What Happened
Riyadh Orders Government Entities To Cut Back On External Advisory Services
The Saudi government has ordered government entities to cut back on external advisory services, freezing payments to management consultants and halting new contracts. The move reflects a broader recalibration underway in the kingdom as policymakers assess the economic implications of the Iran conflict and the sustainability of spending tied to Vision 2030. According to the Financial Times, the instruction applies to ministries, government-controlled entities, and subsidiaries of the Public Investment Fund, with approvals for new consultancy contracts effectively paused. This development was first reported by Consultancy-me.com.