Vision 2030 turns education into future-shaping industry: Al-Benyan

Minister of Education and Chairman of the Council of University Affairs, Yousef Al-Benyan

Minister of Education and Chairman of the Council of University Affairs Yousef Al-Benyan said Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, supported by programs including the Human Capability Development Program, has transformed education from a service sector into an industry that shapes the future.

Speaking at a session during the 2026 Budget Forum, Al-Benyan stressed that spending efficiency goes beyond figures, reflecting a culture that must extend across both the government and private sectors. He highlighted the leadership’s strong commitment to education, with more than SAR 200 billion allocated to general, higher, and vocational education.

As part of the Ministry of Education’s restructuring efforts, resources are being directed toward key areas that enhance education quality. Operational tasks have been assigned to Saudi Development Co. (Tatweer) to improve the financial impact of projects and upgrade school infrastructure and learning environments.

Over SAR 250 million has been allocated for the professional development of teachers, which he described as a cornerstone of education quality. More than SAR 750 million was earmarked for curriculum development under the ministry’s restructuring project, covering modern learning elements beyond traditional methods, including activities and laboratories.

Additionally, over SAR 2 billion has been allocated to enhance digital infrastructure, which has become a key component of the education process.

Investing in education is now a strategic investment and will be a transformative sector supporting economic diversification and sustainable development, the minister added.