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Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Appointed Chairman of KAUST Board of Trustees

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
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Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Appointed Chairman of KAUST Board of Trustees

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA
Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. SPA

A Royal Order has been issued by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud based on the recommendation of Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, appointing Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST).

The appointment reflects KAUST’s strategic role in advancing Saudi Arabia’s research, development, and innovation agenda, particularly in areas critical to the Kingdom’s future, such as energy, sustainability, and technological advancement. Under Prince Abdulaziz’s leadership, KAUST is poised to further its mission as a global hub for scientific excellence and transformative innovation.

Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman brings extensive expertise in the energy and sustainability sector, having played a pivotal role in shaping and implementing policies that drive the transition towards clean energy and foster innovation in this field. His appointment represents a strategic step in advancing KAUST's "Accelerating Impact" strategy, which aims to fast-track scientific research and bridge its outcomes with industrial and technological applications in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.

The appointment also underscores the Kingdom's commitment to advancing research efforts aimed at addressing environmental and climate challenges, enhancing the adoption of renewable energy, and achieving net-zero emissions through the university's pioneering research initiatives.

Commenting on the appointment, KAUST President Sir Edward Byrne AC stated: “We are honored to have Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman as the Chairman of KAUST Board of Trustees. His appointment marks a significant milestone in the university's journey.”

“His vision and deep expertise in energy and sustainability will accelerate KAUST's impact and strengthen its role in linking scientific research with economic and technological development. We look forward to achieving further milestones, expanding strategic partnerships, and supporting the next generation of scientists and innovators,” he added.

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Al-Jubeir Stresses Saudi Support to Syria as Shaibani Warns of Attempts to Stoke Strife

Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir at the Baghdad summit on Saturday.
Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir at the Baghdad summit on Saturday.
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Al-Jubeir Stresses Saudi Support to Syria as Shaibani Warns of Attempts to Stoke Strife

Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir at the Baghdad summit on Saturday.
Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir at the Baghdad summit on Saturday.

Syria and Lebanon’s speeches at the Arab League Summit in Baghdad on Saturday reflected the extent of the dramatic changes in their country after the collapse of the Assad regime and the election of a new president in Lebanon, but challenges remain.

Addressing the summit, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani warned against attempts to stoke strife in his country, adding that “ISIS gangs continue to violate Syria’s sovereignty and internal security.”

“Some sides want to fragment Syria and we call on Arabs to protect its unity and reject division,” he urged.

“Syria is being violated repeatedly by Israel, threatening to spark war in the south and undermining regional stability,” he said.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani attends the 34th Arab League summit in Baghdad on May 17, 2025. (AFP)

Moreover, he declared that Syria rejects hegemony over it and “will not be an arena for the conflicts of others.”

He acknowledged that Syria still faces “grave challenges and disputes over interests.”

Shaibani also hailed “every step that helps breaks Syria’s isolation and lifts sanctions off it.”

“The Syrian people are committed to their Arab identity. Syria belongs to all Syrians,” he added, revealing that his country was working on drafting a new constitution that consolidates the rule of law and the unity of Syrian territories.

It was also placing the finishing touches on parliamentary elections that represent all Syrians, the FM stated.

Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel Al-Jubeir underscored the Kingdom’s support for the Syrian government in confronting security challenges.

He praised US President Donald Trump’s decision this week to lift sanctions off Syria.

“This is a great opportunity for Syria’s recovery and to support its development,” he told the summit.

Trump made the announcement during the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh on Tuesday.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam shakes hands with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein ahead of the 34th Arab League summit in Baghdad, Iraq, May 16, 2025. (Reuters)

Meanwhile, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said his country has opened a new chapter in its history based on reform in all fields.

“We want to impose the sovereignty of the Lebanese state throughout all of its territories and assert that the state is the party that controls the decision of war and peace,” he added.

During a meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the summit, he expressed Lebanon’s “categorical rejection of Israeli violations against the country, urging an immediate halt to the attacks.”

He reiterated his government’s commitment to full cooperation with the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in preserving security and stability along the Blue Line border with Israel.

He noted however, that Israel’s continued occupation of some Lebanese territories is a flagrant violation of international resolutions.