Salman of Saudi Arabia

ModernEmperorSaudi Arabia1935 — ?

Current Saudi king, Vision 2030 launched under his reign.

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Quick Facts

Born

1935

Country

Saudi Arabia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Emperor

Score Overview

Military (10%)16

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)62

Legacy (20%)48

Leadership (15%)80

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score56.1

Salman of Saudi Arabia — Complete Timeline

2015 AD

Accession to the throne of Saudi ArabiaPolitical Action◆ Major

Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud became King of Saudi Arabia upon the death of his half-brother King Abdullah. He inherited a kingdom facing regional instability and economic challenges, and immediately began consolidating power.

SuccessionMonarchy

Impact: global

2016 AD

Launch of Vision 2030Reform

King Salman endorsed and oversaw the launch of Vision 2030, a comprehensive economic and social reform plan spearheaded by his son Mohammed bin Salman. The plan aims to diversify the economy away from oil and modernize Saudi society.

Economic ReformModernizationDiversification

Impact: globalconstructive

2017 AD

Appointment of Mohammed bin Salman as Crown PrincePolitical Action◆ Major

King Salman removed his nephew Mohammed bin Nayef as crown prince and appointed his son Mohammed bin Salman in his place. This unprecedented move consolidated power within the king's direct lineage and accelerated the pace of reforms.

SuccessionPower ConsolidationRoyal Family

Impact: global