Riyadh: Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) Board Chairman Saleh Al-Jasser signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan to organize the Global Supply Chain Forum (GSCF) 2026.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the signing took place in the presence of the permanent representative of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations in Geneva, Ambassador Abdulmohsen Majed Binkhothaila, and Mawani President Eng. Suliman bin Khalid Almazroua. This agreement supports the Kingdom's readiness to host this significant international event.
The MoU extends the existing partnership between the two parties and highlights the Kingdom's role in leading global discussions on the future of logistics services and supply chains. The cooperation aims to ensure the professional organization of the forum through close coordination between Mawani and UNCTAD on logistical, organizational, and technical aspects.
The partnership demonstrates the Kingdom's commitment to supporting international efforts to develop the maritime sector and strengthen the resilience of global supply chains. It also underscores Mawani's involvement in global initiatives that contribute to building a more efficient future for the logistics sector.
GSCF 2026 is set to take place from November 29 to December 1 in Riyadh, at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, alongside the second annual Global Logistics Forum. This timing will enhance the integration between national and international logistics and supply chain initiatives.
Minister Al-Jasser noted that hosting GSCF 2026 reflects the Kingdom's position as a global logistics hub connecting three continents and the progress in achieving the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy. The forum will serve as an international platform to strengthen partnerships, exchange expertise, and foster innovation, contributing to improved global supply chain efficiency.
Eng. Almazroua stated that organizing the forum is part of Mawani's role in empowering the maritime sector. He assured that Mawani will use its capabilities to deliver a distinguished event that reflects the advancement of the Saudi ports ecosystem and supports integration between ports and global supply chains.