Mohammed bin Nayef vs Wang Yi

As Minister of Interior, Mohammed bin Nayef led Saudi Arabia's counter-terrorism efforts, overseeing the dismantling of al-Qaeda cells and the rehabilitation of extremists. He survived an assassination attempt by a suicide bomber in 2009.

Mohammed bin Nayef was appointed Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia by King Salman, becoming the first grandson of King Abdulaziz to hold the position. He was also Minister of Interior, known for his role in counter-terrorism.

King Salman removed Mohammed bin Nayef from the position of Crown Prince and replaced him with Mohammed bin Salman. This was part of a major reshuffle that consolidated power in the hands of the younger prince.

Wang Yi was appointed as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, succeeding Yang Jiechi. He became the chief diplomat responsible for implementing China's foreign policy, including its assertive stance in the South China Sea and Belt and Road Initiative.

As foreign minister, Wang Yi promoted the Belt and Road Initiative globally, securing participation from over 140 countries. He negotiated infrastructure and investment agreements, expanding China's economic influence across Asia, Africa, and Europe.

Wang Yi led China's diplomatic rejection of the Permanent Court of Arbitration's ruling on the South China Sea dispute, which invalidated China's historical claims. He maintained China's position of non-acceptance and non-participation, escalating tensions with neighboring countries and the United States.

Wang Yi managed China's diplomatic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including mask diplomacy and vaccine distribution. He faced criticism for China's initial handling of the outbreak and engaged in disputes with the United States over the virus's origin.