By the end of the first half of 2025, the total volume of accumulated investments from Saudi Arabia in this region reached $4.17 billion, which indicates an increase of over $2 billion during the specified period.
Analysts note that this growth indicates an activation of investment activity by Saudi companies. The main focus of their investments is Uzbekistan, where about 93% of all investments are concentrated.
“Saudi Arabia's investment strategy in the Eurasian region is project-based, primarily focused on capital-intensive greenfield projects in the energy sector,” the report states.
The leading position of renewable energy sources emphasizes Saudi Arabia's strategic interest in exporting high technologies and competencies, long-term contracts, as well as strengthening its positions in the rapidly developing economies of Central Asia,” the EDB report adds.
