Saudi Arabia Ranks Second Globally in Data Center Market Attractiveness

Saudi Arabia's remarkable achievement of securing the second position globally in data center market attractiveness, as reported by Bloomberg, is a testament to the nation's strategic vision and robust investment in digital infrastructure. This ranking, placing us just behind the United States, underscores the success of our efforts to foster a thriving environment for artificial intelligence and cloud computing.

The data clearly illustrates the Kingdom's rapid growth, with data center capacity soaring sixfold from 68 megawatts in 2021 to a projected 440 megawatts by 2025. This expansion, continuing into 2026, demonstrates our commitment to building a leading digital economy. The availability of energy and land, identified as key factors in market attractiveness, are areas where Saudi Arabia excels, providing a solid foundation for further development.

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This reflects the growing position of the Kingdom in the data center sector, and confirms that what has been achieved in digital infrastructure, energy availability, speed of development, and operational readiness has made Saudi Arabia one of the most capable markets to attract qualitative investments in this sector.

Our strategic geographical location, bridging Asia, Europe, and Africa, combined with a deep domestic market and a supportive regulatory framework, makes Saudi Arabia an unparalleled hub for digital services. The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology's AI enablement office rightly points out that our progress reflects strong digital infrastructure, energy availability, rapid development, and operational readiness. This not only attracts quality investments but also bolsters global investor confidence.

This success is further amplified by Saudi Arabia's top ranking in digital readiness for 2025. Such achievements are not merely statistical; they represent a fundamental shift in our economic landscape, driven by innovation and a forward-looking approach. As Okaz, we are proud to report on these milestones, which signify our nation's ascent as a global leader in the digital age, offering unique advantages that international coverage often overlooks.

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This progress enhances the confidence of global investors in the Saudi market, and supports Saudi Arabia's positioning as a global center for digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence.