On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, will deliver the annual royal speech on Wednesday, marking the opening of the second year of the Shura Council’s ninth session.
Shura Council Speaker Sheikh Dr. Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh described the speech as a significant national event eagerly anticipated by all, emphasizing that the royal address offers clear directives that support the council’s legislative and oversight roles and guide its efforts in serving the nation’s best interests.
The royal address outlines the Kingdom’s domestic and foreign policy priorities and reflects the wise leadership’s commitment to progress and development, he went on to say.
Highlighting achievements from the first year of the ninth session, the speaker stated that the council issued 462 decisions across 41 sessions, covering a wide range of national issues. Specialized committees held 315 meetings, during which they reviewed government agency reports and engaged with 248 officials, reinforcing transparency and inter-agency cooperation.
He also noted the council’s active parliamentary diplomacy over the past year, with 146 local and international engagements contributing to stronger parliamentary ties and knowledge exchange.
The speaker stressed that Saudi Arabia’s rapid development, including economic diversification, technological advancement, major national projects, and human capital development, is accompanied by a balanced, effective foreign policy that strengthens the Kingdom’s global presence and boosts its role in promoting regional and international stability and development.
He underscored that these achievements reflect the continued support of the wise leadership and provide a strong foundation for the Shura Council to advance its role in the next phase, guided by the royal directives set forth in the upcoming speech.
