OpenText has officially opened its Middle East regional headquarters in Riyadh. The move highlights a long term commitment to Saudi Arabia and the region’s fast growing digital economy. The new office sits in the King Abdullah Financial District. It will act as a central hub for customers and partners across the Middle East.Riyadh as a Strategic Regional HubSupporting Enterprise AI at ScaleData Sovereignty and Regulatory ConfidenceAlignment with Vision 2030 GoalsA Growing Knowledge Based Economy The decision reflects a clear shift. Enterprises now move beyond AI pilots. They demand secure, large scale, and compliant deployments. OpenText aims to support this transition with local expertise and faster execution. Riyadh as a Strategic Regional Hub Riyadh continues to strengthen its role as a global business and innovation center. OpenText chose the city to stay close to government bodies and large enterprises. The new headquarters will: Support customers across the Middle East Enable faster collaboration with public and private sectors Help organizations scale AI with trust and control The opening ceremony welcomed Canada’s Minister of International Trade and Economic Development and the Canadian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. The visit reinforced strong economic ties between Canada and the Kingdom. Supporting Enterprise AI at Scale Organizations across the region now seek secure AI deployment. They also face strict data rules. OpenText plans to guide them through this complexity. The Riyadh hub will focus on: Enterprise AI deployment support Advanced information management Secure cloud and data platforms Local teams will work closely with clients. They will help turn data into measurable business value. Data Sovereignty and Regulatory Confidence Data sovereignty remains a top concern. Regulations continue to evolve across the Middle East. OpenText strengthens its ability to respond through local presence. The regional office enables: Faster support and response times Deep understanding of local regulations Stronger compliance with national data laws This approach helps organizations protect sensitive data while maintaining innovation speed. Alignment with Vision 2030 Goals Saudi Arabia has transformed its digital governance in recent years. The creation of Saudi Data and AI Authority and the Digital Government Authority built a strong national framework. These efforts support the National Strategy for Data and AI. Digital maturity across government entities continues to rise. Open data availability has also improved sharply. These changes create strong demand for enterprise grade platforms. OpenText plans to: Expand its local workforce Build strategic partnerships Develop solutions aligned with Vision 2030 A Growing Knowledge Based Economy OpenText’s Riyadh headquarters reflects a broader shift. Saudi Arabia now operates as a data driven digital state. Enterprises demand secure platforms that respect trust and compliance. With a strong local base, OpenText positions itself as a long term partner. The company aims to help the region build sustainable digital growth powered by data, AI, and security.