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OpenText\u2122\ufe0f (NASDAQ\/TSX: OTEX), a global leader in secure information management for AI, and one of Canada\u2019s leading technology companies, today announced the opening of its Middle East regional headquarters in Riyadh, underscoring the company\u2019s long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia and the region\u2019s accelerating digital economy.<\/p>\n
The opening was celebrated with the visit of Canada\u2019s Minister of International Trade and Economic Development, Hon. Maninder Sidhu, and His Excellency Jean-Philippe Linteau, Canada\u2019s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u201cThis is an important moment that reflects the growing strength of the relationship between Canada and Saudi Arabia,\u201d said Minister Sidhu. \u201cOpenText\u2019s expansion in Riyadh underscores the trusted role Canadian innovation can play in supporting digital transformation in some of the world\u2019s fastest-growing markets. I look forward to continued collaboration that strengthens commercial ties, drives trade and investment, and delivers long-term benefits for businesses and workers in both countries.\u201d<\/p>\n
As Riyadh continues to emerge as an economic and innovation powerhouse, Saudi Arabia is redefining what\u2019s possible for global business, data, and AI. OpenText\u2019s local presence aligns with the Kingdom\u2019s ambitions to lead in enterprise AI, security, and data-driven growth\u2014while maintaining sovereignty, trust, and regulatory compliance.<\/p>\n
Located in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), the new headquarters will serve as a central hub for OpenText customers and partners across the Middle East. The presence enables closer collaboration with government and private sector organizations as they move from AI experimentation to secure, enterprise-scale deployment.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u201cAI is only as powerful as the information it is built on,\u201d said Muhi Majzoub, EVP Cybersecurity of OpenText. \u201cBy establishing our regional headquarters in Riyadh, we are investing in closer partnerships with customers who are focused on using AI responsibly and securely. OpenText helps organizations turn trusted data into intelligence\u2014supporting innovation, resilience, and long-term growth across the region.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Riyadh headquarters strengthens OpenText\u2019s ability to deliver localized expertise and faster support to customers navigating evolving data sovereignty, security, and compliance requirements. OpenText will continue to expand its local workforce, build strategic partnerships, and deepen its engagement with government customers\u2014developing solutions tailored to Saudi Arabia\u2019s unique priorities and economic diversification goals.<\/p>\n
\u00a0\u201cThe Kingdom\u2019s focus on AI and digital transformation creates a powerful opportunity for organizations to unlock value from their information,\u201d said George Schembri, Vice President and General Manager, Middle East, OpenText. \u201cWith OpenText on the ground in Riyadh, our customers gain direct access to trusted global expertise combined with local insight\u2014enabling them to manage information securely, scale AI with confidence, and compete on a global stage.\u201d<\/p>\n
Through its expanded presence in Saudi Arabia, OpenText will empower organizations across the Middle East to accelerate digital transformation, strengthen information security, and turn data into a sustainable competitive advantage\u2014contributing to the region\u2019s growing knowledge-based economy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
OpenText\u2122\ufe0f (NASDAQ\/TSX: OTEX), a global leader in secure information management for AI, and one of Canada\u2019s leading technology companies, today announced the opening of its Middle East regional headquarters in Riyadh, underscoring the company\u2019s long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia and the region\u2019s accelerating digital economy. The opening was celebrated with the visit of Canada\u2019s …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":126848,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[439],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-126850","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-english-news"],"yoast_head":"\n