The Governor of Qatif, Abdullah bin Saif Al-Saif, sponsored a ceremony on Wednesday honoring the partners and supporters of the "Al-Rams Car Show 2025," which was held at the Awamiyah Central Project, one of the most prominent cultural and developmental landmarks in the Eastern Province. This recognition comes as a culmination of the efforts that resulted in the remarkable success of the fourth edition of the festival. The Governor emphasized that this achievement embodies a prime example of the integration of the public and private sectors in enhancing quality of life and promoting tourism and entertainment, in line with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030.
The Awamiyah Central Project: A Cultural and Civilizational Beacon
This event is particularly significant given its location within the Al-Rams project in the heart of Awamiyah, a developmental success story that has transformed the area into a leading tourist and cultural destination. Hosting such major events demonstrates the high level of infrastructure readiness in Qatif Governorate and its capacity to accommodate large-scale public activities. These events contribute to reshaping the region's tourism landscape, making it a magnet for visitors from across the Kingdom and the Gulf countries, thus boosting local economic activity and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises.
Economic and tourism dimensions of the event
The Al Rams Car Show is not merely an entertainment event; it also carries significant economic dimensions. Attracting thousands of visitors and enthusiasts of classic and modified cars directly contributes to boosting the hospitality, restaurant, and retail sectors in the province. The event also reflects the rapid development of the Saudi entertainment sector, which has become a promising industry contributing to the diversification of national income sources, in line with the national tourism strategy aimed at establishing the Kingdom as a global destination.
Honoring ceremony and integration of efforts
The governorate headquarters witnessed a distinguished attendance of security and service leaders, as well as representatives from civil society organizations and the media. This reflects a comprehensive work system that contributed to the success of this event, which was overseen by the Ministry of Sports office in the governorate and organized by Ajdan Real Estate Development Company. The ceremony began with a documentary video presentation highlighting the event's key moments and exceptional aspects, showcasing the overwhelming public response and revealing the meticulous organizational efforts undertaken behind the scenes to ensure its successful execution.
Supporting leadership and the future of tourism in Qatif
In his address, Governor Al-Saif emphasized that effective strategic partnerships are a cornerstone for supporting the tourism and entertainment sectors. He commended the professional organizational level demonstrated by the "Al-Rams Show" and its tangible impact on creating social and economic activity in the governorate. For his part, Mohammed Al-Turki, Director of the Al-Rams Project and Head of the Organizing Committee, expressed his appreciation for the significant logistical and moral support provided by the governorate and the Ministry of Sports office. He attributed the success of the fourth edition to the combined efforts of security and service personnel, along with the contributions of volunteers and media professionals.
The governor concluded the ceremony by affirming that Qatif has become an attractive destination capable of hosting major events that stimulate the economic cycle, noting the support of the wise leadership and the follow-up of His Highness the Prince of the Eastern Province and His Highness his deputy for everything that serves the development of the governorate and enhances its tourist position on the national map.
