April 2025, HQ VisitApril 2025, At-Turaif VisitThe Honorable Philip Murphy Governor of New JerseyH.E. Pascal CagniFrench Ambassador for International Investments and Chairman of the Board of Business France
May 2025, Bujairi Terrace VisitMay 2025, At-Turaif VisitH.E. Takeshi IwayaH.E. Rosanna LawMinister for Foreign Affairs of JapanSecretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
May 2025, HQ VisitMay 2025, HQ VisitH.E. Byung Jun MoonActing Ambassador in Korean Embassy Saudi ArabiaMr. Michael Lawler & Mr. Michael T. McCaulUnited States Representatives
May 2025, At-Turaif VisitH.E Dr. Munir EldesoukiPresident of KACST
May 2025, At-Turaif VisitH.H Princess Haifa bint Abdulaziz Al-Mogrin / H.E. Carlos CuerpoSaudi Ambassador to Spain / Minister of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation of Spain
May 2025, HQ VisitH.E. Ahmed FarooqAmbassador of Pakistan
June 2025, At-Turaif VisitH.E. Inger AndresenExecutive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme
July 2025, HQ VisitEng. Khalid bin Salim AlGhamdiCEO of the Saudi Electricity Company
July 2025, HQ VisitJuly 2025, At-Turaif VisitMr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-HarthiEng. Mohammad Al-BashirCEO of the Saudi Broadcasting Authority Minister of Energy of Syrian Arab Republic
July 2025, Bab SamhanH.E Eng. Khalid Al FalihMinister of Investment
August 2025, At-Turaif VisitMr. Casey WassermanChairman of LA28 Olympics CEO of Wasserman Group
August 2025, At-Turaif VisitAugust 2025, At-Turaif VisitH.E. Mohammed Nadal AlshaarMinister of Economy and industry of SyriaMr. Hon Todd McClayMinister for Trade and Investment and Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs in New Zealand
September 2025, HQ VisitMs. Tamara RalphFounder & Creative Director Tamara Ralph Brand
September 2025, HQ VisitMr. Olivier MichalonExecutive Vice President Global Business in Airbus Helicopters
September 2025, HQ VisitH.E. Abdullah AlbudairAdvisor at Ministry of Municipality and Housing
September 2025, HQ VisitSeptember 2025, HQ VisitMr. Andreas Uterman Vontobel’s ChairmanDr. Margarete SchramboeckFormer Austrian Minister of Digital & Economic Affairs
October 2025, Signing CeremonyMr. Ahmed Galal IsmailChief Executive Officer at Majid Al Futtaim Holding
October 2025, HQ VisitOctober 2025, HQ VisitMs. Susan Pitter / Mr. Ahmed Eldessouky / Mr. Asim SheikhEY DelegationEng. Abdulrahman AlthukairCEO of Saudi Exports Development Authority
October 2025, HQ VisitMr. Saad AlkroudHead of Local Real Estate Investments Division in PIF
October 2025, HQ VisitOctober 2025, HQ VisitDr. Melissa GilliamPresident of Boston UniversityMr. Paolo BarlettaCEO of Arsenale Group
November 2025, HQ VisitOctober 2025, HQ VisitMr. Paul ChanFinancial Secretary in Hong KongMr. Alan WilsonPortfolio Manager at Capital Group
November 2025, EventMr. Ahmed AljbreenCo-Founder of The 25 Meeting
November 2025, Event28th UN General Assembly Diriyah Gala Dinner
November 2025, Event28th UN General Assembly Diriyah Gala Dinner
November 2025, HQ VisitMs. Daniela SantanchèMinister of Tourism of ItalyNovember 2025, HQ VisitHon. Gianluca CaramannaItalian politician serving as a member of the Chamber of Deputies
November 2025, HQ VisitNovember 2025, HQ VisitMr. Apostolos TzitzikostasEuropean Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and TourismMr. Benjamin VuchotCEO of Peninsula Hotels
November 2025, HQ VisitMr. Bruce FlattCEO of Brookfield Asset ManagementNovember 2025, HQ VisitMs. Desiree BollierChair and Global Chief Merchant for Value Retail Management - The Bicester Collection
November 2025, Diriyah VisitAudit & Risk Committee
December 2025, Diriyah VisitNomination and Remuneration CommitteeNovember 2025, HQ VisitMr. Lord Norman FosterFounder & Chairman of Foster
December 2025, HQ VisitThe Honorable Harry Coker Jr.Maryland Secretary of Commerce
December 2025, HQ VisitMr. Harvey Mason Jr.CEO of the Recording Academy
December 2025, HQ VisitUSA DelegationDecember 2025, HQ VisitMr. Frederick KempePresident and CEO of the Atlantic Council
December 2025, HQ VisitH.E. Faisal AlibrahimMinister of Economy and Planning of Saudi Arabia
December 2025, HQ VisitH.E. Deemah AlyahyaFounding Secretary-General of Digital Cooperation Organization
This Year Was About Building Something That Lasts.This year focused on establishing a disciplined and integrated GCEO Protocol Office, anchored in governance, clarity of scope, and consistent execution.Protocol is a reflection of institutional maturity. As the organization’s visibility and global engagement expand, standardized protocol practices are essential to ensure correct representation and protect reputation.I would like to first recognize the Protocol team for their professionalism, commitment, and contribution to the achievements documented in this book. I also extend my sincere appreciation to the Chief of Staff, Mr. Bader Binmaferij, for his guidance and continued support, and to Mr. Gerard J. Inzerillo, Group CEO, for the trust placed in us to build and elevate this function.Finally, I thank all departments and colleagues who partnered with us throughout this journey. Your collaboration was essential, and we will continue to rely on it as we build on this foundation and move forward.– Abdulmohsen Alanazi Head of Protocol Office”06.1
Appreciation Goes toWe extend our sincere appreciation to all departments and teams who collaborated closely with the GCEO Protocol Office throughout the year.Your cooperation, responsiveness, and commitment to alignment were essential in strengthening protocol standards, enhancing execution quality, and elevating the overall level of executive representation.Human CapitalInternal AuditGovernance, Risk & Compliance InvestmentGeneral SecretariatExternal Protocol Entities DGDA Admin Support Finance Asset Management DevCoStrategic Management Legal Marketing Procurement TechnologyAcknowledgement Message 06.1
GCEO Protocol OfficeThe Story of 2025