Saudi to Make PIF World's Biggest Fund

Saudi to Make PIF World's Biggest Fund

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The video discusses Saudi Arabia's high youth unemployment and the need to create jobs in the private sector, particularly in technology. It highlights the country's efforts to educate its youth and the concept of Saudization to employ more Saudis. The video also covers the evolution of the Public Investment Fund (PIF) as a sovereign wealth fund, aiming to diversify investments and reduce reliance on oil revenue.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for Saudi Arabia's focus on involving the private sector in job creation?

To reduce youth unemployment

To improve public transportation

To increase oil production

To attract more foreign tourists

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of the Saudization program?

To enhance the oil export capacity

To employ more Saudis in local companies

To promote Saudi culture abroad

To increase the number of foreign workers

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does the Saudi government face in continuing to send students abroad for education?

Political tensions with other countries

Insufficient educational institutions abroad

Lack of interest from students

High costs and economic sustainability

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key strategy of the PIF to diversify its investment portfolio?

Increase oil drilling activities

Invest in local agriculture

Increase foreign investments

Focus solely on technology startups

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant move is planned for Aramco in relation to the PIF?

To focus on renewable energy only

To be listed in an IPO and included in the PIF

To be privatized completely

To merge with a foreign oil company