11th November 2025 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
More than 100 leading Saudi and Chinese tech companies engage with local open-source enthusiasts in Saudi Arabia.
More than 30 leading Chinese tech companies are coming to Saudi Arabia to engage with local open-source enthusiasts. The exchange will feature discussions on top open-source projects spanning operating systems, artificial intelligence (like DeepSeek), chips (such as RISC-V), and more. Organized by the Programmers Association "parmg" and supported by the Chinese Embassy.
Access cutting-edge Chinese open source tech (Cloud, AI, Big Data, Cybersecurity), align with DGA policies, get localized solutions, reduce costs, and avoid vendor lock-in.
Establish an Open Source Education Hub, develop local skills, catalyze Saudi open source projects, and ensure sustainable digital growth.
Attract Chinese investment, enable Vision 2030 goals, foster strategic partnerships, and drive economic expansion.
Strengthen Saudi-China tech relations and position Saudi Arabia in the global open source community.
Executive Vice Secretary-General of COPU
Jerry is a leader in China's open source community, driving collaboration between Chinese tech companies and global partners.
Chairman of Programmers Association
AbdulAziz leads the Programmers Association "parmg" and serves as CTO at KABi AI, driving Saudi Arabia's tech innovation.
OpenTEKr
Dean specializes in open source consulting, solution services, and community project integration.
...and many more
Opening remarks and keynote presentations from industry leaders and government officials.
Details coming soon
Connect with speakers, participants, and industry leaders over lunch.
Hands-on workshops and technical presentations on various open source technologies.
Details coming soon
Evening reception with refreshments and opportunities for further networking.
Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia
Highlight: Foreign investment in the ICT sector.
Ministry of Investment for Saudi Arabia (MISA)
Highlights:Updated Investment Law
Connect with speakers, participants, and industry leaders over lunch.
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Highlights: Garage is the new startup district that focuses on local and international startups, scouting and inviting them to join The Garage’s programs and events.
Federation of Saudi Chambers
Highlight:The National Committee for Information and Communications Technology at the Council of Saudi Chambers
Center for Digital Entrepreneurship
Highlight:Premium Residency is a type of residency in Saudi Arabia designed to attract and retain talents, professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs
Opportunities for attendees from Saudi Arabia and China to connect, discuss future cooperation, investment, innovation, and business development.
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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia