Official visit from Moscow featuring representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Export Center, and Creative Industries Agency
On Monday, October 13, 2025, Startime welcomed a high-level Russian delegation to its headquarters in Riyadh; the delegation included representatives from the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Moscow Export Center, and the Moscow Creative Industries Agency, along with executives from leading Russian companies specializing in electronic gaming. The visit was led by the Director General of the Creative Industries Agency, and was received by Mr. Shaya Al Kahtani, Founder and CEO of Startime, the meeting focused on exploring avenues for joint cooperation in developing the gaming industry and enhancing trade exchange between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Russian Federation.
Mr. Shaya Al Kahtani affirmed that Startime places the localization of advanced technologies at the forefront of its strategic priorities, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 and its commitment to building a knowledge-based economy driven by innovation; he stated: “We welcome the opportunity to build a strategic relationship with the Moscow Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Moscow Export Center, we look forward to coordinating with local investors to attract cutting-edge, AI-powered gaming experiences that enrich local content and position the Kingdom as a regional hub for the gaming industry.”
This visit comes amid growing interest from Russian companies in investing in the Saudi market, driven by Saudi Arabia’s promise of opportunities in the gaming sector, an industry experiencing unprecedented growth, backed by direct government support and investments exceeding SAR 142 billion. Through this engagement, Startime reaffirms its commitment to business hosting and activation, as part of its integrated event management services, reinforcing its leadership in empowering creative industries and cultivating international partnerships in this dynamic field.