Saudi Biotech Pavilion

Zone 1

Where Innovation Meets Quality of Life

Saudi Arabia is not only becoming a global powerhouse for biotechnology. It’s also rapidly emerging as one of the most attractive places in the world to live, work, and grow.

Zone 1 brings this vision to life, offering a glimpse into the Kingdom’s exceptional lifestyle, forward-looking infrastructure, and its welcoming ecosystem for global talent, investors, startups, and their families. This zone reflects how Saudi Arabia is harmonizing scientific ambition with livability, ensuring that those building the future of health and biotech can find a home in a place that supports both personal and professional aspirations.

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A Global Destination for Life and Work

Saudi Arabia is investing boldly in becoming a destination of choice for ambitious individuals and future-focused companies. At the heart of this transformation is a commitment to making the Kingdom one of the most livable, connected, and opportunity-rich nations in the world.

Why Saudi is the place to be:

World-Class Education: A growing network of international schools and globally accredited universities ensure top-tier education for families and talent alike.
Comprehensive Healthcare: A universal healthcare system complemented by advanced private providers delivers peace of mind and wellbeing.
Thriving Job Market: A dynamic and diversifying economy offers growing opportunities across biotech, R&D, digital health, and investment sectors.
Futuristic Cities: Smart, green, and globally connected cities, from Riyadh to NEOM, are redefining urban living.
Nature & Culture: Stunning landscapes, pristine coastlines, and UNESCO heritage sites sit alongside vibrant cultural events and festivals.
A Nation with a Vision: Vision 2030 drives inclusive growth, global engagement, and innovation in every sector, including life sciences.

Premium Residency: Unlocking Long-Term Opportunity

The Premium Residency Program is Saudi Arabia’s game-changing offering for global citizens who want to live and contribute to the Kingdom’s success story. Tailored for investors, entrepreneurs, scientists, and high-potential professionals, the program enables:

Residency without sponsorship, offering freedom and stability
Full ownership of property and business ventures
Access to healthcare, education, and mobility benefits

For biotech participants, Premium Residency is more than a visa, it’s a strategic enabler for long-term investment, team relocation, and talent retention in one of the world’s fastest-growing health innovation markets.

RCRC: Designing the Capital of the Future

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) is driving the transformation of the capital into a global hub for talent, innovation, and sustainability. Its mandate goes far beyond urban planning. RCRC is building the physical and showcasing cultural foundation that makes Riyadh one of the most compelling places in the world for biotech professionals and their families.

What RCRC is enabling:

Mixed-use innovation districts designed for science, research, and startups
Residential communities with top-tier amenities and accessibility
Integrated transportation, green spaces, and cultural institutions
Events, festivals, and experiences that celebrate global and local excellence

Through RCRC’s visionary projects, Riyadh is fast becoming a place where you can launch a biotech startup in the morning, visit a heritage site in the afternoon, and enjoy a world-class concert in the evening, all in a city built for possibility.

A Zone That Speaks to You

Whether you are a biotech entrepreneur looking to relocate, an investor seeking a strong, future-proof base, or a professional with a family aiming for work-life harmony: Zone 1 is your entry point to a new chapter in Saudi Arabia.

Explore how the Kingdom is turning potential into reality, not just in science, but in life.

Saudi Arabia: The Global Biotech Hub

Discover a high-demand market powered by regulatory reform, national R&D strength, and strategic investment. Explore how infrastructure and data platforms are unlocking new opportunities across the biotech value chain.

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Multinationals: Launchpad for Innovation

Accelerate trials, scale manufacturing, and unlock new markets. With speed to approval, real-world evidence, and built-in localization support, Saudi Arabia is where biotech goes further, faster.

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