Prime Minister Mark Carney completes his first visit to Saudi Arabia in 26 years, meeting with Saudi officials as he builds new ties between the two countries. Carney says Saudi Arabian investors, including the Kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, are interested in Canadian assets, particularly in sectors such as energy, mining, and infrastructure. The talks also include an invitation extended by Carney to the Public Investment Fund (PIF), which signals continued engagement between Canadian policymakers and Saudi investment stakeholders. Both outlets report that the visit focuses on exploring investment opportunities and strengthening economic cooperation, with Carney highlighting Canada’s industries as potential areas for capital deployment. The coverage emphasizes that the trip marks a notable diplomatic moment after a long gap in Canadian leadership engagement with Saudi Arabia, and it frames the discussions around prospective investments rather than specific transaction details. No figures for planned investments or named projects are provided in the reports.