Record trade volumes signal deepening economic ties
Bilateral trade between Australia and Saudi Arabia reached A$2.1 billion in calendar year 2025, an 18% increase on the previous year and a new record for the relationship.
Key export categories
| Category | Value (A$M) | Growth |
|----------|------------|--------|
| Beef and sheep meat | 420 | +12% |
| Barley and wheat | 310 | +22% |
| Mining services | 280 | +35% |
| Dairy products | 190 | +8% |
| Education services | 175 | +15% |
| Pharmaceuticals | 140 | +10% |
Saudi investment in Australia
Saudi investment in Australia grew to an estimated A$4.8 billion in 2025, up from A$3.9 billion in 2018. Key sectors include:
- Real estate: Major holdings in Sydney and Melbourne commercial property
- Agriculture: Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC) continues to expand its Australian pastoral holdings
- Technology: Growing venture capital interest in Australian mining technology startups
Vision 2030 alignment
The Kingdom's economic diversification programme continues to create opportunities for Australian businesses across food security, mining, education, healthcare, and renewable energy. The new bilateral investment treaty signed in late 2025 provides additional protections for Australian investors.
The Chamber encourages members to explore opportunities through our quarterly briefings and B2B introductions programme.