Riyadh: Forty-eight Korean companies are participating in the Biban 2025 Forum, organized by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monshaat) under the theme ‘A Global Destination for Opportunities,’ taking place from November 5 to 8.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the forum aims to provide opportunities for Saudi entrepreneurs to represent these companies locally and facilitate their entry into the Saudi market through the establishment of specialized e-commerce platforms showcasing their diverse products.

The participating Korean companies include 40 startups operating under two specialized incubators, in addition to eight startups that qualified for the finals of the Entrepreneurship World Cup. Their strong presence fosters the exchange of expertise and highlights the advancement of the Korean innovation ecosystem within the forum’s activities.

Korea’s participation in Biban 2025 is among the largest of the participating countries, reflecting its commitment to strengthening economic cooperation with the Kingdom and exploring the promising opportunities the Saudi market offers. The substantial Korean presence also underscores the forum’s growing role as a global platform for entrepreneurship, innovation, and international partnership.