Alriyadh Newspaper: "In Riyadh Economic Forum, the decision makers in the economic domain in the Kingdom meet with the Saudi investors to discuss the methods of enhancing public- private partnership. Success of such discussions reflects understanding of the economic developments by the government sector as well as maturity of the private sector".

Almadinah Newspaper: "From within the activities of Riyadh Economic Forum, economic experts and decision makers participate in performing a comprehensive restructure of the Saudi economy, identifying the constrains which impede domestic and foreign investments, and proposing a mechanism for developing the government finance institutions. The Forum aims at supporting the government in restructuring the economy and realizing sustainable development in order to achieve the growth rates that ensure the welfare of the citizens".

Aljazirah Newspaper: "The Forum emphasizes the great role of the private sector in the development of national economy to be capable of facing the economic and social challenges of the Kingdom. This takes place through attempts to raise per capita income, develop human resources, improve investment climate and increase the levels of productivity and competitiveness in light of the Kingdom's accession to WTO. This Forum has been initiated by the private sector as a mechanism to play its role and shoulder its responsibility towards contribution to restructuring the national economy in line with the agreed-upon policies".

Asharq Alawsat Newspaper: "The Riyadh Economic Forum draws its importance from many main elements: wide participation by various regions and sectors, the goals of the Forum, the mechanisms adopted, level of official patronage, government participation, and the themes and topics derived from relevant studies and research prepared by specialists of the vital sectors over a period of two years".

Okaz Newspaper: "The issue of sustainable development in any society represents a far-reaching goal that everyone attempts to realize by mobilizing all types of resources and exerting utmost efforts. However, some internal and external challenges continue to impede realization of that goal. Thus, it is very important to address these challenges. In this context, the second session of Riyadh Economic Forum presents seven themes to address the key issues that face the sustainable development. This also reflects the significance of the Forum and the topics to be discussed, since they will, definitely, tackle the method of ensuring sustainable development in the Kingdom".

Abdulkareem Abunnasr, General Manager of NCB: "Participation by the NCB in sponsoring the Forum, emanates from its recognition of the success realized by the Economic Forum which was convened two years ago and the crucial role it plays in the process of economic development and modernization in the Kingdom. Sponsoring of the Forum by the NCB, reflects the positive results which the Forum adds to the Saudi economy".

Abullah Bahamdan, Chairman of Board of the National Commercial Bank: "The Forum represents a unique opportunity to study the various experiences in the economic domain and utilize them for the benefit of the national economy and realization of sustainable development. Furthermore, the Forum provides a suitable base for the officials of the NCB to exchange experiences and views with a vast number of outstanding economic experts participating in the Forum".

Abdullah Alrajhi, Executive President of Alrajhi Bank: "This forum will be of a strategic importance for the Saudi economy since it used to operate, over the past two years, within an institutional context concerned with organizing meetings and workshops with businessmen to prepare the themes of the Forum which is organized every two years".

Muhammad bin Hamad Almadi, Vice Chairman, Board of SABIC Corporation: "Based on its unique position, SABIC relies greatly on the efforts made by the Forum to address the challenges of economic growth by considering the most influential economic issues via innovative mechanisms that look deeply into the various aspects of the national economy development".

Yousuf A shallash, Chairman of Board of Dar Alarkan Company: "The recommendation made by Riyadh Economic Forum are valuable and will be very effective in boosting the efforts of improving the level of performance of the national economy, thereby enhancing its competitiveness and strength in light of the global economic development.".

Abdulrahman Aljerasi, Chairman of the Board of Riyadh Chamber of Commerce and Industry: "This forum differs from other forums in terms of interaction by all vital sectors in the Kingdom with the topics and views presented in it. This forum endeavors to establish a real partnership between the public and private sectors. Moreover, the Forum is distinguished by the vast number of specialists in all sectors of the economy who are participating in it. We want to support the decision makers by providing them with adequate ideas and information to enable them take proper decisions".

Dr. Muhammad Aljasser, Governor of SAMA (when he was assuming the job of vice governor): "The significance of Riyadh Economic Forum emanates from its role in providing a comprehensive vision about the Kingdom, in all aspects, through obtaining the views of the analysts and experts and making use of their experiences for the benefit of the national economy".

Abdullah bin Saleh Jumah, ex-president of Saudi ARAMCO: "Riyadh Economic Forum is convened at a crucial time in the history of the Kingdom. The country is at the outset of a new phase of prosperity following the economic reform initiatives launched by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz. This has been concurred with the substantial increase in oil revenues as well as the Kingdom's accession to WTO. Under such circumstances, I think Riyadh Economic Forum represents a valuable opportunity for the reputable businessmen and sectoral officials to meet together for deliberation and exchange of thoughts and views about the opportunities and challenges of the new stage".

Dr. Hashem Abdullah Yamani, ex-minister of Commerce and Industry: "The Economic Forum has contributed effectively to research works and discussion sessions undertaken by a distinguished group of consultants, academic researchers and businesspersons. The main feature of this Forum is adoption of a scientific methodology in conducting the studies and concluding scrutinize findings and recommendations. Moreover, the Forum adopts the method of participation in considering the topics by obtaining the views of government officials and businessmen, adhering to accuracy and objectivity with respect to self-criticism which implies businessmen criticizing themselves for the sake of finding the actual reasons behind the problems which face the national economy".