Makkah: an Unprecedented Decade of Economic and Urban Growth

Driven by major development projects over the past ten years, the city of Makkah has experienced exceptional economic growth. The initiatives aim to solidify its position as a leading global Islamic destination and fulfill the goals of Vision 2030 for infrastructure development, investment promotion, and enhanced quality of life.

 Leveraging its strategic location and the support of the Saudi leadership, Makkah has evolved into a distinctive investment destination and a dynamic economic and demographic center, ranking among the Kingdom's top performers in economic indicators.

 Makkah is preparing to receive more than 30 million pilgrims and Umrah performers annually by 2030. The massive transformation has positioned Makkah as a unique global destination for Hajj and Umrah services. It also highlights the city’s growing potential for unprecedented economic growth.

 Linking the key cities of Makkah and Madinah, the Haramain High Speed Railway stands as the Middle East's largest and the world's sixth-largest transport project, with a construction cost of SAR60 billion. Its five stations are strategically situated in Makkah, Jeddah, King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, King Abdullah Economic City in Rabigh, and Madinah.