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Feras AL AlShaikh, Regional Director - KSA Region

By: Feras AL AlShaikh, Regional Director - KSA Region
Harnessing the Power of Open Source to Drive Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030

Through its ambitious Vision 2030 agenda, Saudi Arabia has demonstrated its commitment to innovation, economic diversification, and
digital transformation. Open source technology is uniquely positioned to fuel this vision, providing flexibility, scalability, and a robust
foundation for the next generation of digital advancements. At Red Hat, our role in this journey is clear – to bring the power of open-
source innovation to Saudi Arabia, empower local talent, and build sustainable solutions that align with the nation’s transformative goals.

This year marks the fifth annual Red Hat Summit in Saudi Arabia, underscoring our long-standing commitment to the region
and its people. Besides being an influential industry event, we believe this summit to be a testament to our long-term
partnership with the Kingdom. Hosting this event in Saudi Arabia allows us to foster an ecosystem of collaboration,
showcasing the ways open source is accelerating Saudi Arabia’s journey towards becoming a global digital leader.

Why Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 blueprint is clear in its objectives – to create a thriving economy, diversify industries, and establish
a tech-savvy, knowledge-based society. Red Hat's presence in Saudi Arabia is an acknowledgement of the Kingdom’s
commitment to fostering innovation through digital transformation. By enabling enterprises, government agencies, and
institutions with open-source solutions, we are supporting the development of new solutions and scaling digital innovations
across the board.

The Kingdom's goals for digital transformation, especially in the areas of infrastructure, digital healthcare, artificial intelligence,
and smart cities, require an adaptable technology foundation. This is precisely what open source offers, bringing together
innovation with rapid scalability and fostering an environment where communities can grow, learn, and adapt quickly. Open
source’s collaborative nature is perfectly aligned with the Kingdom’s goals of building a sustainable, diversified economy
driven by innovation.

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