Saudi Arabia could see the next online shopping boom

Saudi Arabia holds great potential in developing the digital economy, according to a Chinese businessman. He says the prevalence of the digital economy in the country could be greater in about three to four years’ time as the kingdom is working to transform its economic foundations. In this process, China shares more than infrastructure development. In this episode, we spoke with CGTN Radio reporter Dou Hongyu on Saudi Arabia’s digital economy initiatives and China’s current and future role.

Also, as China marks the tenth anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative in Beijing this week, what will future cooperation between China and countries like Saudi Arabia look like?