Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East and the birthplace of Islam, home to the religion's two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina.
It possesses the world's second-largest proven oil reserves, making it a global energy powerhouse and the leading member of OPEC. Under the ambitious Vision 2030 plan, the Kingdom is rapidly diversifying its economy, investing heavily in tourism, technology, and entertainment to reduce dependence on oil.