Riyadh: The General Authority of Foreign Trade (GAFT) continued strengthening the Kingdom's international trade gains and safeguarding its interests by expanding global partnerships, implementing a trade remedies system to protect local industry, and supporting integration into global value chains, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

According to Saudi Press Agency, in its 2025 annual report, GAFT highlighted its most significant activities and achievements during the year. The Kingdom's total trade volume in goods and services reached SAR1.381 trillion in 2024. Non-oil exports recorded 13% growth, reaching SAR308 billion, while service exports increased to SAR235 billion, marking a 15% rise compared to the previous year.

At the international level, the Kingdom chaired the General Council of the World Trade Organization for the 2025-2026 term. Commercial attach©s also contributed to generating 2,221 export opportunities, reflecting a 17.5% increase compared to 2024. Investment opportunities grew by 19%, reaching a total of 393, underscoring the authority's role in maximizing the Kingdom's international trade gains.

The authority invited all interested parties to review the annual report, which outlines its full range of achievements and plans aimed at further strengthening the Kingdom's global trade position and advancing its strategic objectives.