China Desk

At Aldar Audit Bureau, Grant Thornton, we recognise the growing importance of the China–Saudi Arabia relationship under the framework of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). 

Saudi Arabia and China are entering a new chapter in their partnership, with trade, investment, and energy ties deepening at an unprecedented pace. This collaboration is not only reshaping bilateral relations but also opening doors to significant opportunities in infrastructure, renewable energy, technology, and financial services

As Saudi Arabia advances its Vision 2030 transformation, Chinese companies are emerging as key partners in building smart cities, advancing manufacturing, modernising transport, and driving digital infrastructure projects that will define the Kingdom’s future economy.

At the same time, the business environment in both countries requires careful navigation. Regulatory frameworks, cultural practices, and market expectations can vary considerably. 

Our China Desk has been established to bridge these differences, helping Chinese investors confidently establish and expand in Saudi Arabia, while also supporting Saudi firms seeking to tap into China’s dynamic market. 

By combining local expertise with global reach, we ensure that cross-border opportunities are captured efficiently, transparently, and with lasting impact.

在致同会计师事务所 (Grant Thornton) 阿尔达审计局 (Aldar Audit Bureau)，我们认识到在“沙特2030愿景”和“一带一路”倡议框架下，中沙关系的重要性日益凸显。

沙特和中国的伙伴关系正开启新篇章，贸易、投资和能源合作正以前所未有的速度深化。这种合作不仅重塑了双边关系，也为基础设施、可再生能源、技术和金融服务等领域的重大机遇打开了大门。

随着沙特阿拉伯推进“2030愿景”转型，中国企业正逐渐成为建设智慧城市、推进制造业发展、实现交通现代化以及推动数字基础设施项目的重要合作伙伴，这些项目将决定沙特王国未来的经济。

与此同时，两国的营商环境也需要谨慎应对。监管框架、文化习俗和市场预期可能存在很大差异。

我们设立中国事务部 (China Desk) 旨在弥合这些差异，帮助中国投资者自如地在沙特阿拉伯建立和拓展业务，同时支持沙特企业寻求进入充满活力的中国市场。

通过将本地专业知识与全球影响力相结合，我们确保跨境机遇能高效运转且产生持久影响。

Our Services 我们的服务

The China Desk integrates our full service offering with specialised cross-border expertise: 中国事务部将我们全方位的服务与跨境专业知识相结合：

Market Entry & Expansion 市场进入与扩张

• Guidance for Chinese enterprises on entering Saudi Arabia, including company structuring, licensing (MISA), local content requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• 为中国企业进入沙特阿拉伯市场提供指导，包括公司架构、（MISA）许可证办理、本地内容要求以及合规监管。

Tax & Regulatory Advisory 税务与监管咨询

• Expert advice on ZATCA, GOSI, VAT, and customs rules to ensure smooth cross-border operations.
• 就沙特税收优惠法案 (ZATCA)、政府间投资协定 (GOSI)、增值税和海关规则提供专家建议，确保跨境运营顺畅。

Audit & Assurance 审计与鉴证

• Independent assurance services tailored to international investors, ensuring transparency and compliance with both Saudi and global standards.
• 为国际投资者提供量身定制的独立鉴证服务，确保透明度并符合沙特及全球标准。

Deal Advisory 交易咨询

• Support with joint ventures, M&A, valuations, and due diligence to enable successful partnerships between Chinese and Saudi firms.
• 支持合资企业、并购，估值和尽职调查，助力中国和沙特企业建立成功的合作伙伴关系

Sector Insights 行业洞察

• Specialist knowledge in energy, infrastructure, technology, and financial services – the core sectors driving the China–Saudi agenda.
• 能源、基础设施、科技和金融服务领域的专业知识——这些领域是推动中沙合作的核心领域。

Cultural & Language Support 文化与语言支持

• A team fluent in Mandarin, Arabic, and English, ensuring nothing is lost in translation and relationships are built on trust.
• 团队成员精通中文、阿拉伯语和英语，确保沟通准确无误且在信任的基础上建立合作关系。

Meet Our China Desk Lead 

Nannan is a corporate banking professional with over 15 years of experience at the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), specialising in cross-border transactions, credit analysis and corporate financial services. Having spent five years based in Riyadh, she brings extensive knowledge of Chinese enterprises’ business priorities alongside a strong understanding of Saudi Arabia’s local market.

As part of our China Desk, Nannan plays a key role in strengthening relationships with Chinese enterprises, acting as a bridge between clients and our local professional teams to facilitate seamless access to market-entry support, audit, tax and deal advisory services. Her combined financial expertise and cross-cultural understanding enable her to support Chinese businesses navigating the Kingdom’s regulatory and commercial landscape while fostering trusted, long-term client relationships.

认识我们中国事务部负责人

Nannan 是一位企业银行业务专业人士，在中国工商银行（ICBC）拥有超过 15 年的工作经验，专注于跨境交易、信贷分析及企业金融服务。她曾在利雅得工作五年，对中国企业的业务重点和发展需求有着深入了解，同时也熟悉沙特阿拉伯的本地市场。

作为我们中国事务部的重要成员，Nannan 在加强与中国企业的合作关系方面发挥着关键作用。她致力于搭建客户与本地专业团队之间的沟通桥梁，协助客户顺利获得市场准入支持、审计、税务及交易咨询服务。凭借深厚的金融专业知识和跨文化理解能力，她能够协助中国企业应对沙特阿拉伯的监管要求与商业环境，同时建立互信、稳固且长期的客户合作关系

Get in Touch 

Whether you are a Chinese investor exploring Saudi Arabia or a Saudi company seeking opportunities in China, our China Desk is here to guide you every step of the way.

联系我们

无论您是探索沙特阿拉伯的中国投资者，还是寻求中国机遇的沙特公司，我们的中国事务部都将全程为您提供指导。