Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Bandar bin Ibrahim Alkhorayef, Elected President of the 21st UNIDO General Conference

Accepting the role, Minister Alkhorayef emphasized the critical importance of partnership and innovation in shaping industry's future: "I am deeply honored by the confidence placed in me to serve as President of the twenty-first session of the UNIDO General Conference. I accept this responsibility with a firm commitment to strengthening global industrial cooperation, advancing inclusive and sustainable development, and ensuring that our collective work delivers real impact for all Member States. Together, we will build on the momentum of this session and shape a future where industrial progress supports prosperity, resilience, and opportunity across every region."

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, 24/11/2025 (informazione.news - comunicati stampa - servizi)

Accepting the role, Minister Alkhorayef emphasized the critical importance of partnership and innovation in shaping industry's future: " ."

As President, Minister Alkhorayef is now tasked with steering high-level negotiations to a successful conclusion at GC21 and ensuring the Riyadh Declaration's objectives are translated into actionable outcomes. His role is to build consensus among Member States on critical issues, from sustainable supply chains to AI governance in industry. This leadership position climaxes with the responsibility to oversee the smooth handover of the presidency at the next General Conference, ensuring the continuity of UNIDO's strategic agenda beyond the Riyadh session.

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