Intellectual property contributes up to 14% of Saudi Arabia’s national income

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  Intellectual property and intangible assets account for 13% to 14% of Saudi Arabia’s total national income, according to a Saudi Intellectual Property Authority official.

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  The authority registered more than 56,000 trademarks and more than 20,000 patents last year.

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  Registrations grew by more than 10% in the first half of this year compared with the same period last year.

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  The authority says it aims to help creators and businesses protect their rights and turn those assets into economic value.

Who

The Saudi Intellectual Property Authority, represented by its Executive Vice President, Fawaz al-Muballa.

What

Intellectual property and intangible assets contribute 13% to 14% of Saudi Arabia’s total national income.

When

The article was published on October 10, 2026. The authority reported growth of more than 10% in the first half of this year.

Where

Saudi Arabia.

Why

The contribution reflects a shift toward a knowledge-based economy and increased interest in protecting intellectual assets.

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