nexus of global enterprise. Under the theme “Global Destination for Opportunities,” the event seeks to position Saudi Arabia as a leading hub for entrepreneurship and investment in line with the ambitions of Vision 2030.

Organised by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority, known as Monsha’at, Biban 2025 marks the 11th edition of the Kingdom’s flagship entrepreneurial forum. Hosted at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Convention Center, it will convene participants from more than 150 countries, uniting policymakers, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts on a single platform.Over 200 local and international speakers are scheduled to take part, alongside 150 enabling entities from both the public and private sectors. Several billion-dollar agreements and initiatives are expected to be announced, underscoring the forum’s growing influence in shaping regional and global entrepreneurship.

The event will unfold across three central stages—Biban Horizon, Biban Talks, and Biban Pitching. Each will host a range of sessions designed to foster dialogue, showcase innovation, and inspire collaboration.Complementing these are seven specialised sections, each addressing a key area of enterprise development:

Participants will have access to over 85 workshops led by experts in finance, technology, business strategy, and investment, providing practical insights for scaling ventures at home and abroad.

Biban’s previous editions have established it as the region’s largest entrepreneurship platform, credited with launching hundreds of successful projects and partnerships. Each year, it has expanded its reach, drawing a growing international audience and catalysing cooperation across sectors.This year’s forum continues that trajectory, offering a space where startups, investors, and government institutions can form strategic partnerships and explore new models for growth. It serves not only as a marketplace for ideas but also as an incubator for policies and initiatives that strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem of Saudi Arabia.

Biban 2025 is more than an event, it is a statement of intent. By positioning Saudi Arabia as a “Global Destination for Opportunities,” the forum aligns closely with Vision 2030’s mission to diversify the economy, empower small and medium-sized enterprises, and attract global investment.Through Monsha’at’s leadership, Biban continues to reinforce the Kingdom’s role as a centre for innovation, enterprise, and cross-border collaboration. For those seeking to register or learn more, details are available at bibanglobal.sa/en/registration.