The event will be held as part of the Biban Forum, organised by the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority (Monsha’at) from November 5 to 8, under the theme “Global Destination for Opportunities.”
Entrepreneurship World Cup 2025 in Saudi Arabia
The Entrepreneurship World Cup is the largest global competition for entrepreneurs, jointly organised by Monsha’at, the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), and the Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk).
The event will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and international experts, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s position as a global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation.
This year’s competition attracted more than 10,300 applicants from over 169 countries. Following several evaluation phases and a virtual training camp, the top 100 projects have qualified for the Riyadh finals.
International startups
Prominent participating countries include Saudi Arabia, the United States, Korea, Canada, Singapore, France, Brazil, and the United Kingdom.
The competition offers participants the chance to present their ideas to investors and venture capital funds, gain access to mentorship and training programmes, and strengthen their global competitiveness.
By hosting the 2025 finals, Saudi Arabia reaffirms its pioneering role in supporting innovation and entrepreneurship, aligning with Vision 2030 goals to build a diversified, sustainable, and knowledge-based economy.
