Saudi Minister of Transport and Logistics Saleh Al-Jasser has reiterated that the long-awaited Riyadh Metro is set to open “within a few weeks,” though the exact timeline remains unclear.
“The Riyadh Metro project is a historic and transformative initiative,” he stated, adding that work is currently focused on test run operations.
Al-Jasser made these remarks during an interview with Al-Arabiya Business at the Global Logistics Forum, which concluded on Monday in Riyadh.
The minister emphasized that the metro project will mark a significant shift in Riyadh’s infrastructure, highlighting its status as the largest metro project ever constructed simultaneously.
“This project is designed to enhance the quality of life for Riyadh’s residents through a fast, advanced, and reliable transportation network,” he noted, though previous announcements have similarly suggested imminent launches.
Reaffirming earlier statements, Al-Jasser pointed to the broader development boom taking place across Saudi Arabia.
He framed the transportation and logistics system as key pillars of the National Strategy for Transport and Logistics, which aims to establish Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub. More
