Saudi Crown Prince delivers annual Royal Speech to Shura Council

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Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, acting on behalf of King Salman bin Abdulaziz, delivered the annual Royal Speech to open the third year of the ninth term of the Shura Council in Saudi Arabia. The speech outlined the nation's domestic and foreign policy directions, emphasizing national security, economic resilience, and regional stability.

Regarding economic progress, the speech highlighted significant achievements under Vision 2030, noting that 93% of the program's targets have been met. Key indicators include a 155% increase in non-oil exports compared to 2016 and the private sector's contribution to the economy rising to 51%. Additionally, the Crown Prince announced that 2026 will be designated as the 'Year of Artificial Intelligence' to bolster the Kingdom's technological leadership.

The speech also prioritized human development, specifically focusing on the health and education sectors within the national budget. Social welfare and housing reforms were noted as key drivers for improving the quality of life for Saudi citizens. On the international stage, the speech reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to regional stability, particularly regarding issues in Palestine, Sudan, and Yemen, while asserting the nation's defensive capabilities and political influence.

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Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al Al-Sheikh · Human Resources Development Fund · King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud · Mohammed bin Salman · Public Investment Fund · Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud · Saudi Arabia · Saudi Shura Council · Saudi Vision 2030 · Shura Council

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[● 2 SOURCES] The year 2026 has been declared the 'Year of Artificial Intelligence' mohammedbnsalman.com · ahwal.sa
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Shura Council held 46 sessions and issued 555 decisions during the second year of its ninth term alsaudi.news
[● 2 SOURCES] Non-oil exports grew by 155% compared to 2016 mohammedbnsalman.com · ahwal.sa
[● 2 SOURCES] 93% of Vision 2030 program targets have been achieved mohammedbnsalman.com · ahwal.sa
[● 2 SOURCES] The private sector's contribution to the national economy has risen to 51% mohammedbnsalman.com · ahwal.sa