Human Resources Development Fund helps employ 329,000 Saudis in H1 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Human Resources Development Fund supported the employment of over 329,000 citizens in the first half of 2026, a 23% increase year-on-year.
The Human Resources Development Fund in Saudi Arabia supported the employment of more than 329,000 citizens in the first half of 2026, marking a 23% year-on-year increase. Announced officially in Riyadh, these figures reveal a significant boost in Saudi talent readiness and economic growth, aligning with the goals of Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program.
In total, HRDF provided direct financial support amounting to approximately SAR 4.9 billion to 1.69 million citizens and over 171,000 establishments across diverse sectors. Small, medium, and micro enterprises comprised 95% of these beneficiaries, highlighting the fund's commitment to private sector growth and national talent enhancement.
HRDF Director General, Turki bin Abdullah Al-Jawini, attributed these results to the Kingdom's leadership prioritizing human resources investment, emphasizing the fund's role in developing flexible support solutions to meet labor market demands. Al-Jawini stressed the fund's adaptability in crafting programs that cater to priority sectors, bolster national skills, and bolster competitiveness.
The HRDF's growing support system is crucial for aligning with the National Labor Market Strategy to drive economic growth and sustainable development in the Kingdom.
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