Country research: Saudi Arabia

 Opportunities and potential of Gradido for Saudi Arabia - based on current analyses

Saudi Arabia is at a decisive turning point. The in-depth analyses of the social, economic and cultural dynamics show that the ground is now being prepared for the kind of change that Gradido - the Natural Economy of Life - can offer as a bridge between tradition and the modern future economy: The ground is now being prepared for the kind of change that Gradido - the Natural Economy of Life - can offer as a bridge between tradition and the modern economy of the future.

1. social change & participation

• The country is experiencing an enormous opening, particularly through education, digitalization and the promotion of young talent. The young generation (over 70 % of the population!) is innovative, open-minded and ready for new paths.

• Women's participation is visibly growing and there are initial successes in terms of integration in business and society.

• Modern, digital tools are used intensively; social interaction is becoming increasingly open and global - but equal participation is not yet a matter of course.

→ Gradido can strengthen social participation, equal opportunities and cooperation for all. The basic income-like reward system recognizes commitment, promotes education and enables concrete, action-oriented prosperity for all people.

2. economic diversification & sustainable transformation

• Vision 2030 aims to overcome dependence on oil and promote innovation, entrepreneurship, start-up culture and sustainability.

• However, structural reforms, megaprojects and intensive internationalization are creating social tensions (e.g. housing market, shortage of skilled workers, intergenerational conflicts).

• Soft power and international reputation are central to change, but a genuine social balance has so far been a weak point.

→ Gradido offers a natural, fair path to sustainable prosperity: it supports the economy in healthy, shared development - based on a circular system that strives for abundance for all and combines social dynamism with social justice.

3. dealing with diversity & conflict resolution

• Despite modern impulses, discrimination and exclusion still exist (especially for religious minorities, migrant workers, LGBTQ+ people, and women in certain areas).

• Conflict management combines traditional reconciliation culture and modern institutions, but often remains top-down and controlled.

→ Gradido promotes natural social balance, mutual appreciation and social reconciliation. Projects to promote the common good, environmental protection and social issues can be specifically encouraged and visibly rewarded by Gradido.

4 Islamic values, zakat and the common good

• Zakat, the "third pillar of Islam", is deeply rooted. Social compensation enjoys the highest level of acceptance, but it is primarily organized by the state and there is still potential for more direct participation.

• There is a social understanding of the need to carefully combine traditional values with modern requirements.

→ As a modern instrument for the common good, Gradido can build on the Zakat principle, strengthen the economic foundation - and favor social, cultural and ecological concerns equally ("triple prosperity").

5. digitalization, AI and innovation

• Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in high-tech, AI and robotics - its educational landscape and start-up ecosystem are recognized worldwide.

• The ethical embedding of AI and new technologies in Islamic principles shows openness to innovative answers.

→ Gradido is digital, transparent and participatory - an ideal model that combines digitalization with social innovation while paying attention to ethical, community-strengthening values. Integration into existing systems is technically and socially easy to communicate.

6. global appeal & international role model function

• Saudi Arabia is seeking global recognition, wants to inspire and is already scoring points with soft power, major projects and sporting events.

• However, credibility is challenged by social contradictions and an evolving balance between image and reality.

→ With Gradido, Saudi Arabia can act as a beacon for the combination of genuine prosperity, a sense of community, human dignity and sustainable economic structures. Gradido combines spiritual roots, social innovation and ecological responsibility - and can thus become a global role model.

7 Conclusion: Transformation opportunity for all areas of life

Gradido offers the opportunity to shape social change in Saudi Arabia in a harmonious and inclusive way:

• Social participation is growing for everyone - including previously disadvantaged groups.

• The economy develops sustainably, creatively and with new justice.

• Spiritual and cultural identity are given new opportunities for expression in line with the global challenges of our time.

• What is needed now is heart, courage and open encounters at eye level.
  With Gradido, Saudi Arabia can find this balance - and show the world how tradition and the future, humanity and innovation, the common good and individual success can be achieved in harmony.