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Ashraf Al-Ghazzawi

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Executive Vice President - Strategy & Corporate Development at aramco
📍 Saudi Arabia

Ashraf Al-Ghazzawi is the Executive Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development at Aramco, where he has worked for over 29 years. He leads the firms strategic planning, new energies, and business development. He holds a PhD in Engineering from the University of Manchester and is a graduate of Harvard Business Schools leadership program.

In addition to his executive duties, he serves as Chairman of the Board for major enterprises including Sadara Chemical Company and the entrepreneurship venture Waed.

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Experience
6 Years
Current Role
Executive Vice President - Strategy & Corporate Development
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Saudi Arabia
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Priorities

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Pragmatic Energy Transition
Advocates for a multi-dimensional and multi-speed energy transition that balances sustainability with the economic and security needs of developing nations.
Strategic Global Partnerships
Views China as a core market and strategic partner for Aramco, emphasizing cooperation in energy, supply chains, technology, and innovation.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Executive Vice President - Strategy & Corporate Development
aramco
7-2021 - 3-2023
Senior Vice President
aramco
1-2020 - 7-2021
Treasurer
aramco
In the press

Media appearances

VIDEO Al Ghazzawi at CERAWeek 2025 | Aramco Life. Featured in Aramco Life
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Interview: China is core market, strategic partner, says Saudi Aramco EVP - Xinhua Silk Road. Featured in Xinhua Silk Road
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Education
PhD
The University of Manchester
Executive Education: Program for Leadership Development
Harvard Business School
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