Delving into the Three Core Pillars Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030

On October 24, 2024, UIII welcomed the dean of the Institute of Islamic and Arabic Sciences in Indonesia (LIPIA) for a public lecture on Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The session focused on the Kingdom’s strategy to achieve economic, social, and cultural diversification, as announced by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman on April 25, 2016.

Dr. Al-Othman emphasized how the ambitious vision aims to reshape Saudi society, enrich its economy, and cultivate a robust national identity, making Saudi Arabia a regional and global leader. The vision, he explained, is structured around three core pillars: “A Vibrant Society,” “A Thriving Economy,” and “An Ambitious Nation.”

For the "Vibrant Society" theme, the Kingdom aspires to provide a fulfilling life for all its residents. This involves reinforcing the Kingdom’s Islamic identity, promoting religious moderation, and nurturing national pride. As part of this goal, initiatives like the establishment of the King Salman Global Academy for the Arabic Language aim to elevate the role of Arabic both regionally and globally.

Turning to the second pillar, “A Thriving Economy,” Dr. Al-Othman outlined the Kingdom’s efforts to diversify its economy through workforce education and training. He emphasized the importance of equipping professionals and workers with new skills to actively contribute to Saudi Arabia's economic growth. Additionally, he highlighted that highly skilled foreign professionals, particularly in academia, must meet rigorous standards to align with Saudi Arabia's high expectations for academic research.

The third pillar, “An Ambitious Nation,” is dedicated to enhancing government transparency and efficiency. Dr. Al-Othman shared that this theme aims to build resilient institutions, foster responsible leadership, and encourage civic engagement across the Kingdom. He described how these initiatives support an enriched higher education environment, aligning educational programs with market needs so that institutions can produce graduates ready to meet the demands of expanding sectors.

As part of the educational focus of Vision 2030, Dr. Al-Othman elaborated on the “Human Capability Development Program.” This program fosters a flexible and globally competitive education system, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s goal of creating a skilled and adaptable workforce. One notable initiative is the “Udruss” platform, which streamlines scholarship applications to Saudi universities for both national and international students. Dr. Al-Othman cited the Islamic University of Madinah as a prime example, where 80% of the students are international. He highlighted the university’s strategic location in the Prophet’s city, where students can attend religious classes at the Prophet’s Mosque and receive certifications in religious studies.

The public lecture is part of a partnership of UIII and LIPIA Indonesia—with an MoU currently in progress—aimed at sharing best practices on transforming higher education to meet the global challenges. UIII and LIPIA’s partnership reflects this vision by fostering opportunities for Indonesian students to gain direct access to programs in Saudi Arabia, with the potential for scholarships, hands-on experience, and immersion in Arabic language and Islamic studies.

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