Saudi Arabia to showcase Vision 2030 progress at UN High-Level Sustainability Forum

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia is participating in the 2026 United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF), taking place in New York from July 7 to 15. Held under the theme, “Advancing sustainable, inclusive, science- and evidence-based solutions for the 2030 Agenda and its Sustainable Development Goals for leaving no one behind,” the forum brings together UN member states to review international efforts and progress in implementing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). During the forum, Saudi Arabia will present its 2026 Voluntary National Review (VNR), highlighting the Kingdom’s progress toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals at the national level. This marks the Kingdom’s third Voluntary National Review, following its previous submissions in 2018 and 2023. The report reflects a broad participatory approach, with contributions from more than 140 entities representing the government, private sector, academia, civil society organizations, and international partners. The Saudi delegation is headed by Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim and includes representatives from 14 government, private, and non-profit entities, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, Al Madinah Region Development Authority, General Authority for Awqaf, Saudi Fund for Development, Expo 2030 Riyadh Company, Saudi Green Building Forum, Saudi Sports for All Federation, Majmaah University, and CIFAL Saudi Arabia. This year’s forum will review progress on five Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Members of the Saudi delegation will deliver the Kingdom’s official statements, participate in reviews of progress on the SDGs under consideration, and take part in ministerial sessions and general debates. In addition, Saudi Arabia will host several side events, including its official event titled “Rethinking SDG Implementation Through Prioritization and Delivery Approaches.” The Kingdom will also host an accompanying exhibition, “Advancing Sustainability in Saudi Arabia,” showcasing its leading national initiatives and achievements that contribute to sustainability. The Kingdom’s participation underscores its commitment to aligning the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 with the global framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.