Economic Think Tank

The private sector’s voice in economic policymaking

The first national non-profit initiative dedicated to economic research, representing the private sector’s views to decision-makers.

About Afaq

The National Center for Family Businesses and the Federation of Saudi Chambers launched Afaq Economic Think Tank, under the supervision of the Ministry of Economy and Planning, to strengthen the private sector’s role in development and to advocate for its issues, including those of family businesses.

Read Afaq’s story
Official launch
20 May 2026
Type
National non-profit initiative

What we do

Three tracks that bring the private sector’s views closer to public policymaking.

Research & studies

Economic studies and research that reflect the private sector’s views and inform public policy.

StudiesResearch papersReports

Events

Dialogue platforms that strengthen ties between the public and private sectors.

SeminarsConferences

Partnerships

Collaboration and knowledge exchange with relevant entities.

GovernmentPrivate sectorResearch

Founding partners

  • National Center for Family Businesses
  • Federation of Saudi Chambers

Supervising body

  • Ministry of Economy and Planning

Partners in success

All partnerships
  • Ministry of Commerce
  • Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority
  • Ministry of Finance