Vision 2030 Insights: SAB and HSBC Leaders Illuminate Bilateral Opportunities

The Australia Saudi Business Forum (ASBF) hosted a landmark event at the Shangri-La Sydney, bringing together key financial leaders to discuss opportunities under Saudi Vision 2030. Featured speakers included Tony Shaw, CEO of HSBC Australia and New Zealand, and Tony Cripps, CEO of Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB), who provided valuable insights into emerging sectors such as renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and infrastructure development.
The event featured a keynote address by financial leaders, followed by a fireside panel discussion exploring trade and investment opportunities for Australian businesses. Attendees also engaged in exclusive networking sessions with industry experts and government representatives. Distinguished guests, including Atif AlOthri, Saudi Commercial Attaché, and Mansoor Al Assaf, Head of Aramco’s Australian Office, highlighted the spirit of collaboration driving stronger economic ties.
By fostering dialogue and business engagement, this forum reinforced Australia’s growing role in Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation. The event underscored the potential for deeper investment partnerships, paving the way for expanded trade and innovation-driven growth.