On December 19, 2024, Abdullah Bin Mahfouz, head of the Saudi-Yemeni Business Council, announced a groundbreaking initiative to create "smart food cities" in the border regions between Saudi Arabia and Yemen.

In statements reported by various Saudi media outlets, Bin Mahfouz revealed that the initiative will be officially launched during the upcoming Saudi-Yemeni Business Council forum scheduled for this Sunday in Mecca.

The initiative aims to enhance food security for both nations while fostering a sustainable economic environment for collaboration in this vital sector. "We hope this initiative will contribute to long-term food security in border areas and create job opportunities for local populations, thereby promoting social stability," Bin Mahfouz stated.

Reports indicate that establishing these smart food cities is a strategic move to achieve food security through the use of modern technologies, including smart agriculture, intelligent irrigation, and renewable energy. This ambitious project will require significant investments in infrastructure and human resources.